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Prime Safaris & Tours Ltdhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03863007215155085181noreply@blogger.comBlogger3186125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8678172463324892133.post-2880172401687705052022-02-10T00:24:00.000-08:002022-02-10T00:24:00.725-08:00most popular safari destinations in Africa<p> <span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">One of the most popular </span><span style="color: #050505; font-family: inherit; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><a class="oajrlxb2 g5ia77u1 qu0x051f esr5mh6w e9989ue4 r7d6kgcz rq0escxv nhd2j8a9 nc684nl6 p7hjln8o kvgmc6g5 cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x jb3vyjys rz4wbd8a qt6c0cv9 a8nywdso i1ao9s8h esuyzwwr f1sip0of lzcic4wl gpro0wi8 q66pz984 b1v8xokw" href="https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/safari?__eep__=6&__cft__[0]=AZXWLikgqHwcM4S0hmBSHdgNa_EuGJSY6UiBNGLVPGekT6j7MIcBONM6RuhKnc4rrIGU97nDfd8YOJ7LoTeK2L7k9RnYvX9aMDP7tcVVG3E9fA&__tn__=*NK-R" role="link" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; border-color: initial; border-style: initial; border-width: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; cursor: pointer; display: inline; font-family: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px; text-align: inherit; text-decoration-line: none; touch-action: manipulation;" tabindex="0">#safari</a></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;"> destinations in </span><span style="color: #050505; font-family: inherit; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><a class="oajrlxb2 g5ia77u1 qu0x051f esr5mh6w e9989ue4 r7d6kgcz rq0escxv nhd2j8a9 nc684nl6 p7hjln8o kvgmc6g5 cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x jb3vyjys rz4wbd8a qt6c0cv9 a8nywdso i1ao9s8h esuyzwwr f1sip0of lzcic4wl gpro0wi8 q66pz984 b1v8xokw" href="https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/africa?__eep__=6&__cft__[0]=AZXWLikgqHwcM4S0hmBSHdgNa_EuGJSY6UiBNGLVPGekT6j7MIcBONM6RuhKnc4rrIGU97nDfd8YOJ7LoTeK2L7k9RnYvX9aMDP7tcVVG3E9fA&__tn__=*NK-R" role="link" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; border-color: initial; border-style: initial; border-width: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; cursor: pointer; display: inline; font-family: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px; text-align: inherit; text-decoration-line: none; touch-action: manipulation;" tabindex="0">#Africa</a></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">, Uganda is an enormous, sparsely populated country with vast areas of protected wilderness, a rich variety of </span><span style="color: #050505; font-family: inherit; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><a class="oajrlxb2 g5ia77u1 qu0x051f esr5mh6w e9989ue4 r7d6kgcz rq0escxv nhd2j8a9 nc684nl6 p7hjln8o kvgmc6g5 cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x jb3vyjys rz4wbd8a qt6c0cv9 a8nywdso i1ao9s8h esuyzwwr f1sip0of lzcic4wl gpro0wi8 q66pz984 b1v8xokw" href="https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/wildlife?__eep__=6&__cft__[0]=AZXWLikgqHwcM4S0hmBSHdgNa_EuGJSY6UiBNGLVPGekT6j7MIcBONM6RuhKnc4rrIGU97nDfd8YOJ7LoTeK2L7k9RnYvX9aMDP7tcVVG3E9fA&__tn__=*NK-R" role="link" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; border-color: initial; border-style: initial; border-width: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; cursor: pointer; display: inline; font-family: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px; text-align: inherit; text-decoration-line: none; touch-action: manipulation;" tabindex="0">#wildlife</a></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">, and an ancient history and </span><span style="color: #050505; font-family: inherit; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><a class="oajrlxb2 g5ia77u1 qu0x051f esr5mh6w e9989ue4 r7d6kgcz rq0escxv nhd2j8a9 nc684nl6 p7hjln8o kvgmc6g5 cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x jb3vyjys rz4wbd8a qt6c0cv9 a8nywdso i1ao9s8h esuyzwwr f1sip0of lzcic4wl gpro0wi8 q66pz984 b1v8xokw" href="https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/culture?__eep__=6&__cft__[0]=AZXWLikgqHwcM4S0hmBSHdgNa_EuGJSY6UiBNGLVPGekT6j7MIcBONM6RuhKnc4rrIGU97nDfd8YOJ7LoTeK2L7k9RnYvX9aMDP7tcVVG3E9fA&__tn__=*NK-R" role="link" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; border-color: initial; border-style: initial; border-width: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; cursor: pointer; display: inline; font-family: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; outline: none; padding: 0px; text-align: inherit; text-decoration-line: none; touch-action: manipulation;" tabindex="0">#culture</a></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">. 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Ziwa Sanctuary</p><img alt="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/blog/ziwa-rhino-sanctuary-re-opens.html" class="wp-image-29152" height="284" src="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/wp-content/uploads/Rhino-tracking.jpg" width="381" /> <div>Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary Re-opens to Public<p>which sits on a 70 km² piece of land and home to 33 endangered Southern white rhinos was closed to the public by UWA on 20th April 2021 with a message that no tourism activities would be undertaken until further notice.