with birds and primates, dormant volcanoes, large lakes and rivers and open grass plains populated by lion, leopard, elephant and antelope. Uganda is one of the few places in the world where you can have up close encounters with the majestic mountain gorilla. If you've ever wanted to sit with mountain gorillas in their natural rainforest habitat then a Uganda safari will deliver on your expectations. Boasting a 90% success rate at finding habituated gorilla family groups in the extraordinary Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, Gorilla Trekking in Uganda has become one of Africa's most powerful wildlife experiences and such is its success that the gorilla population is actually increasing. But don't think that a Uganda safari is only about gorillas in rainforests: this landlocked East African country is home to a range of diverse national parks and is a strong contender for one of the world's best bird watching destinations. Head for Murchison Falls or Queen Elizabeth National Parks for classic big game viewing, chimpanzee trekking and river cruises

of diverse national parks and is a strong contender for one of the world's best bird watching destinations. Head for Murchison Falls or Queen Elizabeth National Park for classic big game viewing, chimpanzee trekking and river cruises. Kibale, in southern Uganda, forms a massive wildlife corridor with Queen Elizabeth National Park that is used by migrating elephants in search of water.

Congo, adjacent to the Park National des Virungas. It is one of the largest (331 sq KM) natural forests in East Africa and contains both montane and lowland forest. It supports a large number of plants and animals endemic to the region, but most notably half of the world’s population of mountain gorillas. The more than 300 Mountain gorillas, divided into a dozen groups, make up the largest surviving population. The other half is split between the DRC and Rwanda. You'll be led into Bwindi by naturalist guides and trackers and the reward is worth the effort - this majestic forest is where to go in Uganda for your gorilla trekking experience. Spend an hour with a gorilla family, observing these gentle giants in their pristine rainforest habitat before slipping away and back to your comfortable jungle lodge. A gorilla trek is wet, humid, muddy and tough but the experience is absolutely extraordinary. Bwindi Impenetrable forest is one of the richest ecosystems in Africa, a result of its immense antiquity and an altitude span from 1,160 to 2,607m. The forest is home to 90 mammal species, including 11 primates, of which the black and white Colobus, with its lovely flowing white tail, is prominent. Plant life is also diverse and the forest birding ranks among the best in Uganda, with 23 highly localized Albertine Rift endemic present. In and around Bwindi Impenetrable National Park The primary attraction at Bwindi is mountain Gorilla visits, hiking, birding and nature walks are also possible. Game viewing is on foot. Lake Mburo National Park Halfway between Uganda's capital and entry point Kampala and the gorilla trekking forests of the south-west lies Lake Mburo, a perfect overnight stop-over for travellers making their way between the two destinations. Although the heavyweights such as elephant are missing, the great mix of wetland and woodland habitats makes for a wide range of mammals and birds and Mburo's tranquil atmosphere and soothing views provide welcome relief after a tough journey. Murchison’s Falls National Park With the Nile River neatly bisecting Uganda's largest park, you'd expect a wide range of animals at Murchison Falls and you'd be right. It's where to go in Uganda for classic big game species such as elephant, buffalo, lion and hippo and with a bird count of nearly 500, Murchison Falls also boasts chimpanzees and colobus monkeys in its forests. The piece de resistance however is a boat cruise to the spectacular falls themselves where the thundering Nile is squeezed through a 7-metre cleft in the Rift Valley Escarpment. Queen Elizabeth National Park Queen Elizabeth National Park boasts a diverse range of ecosystems, from open savannah to plentiful rainforest, from dense papyrus swamps and brooding crater lakes to the vastness of lake Edward – It is little wonder that the park boasts one of the highest biodiversity ratings of any game reserve in the world. Combining easily with Bwindi Forest, Queen Elizabeth National Park is Uganda's most popular and most accessible savannah reserve and is home to elephant, buffalo, leopard, numerous antelope species and the famous tree-climbing lions of the Ishasha Plains. Elsewhere, the remote Ishasha sector is famed for its tree climbing lions, the Kyambura Gorge harbours habituated chimps, the Maramagambo Forest is home to an alluring section of the forest monkeys and birds, and flocks of flamingoes are resident on the Crater Lake. In and around Queen Elizabeth National Park Take a boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel to spot hippo and crocodile and don't forget your binoculars: with a staggering 600 recorded bird species, Queen Elizabeth NP is one of the world's premier bird watching destinations.

Language English is the official national language but Ganda, Luganda, other Niger-Congo languages, Nilo-Saharan languages, Swahili and Arabic are also spoken. Weather Tropical. Uganda experiences rainy seasons between September to November & March to May. Dry months are December to February & June to August. The country can be visited throughout the year. 1, 500 mm/60 inches annual rainfall on the shores of Lake Victoria and in the Ruwenzori Mountains. Average daytime temperatures 24 to 28 Celsius 75 to 82 Fahrenheit. Geography Uganda is a landlocked republic in Equatorial Africa and topography is plateau with rim of mountains.Total 238, 461 km². Coastline 0 km