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Confirm with the responsible institution. ## Attractions ### Bwindi Impenetrable NP — Buhoma - URL: https://api.pearl100.com/places/bwindi-buhoma - National park, South-Western; -0.995, 29.615; open 07:00-18:00 - Mountain gorilla trekking in ancient rainforest; northern sector. - Activity: Gorilla trekking, 420 min, starts 08:00 - Activity: Buhoma community walk, 180 min - Book: UWA Reservations, Plot 7 Kira Rd, Kampala · reservations@ugandawildlife.org · +256 414 355 000 - Source: uwa-parks (draft) ### Bwindi Impenetrable NP — Rushaga - URL: https://api.pearl100.com/places/bwindi-rushaga - National park, South-Western; -1.08, 29.63; open 07:00-18:00 - Southern sector with the most habituated gorilla families; habituation experience. - Activity: Gorilla trekking, 420 min, starts 08:00 - Activity: Gorilla habituation experience, 600 min, starts 07:30 - Book: UWA Reservations, Plot 7 Kira Rd, Kampala · reservations@ugandawildlife.org · +256 414 355 000 - Source: uwa-parks (draft) ### Mgahinga Gorilla NP - URL: https://api.pearl100.com/places/mgahinga - National park, South-Western; -1.37, 29.64; open 07:00-18:00 - Virunga volcanoes; golden monkeys and Batwa trail. - Activity: Golden monkey tracking, 240 min, starts 08:00 - Activity: Batwa Trail, 300 min, starts 08:30 - Book: UWA Reservations, Plot 7 Kira Rd, Kampala · reservations@ugandawildlife.org · +256 414 355 000 - Source: uwa-parks (draft) ### Lake Bunyonyi - URL: https://api.pearl100.com/places/lake-bunyonyi - Lake & water, South-Western; -1.28, 29.93; open 06:00-19:00 - Terraced hills and 29 islands; canoeing and relaxation. - Activity: Dugout canoe & island visit, 180 min - Book: Lodges on the lake; Kabale District tourism office - Source: utb-destinations (draft) ### Queen Elizabeth NP — Mweya - URL: https://api.pearl100.com/places/qenp-mweya - National park, Western; -0.19, 29.9; open 06:30-19:00 - Savannah, crater lakes and the Kazinga Channel. - Activity: Kazinga Channel boat cruise, 120 min, starts 09:00, 11:00, 14:00, 16:00 - Activity: Kasenyi game drive, 240 min - Book: UWA Reservations, Plot 7 Kira Rd, Kampala · reservations@ugandawildlife.org · +256 414 355 000 - Source: uwa-parks (draft) ### Queen Elizabeth NP — Ishasha - URL: https://api.pearl100.com/places/qenp-ishasha - National park, South-Western; -0.62, 29.65; open 06:30-19:00 - Tree-climbing lions in the southern sector. - Activity: Ishasha game drive, 180 min - Book: UWA Reservations, Plot 7 Kira Rd, Kampala · reservations@ugandawildlife.org · +256 414 355 000 - Source: uwa-parks (draft) ### Kibale NP — Kanyanchu - URL: https://api.pearl100.com/places/kibale - Forest, Western; 0.43, 30.4; open 07:00-18:00 - Primate capital: 13 species including habituated chimpanzees. - Activity: Chimpanzee tracking, 240 min, starts 08:00, 14:00 - Book: UWA Reservations, Plot 7 Kira Rd, Kampala · reservations@ugandawildlife.org · +256 414 355 000 - Source: uwa-parks (draft) ### Fort Portal Crater Lakes - URL: https://api.pearl100.com/places/craters - Lake & water, Western; 0.53, 30.25; open 06:00-19:00 - Ndali–Kasenda crater field; walks and viewpoints. - Activity: Crater lakes walk, 180 min - Book: Kabarole District tourism office - Source: utb-destinations (draft) ### Rwenzori Mountains NP — Nyakalengija - URL: https://api.pearl100.com/places/rwenzori - Mountain, Western; 