</p><p>The re-opening of <strong>Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary</strong> brought relief to travelers planning their <strong><a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/">Uganda tours</a></strong> since it is one of the most exciting places to visit in Uganda and the only place in the country where you can see wild rhinos. The sanctuary offers visitors on <strong><a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/wildlife-safaris-uganda-wildlife-safari">Uganda wildlife safaris</a></strong> an exhilarating rhino tracking adventure in search of these legendary members of the Big Five on foot.</p><h2 style="text-align: center;"><strong>WHERE IS ZIWA RHINO SANCTUARY FOUND IN UGANDA? </strong></h2><p><strong>Ziwa Sanctuary</strong> is found in Nakasongola district in the central region of Uganda, about 176km from Kampala. It takes about 3 hours to drive there and this is about half of the journey to Murchison Falls National Park - the largest national park in Uganda - which is home to the world’s longest river (the Nile), the world’s most powerful waterfall, and over 76 mammal species including 4 of the Big 5 - lions, leopards, Elephants, and Buffalos.</p><p>Therefore many visitors on <strong><a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/">safaris in Uganda</a></strong> visit the sanctuary as part of their Uganda tour packages to Murchison and other safari destinations like Kidepo Valley National Park, Kibale National Park, and Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park which is a popular site for <strong><a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/gorilla-trekking-uganda-gorilla-tours-safaris">Uganda gorilla safaris</a></strong> hosting nearly half of the world’s population of <a href="https://www.wildgorillasafaris.com/facts-about-gorilla-facts/what-is-a-gorilla/">mountain gorillas</a>.</p><h2 style="text-align: center;"><strong>WHEN WAS ZIWA RHINO SANCTUARY ESTABLISHED? </strong></h2><p><strong>Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary</strong> was started in 2005 as a collaborative effort between <strong>Uganda Wildlife Authority</strong> (UWA), <strong>Rhino Fund Uganda</strong> (RFU), and <strong>Ziwa Rhino and Wildlife Ranch</strong> (ZRWR). The sanctuary was established to revive the population of rhinos in Uganda that were totally depleted in the country’s national parks and reserves where they previously lived due to intense poaching that happened during the 1970s and 1980s.</p><p><strong>Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary</strong> started with 6 rhinos that were re-introduced to breed them with plans of taking them to <strong><a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/">Uganda safari</a></strong> parks when the number increase. Four of the rhinos including two males and two females were captured in <strong>Solio Ranch</strong> in Kenya. The two other rhinoceros were donated to RFU by Orlando Zoo at the Disney Animal Kingdom in Florida, United States of America (USA).</p><p>In June 2009, the first calf was born of a Kenyan father and American mother and was named Obama in respect to the former president of the USA. Thirteen rhinos have been born since 2009.</p><h2 style="text-align: center;"><strong>WHY WAS ZIWA RHINO SANCTUARY CLOSED ON 20<sup>TH</sup> APRIL 2021?</strong></h2><p><strong>Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary</strong> was closed to the public by the <strong>Uganda Wildlife Authority</strong> because of the unending conflicts between the owners of the land on which the sanctuary is situated and <strong>Rhino Fund Uganda</strong>, a non-government organization that was managing the rhinos at Ziwa.</p><p>This happened a few days after 28 men purporting to be tourists on <strong><a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/safari-uganda-safaris">Uganda safari tours</a></strong> invaded the sanctuary and damaged office property in what was thought to be an effort to evict the staff of RFU. The suspects revealed that they were hired from Kampala to execute the mission.</p><p>In the press statement issued at the time, <strong>Uganda Wildlife Authority</strong> said they realized that the conflicts could possibly compromise the safety of the Rhinos and they took the decision to avert the threat as a temporary measure till the parties involved settled the matter.</p><p>The statement further noted that UWA has taken over the security of sanctuary, which is within its mandate to protect wildlife resources in Uganda as per the Uganda Wildlife Act, 2019. “We have closed <strong>Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary</strong> to the public and as such, no tourism activities will be undertaken until further notice”, UWA said.</p><h2 style="text-align: center;"><strong>WHAT WAS THE SOURCE OF THE CONFLICTS OVER ZIWA RHINO SANCTUARY? </strong></h2><p>It should be recalled that in 2002, Capt Roy the owner of <strong>Ziwa Rhino and Wildlife Ranches</strong> (ZRWR) offered his land to act as a sanctuary to the rhinos for a period of 30 years. ZRWR then signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) and license agreement with <strong>Rhino Fund Uganda</strong> (RFU). However, in October 2017, Roy terminated his MoU with RFU and ordered the organization to vacate his land and relocated the rhinos to another place.