Top 5 Adventure Places in Uganda

Interested in adventure destinations? If yes, then a visit to Uganda for a holiday should be a must. Explore the top 5 adventure places in Uganda with Maranatha Tours and Travel and you won’t be left with regrets. Uganda is located in East Africa and is a compact destination with multiple adventure options for you to experience.

A visit to any of the top 5 adventure places in Uganda presents adventure seekers with a lifetime opportunity to conquer their dream destinations. The adventure destinations in Uganda encompass primate safari destinations and mountaineering spots.

Top 5 Adventure Destinations to Explore in Uganda

1. Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
2. Mgahinga Gorilla National Park.
3. Rwenzori Mountains.
4. Mount Elgon National Park.
5. Kibale National Park.

Detailed Guide to the Top 5 Adventure Places in Uganda

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Lying in Southwestern Uganda, Bwindi National Park is a designated UNESCO Site and perfect to begin your adventure on Uganda safaris. The lush Bwindi Impenetrable National Park was established in 1991 and for decades, it has positioned itself as a premier mountain gorilla trekking destination.

Bwindi is notably one of the top 5 adventure places in Uganda for enthusiastic primate trekkers to explore during gorilla safaris. Gorilla trekking is the key adventure highlight that you should expect in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. 4 sectors in Bwindi are all open for gorilla trekking including Nkuringo, Rushaga, Buhoma, and Ruhija.

Embarking on a Bwindi gorilla trekking adventure requires a valid permit. A single gorilla permit is open for booking at USD 800 per visitor and is what allows you to participate in the trek to see mountain gorillas. You can book a gorilla permit through the local tour company and for this case, Maranatha Tours and Travel has you sorted.

Mgahinga Gorilla National Park

Visit Mgahinga Gorilla National Park for exhilarating adventures such as golden monkey tracking, mountain gorilla trekking, and volcano climbing. Located in Kisoro district, Southwestern Uganda, Mgahinga National Park is a special place to experience primate and volcano adventures. Mgahinga is also Uganda’s smallest protected area with a land area coverage of 33.7 sq. km and should be your bucket-list destination for adventure holidays.

Volcano hikes in Mgahinga involve exploring iconic volcano mountains like Gahinga, Muhabura, and Sabyinyo. Beyond primates such as mountain gorillas and golden monkeys, Mgahinga also boasts of its unique bird species.

The diverse birds to expect to encounter on birding expedition in Mgahinga include pin-tailed whydahs, speckled mousebirds, Rwenzori batis, Dusky crimsonwing, cape robin-chat, Kivu ground thrush, Rwenzori nightjars, grey-capped warblers, olive pigeon, and handsome francolins, etc.

Rwenzori Mountains -One of the top 5 Adventure Places in Uganda

If you are interested in classic mountaineering adventures, then there is one place to consider a must-visit and that is none other than the Rwenzori Mountains. Mt. Rwenzori lies in the Rwenzori Mountains National Park. It is where the highest peak in Uganda is located that is Margherita Peak (5109m). Margherita Peak requires about 8-12 days to have a round mountaineering adventure. It is located on Mount Stanley one of the 6 mountains that make up the mystical Rwenzori Mountain ranges.

Additional peaks/mountain ranges on Mount Rwenzori include Mt. Emin (4797m), Speke (4890m), Baker (4843m), Gessi (4715m), and Luigi da Savoia (4627m). Start planning now and book the adventure of a lifetime to conquer the Rwenzori Mountain ranges with an expert.

Mount Elgon National Park

Mount Elgon National Park is one of the top adventure places in Uganda. Located in Eastern Uganda, Mount Elgon is 4321 meters high and is a perfect place to begin your adventures. Its peak –Wagagai peak is ranked as East Africa’s 4th highest peak and in Africa, the 8th tallest.

Volcano hiking or climbing to the Wagagai is the main highlight in Mount Elgon National Park. But there are also other thrilling adventures to enjoy including rock climbing, abseiling, and Sipi waterfall hiking.

Kibale National Park

Kibale National Park is another outstanding primate adventure spot in Uganda. Located in Western Uganda, Kibale offers unmatched chimpanzee tracking adventures and chimpanzee habituation experiences. The park covers 795 sq. km and holds over 13 primate species which include 1500 chimpanzees. Over 4 habituated chimp communities are available for exploration by adventure seekers on primate tour in Kibale National Park.

Other places to visit for chimpanzee treks in Uganda include Budongo Forest, Kalinzu Forest, and Kyambura Gorge.

In case you are interested in adrenaline adventures, then you can also consider visiting Jinja. At Jinja, expect to engage in whitewater rafting, kayaking, bungee jumping, and others.

What to take on your adventure expedition

A well-planned adventure expedition in Uganda should have waterproof and sturdy walking boots, a daypack, long-sleeved shirts, a safari hat, insect repellent, a rain jacket, a medical kit, a camera, camping gear, and many others.

Contact Adventure Uganda Safaris (Maranatha Tours & Tours) to plan and book great adventures that won’t leave you the same way.