Top 5 National Parks in Uganda You Must Visit
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Travel Writer
Published
January 15, 2026
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6 min read
Uganda is home to 10 national parks, each offering a unique ecosystem and wildlife experience. Here are our top 5 picks for your next safari.
1. Murchison Falls National Park
Uganda's largest park, famous for the thundering waterfall where the Nile forces through a narrow gorge. It's excellent for seeing the "Big Five" and enjoying boat cruises.
2. Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
A UNESCO World Heritage Site and the premier destination for mountain gorilla trekking. The ancient rainforest is also a haven for bird watchers.
3. Queen Elizabeth National Park
Known for its diverse habitats, including savannah, wetlands, and crater lakes. Don't miss the tree-climbing lions of Ishasha and the Kazinga Channel boat cruise.
4. Kibale Forest National Park
The primate capital of the world, boasting 13 primate species, including a large population of habituated chimpanzees.
5. Kidepo Valley National Park
Uganda's most remote park, offering a true wilderness experience. It's the only place in Uganda where you can see cheetahs and ostriches.
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