</p><p>This was as a result of the alleged failure to honor the agreement in a concession entered between the two parties on how to share the proceeds from the <strong>Rhino Sanctuary</strong> and the D and D International Lodges and Restaurant at the sanctuary.</p><p>In 2020, after a series of meetings with President Yoweri Museveni and the <strong><a href="https://www.tourism.go.ug/">Ministry of Tourism</a>,</strong> the two parties signed a fresh 5-year memorandum of understanding for the continuation of the flagship project. However, in March 2021, Roy laid down fresh demands. On April 15, 2021, he stormed out of a meeting called by the <strong>Ministry of Tourism</strong> and UWA, saying he is no longer interested in talks but wants his land back.</p><p>Augustine Mudukoyi, the general manager of <strong>Rhino Fund Uganda</strong> said that they tried to settle the misunderstanding by agreeing to all the demands by Captain Roy - offering to give him 20 percent collections and appoint three of his members on its board. Mudukoyi instead accuses Roy of making fresh unrealistic demands, which include 100 percent collection and relocation of the executive director, Angie Genade from the sanctuary to their Kampala headquarters.</p><h2 style="text-align: center;"><strong>HOW WERE THE CONFLICTS OVER ZIWA RHINO SANCTUARY SOLVED?</strong></h2><p>After RFU finally left <strong>Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary</strong>, a team of <strong>Uganda Wildlife Authority</strong> officials led by the Executive Director Sam Mwanda on 10th June 2021, reached an understanding with the Managing Director of <strong>Ziwa Rhino and Wildlife Ranch</strong> (ZRWR) Capt Roy.</p><p>After lengthy talks and final word reached, the two parties agreed to jointly work together in managing the Rhino breeding program as this will be done by ZRWR while Government through the UWA will take the lead in monitoring the Rhinos and provide for their safety.</p><p>In his statement to the media, the executive director commended the good work that the Rhino Fund Uganda has done at the Sanctuary and revealed that UWA was open to talks and expert advice from the <strong>Rhino Fund Uganda</strong>.</p><p>“<strong>Uganda Wildlife Authority</strong> is open to talks with the RFU because they did a commendable job and have expert advice in animal management. The limit is on a possible return to Ziwa because the dispute was not with UWA but the owners of the land in Nakasongola,” Mwandha clarified. UWA has already deployed more than 20 of the former workers at the sanctuary.</p><h2 style="text-align: center;"><strong>WHAT ACTIVITIES CAN YOU DO IN ZIWA RHINO SANCTUARY ON YOUR UGANDA SAFARI? </strong></h2><p><strong>Ziwa sanctuary</strong> offers several exciting activities to visitors on wildlife tours in Uganda and these include.</p><ol><li><h3><strong>On foot Rhino Tracking in Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary</strong></h3></li></ol><p>Ziwa Sanctuary offers an opportunity to track the Southern white rhinos on foot which is one of the top activities to do on your <strong><a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/tour-uganda-tours">Uganda safari tours</a>.</strong> This activity is led by an expert local ranger guide who takes you through the bush to where the rhinos are on the day of your visit.</p><p>During <strong>Ziwa rhino tracking,</strong> you also have a chance to encounter a range of other wildlife species including Uganda kobs, oribis, bushbucks, waterbucks among others, and several other bird species.</p><p>Your guide is there to keep you safe from harm so listening to the safety briefing he gives you is very important. Recommended times for this adventure are 8.00 am to 10.00 am or 4.00 pm to 6.00 pm but are available all day. Tracking takes 1½ to 2½ hours depending on the location of the rhinos. You need closed shoes, long pants, water, and insect repellent during trekking.</p><ol start="2"><li><h3><strong>Shoebill Trek And Canoe Ride</strong> <strong>in Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary</strong></h3></li></ol><p>Another amazing activity to enjoy in Ziwa Sanctuary during your <strong><a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/">Uganda trip</a></strong> here is the shoebill trek and canoe ride. The shoebill stork is one of the most sought-after birds to be seen in Uganda. This is one of the only places that you can see the shoebill stork. The best sighting has been 11 in one trip. Within swamps, these prehistoric-looking birds are nesting.</p><p>Early morning 6.00 am shoebill trek and canoe ride through the swamp not only allows you to find the shoebill but also to see the beautiful Ugandan sunrise over Lugogo Swamp. Waterbirds are plentiful and this activity is a must for anyone who loves nature or is interested in birding.</p><p>As this activity is so early in the morning, you must stay the night as you are unable to enter the sanctuary before 7.30 am. It takes approximately 4 hours.