Uganda Leisure and Sport

The 'Ruwenzori', or 'Mountains of the Moon', lies along the western border of Uganda, on the border with the DRC. The main summit, Margherita (5 109 metres), rises out of the Stanley Plateau, the largest glaciated area on the continent. To the west is the endless expanse of the DRC jungle and to the east the mists and clouds that rise up over the Lake Victoria basin. Chimpanzee, Blue Monkey, Ruwenzori Colobus, Red Forest Duiker, Hyrax and Leopard are the commonest large mammals, although some elephant and buffalo are found.

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Eco tourism in the Rwenzoris

Go off the beaten track and experience the real Africa in the Rwenzoris! Enjoy the mountainous areas of natural beauty while experiencing the fascinating culture of the local communities.

12 Days - USD $2,240

Uganda is most popular for its Mountain Gorillas - these can be seen mainly in Bwindi or Mgahinga National Parks.

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7 day Gorilla Watching - Great Apes Safari Uganda

Meet the Great Apes of Uganda while tracking in their natural habitat. Staring in the peaceful eyes of the endangered mountain gorillas is an unforgettable experience.

7 Days - USD $2,780

4 days Mountain Gorilla and Wildlife Safari Uganda

Visit the impenetrable rainforest of Bwindi National Park for an unforgettable meeting with the endangered mountain gorillas of Uganda!

4 Days - USD $1,820

Budget Gorilla Safari in Uganda

Visit all the highlights in Uganda including the magnificent Falls, the chimps in Kibale Forest and the endangered mountain gorillas in Bwindi National Park.

10 Days - USD $3,575

Luxury Primate Group Safari

An amazing safari that combines the wide savannah plains of Queen Elizabeth National Park with the dense tropical rainforests of Kibale and Bwindi. Excellent wildlife viewing and unforgettable encounters with the primates of Uganda!

10 Days - USD $5,190

The 84 forested islands of the Ssese group, scattered like green jewels on the waters of Lake Victoria some 55 km from Entebbe, are one of Uganda's greatest undiscovered treasures. Only the largest have any development, the rest remain unspoilt - tropical forests full of birds and monkeys, white sand beaches, crystal clear water.

Uganda is a bird watchers paradise with more than 1,000 species of birds to be spotted..

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Birding Watching Tour Uganda

Discover birders paradise in the Pearl of Africa! Go in search of the rare Shoebill Stork and enjoy the rich, colourful birdlife.

9 Days - USD $2,779