Top things to see in Uganda

You are welcome to the Safari country that is gifted by nature. While in Uganda “the pearl of Africa” you can discover uncovered wild nature on your dream safari. Finding wild nature interacting in their natural environment is amazing and awesome that will surely leave you with a life time memorable experience. This is your opportunity to live and fall in love with the incredible experience that is Uganda.

Watch for rare Mountain Gorillas and other species of primate in the Bwindi Forest, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Mountain Gorilla tracking exploration is a must do for every visitor to East Africa. Mountain Gorillas are highly endangered primates and can only survive by increased conservation efforts. There are 700 surviving Mountain Gorillas world over and half of this population is found in Bwindi Impenetrable forest, Mgahinga Gorilla Park, Rwanda and Congo Gorillas making gorilla tracking the predominant activity in these parks. Trekking is a captivating lifetime experience involving guided tours to the habitats of these great apes Chimpanzees at Kibale National Park with other 12 different types of primates black and white colobus, red tailed monkey, blue monkey, golden monkeys, bush babies. The Chimpanzee trekking is another experience that Uganda offering to its visitors, as there are many families habituated to the human presence. This activity is possible in Kibale National Park, Budongo Forest and Kyambura Gorge (in Queen Elizabeth National Park).

View some of the best national parks in Africa - Uganda has 10, along with 10 wildlife reserves and seven wildlife sanctuaries. Rwenzori National Park is regarded as one of the continent's most spectacular with its memorious Mountain Hikes.

Although Uganda is best known for its gorilla, the country is the richest in African birds. A record of 1040 bird species haven't been identified, ranging from the highland bird species that include the African Green Broad Bill in Bwindi to lowland and water birds like the African Fin Foot at Lake Mburo National park, not forgetting the rare yet sought after Shoe Bill stork in Mabamba Island. The best sites for bird watching are: Semliki National Park and Wildlife Reserve, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Queen Elizabeth National park, Lake Mburo National Park, Murchison Falls National Park, Mabira Forest and Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary.

Tasty fresh tropical fruits like Pineapples, Papayas, Jackfruit, and vegetables abound throughout the country. A wide range of dishes, both traditional and international, is served in the hotels and restaurants. The food served at most up market safari lodges and tented camps is of the highest quality. Gourmet cooks bake fresh breads, and produce soups, salads, and entrees that could easily grace tables at top restaurants around the world.

See the Source of the Nile found here, and running throughout Uganda to the North toward the Mediterranean Sea. Here you can go Rafting, Bungee jumping, or kayaking on white Nile waters not forgetting to see the Owen Falls Dam, near Jinja.

See the forest ecotourism projects at rainforest sites around the country. The Budongo Forest Reserve, situated near Masindi on the road to Lake Albert, is the largest mahogany forest in East Africa and many more other forest reserves Uganda has to offer. Uganda is the paradise of "ecotourism", where visitors are welcome as the people see them as a vehicle for a sustainable tourist development. In Uganda tourist activities are carried out in the respect of the environment and culture. There are plenty possibility for eco-friendly itineraries, including nature walks, trekking, cycling not forgetting a visit to Mpanga Forest, situated near Kampala to see the village that makes drums.

Whether your interest is mountain Gorillas trek, game viewing, forest primates trek, bird viewing, mountain climbing, white water rafting, bungee jumping, spot fishing, cultural tours, the country simply holds most of Africa's Secrets. Consider this magical and gifted by nature country for your next destination with Eco Royal Voyages as your ultimate travel guide.