Explore the pearl of Africa
Uganda is one of the most exciting and enticing holiday destinations in the world. Not only because of the gorilla trekking
Whether you are wowed by landscape, wildlife, culture, or simply seek adventure — Uganda could be the perfect destination for you. But don’t just take our word for it.
Winston Churchill was one of Uganda’s first tourists. When he explored the country back in 1907, he aptly coined the country the ‘Pearl of Africa’. He was impressed, as so many others have been, by the country’s breathtakingly beautiful landscapes and diverse wildlife.
Today, it’s just as magnificent. Despite this, it still receives relatively few tourists compared to its neighbours, Kenya and Tanzania. The fact that Uganda is relatively unexplored is one of the things that makes it so appealing.
In the Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, you are able to see the stars of the show in Uganda — the mountain gorillas! Almost half of the world’s remaining population of these beautiful creatures are to be found here.
Read our article on 20 things to know about mountain gorilla trekking. Chimpanzees are the major draw of Kibale National Park.
Of course the forests are also home to many other creatures. The same can be said for the grasslands, mountains and lakes. Other animals you may get to see here in Uganda include elephants, hippos, zebra, water buffalo, and crocodiles.
What exactly you get to see will depend on where exactly in Uganda you choose to go. The range of different habitats here all offer exciting wildlife encounters for nature-loving guests.