Uganda is ‘The Pearl of Africa’, a name given by Winston Churchill because of its rare natural beauty, freshness, and vibrant spirit. It is not difficult to see why the great man, who had traversed Kenya and served in Sudan and South Africa, was captivated by Uganda in particular.

Uganda is where great savannas of Kenya and Tanzania and the vast tropical rain-forests of Congo and Rwanda meet. Uganda has amazing features of attraction with 10 national parks hosting the big five and primates, 13 game reserves with several forests. More than half of the world’s Gorillas are in Uganda, along with Chimpanzees and Golden monkeys, the mighty Nile with its source on Lake Victoria in Jinja which is a setting for some of the world’s best white water rafting. You find the snow-capped Rwenzori Mountains, the Virunga Volcanoes, and Mount Elgon, all with spectacular hiking opportunities and gorgeous scenery. Uganda is home to small and big beautiful lakes; Lake Victoria, Lake Bunyonyi, Lake Mutanda, Lake Albert, Lake George, Lake Edward, Lake Kyoga etc. and numerous Crater lakes found in the Albertine region. The Ssese Islands found in Kalangala district on Lake Victoria consist of 84 islands that make for a perfect getaway to unique and quiet pristine beaches.

Uganda is an irresistible country, which is a great safari destination winning numerous accolades from the international travel media. You will be blown away by the different scenery and landscapes offered by this country.