Uganda is a landlocked country that has no coastline where accessibility to the coast is either by Road or Air. This takes some times by road as it needs a lot of patience to reach coast of East Africa but by air is just easy as counting your fingers. Lake Victoria has also enabled water loving travels to sail to Uganda as it connects Uganda, Kenya and Tanzania. Through this, you will be able to reach in Uganda but this is more of fun when travelling in a group for a holiday
Uganda was gifted by having its own Unique features that can’t be found and where all over the world and some have been created by Ugandans through their innovations.
Uganda is endowered by Natural resources, Excellent climate throughout the years. This cool weather has enabled all activities to be done by without any interruptions when success is achieved in dedicated time.
- Spot rare bird species in Uganda
Uganda is home to more than half of Africa’s bird species, and it’s one of the richest birding destinations on the continent.
Uganda has variety of birds and some are only found in Uganda which include Great Blue Turaco and White-crested Turaco that are some of the largest and most exquisite. These birds are actively hunted as their meat and feathers are highly sought-after commodities. Undoubtedly one of the world’s rarest birds, Shelley’s Crimsonwing can be found on most bird-bucket. Birds to include on your bucket list are; Shoebill, Green-Breasted Pitta, Shelley’s Crimsonwing, African Green Broadbill, Great Blue Turaco, Standard-Winged Nightjar, Black-Breasted Barbet, Bar-tailed Trogon.
- Chimpanzee trekking in Budongo Forest Reserve.
Chimpanzee trekking offers a unique completely different experience to a tradition of Tracking experience. Here you will not see Male giants in a quiet, intimate setting, you’ll follow a boisterous group of chimpanzee as they leap and scamper through Budongo Forest Reserve, heading in whatever direction the agile animals lead you.
This reserve is home for over 600 primates including six groups habituated for trekking. guides follow the chimpanzee movements daily and lead groups of up to six people into their habitat.
like on a gorilla tracking in Bwindi, chimps tracking can take from 30 minutes to a full day to locate a group, which provides ample time for participants to learn more about the forest, enjoy nature walk, learn ecology before spending an hour watching the family of chimpanzee go about their daily lives in the Forest.
3.climbing lions in Queen Elizabeth National Park
This National Park is the only one in Uganda where you find the Big Four that is leopard, African elephants, Buffalos and very interesting the climbing lions in Ishasha side of the queen Elizabeth national Park.
The New Big Five Animals in Uganda can a also be seen since all areas are close to each other and include; Mountain Gorilla, Lion, Chimpanzee, African Elephant, Leopard.
lions ascend the wide branches of acacia and sycamore fig trees to catch a cool breeze and avoid insect bites on the ground — a unique behaviour that’s rarely exhibited in other lion populations. If your safari guide shouts “lions!” in this region, remember to look up rather than out at the grasslands.
- Explore the Murchison Falls
The world’s longest river with the big five. Majestic waterfalls draw visitors to Murchison Falls National Park, and a boat trip along the Nile River to their base is one of Uganda’s signature wildlife activities.
Murchison falls has been known to be the complete safari holiday trip as it has all some will see on a safari holiday. It has an abundance of wildlife, including elephants, giraffes, hippos, Nile crocodiles, buffaloes, and variety of birds.
- Whitewater rafting on the Nile JINJA
When it comes to adventure activities, Uganda is the number in re-creation as Ugandans use their knowledge and put interesting adventure activities that make your holiday excellent.
If you are looking for adventure Holidays activities, Uganda is the Capital City of East Africa. adrenaline-fueled activities in Uganda, look no further than Jinja.
There are many activities from Kayaking, Water Bicycle riding, horseback riding, bungee jumping water tubing, Water sliding. Whitewater rafting on the Nile mighty river boasts class 1 – 6 rapids for a full day, making it an ideal activity for first-time rafters, families, Holiday groups and adrenaline junkies looking for an unforgettable adventure always.
- Kampala city Motortours
Kampala has been known to be one of the fast-developing cities in the world than before. This has been as the result of many factors and the hospitality of Ugandans and other investors who come in every day, which is a different story than some years back. Kampala was built on seven hills abut as I talk Kampala is situated on more than 21 hills than before. The original seven hills of Kampala are: Mengo, Rubaga, Namirembe, Makerere, Kololo, Nakasero, and old Kampala hill. It should however be noted that today the greater Kampala sits on at least more than 21 hills.
An experience you shouldn’t miss when you visit Kampala is taking a city Motor tour and move a round. In just from 5 to seven hours you will have at least covered 70% of the great Kampala capital city tour. Visit the Bahai temple. A Baha’i House of Worship or Baháʼí temple is a place of worship of the Baháʼí Faith. It is also referred to by the name Mashriqu’l-Adhkár, which is Arabic for “Dawning-place of the remembrance of God”. Baháʼí Houses of Worship are open to both Baháʼís and non-Baháʼís for prayer and reflection.
Visit Gaddafi Mosque as known as National Mosque and climb up stairs to view Kampala on one point. Gaddafi mosque has a very tall Minerate (tower) alongside it which has 304 steps, visitors are free to climb all the stairs up and get the great aerial view (360° view) of the whole city of Kampala.
Colonel Muammar Gaddafi of Libya commissioned the mosque as a gift to Uganda, and for the benefit of the Muslim population.
Don’t Miss out the story Behind the construction of this mosque then later move on to Idi Amins and Obote toucher chamber in Buganda Kinga inside the Kabaka’s Palace. Don’t Miss to visit the Kabaka’s Lake and extend time to walk on Royal mile like a king, Don’t miss out the interesting story on Independence monument as you try to end your City trip to Kasubi tombs where Fallen kings of Buganda kingdom are taken to rest after disappearing into the Forest.
- Sipi Falls
The falls are located 2 miles northeast of the town of Sipi and 170 miles from the capital Kampala. The falls are formed by the Sipi River, flowing from the upper slopes of Mount Elgon and terminate in the kyoga Basin.
Hiking sipi falls is a very good option for tourists who go to. You can pick from numerous popular waterfall walks. These can be as short and simple as 15 minutes or as strenuous as hikes all day. However, the cool breeze of the Sipi falls will offer a lot of comfort.
The Arabica coffee plantations are also a marvel for many tourists who come to Sipi falls. The plantations are set mainly around Mt. Elgon which has volcanic soils which are perfect for this type of coffee coupled with the cool weather to ensure healthy coffee plants. The plantations are found in the Bugisu region and you will have fun hanging out and meeting all the people in the coffee production chain like the farmers, processors, exporters and roasters among others. You can even partake in the roasting and sorting yourself as you prepare your own cup of coffee straight from the source.
By: Ahimbisibwe Junior Sali Travel Consultant
