UNESCO World Heritage Site

Rwenzori Mountains National Park

The legendary Mountains of the Moon offer challenging high-altitude trekking through unique afro-alpine vegetation to glacial peaks. A UNESCO World Heritage Site for serious adventurers.

Western Uganda
4.8 (92 reviews)
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National Park
UNESCO
4.8

Rwenzori Mountains National Park

Western Uganda
Est. 1991
996 km²

The legendary Mountains of the Moon offer challenging high-altitude trekking through unique afro-alpine vegetation to glacial peaks. A UNESCO World Heritage Site for serious adventurers.

Best Time:

June-August, December-February

Duration:

7-10 days

Wildlife Highlights:

Rwenzori Colobus
Three-horned Chameleon
Rwenzori Turaco
Forest Elephants

Popular Activities:

Trekking
Mountain Climbing
Photography
Wildlife Viewing

Entry Fees:

International: $35 per day
East African: UGX 15,000
National Park
4.7

Kibale Forest National Park

Western Uganda
Est. 1993
795 km²

The primate capital of the world, home to 13 primate species including our closest relatives, the chimpanzees. Experience unforgettable chimp tracking in this pristine tropical rainforest.

Best Time:

February-May, September-November

Duration:

2-3 days

Wildlife Highlights:

Chimpanzees
Red Colobus Monkeys
L'Hoest's Monkeys
Black & White Colobus

Popular Activities:

Wildlife Viewing
Trekking
Photography
Bird Watching

Entry Fees:

International: $40 per day
East African: UGX 20,000
National Park
4.8

Queen Elizabeth National Park

Western Uganda
Est. 1952
1,978 km²

Uganda's most diverse national park, featuring savannah plains, wetlands, and the famous Kazinga Channel. Known for its incredible wildlife diversity and the rare tree-climbing lions of Ishasha sector.

Best Time:

June-October, December-March

Duration:

3-4 days

Wildlife Highlights:

African Elephants
Tree-climbing Lions
Hippos
Buffaloes

Popular Activities:

Wildlife Viewing
Boat Safaris
Photography
Cultural Tours

Entry Fees:

International: $40 per day
East African: UGX 20,000
Lake & Cultural Site
4.6

Lake Bunyonyi

Southwestern Uganda
Est. 1962
61 km²

Africa's second deepest lake, surrounded by terraced hills and dotted with 29 islands. A perfect destination for relaxation, cultural experiences, and incredible bird watching.

Best Time:

Year-round destination

Duration:

2-3 days

Wildlife Highlights:

200+ Bird Species
Otters
Crayfish
Chameleons

Popular Activities:

Cultural Tours
Bird Watching
Photography
Swimming

Entry Fees:

International: Free access
East African: Free access
National Park
UNESCO
4.9

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Southwestern Uganda
Est. 1991
331 km²

Home to nearly half of the world's remaining mountain gorillas, this UNESCO World Heritage Site offers one of the most extraordinary wildlife experiences on Earth. Trek through ancient rainforest to encounter these gentle giants in their natural habitat.

Best Time:

June-August, December-February

Duration:

2-3 days

Wildlife Highlights:

Mountain Gorillas
Chimpanzees
Forest Elephants
Colobus Monkeys

Popular Activities:

Wildlife Viewing
Trekking
Photography
Cultural Tours

Entry Fees:

International: $15 per day
East African: UGX 20,000
National Park
4.7

Murchison Falls National Park

Northwestern Uganda
Est. 1952
3,840 km²

Witness the mighty Nile River exploding through a narrow gorge in a thunderous spectacle. Uganda's largest national park offers incredible game viewing and the chance to see the Big Five.

Best Time:

December-February, June-September

Duration:

2-3 days

Wildlife Highlights:

Nile Crocodiles
Rothschild Giraffes
Lions
Elephants

Popular Activities:

Wildlife Viewing
Boat Safaris
Photography
Hiking

Entry Fees:

International: $40 per day
East African: UGX 20,000