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Uganda and Rwanda


Uganda and Rwanda are incredibly special destinations; offering unique, close interaction with mighty mountain gorillas in beautiful forests. In Uganda, it is not just these gentle giants: the easily-accessible national parks are brimming with indigenous wildlife including chimpanzees, lions, leopards, elephants, buffaloes and antelopes. It is easy to see why Uganda and Rwanda’s popularity is unstoppable.


Bwindi Impenetrable


Forest Bwindi Impenetrable Forest is one of the richest ecosystems in Africa and home to the magnificent mountain gorilla. These reclusive primates form close family bonds and live as small units in the forest canopy at altitudes above 1500 m. With fewer than 800 gorillas living in the wild, seeing these creatures at close range is an unforgettable moment experienced by very few people.


HIGHLIGHTS: Gorilla tracking.


Lake Mburo National Park


Situated in southern Uganda, Lake Mburo is one of the country’s smallest national parks but is teeming with diverse colours, sights and sounds. The park is a mosaic of wetland, thick bush and open savannah, which support a wealth of indigenous wildlife. Nature’s treats include eland antelopes and bill storks – a species found nowhere else in the country.


HIGHLIGHTS: Nature walks, boat trips, fishing.


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Murchison Falls


National Park Uganda’s largest park, Murchison Falls National Park spreads inland from the shores of Lake Albert and encompasses the vast Victoria Nile. The park’s palm- studded grasslands shelter growing populations of elephants, lions, giraffes and buffaloes. Around one corner the river funnels through a narrow cleft in the Rift Valley rocks, creating the famous Murchison Falls.


HIGHLIGHTS: Boat trip to the falls, safari.


Kibale Forest


National Park Dense tropical forest covers much of Kibale Forest National Park and is one of the best places in Africa for chimpanzee tracking. The park is home to 13 species of primates including around 1000 chimps and the rare red colobus monkey. Join one of Kibale’s researchers and watch as the humanlike creatures go about their daily routine through the forest.


HIGHLIGHTS: Chimpanzee-tracking, guided walks on nature trails.


Queen Elizabeth


National Park Queen Elizabeth National Park is sandwiched on a plateau between Lakes George and Edward, in the shadow of the towering Rwenzori Mountains. The rolling savannah plains are prime grazing and hunting grounds for lions, leopards, jackals and hyenas. Guides are on hand to track chimpanzees through the Kyambura Gorge, and you may also see the famous tree-climbing lions.


HIGHLIGHTS: River safaris, chimpanzee tracking.


Parc National des Volcans


Volcanoes National Park (Parc National des Volcans) is located in the north of Rwanda on the steep volcanic slopes of the Virunga mountain range. The park is home to two species of primate; the mountain gorilla and the rare golden monkey. Parc National des Volcans is a great destination for an exhilarating short break to track mountain gorillas.


HIGHLIGHTS: Gorilla tracking.


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