What Makes Uganda A Unique Travel Destination In Africa
Uganda was dubbed the Pearl Of Africa by Sir Churchill Winston in his popular 1908 book- “My African Journey” for its magnificence, variety of form & color, and a profusion of brilliant life- birds, insects, reptiles, beasts on a vast scale. Avid travelers and wildlife enthusiasts looking to combine adventure, culture and leisure- Uganda is a one-of-a-kind African safari destination that will undoubtedly exceed all your expectations.
What makes Uganda unique
There are various safari destinations in Africa with some of the best attractions but here are some reasons that make Uganda a unique travel destination to inspire you.
1- Vibrant culture
Uganda is a culturally rich and diverse destination home to 56 tribes belonging to the original Bantu & Luo ethnic. These interesting tribes have different languages and dialects, clothing, cuisine, social & economic activities, traditional ceremonies, arts & crafts, myths and general way of life. Early successive migrations and invasions left a mark on the rich mixture of tribes with the Bantu-speaking people dominating the East, Central and southern Uganda while the north is dominated by Luo-speaking tribes.
2- Mountain Gorillas
Gorillas are one of the most endangered species on earth with an estimated 1063 left in the wild. Bwindi is home to 459 mountain gorillas which is almost half the population making it the best gorilla trekking safari destination in Africa. Strategically situated on the edge of the Albertine rift, Bwindi impenetrable national is a recognized UNESCO World Heritage site with up to 14 gorilla groups living in four different park sectors of Ruhijja, Rushaga, Buhoma & Nkuringo. Embark on a guided hike through the dense forest in search of the gorillas in the wild, you will only have 1 hour to observe and take pictures once in their midst.
3- All-inclusive African destination
Uganda has something to offer to all types of travelers combining all 6 African safaris in one destination to offer you the best blend of wildlife, adventure and culture. The types of safaris in Uganda include 4×4 game drives, walking safaris, cycling, horseback riding, boat & balloon safaris all available at pocket-friendly rates. Uganda boasts 345 mammal species including Big Five, up to 1060 bird species (almost half the total number found in Africa), 86 amphibian species, 142 reptile species, 500 fish species nd up to 4500 species of vascular plants.
4- Equator
The Equator is an imaginary line that divides the Earth into North & Southern hemispheres. Only 13 countries straddle the Equator and Uganda is one of them making it the best African destination for tourists looking to take pictures as remembrance. In Uganda, the Equator is located along the Masaka road between Nabusanke & Kayabwe and can easily be accessed from Kampala or Entebbe. The Equator is close to a restaurant where you can have lunch and relax en route to a park or attraction plus you get a chance to buy African souvenirs on your stop over at the Equator.
5- Epic adventure sports
Uganda offers a wide range of exciting adrenaline-fueled adventure activities fit for both kids and the elderly. There are plenty of popular adventure places but none beats Jinja- the Adventure capital of East Africa and home to the source of the Nile (the world’s longest river). Some of the top adventure sports to do in Jinja include white water rafting, horseback riding, bungee jumping, kayaking, quad bikes, and jet boating among others. Embark on epic trekking through forests and hiking on Rwenzori & Elgon- enjoy the nice scenery passing through different vegetation zones.
6- Old-world monkeys
Old-world monkeys are native to Africa and Asia inhabiting tropical forests, savannas, and mountain terrain and in Uganda- Kibale forest & Budongo forest, Kalinzu forest, Murchison Falls & Queen Elizabeth Park are some of the best places to encounter the old-world monkeys. Encounter a variety of monkeys including blue monkey, vervet monkeys, baboons, grey-cheeked mangbey, red colobus, golden monkey, L’hoest’s monkey, patas, black & white colobus monkey and bushbaby.
Are you planning to visit Africa but still haven’t decided which country to visit?, the above 6 things that make Uganda a unique travel destination should inspire you to journey to the Pearl Of Africa. To book a safari in Uganda this season, simply contact us now by sending an email to info@rentadriveruganda.com or call us on +256-700135510 to talk to our reservations personnel.
Bryan Muhoozi