0.35, 29.98; open 07:00-17:00 - Mountains of the Moon; multi-day treks to Margherita Peak. - Activity: Day hike, 480 min, starts 08:00 - Book: Rwenzori Mountaineering Services / UWA Reservations, Plot 7 Kira Rd, Kampala · reservations@ugandawildlife.org · +256 414 355 000 - Source: uwa-parks (draft) ### Semuliki NP — Sempaya hot springs - URL: https://api.pearl100.com/places/semuliki - National park, Western; 0.83, 30.17; open 07:00-18:00 - Albertine lowland forest and boiling hot springs. - Activity: Sempaya hot springs walk, 120 min - Book: UWA Reservations, Plot 7 Kira Rd, Kampala · reservations@ugandawildlife.org · +256 414 355 000 - Source: uwa-parks (draft) ### Murchison Falls NP — Paraa - URL: https://api.pearl100.com/places/murchison-paraa - National park, Western; 2.28, 31.57; open 07:00-19:00 - Uganda's largest park; Nile delta and northern savannah. - Activity: Launch trip to the bottom of the falls, 180 min, starts 09:00, 14:00 - Activity: Buligi game drive, 240 min - Book: UWA Reservations, Plot 7 Kira Rd, Kampala · reservations@ugandawildlife.org · +256 414 355 000 - Source: uwa-parks (draft) ### Top of Murchison Falls - URL: https://api.pearl100.com/places/murchison-top - National park, Western; 2.278, 31.68; open 07:00-19:00 - The Nile forces through a 7 m gorge. - Activity: Top of the falls hike, 90 min - Book: UWA Reservations, Plot 7 Kira Rd, Kampala · reservations@ugandawildlife.org · +256 414 355 000 - Source: uwa-parks (draft) ### Budongo Forest — Kaniyo Pabidi - URL: https://api.pearl100.com/places/budongo - Forest, Western; 1.73, 31.55; open 07:00-17:00 - Mahogany forest with chimpanzee tracking. - Activity: Chimpanzee tracking, 210 min, starts 08:00, 14:00 - Book: National Forestry Authority / Budongo Eco Lodge - Source: utb-destinations (draft) ### Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary - URL: https://api.pearl100.com/places/ziwa - Wildlife reserve, Central; 1.43, 32.08; open 07:00-18:00 - Only wild rhinos in Uganda; tracking on foot. - Activity: Rhino tracking on foot, 150 min - Book: Rhino Fund Uganda, Ziwa - Source: utb-destinations (draft) ### Kidepo Valley NP — Apoka - URL: https://api.pearl100.com/places/kidepo - National park, Karamoja; 3.71, 33.75; open 06:30-19:00 - Remote semi-arid wilderness; Narus Valley game drives. - Activity: Narus Valley game drive, 180 min - Book: UWA Reservations, Plot 7 Kira Rd, Kampala · reservations@ugandawildlife.org · +256 414 355 000 - Source: uwa-parks (draft) ### Lake Mburo NP - URL: https://api.pearl100.com/places/lake-mburo - National park, South-Western; -0.63, 30.95; open 06:30-19:00 - Zebra, eland and impala; closest savannah park to Kampala. - Activity: Game drive, 180 min - Activity: Lake Mburo boat trip, 120 min, starts 08:00, 10:00, 12:00, 14:00, 16:00 - Book: UWA Reservations, Plot 7 Kira Rd, Kampala · reservations@ugandawildlife.org · +256 414 355 000 - Source: uwa-parks (draft) ### Source of the Nile, Jinja - URL: https://api.pearl100.com/places/source-nile - Lake & water, Eastern; 0.42, 33.2; open 07:00-18:30 - Where the Nile leaves Lake Victoria; adventure capital. - Activity: Boat to the source, 90 min - Activity: White-water rafting (full day), 420 min, starts 08:30 - Book: Licensed Jinja activity operators - Source: utb-destinations (draft) ### Sipi Falls - URL: https://api.pearl100.com/places/sipi - Adventure, Eastern; 1.335, 