Western Uganda

A diverse range of activities and experiences are available in Queen Elizabeth National Park's 764 square miles of forest, grassland, swamp and lakeshore. The snow-capped Ruwenzori Mountains tower to heights of nearly 17,000 feet in the distance. Beyond traditional wildlife drives and bush walks, other activities available include boat cruises on the hippo-filled Kazinga Channel, forest walks in Maramagambo with its famous bat caves, brilliant bird watching (with the possibility to see about 60 percent of Uganda's endemic species), and intriguing cultural visits to local communities. Enjoy kayak trips on the park's largest crater lake, Lake Nyamusingire. More intrepid travelers may enjoy challenging hikes into Kyambura Gorge likely to reveal a number of primate species, including chimpanzees