</p><ol start="3"><li><h3><strong>Bird watching</strong> <strong>in Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary</strong></h3></li></ol><p><strong>Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary</strong> is home to over 300 bird species. Four <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/birding-tours-uganda-birding-safaris">bird watching safari</a> trails have been developed by the resident bird guides at the sanctuary. Woodlands, Swamp, and Savannah are some of the habitats for birds at <strong>Ziwa rhino sanctuary</strong>. The birds at the sanctuary include; Grey-crowned crane, Grey Kestrel, Heuglin’s Francolin, Red-headed Bluebill, Red-headed Malimbe, Marico Sunbird, Namaqua Dove, Northern Carmine Bee-eater, Nubian Woodpecker, Pallid Harrier, Shoebill, etc.</p><p>You will probably get to see some of the other game on the sanctuary while doing your bird walk. The best time for this activity is 7.00 am to 9.00 am and 4.00 pm to 6.00 pm. It takes about 2 hours.</p><ol start="4"><li><h3><strong>Guided Day Nature Walk</strong> <strong>in Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary</strong></h3></li></ol><p><strong>Ziwa sanctuary</strong> has guided nature walks through the grand savanna, allowing you to enjoy the diversity of nature compressed on the Sanctuary’s 70 square kilometers acreage. You will walk with a ranger guide and receive instructions on how to behave and various information on the botany, animals, and birds learning about the general ecosystem of the sanctuary. Some of the animal sightings on this nature walk include Waterbucks, Bushbucks, Kobs, Leopard, duikers, etc. The activity is can be done between 7.30 am and 4.30 pm. It takes approximately 2 hours</p><ol start="5"><li><h3><strong> Guided Night Walk</strong> <strong>in Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary</strong></h3></li></ol><p>The guided night walk introduces to your night sounds and sensations you did not know existed! This is an experience you cannot exclude from your activities in the sanctuary.</p><p>There are many nocturnal animals and who knows what you might bump into. The recommended times for this activity are 8.30 pm to 11.00 pm and it takes about 2½ hours. You need to be in closed shoes, long pants, insect repellent, and a flashlight.</p><h3 style="text-align: center;"><strong>WHAT TO PACK FOR YOUR ZIWA RHINO SANCTUARY SAFARI?</strong></h3><ul><li>Comfortable hiking shoes to keep your feet dry during rhino tracking, nature walk, and birding</li><li>Sunglasses and a hat protect you from strong sun during a nature walk or rhino tracking especially in the dry season when there is less rainfall.</li><li>Insect repellent to protect you from insects bites especially from safari ants, tsetse flies, mosquitos among others</li><li>Carry a waterproof rain jacket, this will protect you from the rain in case it rains</li><li>A flashlight will be used for the night walk at the sanctuary</li><li>A pair of binoculars for birding to identify the type of bird when flying up in the air.</li><li>A Camera very important because it will be used to record and also take photos on your safari though it's advised to take photos with flashless cameras so as not to disrupt or frighten the rhinos.</li></ul><h3 style="text-align: center;"><strong>CONCLUSION </strong></h3><p>Regardless of all the recent conflicts, Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary is now open to the visitor on <strong><a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/">Uganda safari</a> </strong>holidays<strong>.</strong> You can now visit the sanctuary and track the endangered wild white rhinos on foot which is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.</p><p>You can also combine your <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/safari-uganda-safaris">safari to Uganda</a>’s Ziwa Sanctuary with a <strong><a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/gorilla-trekking-uganda-gorilla-tours-safaris">Uganda gorilla trekking safari</a></strong> or Uganda gorilla tour to <a href="https://bwindiforestnationalparkuganda.com/">Bwindi Impenetrable National Park</a>, and <strong><a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/chimpanzee-trekking-in-uganda-safaris-kibale">Uganda chimpanzee trekking safari</a> </strong>to Kibale National Park. <strong>Get in touch with our safari experts to tailor-make your <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/">Uganda trip</a>.</strong> </p></div>Prime Safaris & Tours Ltdhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03863007215155085181noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8678172463324892133.post-29112017004521161292021-04-12T01:50:00.001-07:002021-04-12T01:50:54.230-07:00Uganda National Parks | Game Parks in Uganda | National Parks in Uganda, Tourist Sites - Attractions<p> </p><!-- wp:heading {"level":1} -->
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<p><a href="https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attractions-g293840-Activities-c57-t67-Uganda.html">Uganda</a> is a member of <a href="https://www.independent.co.uk/topic/EastAfrica">East African</a> Federation and is one of the countries on the African continent that are gifted by nature which prompted the British premier to declare it the pearl of Africa in 1908. Uganda has contains ten (10) <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/uganda-national-parks.html"> Uganda national parks</a> that are well set to be encountered on <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com">Uganda safari.</a></p>
