Why Uganda is the perfect post lockdown safari destination in Africa
Things to do and see in Uganda after a lockdown
Tracking gorillas and their habits
The world-renown Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and Mgahinga National Park in Uganda are home to half of the world’s surviving mountain gorilla population. Beautiful mountain gorillas have been seen by tourists from all over the globe; you must not miss them on your safari in Africa. Encounter can assist you in obtaining the necessary gorilla permits from the Uganda Wildlife Authority in order to visit or trek the gorillas in Uganda.
For non-residents, the cost of a gorilla trekking permit is $800 per person, per trek; for foreign residents and nationals of East Africa, the fee is $1500 per person, each trek; and for gorilla habituation, the cost is $800 per person, every trip. The gorilla trekking experience is once in a lifetime. It begins at 8:00 in the morning with a briefing at the park headquarters. Afterwards, you will be led on a walk into the forest by park rangers and guides until you come across the gorillas. Interacting with these primates in their natural habitat is a once in a lifetime opportunity.
For everyone’s safety—the gorillas, the service providers, the park employees, and the tourists—there are some rules that you must adhere to. In order to prevent the spread of the virus and guarantee the safety of every client’s vacation, Katland Safaris is adhering to the standard operating procedures.
Tracking chimpanzees and their habits
Among Africa’s primates, chimpanzees are the most numerous; visitors to Kibale Forest National Park, Budongo Forest, Kalinzu Forest, and Kyambura Forest may see this firsthand. This park is known as the “Primate capital” due to the large number of chimpanzee populations that call Kibale National Park home. In order to see the chimps, you must first get a chimpanzee permission, and while we recover from the epidemic, everyone must adhere to all safety protocols.
The day of the expedition will begin with an early morning forest excursion accompanied by knowledgeable guides, researchers, and trackers. You will get the opportunity to see wild chimpanzees and other primates in their natural environment. This is a once in a lifetime chance to go within meters of these gregarious and entertaining primates. Our closest relatives, the chimpanzee, are in grave danger; there are just around 5,000 of them left in Uganda. If you want to see chimpanzees after the lockdown in Africa, Uganda is the place to go.
Game viewing in Uganda is a once in a lifetime chance to observe all five of Africa’s most iconic animals in their natural habitat. No matter which game park you visit, you may enjoy morning, afternoon, or night game drives, and if you’re looking for an even more immersive experience, there are specific activities like lion or rhino tracking that increase your chances of seeing wild animals.
The best places to go on a game drive in Uganda are the country’s many national parks and reserves, where you can follow established trails in search of wildlife. Some of these parks include Queen Elizabeth, Murchison Falls, Lake Mburo, Kidepo Valley, Toro-Semuliki, and Pian-Upe. Giraffes, elephants, zebras, hippos, warthogs, rhinos, leopards, cheetahs, antelopes, ostriches, and active antelopes are just a few of the animals that may be seen. Secure your spot in Uganda as your safari destination now and prepare to be amazed.
Keeping tabs on golden monkeys
Mgahinga National Park is fortunate to be home to golden monkeys, one of the world’s rarest primates. Mgahinga Gorilla National Park and Uganda in general are unique tourist destinations due, in large part, to the golden monkey tracking that takes place there. According to the tariff of the Uganda Wildlife Authority for 2020–2021, a golden monkey trekking permit costs USD100, and there are two groups of monkeys that are known to be good trekking companions.
A meeting at the park headquarters to go over forest dos and don’ts kicks off the early morning hike at 7:00am. Subsequently, accompanied by park rangers and guides, you will begin your trek into the jungle in search of the golden monkeys, which you will then be permitted to see for an hour. For the pinnacle of African safaris, contact us to arrange your trip to Uganda after Lockdown.
Exploring the Great Outdoors
Mountaineering in Uganda is a great option for those looking for a hiking safari after the lockdown. There are several mountains to climb, including the snow-capped Rwenzori, the volcanic Sabyinyo, the largest caldera on the planet, Gahinga, and Muhabura. Depending on your fitness level, you can choose which mountain to climb. On a hiking trip, you may view a wide variety of birds, trees, primates, gorillas, and elephants in the forest. Depending on your interests, you may trek to various summits and peaks, which might take anything from a day to two weeks.
Interactions between cultures and communities
With over 50 distinct languages spoken by its varied population, Uganda is home to a wide variety of tribes and civilizations. You can’t get a full taste of Africa without seeing its many diverse and fascinating cultures, whether you’re traveling east, west, south, or north. Languages, traditions, taboos, cuisine, way of life, hospitality, and more are all part of Ugandan culture.
You’ll learn about the Batwa, also known as the pygmies, who lived in the Bwindi Forest for a long time before being relocated to the communities around the park to make room for mountain gorilla conservation and tourism. You’ll also learn about the Ankole, who live in the west, and the Ik and Karamojong, who live in the north.
Observing Wildlife
After the lockdown, tourists interested in birdwatching will find that Uganda is one of the best places in Africa to do it, with over a thousand different species to see. Various environments, including dry semi-desert, fertile savannahs, lowland and montane rainforests, large wetlands, volcanoes, and an Afro-alpine zone, contribute to Uganda’s biodiversity.
You will only pay park entrance fees and birding fees to be able to see the different bird species, there are guided walking trails into the forest, swamps and river streams and you will be able to see and identify birds with your guides, some of the birds to sport include Handsome Francolin, Rwenzori Nightjar, Dwarf Honeyguide, African Green Broadbill, Archer’s Robin-Chat, Red-throated Alethe, Yellow-eyed Black-Flycatcher, Red-faced Woodland Warbler, Short-tailed Warbler, Grauer’s Warbler, Mountain Masked Apalis, Collared Apalis, Stripe-breasted Tit, Rwenzori Batis, Blue-headed Sunbird, Regal Sunbird, Strange Weaver, Dusky Crimsonwing, Pelicans, African darter, Herons and many others. After the lockdown, check out our website for birding programs perfect for both lone travelers and groups.
River and crater lake boat trips, white water rafting, ziplining, horseback riding, bicycle tours, plantation tours, and other similar activities are also available. Your interests, schedule, and financial situation will determine how we organize and modify all events. If you are looking for a really unique African safari, Uganda is the place to go.
Why should you choose Katland Safaris for your post-lockdown safari in Uganda?
Uganda and the rest of East Africa may enjoy incredible safari adventures courtesy of Katland. To begin planning your post-lockdown safari, contact us now for information on our reduced packages and custom tours.
Our ability to curate unforgettable experiences is a product of the cohesive team we’ve built over the years, which includes both youthful and dynamic employees, as well as seasoned and dedicated directors and managers who are native Ugandans. You may read about other people’s experiences on safari bookings and trip advisor, where Katland Safaris has a lot of positive ratings.
