Uganda has been blessed with an abundance of tourist attractions ranging from iconic wildlife species to spectacular landscapes, water bodies and intriguing cultures. Whether you decide to visit a national park or a famous tourist destination, there is no denying that you will have a great experience whether it’s your first time or a return trip.
There are plenty of tourist activities to do on a self drive or guided safari in Uganda but none as exciting as the 5 mentioned below.
Game drives – Probably one of the most exciting Uganda safari activities is driving a 4×4 through various park game tracks for a chance to encounter the numerous mammal and bird species. Home to over 100 mammal species and up to 1060 bird species, you will be intrigued by how many wild animals and birds you can spot in a single game drive. Top animals expected to be encountered include Lions, Buffalos, giraffes, Leopards, elephants, warthogs and variety of antelope species to mention but a few.
Launch trips– A boat cruise on river and lakes presents the perfect opportunity to encounter a variety of water mammals and birds and also spot those resting on the banks or taking water. Some of the most popular boat cruises can be done in Murchison Falls Park, Jinja, Queen Elizabeth National Park, Lake Mburo and Lake Victoria.
Primate tracking– One of the most popular and sought-after primates in Africa can be found in Uganda top of the list being the endangered mountain gorillas and chimpanzees. Over half the population of surviving mountain gorillas can be found in the Bwindi forest while the country hosts up to 5000 chimpanzees with up to 1500 found within the Kibale forest. Under the guidance of a well-trained UWA guide, you will trek through the forests in search of these incredible apes.
Adventure Sports– Uganda is blessed with a variety of exciting adventure sports for all ages and sizes and the majority can be done within Jinja- East Africa’s adventure capital. White water rafting is one of the most popular adventure sports in Uganda that offers tourists a chance to explore the mighty Nile on an open raft cruising through grade-5 safe waves. Other top adventure sports to enjoy on a safari in Uganda include bungee jumping, horseback riding, rock climbing, rock abseiling, kayaking, tubing and mountain hiking to mention but a few.
Tour Kampala city– Last but not least is a tour around Kampala city- the capital and largest urban center in Uganda. Kampala is used as a base to explore other destinations within Uganda exposing you to the way of life of locals and also giving you opportunities to do some shopping while learning about the rich culture of Buganda Kingdom and the history of Uganda at large.
So if you are planning to safari Uganda this season but still haven’t made up your mind on what activity to do, then the above five should not be missed on your itinerary of you want to get the full feel of Uganda’s wildlife, adventure and culture. To book a fully packaged Uganda safari adventure, simply get in touch with us by sending an email to booking@4x4carhirekampala.com or call us now on +256779612466 to speak with our reservations team.