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<p>The <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/uganda-safaris.html">amazing Uganda Safari experience</a> starts with <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/national-parks/lake-mburo-national-park.html">Lake Mburo National Park</a> – the smallest savannah park in Uganda located along Masaka- Mbarara road in the south-west of the country well known for its populations of Impala, Zebra and Eland more than any other park. Proceed to gorilla safari destination of <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/national-parks/bwindi-impenetrable-national-park.html/">Bwindi Impenetrable National Park</a> the home of the endangered <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/gorilla-safaris/gorilla-safaris-uganda.html/">Mountain gorillas</a> well known for gorilla trekking. The same Gorillas can be found in the less pressured <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/national-parks/mgahinga-national-park.html">Mgahinga Gorilla Park Uganda</a> and here <a href="http://www.wildgorillasafaris.com">Uganda Gorilla safaris</a> are equally famous though <a href="http://mgahinganationalparkuganda.com/">Mgahinga Gorilla Park</a> has one Gorilla Family i Nyakagezi</p>
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<p>From <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bwindi_Impenetrable_National_Park">Bwindi Impenetrable</a>, a <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com">Uganda safari </a>undertaker can then proceed to the north to encounter <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/national-parks/queen-elizabeth-national-park.html">Queen Elizabeth National Park</a> – the world biosphere reserve to view the <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/national-parks/queen-elizabeth-national-park.html/">tree-climbing lions of Ishasha sector of Queen Elizabeth Park</a>, the famous boat ride of <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/national-parks/queen-elizabeth-national-park.html/">Kazinga Channel</a> and the game drive along the Kasenyi track. Proceed to the north to encounter the 1,509m <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/national-parks/mt-rwenzori-national-park.html/">Mt Ruwenzori National Park </a>famously Known as Mountains of the moon suitable for <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/uganda-safaris/adventure-vacation-safaris-in-uganda-rwanda-africa.html">Uganda adventure</a> <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/uganda-safaris/hiking-tours-uganda-hiking-safari-uganda.html">mountain climbing-hiking safaris in Uganda</a>.</p>
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<p>Uganda has the famous Kibale Forest - the primate capital of the world – <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/chimpanzees-trekking/kibale-forest-national-park.html">Kibale National Park</a> well known for the most successful <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/short-uganda-safaris/3-days-chimpanzee-habituation-safari-in-uganda-to-kibale-national-park.html">Chimpanzee habituation</a> and has the biggest populations of <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/safari-news/chimpanzee-habituation-a-detailed-encounter-with-chimpanzees-uganda-safari-news.html">habituated chimpanzees</a> up to 80 communities out of 1500 of 4950 total chimps in Uganda thus a haven for <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/uganda-safaris/chimpanzee-trekking-safaris-in-uganda.html/">chimpanzee trekking in Uganda.</a></p>
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<p><a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/safari-news/semuliki-national-park.html">Semuliki National Park</a> is yet another of Uganda`s safari parks well known for its prehistoric tree species and the Sempaya hot springs as well as primate tracking and amazing <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/birding-safaris-tours-in-uganda.html">Uganda birding safari</a>. It is the 2nd lowest park in altitude after Delta point of Murchison Falls Park and the lowest point in Uganda estimated to be at 670m above sea level along the floor of River Semuliki.</p>
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<p>The journey of a <a href="http://www.primeugandasafaris.com">safari in Uganda</a> still continues to discover <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/national-parks/murchison-falls-national-park.html">Murchison falls National Park</a> – the largest protected area in Uganda for the powerful <a href="http://murchisonfallsnationalparkuganda.com/">Murchison falls</a>, the big five, Giraffe and Nile River itself. It is in this park that you find the lowest point in Uganda at the Nile Delta point estimated to be at 615m above sea level.</p>
