Uganda is a landlocked country bordered by Kenya in the east, Sudan in the north, the Democratic Republic of the Congo in the west, Rwanda in the southwest, and Tanzania in the south. Uganda’s total land area is 241,559 sq km. About 37,000 sq km of this area is occupied by open water while the rest is land. The southern part of the country includes a substantial portion of Lake Victoria, which it shares with Kenya and Tanzania.

Uganda is located on the East African plateau, averaging about 1,100 meters (3,609 ft) above sea level. The plateau generally slopes downwards towards Sudan explaining the northerly tendency of most river flows in the country. Although generally equatorial, the climate is not uniform since the altitude modifies the climate.

Uganda’s elevation, soil types, and predominantly warm and wet climate impart a huge agricultural potential to the country. They also explain the country’s large variety of forests, grasslands, and wildlife reserves. Uganda has a total population of about 32 million people.

Primate Tracking

Get up close and personal with your hairy relatives during this exciting tour of the marvels of southwestern Uganda. Drive through extensive matoke plantations on your way to Lake Mburo for a walking safari amongst the zebras, before continuing to the highlands for gorilla tracking. You will have the chance to gaze at elephants in the savannas of Uganda’s oldest national park and watch the curious chimps in the tropical rainforests of Kibale. You can opt for budget, mid-range, or deluxe accommodation.

Watch the chimpanzees playing and the baboons staring curiously at you. An impressive meeting with the gorillas will become an experience of a lifetime!

Cultural Experiences

Uganda is very rich in culture and has a strong cultural heritage with a couple of cultural sites split up in different regions of the country. Almost each and every tribe in Uganda has either a kingdom or chiefdom which has been the tradition ever since. Kingdoms and Chiefdoms were first demolished over 40 years ago not until the incumbent president, Yoweri Kaguta Museveni revived the idea of Kingdoms in Uganda shortly after taking over power in 1986. The fact that Uganda has always had a strong cultural heritage has left it with so many cultural attractions. They include the following among others.

White water rafting

White water rafting on the river Nile in Uganda is a great way to explore Jinja in the Eastern part of Uganda. Rafting is done on the world’s longest river and a full-day rafting session covers a distance of about 21 kilometres. White water rafting is best done in groups if it is to be fully enjoyed as you pass through the big water rapids on the River Nile. Never have more people been seduced, exhilarated, and thrilled by the Nile than by experiencing grade 5 white water rafting at its source in Uganda.

River Cruises

A riverboat cruise is the perfect way to enjoy a few relaxing hours on the River Nile. We have a variety of cruises which all start from Explorers River Camp at Bojanala and explore the beginning of the world’s longest river. Whether you are a large group or small we have a cruise that will suit you. The Nile Explorer, our two-story pontoon boat is a great way for groups both large and small to spend time together. Take a boat trip down the Nile River and soak in the stunning scenery. Enjoy a closer look at Nubian village life and meet a Nubian family, and learn about their lifestyle, culture, and traditions.

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

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