Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Dense montane forest protecting half of the world's remaining mountain gorillas; gorilla trekking is the primary draw.
Rwenzori Mountains National Park
Africa's second-highest mountain range (Margherita Peak, 5,109m) with snow-capped peaks, alpine lakes, and montane ecosystems.
Queen Elizabeth National Park
Large savanna reserve with diverse wildlife, crater lakes, and the Kazinga Channel offering boat safaris and birding.
Kibale National Park
Tropical forest reserve protecting over 1,500 wild chimpanzees; chimpanzee trekking and primate observation are primary activities.
Kampala City and Cultural Sites
Kampala
Uganda's capital and cultural hub, with museums, markets, street food culture, and vibrant Afrobeat music scene.
Lake Victoria Shoreline and Islands
World's largest tropical freshwater lake with fishing communities, islands, and important cultural and economic significance.
Jinja and the Source of the Nile
Jinja
City marking the source of the Nile River (outlet from Lake Victoria), with whitewater rafting and adventure activities.