20 pictures that will inspire you to add Uganda to the top of your African bucket list!

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12th Feb 2021

20 Pictures that will inspire you to add Uganda to your African Bucket list!

Photo of 20 pictures that will inspire you to add Uganda to the top of your African bucket list! by Ankitha Rajendaran

Uganda will blow you away with its endless rolling hills, the welcoming people and lush green landscapes.

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Welcome to the untouched Pearl of Africa

When people think of Africa, there is often talk of wanting to see the safaris migration in Serengeti or vast plains of Masai Mara, or drive along the surreal coast of Cape Town or even walk along the beaches in Mozambique. Uganda doesn't often make it to the African "bucket list" but it should definitely be on there.

Photo of 20 pictures that will inspire you to add Uganda to the top of your African bucket list! 2/20 by Ankitha Rajendaran
The green rolling hills of the South Western Ugandan country side

It is underrated, rustic, authentic and beyond gorgeous. Once you get a taste of Africa, you maybe spoiled and never want to go anywhere else. Africa gets under your skin and holds you back as you think of leaving.

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The Ugandan countryside offers opportunities for real community interactions

Scenic lakes are not uncommon on the long drives between towns.

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Lake Nyinambuga, the lake on the 20,000 Ugandan Shilling note

Ethical animal encounters are a big reason to venture to Eastern, Central and Southern Africa. Usually on top of this list is a wild trek to watch the mountain gorillas in the misty rainforests of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest in Uganda, Volcanoes National Park in Rwanda or the Virunga Forest in DR Congo

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A Mother and baby gorilla caught in a bonding moment

Trekking to track Chimpanzees in the Kibale National Park

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A male chimpanzee atop a fig tree

Follow your ranger deep into the forest before finding a group of active chimps high up on fig trees!

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Enjoy observing their every day interactions in their own habitat

Did you know that chimps share 98% of our DNA? Though these animal encounters are a big reason to visit Uganda, what I liked most about both treks was that it gave us an opportunity for an authentic sighting.

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Leave nothing but footprints behind!

Welcome to the Jungle. Gorilla Tracking in one of the most biologically diverse places on the planet, home to some of the largest assortment of tree species in East Africa.

Photo of 20 pictures that will inspire you to add Uganda to the top of your African bucket list! 9/20 by Ankitha Rajendaran
Trekking the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

Visiting the forest is an experience in itself. It is no wonder it often makes it to the list of most amazing forests to visit in this lifetime.

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Maneuvering the dense forest requires guidance, patience and ample clothes for protection

You will be required to navigate uphill slopes through thick tangles of vines and thousands of thorny bushes. It is also only accessible by foot. No path and no directions - this is why the rangers carry machetes but the reward makes it worthwhile!

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The curious and ever playful babies of the family

Set on the foothills of volcanoes, the Impenetrable forest of Bwindi has an absurd diversity of flora and fauna - throw in few hundred mountain gorillas and you will have yourself a truly wild experience second to none.

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The eyes that shoot straight through your soul

The entire experience is hard to sum up in words. It is a high of being so close to these creatures. Being able to walk along side the people who have committed to the protection and conservation of this species is something special.

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The massive silverback from the Mubare Family we were tracking

Enjoy an off beat safari in Lake Mburo - minus the big five.

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The contrasting stripes against the lush green African Savannah

The Sunrise Bush Walk - a must-do African experience.

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Your chance to get up close with the herds of grazing zebras, impalas and elands.

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Early morning bush walk in Lake Mburo

On this trip, we got to meet communities, we learned their stories and found that the balance between choosing to explore more can go hand in hand with supporting the people who protect these precious animals.

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This is one of life’s greatest privileges, mainly because there are fewer than 1000 mountain gorillas in existence at the moment.

Uganda is home to lots of culture, biodiversity and of course, has front row seats to watch primates in the world in action.

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Uganda offers you front row seats to catch a glimpse of the the world's most incredible primates

Recognize the importance of preserving the wildlife in their natural environment not just against poachers but against the growing risk of infectious diseases and climate change.

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Always opt to stay in eco-friendly, sustainable, solar-powered lodges in Africa.

We all have to continue making increasingly sustainable choices to be able to support the tourism industry without doing any further damage to an already delicate ecosystem.

Photo of 20 pictures that will inspire you to add Uganda to the top of your African bucket list! 20/20 by Ankitha Rajendaran