Uganda Safaris

What to expect during your Uganda Safaris with Kwafrika Travel:

– Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi & Mgahinga

 Stand face-to-face with the majestic mountain gorillas, one of the most profound wildlife encounters on Earth.

A game drive includes 4X4 wheels, an open roof, binoculars, a good camera, your eyes, the wilderness breeze, and wildlife. It is the most convenient method of viewing wildlife. The tour or ranger guide will be your compass, leading you to see tree climbing lions, warthogs, elephants, giraffes, buffalo herds, ostriches, hyenas, zebras, and birds. Kidepo Valley National Park, Queen Elizabeth National Park, Murchison Falls National Park, and Lake Mburo National Park all offer this activity. Morning, afternoon, and evening game drives are available. Nature Walks also provide a unique and authentic encounter with the African Wilderness. The smells, the sounds of the wind rustling through the grass is transcendent.

– Bird Watching:

Ugandan birds chirp by the waters of Lake Victoria, fly over the Nile current, and trudge through the swamps of Mabamba Island. With over 1050 bird species documented in Uganda, a safari would be incomplete if you did not go birding. Many birds live in the tropical rain forests, savanna grasslands, swamps, and lakeshores. One of the must-see birds is the famous shoebill which can be seen on Mabamba Island. A visit to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park will take you to the Albertine Rift Endemics. The Bigodi Wetlands may allow you to see a Great Blue Turaco and Murchison Falls National Park will take you to the savanna endemics such as Denham’s Bustard and Semuliki National Park will take you to the central Africa species.

– Chimpanzee Tracking:

Explore Kibale Forest, the primate capital of the world, and walk alongside lively chimpanzees.

 – Big Five Wildlife Safaris:

One of populars activites next to Mountain Gorilla trekking in Uganda in the Big Five Wildlife Safaris. During your Uganda Safaris with Kwafika Travel, discover lions, elephants, buffaloes, leopards, and rhinos across iconic parks like Queen Elizabeth, Murchison Falls, and Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary.

– Savannah Game Drives:

Experience breathtaking sightings of tree-climbing lions, large herds of elephants, hippopotamuses, and a myriad of bird species.

– Nile River Adventures:

Witness the world’s most powerful waterfall at Murchison Falls and enjoy wildlife-filled boat safaris.

– Cultural Encounters:

Uganda’s biodiversity is not limited to birds, animals, and plant species. Our culture is a kaleidoscope of color, taste, sight, and sound. Each tribe and local community will provide you with a unique recipe, cultural attire or sense of style, language, traditional song and dance, and so on. While exploring Uganda’s cultural and staple foods, try the popular Luwombo from Buganda, Eshabwe from Ankole, Atapa from Teso, Malakwang from Acholi Participating in the Batwa trail, Igongo Cultural Centre, Ndere Centre, the national theatre, stopping by a souvenir shop in and out of Kampala can provide you with a feel and taste of Ugandan culture.

– Canoeing on Lake Bunyonyi :

Lake Bunyonyi twists and turns through a picturesque landscape dotted with 29 islands and surrounded by opulently terraced food gardens. Canoeing on Lake Bunyonyi allows you to saunter up the hills and as far down into the waters as your eyes can take you. Listen to traditional Lake Bunyonyi tales while watching the birds on the shores of the Lake. Listen to the echoes of the locals bouncing on the adjacent hills. A traditional dugout canoe will be your mode of transportation as you travel from island to island. Canoeing on Lake Bunyonyi is bucket list activity because of the serenity it provides and the depth it takes you into the Bunyonyi Region.

– White Water Rafting :

The River Nile’s mighty current, electric breeze, and adrenaline-pumping waves make white water rafting a must-do activity on your Uganda safaris. This exhilarating experience lasts approximately 6 hours along a 25-kilometer stretch of the Nile River. Water rafting is not for the faint of heart; it is for those with wild hearts who want to explore the Nile one rapid immersion at a time. There are several options including Grade 5 Extreme Rafting, Raft River Board, Grade 3 Full Day Rafting, and 2-day water rafting. After this thrilling activity has quenched your thirst for adventure, local music, bonfires, barbeque, and dancing await you on the Nile’s banks.

– Mountain Climbing:

Hiking up the mountains is more than just a steep climb; it is a trek through the lush forests that grow on the fertile slopes of the mountains, a glimpse at the gorillas that tread the bamboo in the Virunga Ranges, and a chance to see the unusual birds that have made these highlands their home. Hiking up a mountain is a test of character, fortitude, and, in the end, an achievement that leaves you more confident in your abilities than you were before the hike. The Rwenzori Mountains (5,109m) offer technical hikes while Mt Elgon (4,321 m) is gentler. The 3 Virunga ranges offer days hikes to the summit offering impeccable views of Rwanda and DR Congo.

– Boat Cruises :

The swish-swash of light waves is nature’s soundtrack for travelers on a boat safari on the Kazinga Channel, one of Uganda’s top boat safari destinations. Water birds, hippos soaking themselves in fresh water at high noon, and the animals sauntering to the shores to quench a day’s thirst are just a few of the things you’ll see on a boat safari at Murchison Falls. A Boat Safari is a relaxed and one of the quietest ways to experience Uganda and should be on your bucket list of things to do while on your Uganda safaris.

– Kampala City Tour:

Kampala is Uganda’s capital and currently rests atop 22 hills. Exploring Uganda without seeing her capital Kampala, whether by bicycle, automobile, or on foot, would be an injustice to your Uganda safari. The Uganda Martyrs Shrine at Namugongo, Rubaga Cathedral, Namirembe Cathedral, the Bahai Temple, the Hindu temple, the independence monument, Kasubi tombs, all contribute to Kampala’s magnificence. While the sights are impressive, don’t forget to eat a Rolex while on your Kampala tour; it’ll cement the deal.