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Activities to include in your 2024 bucket list
Travel is that one thing that offers lots of options. 2024 is around the corner and it’s time to start planning for the next travel destinations. Activities to include in your 2024 bucket list are some of the guides you need to know to help you better plan your safari in Uganda or Africa at large. These are the activities that are memorable and offer the feeling of an authentic African safari. With a lot of caution, we help you identify those activities that you should include in your itinerary for 2024 trips. Here are the activities to choose from;
Uganda wildlife Trips
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Cultural tours
One perfect way of understanding and appreciating a nation is by learning about its people. In Uganda alone, there are over 52 tribes each with different traditions and cultures with lifestyles that are unique to each. No matter where you are having your Uganda safari, taking time off for a cultural tour is what will make you understand better the people. On a Kenya safari or wildlife tour in Tanzania, a cultural tour is perfect to include on your trip.
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Mountain Gorilla trekking – Activities to include in your 2024
Gorilla safaris are one of the trending African safari activities. Uganda gorilla trekking safaris are done in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and Mgahinga Gorilla National Park in Southwestern Uganda. Gorilla safaris in Uganda started way back in 1993 when gorilla trekking was opened to tourists after a gorilla habituation process. A gorilla trekking permit in Uganda costs USD 700. The permits are sold to only individuals above the age of 15. Gorilla trekking in Rwanda is done at Volcanoes National Park.
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Game drives/Wildlife viewing
Game drives are an up-close way of seeing wildlife in their natural habitat. Uganda is home to a diversity of wildlife ranging from the “Big Five” something that has made wildlife safaris in Uganda a top choice for tourists that tour Uganda.
Uganda is home to about 345 mammal species found in the 10 national parks, wildlife reserves, and sanctuaries. These mammal species comprise East African and West African species found in forests and especially savannah plains. The top wildlife viewing parks in Uganda include Murchison Falls National Park, Kidepo Valley National Park, and Queen Elizabeth National Park. In Rwanda, the best park for game viewing is Akagera National Park. Masai Mara Game Reserve and Serengeti National Park come in handy for Kenya and Tanzania respectively.
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Birding/bird watching – Activities to include in your 2024 Bucket list
Birding Uganda should be a top option for all passionate birders since the country has more than 1,080 confirmed bird species within its boundaries. This is almost half of the bird species in Africa reason so the Uganda birding safaris are the top choice for any birders on African bird-watching tours.
Uganda is home to forest, woodland, water, and savannah bird species. The top bird-watching spots include Mabamba Wetland, Bwindi Forest, Murchison Falls National Park, Kidepo Valley National Park, Semuliki National Park, and Mgahinga National Park.
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Chimpanzee trekking
One of the most interesting primates to trek while on safaris in Uganda is the Chimpanzees. Chimpanzee trekking in Uganda is almost the second most popular tracking activity after gorilla trekking. Uganda has a high population of chimpanzees with close to 5000.
The chimpanzee trekking spots include Kibale Forest National Park, Budongo Forest, Kyambura Gorge, and Kalinzu Forest. In Rwanda, Nyungwe Forest National Park is the best spot for chimpanzee trekking.
With this guide, ensure to choose the best ever safari activities for your 2020 safari journeys. On top of these activities, you can add in any other activities of your will or with guidance when you contact Acacia Safaris Uganda.
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