Discover Uganda- The Pearl of Africa!
Posted by: Prestige Discoveries
Discover Uganda which is a land locked country in East Africa and home to around 15 primate species, nearly 100 mammals and over 1,000 bird species. Coupled with spectacular scenery this makes Uganda a nature lovers paradise. Winston Churchill affectionately dubbed it as the ‘Pearl of Africa’.
Uganda is also home to Africa’s Big Five animals, the Lion, Leopard, Rhino, Elephant and Buffalo alongside half of the world’s mountain gorilla population. If Mountain Gorilla tracking in Uganda is high on your list of things to do, then Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is the place to go. It was recently named as one of the most beautiful places in the world. It is also one of the best places on the planet to go birdwatching.
Uganda has a rich, diverse culture with over 50 tribes all with their own customs and traditions. You can visit schools, farms and cultural/religious sites.
Even though Uganda is a landlocked country, guests can enjoy a beach holiday. One can visit the soft white sands of the Ssese Islands, an archipelago off the shores of Lake Victoria.
Whether you choose to fly or drive, Uganda is easy to get around. A large number of airlines fly into Entebbe International Airport.
Did you know that, even as a landlocked country, guests can enjoy a beach holiday? Visit the soft white sands of the Ssese Islands, an archipelago off the shores of Lake Victoria, for a picture-perfect backdrop.
Not forgetting Kampala itself. As a vibrant, cosmopolitan and modern city, it is home to museums, galleries, shops and international restaurants.
From safari adventures to cultural activities, and road trips to birdwatching tours, Uganda really does have it all. Whatever your choice, you will go home feeling relaxed and refreshed and full of ideas for your next holiday to Uganda.