Uganda safari holiday adventures make Uganda safari expeditions remarkable and worthwhile. Uganda is among the best cultural and wildlife destinations because of its diversity. The country has destinations that are flocked by many during the peak tourist season and festive days. This makes Discovery Journeys adventures in such destinations less enjoyed by travelers seeking exclusive safari experiences.
In today’s Discovery Journeys travel guide, we will look at some of the best Exclusive Uganda Safari Holiday Adventures you can be part of. They include the following.
Lake Victoria Island Visits
Lake Victoria is Africa’s largest Lake and the World’s second freshwater Lake. It covers a land area of 59,947 square kilometers that is distributed between Uganda, Kenya, and Tanzania.
The Ugandan section of the Lake has several islands including Ssese Islands, Bulago, Ngamba, and Dolwe Island among others. They are ideal for safari gateways and offer some of the best exclusive Uganda Safari holiday adventures.
Ngamba Island is a sanctuary and home to several orphaned chimpanzees under rehabilitation after rescue. The island can be visited on a day’s excursion for an up-close experience with the chimps. It also has accommodation facilities for those who may prefer to spend a night there. The Ssese Islands are an archipelago with well-developed lodges and are great for honeymooners.
You can engage in several other activities when visiting the islands including canoe rides, fishing, beach sports, and walks.
Mgahinga Safari Holiday Adventures
Mgahinga Gorilla Park is located in southwestern Uganda. It is part of the Virunga conservation area that is home to mountain gorillas and golden monkeys. Unlike other mountain gorilla parks in the region, Mgahinga has only one habituated gorilla family. It is open to strictly 8 tourists a day making the gorilla trekking experience exclusive.
Mgahinga is also home to golden monkeys. Golden monkeys are rare primates endemic to the Virunga Mountains. They live in communities of up to 20 individuals and are predominantly vegetarian just like mountain gorillas. The golden monkey’s diet mainly comprises plant vegetation, bamboo shoots, and other edible plants. Golden monkeys are impressive to watch in the wild and at Mgahinga you track them exclusively.
Other exclusive Uganda Safari Holiday Adventures you can engage in while in the park include mountain hiking, birding, Batwa Trail experience, and guided nature walks. The 4-day Mgahinga gorilla tour features the mountain gorilla and golden monkey trek. It can be further customized to add other adventures in the park.
Mount Rwenzori Hiking
Rwenzori Mountain ranges lie along the Uganda and DRC border. The mountains are among the few snow-capped mountains along the Equator. The snow and glaciers are unfortunately receding quickly because of climate change. Nonetheless, the Rwenzori Mountain ranges are exclusive and offer some of the most intimate Uganda safari holidays for mountain hikers.
The Mountain can be hiked for 5 to 7 days depending on the hikers’ experience and physical fitness. This hike starts at the foothills of the mountain through a montane forest. From there, you ascend to the bamboo zone and gradually continue to the heath and Moreland. These are home to different wildlife species that do not occur and many other Uganda safari destinations. The hike is completed when you reach the snow peaks and ultimately peak Margherita which is the highest at standing at an elevation of 5109 meters above sea level.
Peak Margherita is the third-highest mountain peak on the African continent after Kilimanjaro and Mount Kenya’s peaks. Our 11-day Rwenzori Hiking Safari covers the mountain hike.
Semuliki Valley safari adventures
Semuliki Valley lies below the Rwenzori Mountain ranges in the Albertine Rift Valley in Bundibugyo district. It is unique and among the less explored Uganda safari destinations. The Valley has two protected areas, a National Park and a reserve that are ideal to explore on Uganda safari holiday adventures to the region.
Semuliki has the eastern extension of the Congo forest and some wildlife species present are attributed to Central Africa. It has the most powerful hot springs in Uganda and a well-intact ecosystem. All these are explored on foot as you enjoy the impressive scenic views of the surroundings.
Semuliki is also among the best Uganda birding safari destinations. It is home to several Albertine Rift Valley endemics including the Rwenzori and Great Blue Turaco. The park and reserve climate are chill ideal for safari holidays throughout the year.
Kyambura Gorge treks
Kyambura Gorge is situated in Queen Elizabeth National Park in Western Uganda. The Gorge itself is an iconic attraction. It also has an underground forest that is home to chimpanzees and many other primates and birds.
Kyambura Gorge is traversed by the Kyambura River which supplies the gorge with Water throughout the year. It is best explored on foot for those interested in Birding and chimpanzee trekking. Kyambura Gorge is exclusive by nature and a highly recommended destination for exclusive Uganda safari holiday adventures.
The Kyambura Gorge can be explored independently or alongside other safari adventures in Queen Elizabeth National Park. These include game drives, predator tracking, birding, boat cruises, and community visits. A combination of these Uganda safari holiday adventures makes Queen Elizabeth National Park an epi-center of Discovery Journeys. Pian Upe Game Reserve is another incredible destination for exclusive Uganda safari holidays.
All the above safari adventures can be customized depending on one’s preference. You can also add a visit to other East African destinations like Kahuzi Biega National Park in Eastern DRC. This is home to the Eastern lowland gorillas and several other primates. Southern Tanzania also offers exclusive safari holiday adventures including fishing. Contact Us now to plan your next Discovery Journeys Adventure.
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