34.38; open 07:00-18:00 - Three waterfalls on Mt Elgon's slopes; coffee tours. - Activity: Three-falls hike, 240 min - Book: Sipi community guides / Mt Elgon NP office - Source: utb-destinations (draft) ### Nyero Rock Paintings - URL: https://api.pearl100.com/places/nyero - Cultural & heritage, Eastern; 1.48, 33.94; open 08:00-17:00 - Ancient Twa rock art shelters near Kumi. - Activity: Guided visit, 90 min - Book: Department of Museums & Monuments - Source: utb-destinations (draft) ### Kasubi Tombs - URL: https://api.pearl100.com/places/kasubi - Cultural & heritage, Central; 0.329, 32.553; open 08:00-18:00 - UNESCO World Heritage burial grounds of Buganda kings. - Activity: Guided visit, 90 min - Book: Buganda Kingdom tourism office - Source: utb-destinations (draft) ### Uganda Martyrs Shrine, Namugongo - URL: https://api.pearl100.com/places/namugongo - Cultural & heritage, Central; 0.379, 32.65; open 07:00-18:00 - Pilgrimage site; busiest around 3 June. - Activity: Shrine visit, 90 min - Book: Namugongo Shrine administration - Source: utb-destinations (draft) ### Equator Line, Kayabwe - URL: https://api.pearl100.com/places/equator - Cultural & heritage, Central; 0, 32.04; open 07:00-19:00 - Roadside equator monument and craft shops. - Activity: Photo & craft stop, 30 min - Book: No booking needed - Source: utb-destinations (draft) ### Mabamba Swamp - URL: https://api.pearl100.com/places/mabamba - Wildlife reserve, Central; 0.07, 32.33; open 06:30-18:00 - Ramsar wetland; best shoebill sightings near Entebbe. - Activity: Shoebill canoe trip, 180 min - Book: Mabamba community guides - Source: utb-destinations (draft) ### Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary - URL: https://api.pearl100.com/places/ngamba - Wildlife reserve, Central; 0.1, 32.65; open 08:00-17:00 - Rescued chimpanzees on a Lake Victoria island. - Activity: Half-day visit with feeding, 240 min, starts 09:00, 12:00 - Book: Chimpanzee Sanctuary & Wildlife Conservation Trust - Source: utb-destinations (draft) ### Fort Patiko (Baker's Fort) - URL: https://api.pearl100.com/places/fort-patiko - Cultural & heritage, Northern; 3.05, 32.38; open 08:00-18:00 - 1872 fort built by Samuel Baker; slave-trade history. - Activity: Guided visit, 90 min - Book: Department of Museums & Monuments - Source: utb-destinations (draft) ### Aruu Falls - URL: https://api.pearl100.com/places/aruu-falls - Adventure, Northern; 2.92, 32.95; open 07:00-18:00 - Cascades in Pader district, northern Uganda. - Activity: Falls walk, 120 min - Book: Pader District tourism office - Source: utb-destinations (draft) ### Mt Elgon NP, Budadiri - URL: https://api.pearl100.com/places/mt-elgon - Mountain, Eastern; 1.17, 34.33; open 07:00-18:00 - Huge extinct volcano with caves, a 4,321 m Wagagai peak and the largest caldera on earth. - Activity: Day hike (Wanale / Sasa trail start), 420 min, starts 08:00 - Book: UWA Reservations, Plot 7 Kira Rd, Kampala · reservations@ugandawildlife.org · +256 414 355 000 - Source: uwa-parks (draft) ### Bujagali / Nile white-water, Jinja - URL: https://api.pearl100.com/places/bujagali - Adventure, Eastern; 0.49, 33.14; open 07:00-18:00 - Grade 5 Nile rafting, kayaking, bungee and quad biking. - Activity: Full-day white-water rafting, 420 min, starts 08:30 - Activity: Half-day kayak or SUP, 240 min - Book: Licensed Jinja adventure operators (check UTB registry) - Source: utb-destinations (draft) ### Mabira Forest Reserve, Najjembe - URL: https://api.pearl100.com/places/mabira - Forest, Central; 0.4, 33.02; open 07:00-18:00 - Large rainforest on the Jinja road; zip-lining, birding and forest trails. - Activity: Guided forest walk, 180 min - Activity: Canopy zip-line, 90 min - Book: National Forestry Authority, Najjembe ecotourism centre - Source: nfa-reserves (draft) ### Ssezibwa Falls - URL: https://api.pearl100.com/places/ssezibwa - Cultural & heritage, Central; 0.36, 32.86; open 08:00-18:00 - Sacred Buganda waterfall linked to twin-birth legend. - Activity: Falls & cultural site visit, 90 min - Book: On site, Mukono District - Source: utb-destinations (draft) ### Ssese Islands, Bugala - URL: https://api.pearl100.com/places/ssese-islands - Lake & water, Central; -0.31, 32.24; open 06:00-19:00 - 84 Lake Victoria islands with beaches, forest and quiet fishing villages. - Activity: Beach, forest walk & sunset, 240 min - Book: MV Kalangala ferry from Nakiwogo, Entebbe (daily); island lodges - Source: utb-destinations (draft) ### Kampala heritage: Mengo Palace, Gaddafi Mosque, Uganda Museum - URL: https://api.pearl100.com/places/kampala-city - Cultural & heritage, Central; 0.3136, 32.565; open 08:00-18:00 - Royal Buganda palace and Idi Amin torture chambers, city-view mosque minaret, national museum. - Activity: Kampala heritage tour, 300 min - Book: On site at each venue - Source: utb-destinations (draft) ### Ndere Cultural Centre - URL: https://api.pearl100.com/places/ndere - Cultural & heritage, Central; 0.3645, 32.6239; open 18:00-22:00 - Dances and music from all Ugandan regions in one evening show. - Activity: Evening cultural show, 180 min, starts 19:00 - Book: Ndere Troupe, Ntinda, Kampala - Source: utb-destinations (draft) ### Uganda Wildlife Education Centre, Entebbe - URL: https://api.pearl100.com/places/uwec - Wildlife reserve, Central; 0.0569, 32.4772; open 09:00-18:30 - Rescue zoo with shoebills, lions, chimps; good for families and last-day visits. - Activity: UWEC visit, 150 min - Book: UWEC gate, Entebbe - Source: uwa-parks (draft) ### Entebbe Botanical Gardens - URL: https://api.pearl100.com/places/entebbe-botanical - Community, Central; 0.0597, 32.4772; open 08:00-18:00 - 1898 lakeside gardens; monkeys and birdlife. - Activity: Garden walk, 90 min - Book: Gate, Entebbe - Source: utb-destinations (draft) ### Mpanga Forest Reserve - URL: https://api.pearl100.com/places/mpanga - Forest, Central; 0.205, 32.3; open 07:00-18:00 - Easy forest with butterflies and red-tailed monkeys near Mpigi. - Activity: Forest trail, 120 min - Book: National Forestry Authority - Source: nfa-reserves (draft) ### Kyambura Gorge, Queen Elizabeth NP - URL: https://api.pearl100.com/places/kyambura - National park, South-Western; -0.15, 30.12; open 07:00-18:00 - Sunken forest gorge with a chimpanzee community. - Activity: Chimpanzee tracking in the gorge, 210 min, starts 07:00, 10:00, 13:00 - Book: UWA Reservations, Plot 7 Kira Rd, Kampala · reservations@ugandawildlife.org · +256 414 355 000 - Source: uwa-parks (draft) ### Kalinzu Forest Reserve - URL: https://api.pearl100.com/places/kalinzu - Forest, South-Western; -0.37, 30.1; open 07:00-17:00 - Budget-friendly chimpanzee tracking on the Mbarara-Kasese road. - Activity: Chimpanzee tracking, 240 min, starts 07:30 - Book: National Forestry Authority, Kalinzu - Source: nfa-reserves (draft) ### Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary - URL: https://api.pearl100.com/places/bigodi - Community, Western; 0.41, 30.42; open 07:30-17:00 - Community-run swamp walk; great blue turaco and primates, next to Kibale. - Activity: Guided swamp walk, 180 min, starts 07:30, 15:00 - Book: KAFRED, Bigodi trading centre - Source: utb-destinations (draft) ### Toro-Semliki Wildlife Reserve - URL: https://api.pearl100.com/places/toro-semliki - Wildlife reserve, Western; 1.05, 30.45; open 07:00-18:00 - Rift valley savannah and Lake Albert shore; shoebill and chimp walks. - Activity: Game drive, 180 min - Book: UWA Reservations, Plot 7 Kira Rd, Kampala · reservations@ugandawildlife.org · +256 414 355 000 - Source: uwa-parks (draft) ### Amabere ga Nyinamwiru Caves - URL: https://api.pearl100.com/places/amabere - Cultural & heritage, Western; 0.705, 30.21; open 08:00-18:00 - Stalactite caves and waterfall tied to a Tooro legend, near Fort Portal. - Activity: Caves & falls visit, 90 min - Book: On site, Kabarole - Source: utb-destinations (draft) ### Lake Mutanda - URL: https://api.pearl100.com/places/lake-mutanda - Lake & water, South-Western; -1.23, 29.68; open 06:00-19:00 - Volcano-view lake; canoeing and a base for Bwindi south and Mgahinga. - Activity: Canoe trip, 150 min - Book: Lakeside lodges, Kisoro District - Source: utb-destinations (draft) ### Kisiizi Falls - URL: https://api.pearl100.com/places/kisiizi - Cultural & heritage, South-Western; -0.99, 29.96; open 08:00-18:00 - Waterfall with history as a historic 'punishment' site; zipline and walks. - Activity: Falls walk, 120 min - Book: Kisiizi Hospital tourism office, Rukungiri - Source: utb-destinations (draft) ### Katonga Wildlife Reserve - URL: https://api.pearl100.com/places/katonga - Wildlife reserve, Western; 0.03, 30.75; open 07:00-18:00 - Wetland reserve explored on foot or canoe; sitatunga antelope. - Activity: Walking safari, 180 min - Book: UWA Reservations, Plot 7 Kira Rd, Kampala · reservations@ugandawildlife.org · +256 414 355 000 - Source: uwa-parks (draft) ### Pian Upe Wildlife Reserve - URL: https://api.pearl100.com/places/pian-upe - Wildlife reserve, Karamoja; 1.65, 34.55; open 07:00-18:00 - Uganda's second-largest protected area; roan antelope and cheetah, very remote. - Activity: Game drive, 240 min - Book: UWA Reservations, Plot 7 Kira Rd, Kampala · reservations@ugandawildlife.org · +256 414 355 000 - Source: uwa-parks (draft) ### Mt Moroto & Tepeth hikes - URL: https://api.pearl100.com/places/mt-moroto - Mountain, Karamoja; 2.52, 34.75; open 07:00-17:00 - Karamoja mountain hikes and Tepeth community visits. - Activity: Guided day hike, 360 min, starts 07:30 - Activity: Karamojong manyatta visit, 150 min - Book: Moroto District tourism office / local guides - Source: utb-destinations (draft) ### Ajai Wildlife Reserve - URL: https://api.pearl100.com/places/ajai - Wildlife reserve, West Nile; 2.88, 31.42; open 07:00-18:00 - Nile floodplain reserve under restoration; birding and walks. - Activity: Guided walk, 180 min - Book: UWA Reservations, Plot 7 Kira Rd, Kampala · reservations@ugandawildlife.org · +256 414 355 000 - Source: uwa-parks (draft) ### Kibiro salt gardens, Lake Albert - URL: https://api.pearl100.com/places/kibiro - Community, Western; 1.68, 31.23; open 08:00-17:00 - Centuries-old salt-making