Top things to do on vacation in Uganda
There are a plethora of adventure holiday activities that you can indulge in once you are on holiday in Uganda. Below are the most interesting activities and events that Uganda best offers to its holiday visitors.
Cultural Tours
Uganda has a rich cultural heritage evident in the tribes of Uganda. It is a unique cultural destination for tourists who are interested in cultural tourism. Uganda cultural tours involve visits to cultural, religious and historical sites spread across the country. Some of the best cultural sites include Baker’s Fort in Patiko; Bigo Bya Mugenyi in Ntusi; Karambi Tombs at Fort Portal; Naggalabi Buddo coronation site, Wamala Tombs; Mparo tombs in Hoima; Nakayima tree in Mubende; Nkokonjeru tombs in Kakiika; and Nyero Ngora Rock Painting. Uganda’s cultural experiences give tourists to the country an encounter they would otherwise have elsewhere.
Rafting on the Nile River
One of the best things you can do while on vacation in Uganda is to plan a rafting trip on the Nile River. River cruising has become a very popular form of recreation in Uganda today. Your Uganda vacation can be the highlight of your sailing experience. There are boat trips that last half a day on the Nile.
kayaking
This is another exciting festival activity featured on the Nile River, especially at the Bujagali Falls in Jinja.
walks in the woods
There is a chance to get a perfect feeling of nature on a long nature trail, for example, in Mpanga, Maramagambo, Mabira, Kibale and Bwindi forests. There are several species of birds, primates, butterflies, insects, large mammals, etc.
gorilla tracking
Following mountain gorillas through the remaining equatorial forest in the world’s Bwindi Impenetrable Forest in Uganda is one of the best safaris in Africa. Gorilla tracking is a very captivating activity; it’s about walking in the desert. Gorilla tracking is ranked as the most adventurous Safari activities worldwide. Gorilla tracking in Uganda is a very attractive undertaking for tourists. Many visitors purposely travel the country to see these primates that share 97% of their genes with humans. There are only around 700 gorillas left in the world and half of the population is found in Uganda. These rare endangered animals are found in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and Mgahinga Gorilla National Park.
Climbing Mount Rwenzori
Uganda is one of the top mountaineering destinations in Africa. A trekking safari to the Rwenzori Ranges offers a superfluous adventurous experience. Margherita Peak on Mount Stanley is the highest point in the range.
bird watching
Uganda ranks as one of the world’s top destinations for bird watchers. Lush evergreen vegetation and year-round weather make the country a must-visit option. It is exposed to more than 1040 birds in one place, including the rare shy shoebill stork.
game drives
There are few areas in Africa that can match the astonishing diversity of wildlife habitats in Uganda. This is reflected in the special animal species in Uganda’s national parks. It has more than 10 national parks including Queen Elizabeth, Murchison Falls, Mt. Elgon, Bwindi Impenetrable, Lake Mburo, Kidepo Valley, Kibale Forest, Semliki etc. Most safaris are tailor made.
Sport fishing
Sport fishing is one of the holiday activities that take place in Uganda. The Nile River, Lake Victoria and the Ssese Islands are the fishing hotspots in the country.
