Uganda’s Unique Selling Points (USPs) Uganda, the most beautiful country in Africa. This is because of the numerous tourist attractions, magnificent sceneries, green environment and amazing climate. Uganda is a gorilla country: Uganda has almost more than half of the living…

Tourist activities: Visiting wildlife parks, enjoying white sand beaches on L. Victoria, mountaineering & hiking on the snowcapped magnificent Mt. Rwenzori, gorilla trekking in Bwindi forests, bird watching, forest and nature walks, visiting the source of R. Nile, white water…

Uganda is the only country in Africa that has been visited by three Popes, mostly because of Uganda martyrs. The visit to Uganda by Pope Francis in 2015 boosted Uganda’s tourism sector. Uganda was the only African country visited by Pope…

Uganda has over 1,200 bird species (50% of Africa’s bird species and 11% of worlds) so far recorded. With these bird species, Uganda is considered Africa’s best and most thrilling birding nation. Birding specialists who have been to Uganda indicate…

Bwindi is a UNESCO natural world heritage site Gorilla trekking in Bwindi is one of the most cherished tourism activities in Uganda and many people including great leaders, top rich people and celebrities from different countries come to Uganda to…

Kidepo Valley has the largest herd of buffaloes in Africa. If you want to see the best wildness in Uganda, make the journey to the wild frontier region of Karamoja. Tourist activities include: game drives, safari walks, bird watching, touring…

The mighty Murchison Falls found in the Murchison Falls National Park is rightfully referred to as the most spectacular site on the Nile River. Whether viewed from a boat cruising up the Nile or from the top of the cliff,…

Queen Elizabeth Park has most of the tree climbing lions in Africa and the highest number of birds in Uganda. Most lions do not climb but there are about two populations of tree climbing lions in the whole world and…

Kasubi tombs, one of the greatest cultural tourism sites in Africa, are situated in Kampala city. The site is the burial grounds of the Kabakas of Buganda kingdom and a UNESCO world Heritage site. Tourism activities include: tour of Kasubi…

Mt. Elgon has the largest volcano base in the world and is the oldest and largest solitary, volcanic mountain in East- Africa. It is home to over 300 species of birds, including the endangered lammergeyer, small antelopes, forest monkeys, elephants…

Mt. Rwenzori, considered as the third highest mountain in Africa is in Uganda. Although it is along the equator, it has permanent snow covered tops and the snow does not melt. This is an amazing creation and a wonder. The…

The country is home to Lake Victoria, the largest lake in Africa and second largest fresh water lake in the world. The lake has beautiful white sand natural beaches, with cool fresh lake breezes. The main beaches are in Ssese…

The River Nile, one of the longest rivers in the world, starts its long journey to the Mediterranean Sea, from Uganda. Many tourists across the globe come to the source of the Nile because of its historical importance and economic…

Sipi falls located in eastern Uganda in the Mt. Elgon region is a magnificent and famous tourist attraction. You cannot visit Mt. Elgon without visiting Sipi falls.

The Uganda Nile bridge is located across on River Nile in Uganda’s eastern town of Jinja. The spectacular bridge crossing the Nile River is a 525 meter long cable-stayed bridge and is considered the second longest and one of its…

Kibale National Park contains one of the loveliest and most treasured tropical forests in Uganda. The park is home for over 70 mammal species including zebras and giraffe, 13 species of primate including the chimpanzee and over 375 species of birds. Kibale adjoins Queen Elizabeth National…

Semuliki Forest Park lies across the floor of the Semuliki Valley on the remote, western side of the Rwenzori mountains. The park is dominated by the eastern most extension of the great Ituri Forest of the Congo Basin. This is…

Uganda has a rich heritage and diverse cultures. It has over 30 indigenous tribes and languages, and most of the tribes have their own special dances.Cultural sites include: Uganda museum located in Kampala; Ndere Cultural Centre in Kampala City; Igongo…

Kigezi sub-region, in South-Western Uganda, is always referred to as the Switzerland of Uganda because of the mountain scenery and low temperatures. Kigezi offers a unique travel adventure because of its numerous lakes, many hills, panoramic views and countless terrace farms.…

Lake Bunyonyi is believed to be the second deepest lake in Africa. It is found in South-Western Uganda and is one of the country’s top natural treasures. The lake is near the famous Bwindi and Mgahinga Impenetrable Gorilla parks, and…

Lake Mburo harbors several species of animals not observed elsewhere in Uganda. It is the only place in Uganda to support a population of Impala (from which Kampala city derives its name), and only one of Uganda’s three protected areas…

Makerere University, Kampala is the largest university in Uganda and oldest university in East Africa. It was established in 1922 and in 1963, it became the University of East Africa. The Times Higher Education World University Rankings for 2016 ranked it as the fourth…

People from all over the world visit the land of the Martyrs in Uganda. Christians from Uganda and other parts of the world congregate at Namugongo on 3rd June every year to commemorate the lives and religious beliefs of the Uganda…

According to the International Trade Center (ICT) and the International Federation of Organic Movement (IFOM), based in Germany, Uganda is the main exporter of organic products from Africa. Main products include: coffee, tea, cotton, dried banana, paw paws, pineapple, passion…

Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary, in the middle of Lake Victoria, is home to 48 orphaned animals. The Island facilities offer day and overnight visitors an exceptional opportunity to closely observe and interact with these fascinating great apes in this unique…

Entebbe Zoo is a fun and exciting place to see and learn about the animals of Uganda. Many tourists say that it is destined to be the most important showcase for wildlife on the African continent. At Entebbe Zoo, wildlife…

The Nile is the longest river in the world and originates from Lake Victoria the third world’s largest lake. The Nile in Uganda offers some of the best white water rapids, making it one of the most sought after rafting locations in the world. Raftingon the riverNilein Uganda has…

Uganda is the number one coffee exporter and the second main producer of coffee after Ethiopia in Africa. Uganda is the source of Robusta coffee in the whole world and it originated from Uganda’s forests. In addition, Uganda’s coffee has…

Forests include: Mabira near Kampala City, Budongo, Kibare, Bwindi Impenetrable and Mgahinga Impenetrable forests.Tourist activities include nature walks, bird watching, community/ cultural tourism, eco camping, forest drives, primate trekking(mountain gorilla, chimpanzee and golden monkey), mountain climbing, hill hiking, and sightseeing.

The Equator crosses Uganda and divides it into two parts. Some areas are in the northern and others in the southern hemispheres. Crossing to southern or to northern hemispheres is a treasured tourist experience at Uganda Equator Crossing site (Kayabwe,…