10 National Parks • Wildlife • Primates • Landscapes

Uganda National Parks

From gorilla forests to wide savannahs and snow-capped mountains—discover Uganda’s incredible protected areas and find the perfect park for your safari.

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Browse all Uganda national parks below. Use the search and filters to quickly find parks for gorilla trekking, classic game drives, birding, waterfalls, mountains, and remote wilderness.

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Gorillas • Forest

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Gorilla Trekking Birding

Uganda’s most famous gorilla trekking destination with rich birdlife and lush rainforest trails.

Gorillas • Volcanoes

Mgahinga Gorilla National Park

Gorillas Golden Monkeys

A dramatic volcanic park ideal for gorillas, golden monkeys, and scenic hikes in the Virungas.

Chimpanzees

Kibale Forest National Park

Chimp Tracking Forest

The primate capital of East Africa—best for chimpanzee trekking and guided forest walks.

Big Game • Kazinga

Queen Elizabeth National Park

Game Drives Boat Safari

Classic savannah wildlife, the Kazinga Channel boat cruise, crater lakes, and famous tree-climbing lions.

Nile • Falls

Murchison Falls National Park

Boat Safari Game Drives

Uganda’s largest park—Nile cruises, powerful waterfalls, and wildlife-rich savannah plains.

Remote Wilderness

Kidepo Valley National Park

Remote Wilderness

A dramatic, rugged landscape in the far northeast—often called Uganda’s most spectacular savannah park.

Close to Kampala

Lake Mburo National Park

Zebras Walking Safaris

Great for short safaris—zebras, impalas, acacia birds, boat trips, and walking safaris.

Hiking • Peaks

Rwenzori Mountains National Park

Hiking Mountains

Iconic alpine scenery and challenging treks—perfect for hikers seeking Uganda’s “Mountains of the Moon.”

Caves • Waterfalls

Mount Elgon National Park

Hiking Waterfalls

Scenic trails, caves, waterfalls, and mountain landscapes on the slopes of an ancient volcano.

Congo Biome

Semuliki National Park

Birding Forest

A unique lowland rainforest with Congo biome birds, primates, and hot springs—great for birders.

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