Uganda National Parks Safari Guide

Uganda national parks offer one of the most varied safari experiences in East Africa, with mountain gorillas, chimpanzees, Big Five wildlife, tree-climbing lions, Nile boat safaris, crater lakes, mountains, waterfalls, and remote savannah landscapes. The country has 10 national parks, each suited to a different type of traveller, from first-time safari visitors to hikers, birders, primate lovers, and wildlife photographers. Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and Mgahinga Gorilla National Park are the main choices for gorilla trekking. Kibale National Park is best for chimpanzee tracking, while Queen Elizabeth National Park and Murchison Falls National Park combine game drives with boat safaris. Kidepo Valley National Park suits travellers looking for remote wilderness and strong predator sightings, while Lake Mburo National Park works well for short safaris near Kampala or Entebbe. Rwenzori Mountains, Mount Elgon, and Semuliki add hiking, birding, hot springs, waterfalls, and forest experiences.

Uganda national parks and reserves map
Uganda national parks and reserves map

Uganda National Parks and What Each Park Offers

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Bwindi is Uganda’s leading gorilla trekking destination and one of the most powerful wildlife experiences in Africa. The park protects ancient rainforest....

Murchison Falls National Park

Murchison Falls is one of Uganda’s best wildlife safari destinations, known for dramatic waterfall, classic savannah game drives, river wildlife...

Mgahinga Gorilla National Park

This park is part of the larger Virunga conservation area that spans three countries. It is the second place in the country where you can track mountain gorillas...

Queen Elizabeth National Park

Plan a Queen Elizabeth safari with Kazinga boat cruise, Ishasha lions, Kyambura chimps, Kasenyi game drives, lodges, routes, seasons and packages.

Kibale Forest National Park

Kibale is Uganda’s strongest destination for chimpanzee trekking, a lush mid-altitude rainforest near Fort Portal that combines reliable primate viewing

Lake Mburo National Park

Lake Mburo is Uganda’s best short safari destination, ideal for travellers who want wildlife and active safari experiences without driving too far from Kampala...

Kidepo Valley National Park

If you are looking for a place that feels truly wild and untouched, Kidepo is the answer. Located in the far northeast near the borders of Sudan and Kenya..

Rwenzori Mountains National Park

Climbing the Rwenzori Mountains is one of Uganda’s most demanding adventure experiences and one of Africa’s most distinctive alpine treks....

Mount Elgon National Park

Mount Elgon National Park is one of Uganda’s best hiking safari destinations for travellers who want a multi-day mountain trek without the technical climbing pressure

Semuliki National Park

Explore Semuliki National Park Uganda, with Sempaya hot springs, forest wildlife, primates, birding, nature walks, and travel tips for planning your safari.

Pian Upe Wildlife Reserve

Pian Upe is one of Uganda’s most rewarding safari areas for travellers who want open plains, rare wildlife, and a quieter experience.....

Uganda Safari Packages

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