Trekking gorillas has long been the top of many a bucket list and it is always an incredible experience to see the mountain gorilla at close quarters in its natural habitat. One of the key decisions to make is where to track them – Rwanda and Uganda both have their advantages and disadvantages – here we give you the rundown so that you can choose which destination will suit you best.
Having being named as Lonely Planet’s top country for 2015, Uganda has firmly overcome the legacy of Idi Amin’s regime and is much more closely resembling Winston Churchill’s description of it as ‘the pearl of Africa’. Here we give a rundown of our top picks for Uganda to really make the most of your time here…
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Located in one of the most intimate, secluded and beautiful parts of Bwindi National Park, Mahogany Springs Safari Lodge has a spectacular setting, and makes a fantastic and comfortable base for doing gorilla tracking and birding. Gorillas have been to known to visit the lodge and coming face to face with one of these peaceful creatures is an indescribable experience. All the rooms at Mahogany Springs are suites, which are spacious with large double doors and beautiful windows. Each has an en-suite bathroom with a gorgeously designed open terracotta shower and its own private terrace with panoramic views of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest.
One of the most attractive features at Mahogany Springs is the huge panoramic terrace that wraps right around the front of the building and where you can take a leisurely breakfast or just absorb the sounds of the river and the views of the forest.
There are many activities to keep you busy while you stay at Mahogany Springs, some organised by the lodge and others that must be booked locally. The main attraction of course is gorilla tracking, an experience that is hard to put into words, as your guide leads you through the forest until you find them, spending up to an hour watching them interact. Bird Watching is also great, and experienced twitchers will be able to tick off up to a hundred species a day.
Uganda can be visited at any time of year. Most of Uganda enjoys the perfect tropical climate. Temperatures average about 26°C during the day and 16°C at night. The hottest months are from December to February.
It is generally rainy (particularly during the months of March to May, September to November), while the remaining months (December to February, June to August) comprise Uganda's two dry seasons.
Trek deep into Bwindi Impenetrable Forest for one of the great wildlife encounters, an hour in the company of the highly endangered mountain gorillas. Tracking takes between three and eight hours but every second is a life-defining experience.
Full of fascinating wildlife, spectacular nature and unique culture, this tour takes you through two incredible countries. With a wide variety of adventures to embark on, this journey through Rwanda and Uganda makes for an unforgettable experience.
For an exhilarating adventure packed with wildlife and excitement, head on this journey through Uganda's National Parks, Wetlands, and Rainforests to spot some of the most incredible animals on Earth.
Spectacular wildlife, stunning landscapes and fascinating culture make this Uganda Highlights journey an unforgettable and exhilarating experience. Packed with adventure and excitement, this tour gives you an in-depth insight into this beautiful country.
Full of opportunities to spot Africa’s fascinating wildlife, this journey takes you from north to south and through an assortment of landscapes, to discover a variety of animals including majestic Elephants, mysterious Lions, and magnificent Giraffes.