Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Region: Southwest Kanungu District
Nature
World Heritage site world-famous for endangered mountain gorilla trekking
Tourism in Uganda
Explore notable sights and destinations in this country
Tourist attractions
Kasubi Tombs of Buganda Kings
Region: Kasubi Hill, Kampala suburbs
Cultural heritage
UNESCO cultural heritage symbolizing kingdom politics and traditional architecture
Murchison Falls National Park
Region: Northwest mid-White Nile area
Nature
Enjoy powerful waterfall where White Nile drops through gorge and safari simultaneously
Rwenzori Mountains National Park
Region: West Kasese District
Nature
World Heritage with 5,000m-class ice-snow peaks called "Mountains of the Moon" and alpine plant zones
Queen Elizabeth National Park
Region: Western
Nature
Known for tree-climbing lions, lake cruise allows hippo and crocodile observation
Jinja Source Park
Region: Eastern Region Jinja
Nature
Point where White Nile begins from Lake Victoria. Water sports popular
Nakasongola Ziwa Sanctuary
Region: Central
Nature
Cheetah breeding and giraffe protection base
Uganda National Museum
Region: Kampala
Cultural facility
Country's oldest museum with wide-ranging exhibits from prehistoric fossils to ethnic music
Entebbe Botanical Garden
Region: Entebbe
Nature
Opened 1898. Famous for birdwatching and "Tarzan" film location
Jinja Bungee Jump
Region: Jinja
Activity
Scenic bungee jump facility diving toward Nile River
Ssese Islands
Region: Lake Victoria
Resort
Hidden island resort enjoying white sand beaches and fishing
Kabanja Swamp Grey Marlin Observation
Region: Lake Victoria west shore
Nature
Important as migratory bird and carnivoran otter habitat
Suggested itineraries
Gorilla and Safari 7 Days
Duration (days): 7
Highlights: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Queen Elizabeth National Park, Kampala city tour
Domestic flight to southwest, circular route incorporating gorilla trekking followed by Kazinga Channel boat safari
Nile Source Adventure 3 Days
Duration (days): 3
Highlights: Jinja rafting, Boda boda city tour, Source monument
Weekend plan from Kampala experiencing white water rafting and bungee in short time
Culture and History Tour 5 Days
Duration (days): 5
Highlights: Kasubi Tombs, Uganda National Museum, Buganda Palace, Local market tour
Urban stay type deeply exploring historical heritage and local life scattered around capital
Travel tips
- Yellow fever vaccination certificate required at entry
- Visa convenient via e-visa electronic application, about 3-5 business days
- Long-distance road travel during daytime; avoid nighttime driving
- Dry seasons (December-February, June-August) optimal for wildlife observation
- Mobile money (MTN Mobile Money) widely adopted
- Helmet mandatory when using boda boda
- Tips at restaurants 5-10%, guides around 5 USD per day guideline
- Plastic bag import and use prohibited
- Highland trekking carry cold-weather and rain gear
- City ATMs support VISA/MASTER but rural areas cash essential
- Drone photography requires advance Ministry of Defence permission
- Tap water not potable; purchase bottled water
- Security generally stable but beware pickpockets in crowds