Explore Uganda’s Hidden Gems: A Safari Adventure from North to South

Uganda is as well called the Pearl of Africa. This is because the country is endowed with nature and has a lot of wildlife. They have a wide range of safari experiences starting from the green and high hills in the south to dry and flat lands in the north. Of course Uganda is famous for the highland gorillas and the wonderful Murchison falls national park, but Uganda is a country that has so many more attractions that few adventurous tourists are yet to discover.

Venturing into Uganda’s wilderness presents a voyage of ecosystems and the beautiful wildlife found in those locations. Each of them is nice and breathtaking in its own right, from the far northeastern Kidepo Valley to the clouded southern Bwindi forests. So come and let us go on a captivating safari that will expose east Africa’s Uganda in its true and magnificent splendour and from north to south.

Northern Uganda: Kidepo Valley National Park 

The first stage of our safari is very far north of Uganda, in the astonishing Kidepo Valley National Park. This park is often referred to as one of the hidden treasures of Africa and is a real risk for all who love wild animals. Kidepo lies in between two countries, South Sudan, and Kenya thus being away from the tourist throngs there allows for unfiltered wilderness.

Kidepo gorgeous wilderness characterised by mountain ranges, golden grassed savannahs, and rivers Narus and Kidepo is an ideal location for wild animals. Plains are occupied by large numbers of the Cape buffalo, elephants, and zebras, where even lions, leopards, and potentially the fast running cheetahs can at times be seen hunting in the grass. Viewing of the very elusive and endangered African Wild Dogs is one of the major draws of the park.

Kidepo is also a Birder’s haven as recorded bird species in the park exceed 470. Look for this range of ornithology as well as the regional endemic subtropical Karamoja Apalis and large ostrich, the largest bird in Africa.

However, the Kidepo is not only famous for its wildlife. The Karimojong who inhabit traditional circular homesteads called Manyattas add to the attraction. Tourists are allowed to interact with the Karimojong by participating in their semi-nomadic activities, dance sessions and even learn some bead work from them. Such harmonious blending of culture and the captivating nature within Kidepo Valley National Park brings out its beauty as a true northern treasure.

Central Uganda: National park of Murchison Falls 

While going south, our following destination will be the Murchison, which happens to be Uganda’s most expensive and oldest national park. Although it isn’t as unknown as some other underexposed sights, Murchison Falls arguably features one of the most picturesque views in the globe- that is the Murchison Falls. The place is notable due to the dramatic sight of the Nile River, which is quickly bending into a narrow gorge and goes down by thirty-three Murchison falls where the height of the fall is forty-three metres.

Because of the park’s extensive range of habitats (from savannah and dry woodland to freshwater wetland and riverine forest), a large assemblage of fauna can be supported. One such activity is a boat cruise along the Nile, which presents a good chance to view some hippos, crocodiles as well as several species of birds including the endangered shoebill stork. While within the park, one is able to go on a trip where one can view elephants, lions, buffaloes and other members of the big five. As Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, located close by reintroduces rhinoceroses, this means that visitors can now check off not just four but all the famous “Big Five” in one journey.

Apart from game drives or boat safaris, tourists visiting Murchison Falls can as well undertake nature guided walks, bird watching, as well as searching for chimpanzees in the nearby Budongo Forest. Murchison falls is a must visit as every Last drop contains action, it is surrounded by beautiful scenery and has great wildlife.

Western Uganda – Queen Elizabeth National Park

To the extreme south, the picture changes notably as we go towards the area of the Western Rift Valley. This area also contains the Queen Elizabeth National Park, a vast area of land which is one of the most biologically rich parks in Uganda. It is famous for the high population of hippos and crocodiles present in the Kazinga channel, a natural waterway between Lake Edward and Lake George. Taking a boat ride along the channel reveals a range of hippos and crocodiles as well as a variety of birds including the African fish eagle.

One of the common and sought-after activities within Queen Elizabeth National Park is the sight of the tree climbing lions in the Ishasha area. This is mainly due to the fact that these lions have the unique practice of climbing fig trees and relaxing on the branches which is very rare among lion species.

You will also find the highest population of large mammals such as elephants, buffaloes, leopards; over 600 species of birds making it friendly for bird lovers. Aside from a wilderbeest watching vehicle and a boat zooming around the park, Queen Elizabeth also includes organized nature exploration and howling chimpanzees in a gorge which further enriches the experience of the safari.

Southern Uganda: Bwindi Impenetrable Forest and Mgahinga Gorilla National Park

An African safari tour in Uganda can never be complete without a tour to the southern rain forests which is famously known for housing mountain gorillas among others. Located in the south western part of Uganda, Bwindi Impenetrable Forest is one of the few remaining places where these endangered giants still survive. Trekking gorillas in Bwindi is a remarkable activity where people go sliding through the bushes with the thick set of trees in order to see a group of familiar gorillas. It is exciting and overwhelming at the same time, seeing such large animals up close and personal, in their natural surroundings.

Mgahinga Gorilla National Park is found neighbouring Bwindi and is equally essential for conservation of the mountain gorillas. Mgahinga also has the aspect of golden monkey tracking and climbing the beautiful virunga volcanoes. The park’s distinct high altitude bamboo forests along rugged landforms makes this area have some of the best trekking activities in Uganda.

‘Safari Istic’ Approach to Uganda: Enjoying the Country from North to South while Recognizing its Underrated Aspects

Uganda, also known as the ‘Pearl of Africa’, is one of the most beautiful places on earth filled with diverse natural resources. Ranging from the green and hilly south to the flat savannahs and semi-desert areas in the North, Uganda is surely going to cover all the aspects of a safari. Most people identify the country with mountain Gorillas and Murchison Falls National Park but there are other new places that thrill seeking tourists are just starting to discover.

Vast expanses of undulating terrain, interspersed with small hills form a majestic scene of wildlife in Uganda. Far in the north, within the rocky Kidepo Valley, in contrast, the wet mists of the rainforests of Bwindi in the far south creates admiration that cannot be compared. Commonly, And, on Cone’s adventures let’s explore the out of many safaris calling them as hidden gems, this time going south to north along Uganda.

Northern Uganda: Kidepo Valley National Park

Our safari adventure begins in the far north of Uganda with the desolate yet beautiful Kidepo Valley National Park. This park is often said to be one of the last frontiers at the heart of bush Africa and is a wildlife enthusiast’s paradise. Patterned out between South Sudan and Kenya, Kidepo is away from the prying eyes of tourists and therefore offers wilderness in its original state.

With daunting mountain ranges, vast golden savannahs, and the two rivers, Narus and Kidepo, wildlife in Kidepo National Park is best experienced due to its spectacular scenery. Almost everywhere in the park, one can see Cape buffalo, elephants and zebras grazing on the open fields while predators lions, leopards, and the rare cheetah are hunting in the vast open plains. welcoming the chance of observing their active pursuits of African painted wolves,