Why Visit Uganda?

Uganda destination management company Adventure Consults shares nine reasons why you should visit Uganda. Christened the Pearl of Africa, Uganda is known for its iconic wildlife, diverse cultures, breathtaking mountains and so much more.

Mountain Gorillas

Uganda boasts Africa’s highest concentration of Mountain Gorillas, an estimated 1,060 individuals or 51% of the entire wild population.

The Big Five

Five of Uganda’s game reserves — including giant Queen Elizabeth National Park — boast the “big five” of African animals (lions, leopards, rhinos, elephants and buffalo).

Mountaineering

An epic loop trek through the Ruwenzori range (the fabled Mountains of the Moon) includes equatorial glaciers and snowcapped peaks. Mount Elgon, an ancient volcano, offers a less challenging climb above the clouds.

Landscapes

From rainforest and savannah to lakeshores, snowy mountains and verdant tea plantations, Uganda offers an incredible array of landscapes.

Adventure Sports 

you can get wet and wild with rafting in the legendary river Nile. Jinja, the nation’s adventure capital, also offers kayaking, bungee jumping, jet boating, tubing, horseback rides and quad biking along the Nile.

Rich Culture

With more than 54 tribes (each with its own language) Uganda has been described as “an unrivalled cultural melting pot.”

Friendly Ugandans

The secret that makes a visit to any new place exciting and warm are friendly and welcoming locals. Right from meeting you at Entebbe International Airport, Ugandans will always greet you with a friendly smile and helping hand.

Fabulous Food

Every corner of Uganda boasts unique, traditional delicacies. Those who delight in different culinary experiences should always ask for something special every time you cross into a new region.

A Birder’s Paradise 

Diverse habitats like savannah, rainforest, rivers, lakes and marshes give Uganda an enviable bird list. More than 1,060 species have been spotted. That’s around 50% of Africa’s and 11% of the world’s total species.