Safari Destinations

The East African countries of Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, and Rwanda are rich with natural wonders. These destinations offer diverse wildlife, stunning landscapes, and iconic landmarks like Lake Victoria, the River Nile, towering mountains, beaches, hot springs, and extinct volcanoes. The locals are warm, friendly, and deeply connected to their cultural heritage and traditions.

Uganda and Rwanda are especially known for their mountain gorillas. You can see these amazing creatures in Uganda’s Bwindi Impenetrable Forest and Rwanda’s Volcanoes National Park. Both countries also offer incredible wildlife experiences. In Uganda’s Kibale Forest National Park and Rwanda’s Nyungwe Forest, you’ll find chimpanzees, blue monkeys, and grey-cheeked mangabeys. Queen Elizabeth National Park (Uganda) and Akagera National Park (Rwanda) are great for spotting lions and the Big Five. And at Murchison Falls National Park, you can witness the world’s most powerful waterfalls.

Tanzania is a top destination for safaris. In Tarangire National Park and Serengeti National Park, you'll have encounters with elephants, lions, and leopards. The Ngorongoro Crater is another magical spot in Tanzania!

Kenya is famous for the Masai Mara and the Great Migration, where thousands of wildebeests and zebras cross the plains—a true wonder of the world!

These are just a glimpse of what East Africa has to offer. There’s so much more to discover! With Mukisa Safaris Uganda, you can create your own adventure story. Our experienced tour consultants have handpicked the best destinations across Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, and Rwanda. Contact us today, and we’ll customize a tour package just for you, giving you an unforgettable African adventure.

Places to visit - Safari Destinations

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Bwindi Impenetrable Gorilla Forest

Gorilla Trekking: Bwindi is world-renowned for its mountain gorilla population, offering visitors the unique opportunity to trek and observe the magnificent creatures in their natural habitat.

Bird Watching: Home to over 350 species of birds, Bwindi is a birdwatcher’s paradise, with endemic species like the African green broadbill and Shelley’s crimson-wing.

Cultural Tours: Visitors can engage with local communities, particularly the Batwa people

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SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK

The Great Migration: Witness the awe-inspiring annual migration of over 1.5 million wildebeest and hundreds of thousands of zebras and gazelles across the Serengeti plains

Game Drives: Day and night game drives in the Serengeti provide exceptional wildlife viewing, including the Big Five, cheetahs, giraffes, and more

Hot Air Balloon Safaris: Experience the vast Serengeti landscape from above, with a bird’s-eye view of the plains and wildlife from a hot air balloon

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Masai Mara National Reserve

Big Five Safaris: Game drives in the Masai Mara are renowned for offering close encounters with the Big Five, along with large populations of cheetah, hyena, and giraffe.

Witness the Mara River Crossings: A dramatic event during the Great Migration, where wildebeest and zebras make perilous crossings of the Mara River, often targeted by crocodiles.

Cultural Visits to Maasai Villages: Engage with the Maasai people, learning about their traditional customs, culture, and ways of life.

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MURCHISON FALLS NATIONAL PARK

Game Drives: Explore Uganda’s largest national park and see the "Big Five" (lions, elephants, buffalos, leopards, and rhinos in nearby Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary).

Hiking to the Top of the Falls: Experience the force of nature by hiking to the top of Murchison Falls, where the Nile forces its way through a narrow gorge, creating one of the world’s most powerful waterfalls.

Boat Cruise on the Nile: A thrilling boat ride along the Nile, leading to the base of Murchison Falls. You can spot crocodiles, hippos, and birds like African fish eagles and kingfishers.

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QUEEN ELIZABeTH NATIONAL PARK

Game Drives: Queen Elizabeth offers classic savannah game drives in the Kasenyi plains and Mweya Peninsula, where elephants, buffaloes, lions, and Uganda kobs are common sightings

Chimpanzee Tracking in Kyambura Gorge: Venture into the lush forest of Kyambura Gorge for a chance to track wild chimpanzees in their natural habitat.

Boat Cruises on Kazinga Channel: See hippos, crocodiles, and birds along this channel

Bird Watching: With over 600 species, this park is a paradise for birders

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KIBALE FOREST NATIONAL PARK

Chimpanzee Tracking: Kibale is renowned for its dense population of primates, especially chimpanzees. Tracking excursions through the tropical forest provide close encounters with these intelligent creatures.

Primate Walk: In addition to chimpanzees, Kibale hosts 12 other primate species, including black-and-white colobus monkeys, red-tailed monkeys, and L'Hoest’s monkeys.

Bird Watching: The park boasts over 370 bird species, including the African grey parrot, blue-breasted kingfisher, and great blue turaco.

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Kidepo Valley NATIONAL PARK

Game Drives: Spot lions, cheetahs, leopards, elephants, and buffalos, particularly in Narus Valley and Kidepo Valley.

Nature Walks: Explore areas like Namamukweny Valley to see diverse bird species and plants.

Bird Watching: With over 475 bird species, including the ostrich and Kori bustard.

Cultural Encounters: Visit the Karamojong and Ik communities to learn about their traditions and lifestyles.

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lake mburo NATIONAL PARK

Game Drives: Home to zebras, elands, impalas, and leopards, ideal for daytime and nocturnal drives

Boat Safaris: Boat rides on Lake Mburo offer sightings of hippos, crocodiles, and diverse birdlife

Horseback Safaris: Explore the savannah on horseback, a unique activity exclusive to Lake Mburo

Bird Watching: Ideal for birdwatchers with over 350 species, especially around the lakes.

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Volcanoes NATIONAL PARK

Gorilla Trekking: This is the highlight, allowing encounters with mountain gorillas in their natural habitat.

Golden Monkey Tracking: A unique opportunity to observe these endangered monkeys in the bamboo forests.

Dian Fossey Tomb Hike: Pay homage to the renowned primatologist, with a guided hike to her research site and tomb.

Mountain Hiking: Trek Mountain Bisoke for a crater lake experience or Mt. Karisimbi for more challenging treks.

Cultural Tours: Visit the Iby’Iwacu Cultural Village for traditional performances and interaction with locals

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Nyungwe Forest National Park

Chimpanzee Tracking: Track chimps through one of Africa’s oldest rainforests

Canopy Walk: A suspended canopy walkway that provides views of the lush forest and its inhabitants.

Bird Watching: Home to over 300 bird species, including 27 Albertine Rift endemics.

Colobus Monkey Tracking: Spot large troops of these unique monkeys.

Guided Nature Walks: Over 13 hiking trails reveal diverse flora, fauna, waterfalls, and views

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