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<p>As you proceed far northeast Uganda has <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/national-parks/kidepo-national-park.html">Kidepo National Park</a> – one most remaining wilderness parks in Africa-voted the 3rd Best national Park Africa by CNN Travel Magazine 2018 and here one can encounter endemics like Cheetah, Kavirondo bush baby, Ostrich among others plus the rewarding landscapes of the Karamoja region and the rich culture of the <a href="http://kideponationalparkuganda.com/">Karimajong people</a> that will optimize your Uganda safari memories. Drive towards the south via Mount Elgon – the dormant Volcanic Mountain suitable for Hiking, viewing Sipi falls, the caves and paintings on the mountainside before announcing the end of your <a href="http://www.primeugandasafaris.com/">Uganda safari tour</a>.</p>
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<h3><strong><a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/national-parks/bwindi-impenetrable-national-park.html/">Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Uganda Gorilla tracking Safari</a></strong></h3>
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<p>Bwindi Impenetrable National Park Uganda a home to the rare endangered mountain gorillas in Uganda, is strategically located at the edge of the western rift valley (Albertine rift valley), in South Western Uganda. Bwindi Impenetrable National Park Uganda is shared amoungest Rukungiri, Kisoro and Kabale Districts of Uganda.. <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/national-parks/bwindi-impenetrable-national-park.html/"><strong><em>Read More about Bwindi Impenetrable National Park</em></strong></a></p>
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<h3><a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/national-parks/mgahinga-national-park.html/"><strong>Mgahinga National Park, Uganda Gorilla trekking, Mgahinga Gorilla National Park</strong></a></h3>
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<p><a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/national-parks/mgahinga-national-park.html/"><strong>Mgahinga Gorilla National Park in Uganda</strong></a> only 33 sq km of size, is located in the far southwestern corner of Uganda bordering Rwanda and Congo,14 km from kisoro town in Bufumbira County about 540 km from Kampala-the capital. Mgahinga National Park was gazetted in 1991. <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/national-parks/mgahinga-national-park.html/"><strong><em>Read More about Mgahinga National Park</em></strong></a></p>
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<h3><strong><a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/chimpanzees-trekking/kibale-forest-national-park.html">Kibale Forest National Park Uganda, Chimpanzee trekking in Kibale National Uganda</a></strong></h3>
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<p><a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/chimpanzees-trekking/kibale-forest-national-park.html">Kibale National Park Uganda</a>-the major Chimpanzee trekking safari tours in Kibale forest national park destination in Uganda, is located in Kabarole district of western Uganda near Fort Portal and measures 776 sq km in size.It is elevate between 1110 meters to 1590 meters and has a national park since 1993. <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/chimpanzees-trekking/kibale-forest-national-park.html"><strong><em>Read More about Kibale Forest National Park</em></strong></a></p>
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<h3><strong><a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/blog/semuliki-national-park.html">Semuliki National Park, Uganda Wildlife Safaris in Semuliki National Park Uganda</a></strong></h3>
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<p><a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/safari-news/semuliki-national-park.html">Semuliki National Park Uganda</a> is impeccable a Uganda safari spot located in the extreme west of Uganda in Bundibugyo district along geo-graphical coordinates 0o 44′- 00 53′ N – 290 57-30o 11’E. It is an eastern extension of the vast Ituri forest, and forms part of the forest continuum during the climatic upheavals of the Pleistocene period. It forms one of the richest areas for both flora and fauna in Africa particularly birds.. <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/safari-news/semuliki-national-park.html"><strong><em>Read More about Semuliki National Park</em></strong></a></p>
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<h3><strong><a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/national-parks/mt-rwenzori-national-park.html/">Mt. Rwenzori National Park Mountain climbing safaris & tours in Uganda</a></strong></h3>
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<p>A <strong>Uganda Safari</strong> that features the <strong><a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/uganda-safaris/hiking-tours-uganda-hiking-safari-uganda.html">Rwenzori mountain climbing</a></strong> adventure provides a memorable and rewarding experience but in order to have a smooth flow it should be Well planned and every tour must be well prepared. The central hike circuit can take about six nights/seven days and then reaches an altitude of 14,000ft(4,267m) above the sea level. <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/national-parks/mt-rwenzori-national-park.html/"><strong><em>Read More about Semuliki National Park</em></strong></a></p>
