Uganda Tour Packages

1. Queen Elizabeth National Park: Famous for its tree-climbing lions and other species like elephants, hippos, African leopards, chimpanzees, and almost 500 bird species, etc. this is one of the best national parks to visit in Uganda and must be included in your Uganda travel packages. Don’t miss to see the famous volcanic cones, craters, and crater lakes here

2. Mount Elgon National Park: Famous for its spectacular scenery of hot springs, gorges, cliffs, and ancient cave painting, this park is a must-visit. Amidst the thick forests of Giant Lobelia, Bamboo, Juniper, and Olive trees, you can see almost 400 animal & bird species including Jackson’s spurfowl, Tacazze sunbird, Blue monkey, elephants, Duiker, etc

3. Kidepo Valley National Park: The fact that this park is isolated from the mainland only makes it more spectacular and perfect for the animals that it protects. You can see zebras, giraffes, lions, etc. wandering amidst the savannah and Mount Morungole in distance.

4. Kibale National Park: This park has a huge primate population of Chimpanzees, Red colobus monkeys, and the rare L’Hoest’s monkeys, Common warthogs, Bushpigs, etc., and almost 350 bird species. This park along with the adjoining Queen Elizabeth Park forms a huge 180-kilometer wildlife corridor.

1. Documents:
Passport
Visa application copy
ID proof
Yellow fever vaccination proof
Ugandan shillings

2. Medications:
Mosquito spray or patches and after-bite ointment
Anti-malaria medicines
Anti-diarrhea medicines
Fever medicines
UTI medicines
Any other medicines that you may have been prescribed
Hand sanitizer
Sunscreen
Wet wipes

3. Apparel: 
Rain jacket
Sweater
Tank tops and full-sleeve T-shirts
Cotton trousers
Hiking and walking shoes
Flip-flops
Slip-on shoes
Hand sanitizer
Hat and sunglasses

4. Other things to pack:
Chargers for phone and laptop
Type-G outlet adapter
Power plug converter (Uganda standard voltage: 240V and 50 Hz)
Extra tote back
Reusable straws
Extra water bottles

1. Volcanoes National Park: This National Park is located in a mountainous region covered with rainforests and savannah grasslands and is amongst the best places to go for gorilla trekking. The park houses almost half of the world’s existing population of this species. They can be seen in their natural habitat here engaging in fun antics that are surreally similar to us humans.

2. Mgahinga Gorilla National Park: This place is covered in a thick rainforest cover that houses mountain gorillas and is a must-include in your Uganda travel packages. Though the gorillas are not in huge numbers, they can be seen in their natural habitat. It is fascinating to see them interacting with their families and tourists almost naturally

3. Virunga National Park: One of the top Uganda tour packages highlight, this park is spread over a large area making it the perfect place to see gorillas minus the crowds and congestion. The safaris here range from 2 to 8 days during which you can study and interact with the gorillas.

Ugandan cuisine is heavily influenced by Indian, English, and Arab flavours and cooking styles. The main dishes are cooked with stews of beans, meat, maize meal, sesame, Matooke (green bananas), etc. Some of the must-try dishes are Posho, Malewa, Kikomando, Samosa, Nswaa, Rolex, etc.

The best time to visit Uganda is in the dry season months of December-February and June-August. This is when the temperatures range between 27-28 degrees. These months are perfect for trekking, Game viewing, and the famous gorilla and chimpanzee safaris.

1. Murchison Falls: Also known as Kabalega Falls, is a fantastic waterfall that lets the Nile River cascade between Lakes Albert and Kyoga. The 140 ft. high pool of the waterfall is known as ‘The Devil’s Cauldron’. The waterfall is located in The Murchison Falls Conservation Area that houses almost 450 species of birds and lions, leopards, giraffes, chimpanzees, etc. This is one of the few places here where you can enjoy hot air balloon rides, making it one of the top places in Uganda travel packages

Location: Lolim, Masindi, Uganda.

2. Lake Victoria: Lake Victoria also known as Nam Lolwe and Nnalubaale locally is named after Queen Victoria. Several reasons make Lake Victoria the most-booked places in Uganda tour packages- it is the world’s largest tropical lake and the second-largest freshwater lake and is 4 lac years old! What makes the lake fascinating is the fact that it has dried completely at least 3 times in its lifespan. You can see native African species like African clawless otter, Cane rats, Marsh mongoose, Nile crocodiles, Williams’ mud turtles, Cichlid fish, etc. You can enjoy hiking, boat rides, and fishing trips, here.

Location: The lake lies in Tanzania and Uganda and borders Kenya.