village on the Lake Albert escarpment. - Activity: Salt village visit (steep walk), 180 min - Book: Local guides via Hoima - Source: utb-destinations (draft) ### Karuma Falls - URL: https://api.pearl100.com/places/karuma-falls - Lake & water, Northern; 2.25, 32.25; open 06:00-19:00 - Nile rapids at the bridge on the Gulu highway; quick stop. - Activity: Viewpoint stop, 30 min - Book: No booking - Source: utb-destinations (draft) ### Sipi coffee trails, Kapchorwa - URL: https://api.pearl100.com/places/sipi-coffee - Community, Eastern; 1.37, 34.4; open 08:00-17:00 - Bugisu arabica coffee farm tours above Sipi. - Activity: Coffee farm tour, 180 min - Book: Sipi community coffee groups - Source: utb-destinations (draft) ### Kabwoya Wildlife Reserve - URL: https://api.pearl100.com/places/kabwoya - Wildlife reserve, Western; 1.4, 31; open 07:00-18:00 - Lake Albert escarpment savannah in Hoima/Kikuube; birding and walks near the Rift Valley. - Activity: Game drive or guided walk, 180 min - Book: UWA Reservations, Plot 7 Kira Rd, Kampala · reservations@ugandawildlife.org · +256 414 355 000 - Source: utb-exploreuganda (draft) ### Bugungu Wildlife Reserve - URL: https://api.pearl100.com/places/bugungu - Wildlife reserve, Western; 2.1, 31.4; open 07:00-18:00 - Next to Murchison Falls NP; kob, buffalo, 200+ birds, shoebill on the Nile. - Activity: Game drive or guided walk, 180 min - Book: UWA Reservations, Plot 7 Kira Rd, Kampala · reservations@ugandawildlife.org · +256 414 355 000 - Source: utb-exploreuganda (draft) ### Karuma Wildlife Reserve - URL: https://api.pearl100.com/places/karuma-reserve - Wildlife reserve, Northern; 2.15, 32.1; open 07:00-18:00 - 820 km² on the east bank of the Victoria Nile, Kiryandongo and Nwoya. - Activity: Game drive or guided walk, 180 min - Book: UWA Reservations, Plot 7 Kira Rd, Kampala · reservations@ugandawildlife.org · +256 414 355 000 - Source: utb-exploreuganda (draft) ### Kigezi Wildlife Reserve - URL: https://api.pearl100.com/places/kigezi-reserve - Wildlife reserve, South-Western; -0.65, 29.75; open 07:00-18:00 - Highland savannah buffer to Ishasha; kob, buffalo, chimps in forest patches. - Activity: Game drive or guided walk, 180 min - Book: UWA Reservations, Plot 7 Kira Rd, Kampala · reservations@ugandawildlife.org · +256 414 355 000 - Source: utb-exploreuganda (draft) ### Matheniko Wildlife Reserve - URL: https://api.pearl100.com/places/matheniko - Wildlife reserve, Karamoja; 2.85, 34.5; open 07:00-18:00 - Semi-arid reserve north of Moroto along the Kenya border. - Activity: Game drive or guided walk, 180 min - Book: UWA Reservations, Plot 7 Kira Rd, Kampala · reservations@ugandawildlife.org · +256 414 355 000 - Source: utb-exploreuganda (draft) ### Bokora Wildlife Reserve - URL: https://api.pearl100.com/places/bokora - Wildlife reserve, Karamoja; 2.4, 34.3; open 07:00-18:00 - Rugged Karamoja reserve between Moroto and Pian Upe. - Activity: Game drive or guided walk, 180 min - Book: UWA Reservations, Plot 7 Kira Rd, Kampala · reservations@ugandawildlife.org · +256 414 355 000 - Source: utb-exploreuganda (draft) ## Fees (USD foreign non-resident / USD foreign resident / UGX East African) - Gorilla tracking permit (Bwindi / Mgahinga): 800 / 700 / 300000 per person per trek, valid 2024-07-01 to 2026-06-30 - Gorilla habituation experience: 1500 / 1000 / 500000 per person, valid 2024-07-01 to 2026-06-30 - Chimpanzee tracking, Kibale: 250 / 200 / 200000 per person, valid 2024-07-01 to 2026-06-30 - Golden monkey tracking, Mgahinga: 60 / 50 / 50000 per person, valid 2024-07-01 to 2026-06-30 - Park entry — Murchison, Queen Elizabeth, Kidepo, Bwindi, Kibale: 45 / 35 / 25000 per person per 24 h, valid 2024-07-01 to 2026-06-30 - Park entry — Lake Mburo, Semuliki, Mt Elgon: 40 / 30 / 20000 per person per 24 h, valid 2024-07-01 to 2026-06-30 - Rwenzori Mountains NP entry: 35 / 30 / 20000 per person per day, valid 2024-07-01 to 2026-06-30 - UWA launch cruise (Kazinga / Murchison): 35 / 30 / 30000 per person, valid 2024-07-01 to 2026-06-30 ## Permit capacity (structural, not live availability) - Buhoma (north), Gorilla trekking: 4 groups x 8 = 32/day, min age 15, 1 hour - Ruhija (east), Gorilla trekking: 4 groups x 8 = 32/day, min age 15, 1 hour - Rushaga (south), Gorilla trekking: 7 groups x 8 = 56/day, min age 15, 1 hour - Rushaga (south), Gorilla habituation experience: 2 groups x 4 = 8/day, min age 15, Up to 4 hours - Nkuringo (south-west), Gorilla trekking: 3 groups x 8 = 24/day, min age 15, 1 hour - Ntebeko, Gorilla trekking (Nyakagezi group): 1 groups x 8 = 8/day, min age 15, 1 hour - Ntebeko, Golden monkey tracking: 1 groups x 8 = 8/day, min age 12, 1 hour - Kanyanchu, Chimpanzee tracking: 6 groups x 8 = 48/day, min age 12, 1 hour - Kanyanchu, Chimpanzee habituation experience: 2 groups x 4 = 8/day, min age 15, Most of the day ## Access rules - Gorillas & chimps: Do not trek if you have a cold, flu or other contagious illness; rangers may refuse entry. - Gorillas & chimps: Keep at least 7 m from the animals; masks may be required. - Gorilla trekking: Report to the sector briefing point by about 07:30; treks start around 08:00. Book the sector, not just the park. - Gorilla permits: Permits are tied to a sector and date and are non-transferable between sectors. - Primate tracking: Minimum age 15 for gorillas, 12 for chimpanzees and golden monkeys. - National parks: Most park gates open about 06:30 and close about 19:00; no self-drive in parks after dark. - Rwenzori & Elgon: Climbs require UWA-registered guides and porters; plan acclimatisation days. - Karamoja: Check current advice; ranger escort may be required on some Karamoja tracks. ## Airstrips - Entebbe International (EBB): serves International gateway, ~0 min transfer - Kajjansi Airfield: serves Kampala-side charters, ~30 min transfer - Kihihi Airstrip (KHX): serves Bwindi Buhoma/Ruhija, Ishasha, ~90 min transfer - Kisoro Airstrip (KSE): serves Bwindi Rushaga/Nkuringo, Mgahinga, ~60 min transfer - Pakuba Airfield (PAF): serves Murchison Falls north bank, ~30 min transfer - Bugungu Airstrip: serves Murchison Falls south bank, ~30 min transfer - Apoka Airstrip (Kidepo): serves Kidepo Valley NP, ~10 min transfer - Kasese Airstrip (KSE-K): serves Queen Elizabeth, Rwenzori, ~20 min transfer - Mweya Airstrip: serves Queen Elizabeth Mweya, ~10 min transfer - Semliki Airstrip: serves Semuliki, Toro-Semliki, ~30 min transfer ## Domestic flights (indicative) - ebb to kihihi / kisoro: ~90 min, Daily, morning & afternoon, AeroLink Uganda (scheduled); charters also available - ebb to kisoro: ~110 min, Daily via Kihihi, AeroLink Uganda (scheduled); charters also available - ebb to bugungu-air / pakuba: ~60 min, Daily, AeroLink Uganda (scheduled); charters also available - ebb to kasese / mweya-air: ~75 min, Daily, AeroLink Uganda (scheduled); charters also available - ebb to apoka: ~120 min, Daily, often via Pakuba, AeroLink Uganda (scheduled); charters also available - ebb to semliki-air: ~70 min, Charter / on request, AeroLink Uganda (scheduled); charters also available ## Ferries - MV Kalangala (Lake Victoria): Nakiwogo, Entebbe to Lutoboka, Bugala (Kalangala), ~210 min, Daily ~14:00 out, ~08:00 back - Bukakata-Luku ferry (Lake Victoria): Bukakata, Masaka to Luku, Bugala, ~50 min, Several daily, ~08:00-18:00 - Nakiwogo ferry (Lake Victoria (Murchison Bay)): Nakiwogo, Entebbe to Kigungu / Mabamba side, ~20 min, Frequent daytime - Kiyindi-Buvuma ferry (Lake Victoria): Kiyindi, Buikwe to Kirongo, Buvuma Island, ~60 min, Several daily - Wanseko-Panyimur ferry (Lake Albert / Albert Nile): Wanseko, Buliisa to Panyimur, Pakwach, ~60 min, Several daily, weather permitting - Laropi ferry (Albert Nile): Laropi, Moyo to Umi, Adjumani, ~20 min, Hourly daytime - Paraa ferry (Victoria Nile): Paraa south bank to Paraa north bank, ~10 min, Hourly 07:00-19:00 (bridge also open) - Kagwara ferry (Lake Kyoga): Kagwara, Serere to Zengebe / Bugondo, ~60 min, Several daily - Sigulu Islands boat (Lake Victoria): Lugala, Namayingo to Sigulu Island, ~90 min, Daily, passengers only, passengers only - Ngamba Island boat (Lake Victoria): Entebbe to Ngamba Chimp Sanctuary, ~50 min, Morning & afternoon trips, passengers only ## Seasons - All: dry 12,1,2,6,7,8,9; wet 3,4,5,10,11 - South-Western: dry 12,1,2,6,7,8; wet 3,4,5,9,10,11 - Karamoja: dry 11,12,1,2,3; wet 4,5,6,7,8,9,10 - Northern: dry 11,12,1,2,3; wet 4,5,6,7,8,9,10 ## Sources - uwa-tariff-2024: UWA Conservation Tariff July 2024 – June 2026, https://ugandawildlife.org/tariffs/ (2024-07-01) - uwa-parks: UWA National Parks & Activities, https://ugandawildlife.org/ (2024-07-01) - utb-destinations: Explore Uganda — Destinations, https://www.exploreuganda.com/ (2024-01-01) - unra-network: UNRA National Road Network, https://www.unra.go.ug/ (2023-07-01) - pg-field: PearlGraph draft compilation (pending field verification), https://pearlgraph.oree.africa/ (2026-10-30) - utb-licensed: UTB register of licensed accommodation facilities, https://qasystem.utb.go.ug/display-licenced/accommodation (2026-10-30) - nfa-reserves: National Forestry Authority, forest reserves & ecotourism, https://www.nfa.go.ug/ (2024-01-01) - ubos-districts: Uganda Bureau of Statistics / MoLG, district list, https://www.ubos.org/ (2024-01-01) - immigration-evisa: Directorate of Citizenship & Immigration Control, e-visa, https://visas.immigration.go.ug/ (2024-01-01) - lodge-listings: Lodge official websites, cross-checked against TripAdvisor & UTB listings (discovery only; no ratings or prices copied), https://www.tripadvisor.com/Tourism-g293840-Uganda-Vacations.html (2026-10-30) - utb-exploreuganda: Explore Uganda (UTB official destination site), https://exploreuganda.com/ (2026-10-30) - uwa-gorilla-rules: UWA gorilla & chimpanzee tracking rules and sector information, https://ugandawildlife.org/ (2024-07-01) - caa-airstrips: Uganda Civil Aviation Authority, aerodromes, https://caa.go.ug/ (2024-01-01) - aerolink-schedule: AeroLink Uganda published domestic schedule (indicative), https://aerolinkuganda.com/ (2024-07-01) - mowt-ferries: Ministry of Works & Transport / UNRA ferry services, https://www.unra.go.ug/ (2023-07-01)