By Staff Writer
You have traveled for years, from destination to destination, been part of different activities but you are not really impressed and failed to judge of which destination is more exceptional than the other.
This is really disgruntling and to be sincere you are not alone in the bucket, there are lots of travelers of your kind.
It’s not that you are cursed or unlucky but the only reason is that you are not informed of a destination every visitor keeps appreciating.
What’s that destination? Don’t worry just a mere click to this article arrived you to the right destination of interest. It’s my pleasure highlighting about Uganda, a destination travelers like for its fascinating pursuits.
Every traveler enjoys this Pearl of Africa in his or her own way including tailor-made safaris, backpacking or Uganda car rental and goes road-tripping.
Of the three, road tripping is the best alternative of exploring it cheaply and at the same time having all that offers to your most alike a visitor on a customized Safari. Below are some of the adventure activities to turn your trip peerless.
Mountain Ruwenzori Hike. For mountain hiking adventures, Uganda offers one of the best experiences to attain. Mountain Ruwenzori, Uganda’s highest standing at 5109 m high dazzles a number of travelers per year with its trails that winds through lush jungles.
It’s located in the western part of Uganda near Fort portal town. The hiking expeditions offered by Ruwenzori mountaineering services run from one week to two weeks.
At Mountain Ruwenzori, the hiking is often beyond sweeping views of landscapes to several sights of different Wildlife species within the Jungle.
Gorilla Trekking Adventure. If not, this is among the main motives for a once in a lifetime tour to Uganda in the Eastern part of Africa. This usually involves meeting with the unrivaled species of Gorillas in the Jungles.
It’s done in a group and only eight people are allowed for a visit to one Gorilla family per day. The only spots to go for this adventure in Uganda is Bwindi Impenetrable and Mgahinga Gorilla National Park. Both Parks are located in the Southwestern part of Uganda.
To be notified a bit, Gorilla trekking requires a permit, and this permit costs $600 USD per person, valid for use by one person in the respective dates.
Chimpanzee Tracking. If you are after Primate Safaris, Uganda offers it best and chimpanzee tracking is the most exceptional. This experience grants travelers magical opportunities of meeting with the Chimpanzees.
Uganda has numerous alternatives to go for this experience including Kibale Forest National Park were stocked with a variety of species, Kyambura gorge in Queen, Budongo forest and Kalinzu Wildlife Reserve.
Its permit for tracking varies according to the destination, whereby the one for Kibale costs $150 USD, Budongo forest $90 USD and that of Kyambura gorge costs $50 USD per person.
Golden Monkey Tracking. Another pursuit to impress for a primate enthusiastic traveler. This includes trekking in the Jungle while searching for the species of the old World monkey family famously known as the Golden monkeys.
These primates prefer inhabiting the mountainous bamboo forested areas. Therefore for anyone participating, physical fitness is a must.
While in Uganda, the only destination to have this spectacular experience in Mgahinga Gorilla National Park. Its permit costs $50 USD per person.
White Water Rafting. There is nothing calm and delighting than sailing on the streaming waters while taking in breathtaking views of landscapes, riverside jungles, and spectacular cliff faces. This adventurous pursuit to be part is offered in Jinja along River Nile.
All rafting companies in Uganda now offer only a half-day rafting experience that starts in the morning up to the afternoon like at 12:00 or 1:00 pm. It costs $125 USD per person.
Batwa Trail Experience. This is most awed by cultural enthusiasts. Batwa cultural experience includes a visit to the Batwa communities for cultural performances.
After, walk around while visiting different communities, their historical sites like the Garama cave with the help of their guide.
The cost of this experience is $80 USD per person. Batwa trail experience best fits while on your Gorilla trekking experience in Mgahinga Gorilla National Park.
Launch Trip Cruise. If you fancy relaxing on waters accompanied by bird’s eye views of surroundings, why not an incredible cruise?
Murchison Falls National Park and Queen Elizabeth National Park offer one of the best rewarding launch cruises while in Uganda.
This costs $30 USD per person and offered in sessions. You can either be part of the morning or afternoon cruise depending on your schedule for the day.
In conclusion, a road trip in Uganda takes you closer to nature and it’s more interesting if you are on a Uganda self-drive safari.