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<h3><strong><a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/national-parks/mount-elgon-national-park.html/">Mount Elgon National Park Uganda Mountain Climbing adventure Safari tours</a></strong></h3>
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<p><a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/national-parks/mount-elgon-national-park.html">Mount Elgon National Park Uganda</a> is home Mount Elgon a 4,321m high extinct volcano with Wagagai as it`s highest peak,that first erupted more than 24 million years ago and in prehistoric times stood taller than Kilimanjaro does today. Having a 50km by 80km area, Elgon is a great Uganda prime tour-safari destination, possesing the largest surface area of any extinct Volcano in the world but 4th highest mount in E. Africa. <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/national-parks/mount-elgon-national-park.html"><strong><em>Read More about Mount Elgon National Park</em></strong></a></p>
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<h3><strong><a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/national-parks/kidepo-national-park.html/">Kidepo National Park, Uganda Wildlife safari tour in Kidepo Valley National Park</a></strong></h3>
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<p><a href="http://kideponationalparkuganda.com/">Kidepo Valley National Park Uganda</a> - <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/national-parks/kidepo-national-park.html/">Kidepo National Park</a>; The 1,442 square kilometres Kidepo Valley National <strong>Park</strong> lies in the rugged semi-arid karamoja province valleys. It is one of Uganda’s prime most remote but spectacular <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/uganda-safaris/uganda-national-game-parks-uganda-safari-destinations.html">Uganda national parks</a> that harbors scenery unsurpassed in any other park in East Africa. Many tourists that visit this park comment on the scenery and often promise and do come back to re-visit <strong>Kidepo</strong>, for according to them this tour cant not be any better any where.a. <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/national-parks/kidepo-national-park.html/"><strong><em>Read More about Kidepo National Park</em></strong></a></p>
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<h3><strong><a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/national-parks/lake-mburo-national-park.html/">Lake Mburo National Park, Uganda wildlife tour safari in Lake Mburo National Park</a></strong></h3>
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<p><a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/national-parks/lake-mburo-national-park.html">Lake Mburo National Park</a>; With a size of 260 sq km,<a href="http://lakemburonationalparkuganda.com/">Lake Mburo National Park</a> in Uganda is situated near Mbarara district and forms Uganda wildlife tours and Safaris destination best for tourists to amazing wild game walks amidst chanting and grazing wild animal and this can be done here in the whole Uganda. <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/national-parks/lake-mburo-national-park.html"><strong><em>Read More about Lake Mburo National Park</em></strong></a></p>
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<p>Wildlife safari tours in <a href="https://queenelizabethnationalparkuganda.com/">Queen Elizabeth National Park</a>, Uganda wildlife safari game drives,boat cruises, nature walks,chimpanzee trekking when to visit, how to get there & where to sleep in Queen Elizabeth National Park Uganda. Queen Elizabeth National Park Uganda (QENP) is located in the southwest of Uganda near Kasese, covering 1978 sq km. <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/national-parks/queen-elizabeth-national-park.html/"><strong><em>Read More about Queen Elizabeth National Park</em></strong></a></p>
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<p>Here is a guide to <a href="http://murchisonfallsnationalparkuganda.com/">Murchison Falls National Park Uganda</a>- Wildlife safari tours in Murchison Falls National Park, Uganda wildlife safari game drives,boat cruises, nature walks,chimpanzee trekking when to visit, how to get there & where to sleep in Murchison Falls National. <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/national-parks/murchison-falls-national-park.html/"><strong><em>Read More about Murchison Falls National Park</em></strong></a></p>
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<p><strong>Curio shops/craft shops in Uganda</strong> are available near most attractions and in different towns and cities where travelers can buy locally made handicrafts including;</p>
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<ul><li>Gorilla souvenirs such as a curved gorilla walking stick, Gorilla Bracelets, and earrings, Gorilla T-Shirts</li><li>African Fabrics such as Kitenge Cloth, a fabric famously know as ‘the communicating textile’ because of several colors, patterns, writings, and symbols which represent moods, feelings, cultures, and traditions of African people</li><li>Ugandan tribal Jewelry such as beaded necklaces and bungles</li><li>Sandals; baskets; handbags made from patterns of African wax print, hand-woven sisal and straw bags, and others.</li></ul>
