10 REASONS FOR VISITING UGANDA

10 reasons for visiting Uganda are simply the overview of the landlocked country in the African Great lakes’ region lying within the Nile basin. There are several reasons why you should visit Uganda but evidently the following 10 reasons surely are outstanding.

1.MOUNTAIN GORILLAS   

Besides the several reasons for visiting Uganda, the mount gorillas are ranked among the main. Given that Bwindi harbors 60% of all the remaining endangered mount gorillas, gorilla trekking is more interesting and easier in Uganda than elsewhere hence a reason to visit.

2. CHIMPANZEE

Similarly, Uganda has an excess of 4950 chimpanzees in Kibale forest alongside 2000 other primates. Chimpanzee trekking is very fascinating and rewarding in Uganda than in the other parts of the world which adds on the reasons for your visit.

3. WILDLIFE

It’s important to realize that Uganda’s wildlife comprised of both flora and fauna is also part of the 10 reasons for visiting. For instance, it harbors an excess of 4500 vascular plant species i.e. bamboo thickets and wooded grassland, 110 species with ferns etc. For the floral, 1020 species of birds, 142 of reptiles, 501 of fish, 345 of mammals, over 1,242 species of fish etc. Very rare to find so for that case, making it a reason for visiting Uganda.

4. HISTORICAL SITES

Additionally, Uganda holds several historical sites due to the authentic cultural encounter. Almost every tribe with culture has a historical site e.g., the Baganda own Kasumbi tombs the resting grounds of the kings, the Bunyoro kingdom also has the tunnels, not to mention Namugongo Martyrs shrine etc.

  5.AFFORDABILITY

Another key point, the prices of the services and the standards of living are cheap and affordable in Uganda compared to most of the African countries. For example, unlike Rwanda where the gorilla permit costs USD 1,500, its at USD 700 in Uganda not forgetting how rewarding the trek is.

 6.BIRDING

Uganda harbors an excess of 1000 bird species which is half of all the population in Africa and 11% in the whole world. They include both migrates and breeding birds e.g Karamoja Apalis, blue swallow, Archer’s Robin-Chat, the African white backed vulture etc.

7. WEATHER AND CLIMATE

The weather and climate of Uganda is tropical with two rainy and dry seasons throughout the year which unlike elsewhere. The temperature keeps fluctuating with warm and cool not hot and cold which is rare elsewhere.

8. CULTURAL DIVERSITY

The cultural diversity of Uganda is an important factor for visiting Uganda. There are 56 tribes speaking and practicing different languages and cultures which are unique and attractive to the outsiders. For example, the Bagishu practice circumcision accompanied by very interesting cultural dances and drums commonly known as akadodi etc.

9. NILE PERCH SPOT FISHING

Nile perch spot fishing is an exciting activity  in Uganda favored by the many fresh water bodies like L. Victoria etc. Nile perch is a very common fish specie in Uganda. Unlike elsewhere which makes the fishing game very fascinating hence a reason for visiting Uganda.

10. WELCOMING PEOPLE.

Lastly, Uganda is the friendliest country in Africa where love and respect is instilled at the tender age. As an illustration, “My African Journey,” “people are different from anything elsewhere to be seen in the whole of Africa.” Winston Churchill’s.

In conclusion, there are several reasons why you should visit Uganda but the above 10 are the most outstanding ones. Therefore SEND INQUIRY or reach us at +256 393 247 137 / +256 742 678 918.