Uganda's national parks boast the coveted "Big 5" animals of every safari (lion, leopard, elephant, rhinoceros, and Cape buffalo), making it a prime destination for wildlife fanatics. Located towards the west of this country are - the Kibale Forest and the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest -Home to various species of monkeys and endangered mountain gorillas.

The Rwenzori Mountain on the west is the highest source of the river Nile and the 3rd highest mountain in Africa; after Mt. Kilimanjaro and Mt. Kenya. Apart from wild animals, a bevy of bird species lives in West Uganda. Nearly 300 species of birds are spotted at Mabamba, near Lake Victoria. Many birdwatchers flock to the lakeshore since it is less crowded.

The eastern side offers adventurous activities like bungee jumping, paragliding, and riverboat cruises. Mount Elgon (the eighth-tallest mountain in Africa) is also accessible from this side. Encompassing all this, it is one of the untouched destinations in Africa. You get to spot many rare species closely throughout your trip.

Travelers can enjoy a wide range of activities like whitewater rafting on the Nile River, forest hiking, spotting wildlife at various national parks, paragliding, and canoeing. The diversity here is remarkable. No matter what your interests are, there is something for everyone here.