Uganda is a year round holiday destination blessed with a diversity of wildlife found in its unique and lovely national parks, a home for endangered mountain Gorillas and Chimpanzees, a stop over shop for birding and unique cultural experience Africa"
It has become a preferred destination for those seeking an exclusive safari experience combining pristine beauty, diverse habitat and abundant wildlife.
In terms of activities, gorilla trekking and chimp tracking are the best. Boat cruises along Kazinga and the Nile River, nature walks, hiking on the Rwenzoris and mt Elgon , bird watching in Uganda forests, wetlands and National parks, rafting along River Nile, game watching in the Uganda National Parks and cultural visits to learn about diverse ethnic groupings and kingdoms all make your holiday memorable.
The highlights are hotels like Mweya Lodge,Paraa Lodge,Jacana Lodge,Nile River Camp,Gorilla Forest Camp,Buhoma Lodge,Ruhija Gorilla Lodge.Gorilla Moutain Lodge,Ishasha Wilderness Camp,Apoka Lodge,Semliki Lodge, Speke Resort,Cassia Lodge,Emin Pasha Hotel,Golf course Hotel(food, staff, absolutely excellent, beautiful grounds, offers lots of services), the airport guest house, Chimpanzee Guest House, Buhoma Bandas (with amazing staff and they offer quite good food, also).Nkuringo Gorilla Camp which is an excellent choice for community based tourism and the proceeds go back to the village, the community walk, canoe trips are excellent value for very little money. As far as activities, the gorilla trek is amazing- the guides and trackers are quite good, and it is definitely an experience one should not miss to see them so close.
The guides
The guides from Uganda are extremely helpful. They posses knowledge of the local culture and especially the wildlife and their behaviors. They make your trip enjoyable by always stopping for you to take photos and spotting wildlife everywhere.
About 30% of the area enclosed by Uganda 's borders is covered by water. Equatorial rainforest, mountain forests, snowcapped peaks and savannah make Uganda one of the most geographically and biologically diverse regions in the world. Its spectacular untouched marvelous natural landscape; the lofty terraced hills and deep valleys in the Southwest were responsible for calling Kigezi " the Switzerland of Africa "
Most tourists reach Uganda by air through Entebbe international airport with continental and intercontinental airlines like East African airlines, Kenya airways, British airways, and Ethiopian airlines, South African Airways, Emirates, Air Tanzania, Egypt Air, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, Rwandair Express and SN Brussels Airlines. Local carriers like Eagle Air and Dairo Air offer air chartered flights within the region.
Most roads linking the major towns are tarmac. Feeder roads are murram and are regularly graded to ease transport and communication. Seat belts in public service vehicles are required by law, and failure to comply will attract a fine of 40,000/=. Always, international tourists who prefer self drive should carry along there International driving permit.
Political Stability
Political Stability .Uganda is now a secure and safe destination since 1986 when the National Resistance Movement (NRM) came into power under the leadership of President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni. Much emphasis was put on better economic policies in which past regimes of Idi Amin Dada and Milton Obote had totally failed to achieve. Uganda now enjoys a conducive policy environment, the country's infrastructure and stability has been restored, the cornerstone of all development is now focused in Uganda. Under the leadership of president Museveni, the country has had security, international and regional confidence restored. This has given a boost to the Tourism Industry.
Once again, we thank you for making effort and time to visit Uganda. We appreciate your precious time to study the services provided by Uganda adventure guide and looking forward to hosting you.
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