An equatorial country, well watered with the White Nile rising from Lake Victoria and winding up in the Mediterranean Sea . Half the world's existing Gorillas can be found in Uganda 's impenetrable forest. Gorilla tracking is an unforgettable experience.

GAME PARKS IN UGANDA

Is the largest park in Uganda . The park in renowned for its scenic beauty and the spectacular falls. The diversity of the park attracts carnivorous animals, Chimpanzees, Cape Buffalo and a lot of plains game. The falls offer a spectacular view from the top where the River Nile narrows from 50 metres to crash through a 7 metre gorge, falling 45 metres to the rocks below. The cruise to the base of the falls is a must, whereby one can see the crocodiles, Hippos and different species of birds which cannot be found in other game parks in Uganda . Guided walking and bird watching safaris are highly recommended.

Is one of the outstanding treasures in Uganda . The 2000 sq. kms. of the park offers a remarkable variety of Eco-systems, from semi-deciduous tropical forest to green meadows, savannahs and swamps. It is the home of the famous tree climbing lions, the Uganda Kob, plains animals, Elephants, Buffalos, Baboons, Chimpanzees and over 500 species of bird life. The launch trip along the Kazinga channel between Lakes George & Edward offers a memorable view of the game found in the park.

Both of these parks are located in South - Western Uganda . Half the world's population of Mountain Gorillas are found in these two parks. The vegetation is comprised of tropical rain forest with dense undergrowth, forest belt and bamboo zone. This terrain makes Gorilla trekking exciting and also a variety of animals and birds are found in both the parks. Over 200 species of butterflies are found in the Bwindi park. The Gorillas frequent these parks only 6 months in a year and 4-6 months advance booking is recommended for viewing them.