A relatively small country with an endless variety of landscapes and wildlife.
The wildlife was like nothing I've seen before in my life. Giraffes, lions, monkeys, wildebeest...just about everything you usually picture about Africa, except real and in close proximity. At one point, we even had an elephant blocking the road! That's just something you can't experience in the states. The weather in June was surprisingly mild with highs in the 80s. Scenery was fantastic. I couldn't believe the vast array of landscapes, from vast plains to craggy mountain ridges. Food was starchy and filling. Not the best food ever, but something you could handle for a few weeks. Overall, though, an incredible experience with wonderful people.
US
20-35 years of age
Review about Uganda by Jean-Pierre
The parks were more affordable than other countries. The country is small so it is easy to travel from Kampala, the capital, to the parks. The wildlife is diverse and the birding is fantastic. Best of all the Ugandan people are friendly and accomodating.
US
20-35 years of age
Review about South Africa by Carly S
South Africans are exceptionally welcoming and are eager to share with you the bounty of their land. The biodiversity of the region is astounding and sure to please visitors of all ages.
DE
50-65 years of age
Review about Murchison Falls National Park by Peter Hurrelmann
We had been booked us directly for 3 days in the Paara Safari Lodge on the River Nile. A first class hotel safari that leaves no wish unfulfilled. A few feet away from the hippos, who laugh at night, sometimes funny and jump into the pool. The rooms are decorated in colonial style with fans and mosquito nets over each bed. you can close like curtains around the beds. Power is up by 23 clock in the evening. The food buffet is always fresh, and European. During a 6-hour safari, we have all seen animals including lions up close. The Murchison Falls are worth seeing. Overall, the National Park and the Paara Lodge is highly recommended.
NL
35-50 years of age
Review about Mgahinga Gorilla National Park by gipukan
Comparable to bwindi with less accommodation but still interesting to visit
NL
35-50 years of age
Review about Kidepo Valley National Park by gipukan
A vast park in a corner of the country with a huge herd of cape buffalo. Few tourist are going there still so when camping in the middle of the park one can expect lions to inspect your camp.
NL
35-50 years of age
Review about Toro-Semliki Wildlife Reserve by gipukan
Animals are difficult to spot here but the scenery makes up for that as well as the nearby hotspings.
NL
35-50 years of age
Review about Kibale National Park by gipukan
Kibale forest is the home of the chimpanzees. One will see footsteps of the bush elefant and one will hear the call of the great blue turaco.
NL
35-50 years of age
Review about Queen Elizabeth National Park by gipukan
Different from Murchisson NP because this is where the elephant are in huge numbers. Expect to get up early to see lion or spotted hyena. At the lodge a muffin and coffe is served for the early birds. Also go on a boat ride for good bird viewing and a view of a fishing village as the man take their boats out.
NL
35-50 years of age
Review about Bwindi Impenetrable National Park by gipukan
Gorilla's are the biggest reason to go to Bwindi for most people tough just driving through the Forest is a pure pleasure.