3. Jinja, Start of the Nile River: This town may be compact, but is amongst the most famous places in the world for being the place where the River Nile, the longest African river, originates. Jinja is visited by adventure and watersport enthusiasts from all over the world to try kayaking, rafting, and bungee jumping. You can also spot exotic bird species like hornbills, fish eagles, cormorants, etc. in the lush sugar, coffee, and tea plantations. Don’t miss visiting the charming fishing villages and the Owens Fall Dam while here.

Location: Eastern Uganda on the northern shores of Lake Victoria.

4. Ssese Islands: These islands, an archipelago of 84 Lake Victoria Island, are amongst the most famous places in Uganda tours. These islands are nothing short of a tropical paradise without there even being a sea or an ocean! They are dotted with pristine beaches, palm tree thickets, huge flower gardens, and the villages of the local Bassese tribes. Don’t miss to enjoy the amazing adventures that the islands offer like gorilla trekking, hiking to the top of Mount Elgon, bungee jumping, and rafting.

Location: Northwest of Lake Victoria, Uganda.

5. Nyero Rock Paintings: Dating to 1250 CE, Uganda packages are not complete without a visit to this fascinating UNESCO-protected site. They belong to the late Stone Age hunting tribes in Africa known as the Pygmy and Twa. You will see six panels of art consisting of geometric and abstract patterns painted in black and red pigments. The paintings are on overhanging rocks to protect them from direct sunlight. There is a tradition to place gifts or money for the ancestors in the cavities here. Seeing these paintings, walking amidst dangerous narrow passages, as you crouch and crawl is quite an experience.

Location: Kumi District, Eastern Uganda.

6. Kasubi Tombs: One of the most fascinating places to include in your Uganda travel packages, these royal tombs at Kasubi are where the Buganda kings and their descendants are interred. People from all over the world who are seeking peace and spirituality visit this 13th-century place. You will see an 18th-century royal palace along with the 31 tombs made with vegetal materials that contain remains of the bodies. The jaws of the kings, which are presumed to contain their souls, are preserved in separate tombs.

Location: Masiro Road, Kampala, Uganda.

7. Ndere Centre: One of the cultural epicentres of Uganda, Ndere Center houses some of the oldest and most famous Ndere Troupes. The word ‘Ndere’ translates to flute troupe and is dedicated to beautiful flute music. The building housing the centre is famous for its rustic and earthy design and infrastructure made of local African materials and colours. This is one of the most booked places in Uganda packages to see traditional African music and dance performances.

Location: Plot 4505, Kira Road, Ntinda-Kisaasi Road, Kampala, Uganda.

8. Owino Market: No trip to Uganda is complete without booking this stunning place in your Uganda packages. Being the largest open market in Uganda that was set in 1971, this place is chaotic yet beautiful and offers an amazingly authentic African experience. The market hosts almost 50,000 vendors and navigating your way amidst the narrow lanes amidst all the laughter and chatter is quite an amazing adventure. This is one of the best places to pick up traditional African dresses, textiles, herbs, fresh produce, utensils, musical instruments, and much more.

Location: Kampala, Uganda.

9. Bwindi Impenetrable National Park: One of the most fascinating places to book on your Uganda travel packages, this park is famous for its variety of local species. There are around 348 bird species, 120 mammal species, 220 species of butterflies, 1000 flowering plants, 163 tree species, etc. here. You can spot mountain gorillas, L’Hoest’s monkey, Giant forest hog, African golden cat, Side-striped jackal, etc. This park is accessible only on foot, which is a great way to explore its beautiful wilderness. Some of the best things to do here are gorilla trekking, waterfall walks, monkey watching, and birding.

Location: Kanungu District, Uganda.

10. Queen Elizabeth National Park: This is Uganda’s most popular savannah park and wildlife reserve famous for the huge variety of wildlife species that it houses. You can spot four of the Big Five Game animals here (excluding rhino), African buffalo, Giant forest hog, African bush elephant, Warthog, Ugandan kob, and almost 500 species of birds. Don’t miss seeing the spectacular volcano cones and crater lakes inside the park. You can also enjoy gorilla trekking, boat trips to the Kazinga channel, and seeing the tree-climbing antics of lions in the Ishasha sector.

Location: Fort Portal-Mpondwe Road, Rubirizi, Uganda.

If you have booked a budget Uganda package, you can travel via coach buses or vans that have fixed travel routes and connect all the major towns. Alternatively, you can opt to hire private 4-wheeler taxis or Boda-bodas that are motorbike taxis.