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<p>There no set minimum or a maximum <strong>cost of souvenirs in Uganda</strong> that one is required to adhere to when purchasing a souvenir.</p>
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<p>All these items in Uganda take cash only, and, it is strongly suggested that you use local currency. In Kampala, souvenirs can be bought at:-</p>
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<ul><li>Ndere cultural center-located along Ntinda – Kisaasi road, in the suburbs of Kampala;</li><li>Uganda National Museum</li><li>Exposure Africa-located on Buganda road right in the heart of Kampala and other places.</li></ul>
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<p><strong>Note:</strong> Do not buy things with wildlife bones, fur, hippo teeth, or ivory also so-called Elephant Bracelets, or items made from Giraffe tails.</p>
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<p>Mountain gorillas hardly ever live alone. Living in a family is safer. The family is led by a strong dominant male known as ‘silverback’ for the silvery back patches which signal full adulthood.</p>
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<p>The silverback is usually the biggest gorilla in the group. He leads the family through the forest. He protects it from danger. He will bark and hoot as he structures the activities of the day, which often includes eating, nesting in leaves, and moving within a home range of roughly 16 square miles. He his center of attention during rest sessions, and young gorillas usually stay close to him and include him in their game.</p>
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<p>A gorilla group usually has a few male gorillas called blackbacks, too. Blackbacks are young than silverbacks. A blackback’s fur has not yet turned silvery. Several female gorillas, youngsters, and little babies make up the rest of the family.</p>
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<p>One of the most interesting <a href="https://www.wildgorillasafaris.com/facts-about-gorilla-facts/"><strong>mountain gorilla facts</strong></a> is that one silverback has a right to own all adult females in the family and hence cannot allow any male gorilla to come close to females. Any attempt by a different silverback to come closer to females will automatically erupt into a fight. A dominant silverback mates will all adult females hence he is the father of all baby gorillas in the family. Just like in a human home, there can't be two fathers in one home.</p>
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<p>When male gorillas in the family reach the age of 11 years, they leave their family although it's always hard to join any established group. They are looked at as enemies to the group. Adult males first spend most of their time in isolation not until they attract females and form their group. Females normally leave at the age of 8 years to join the new group formed before breeding.</p>
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<p>Interactions between gorilla groups are endlessly fascinating. Interactions require considerable multitasking for males, as they have to protect their group, try to attract females from other groups, and try to prevent their females from leaving. Not surprisingly, interactions can be very intense, with a lot of male posturing and displaying. However, they can also be peaceful, with groups intermingling for hours.</p>
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<p><strong><a href="https://www.wildgorillasafaris.com/">Gorilla trekking in Uganda</a>, <a href="https://www.wildgorillasafaris.com/gorilla-trekking-rwanda-gorilla-tours-safaris/">Rwanda</a>, <a href="https://wildgorillasafaris.com/gorilla-trekking/congo-gorilla-safari-tours/">Congo</a> takes 1 to 8 hours. For those wondering How Long Does Gorilla Trekking take/last in Uganda, Rwanda, Congo-Africa?, the information below deeply explains to you how long is a trek to see gorillas and why. Please read more and find out how long does <a href="https://www.wildgorillasafaris.com/facts-about-gorilla-facts/what-is-a-gorilla/">gorilla trekking</a> last before and after seeing the <a href="https://www.wildgorillasafaris.com/facts-about-gorilla-facts/what-is-a-gorilla/">Gorillas</a>.</strong></p>
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<p><strong>As already mentioned, a gorilla trek usually lasts from 1 to 8 hours</strong> <strong>(including the journey to the gorillas, the 1 hour spent with them and the return journey back to the briefing point)</strong> in Uganda, Rwanda, Congo Africa depend on how far the group has moved since it was last observed nesting up the previous evening. However, whether it is a short or a long trek, <strong>travelers are 99% guaranteed a chance to definitely find and be triggered to an endless marvel to these peaceful, magnificent, gigantic, great gorillas the biggest of all man`s cousins in the wild yet 98.6 DNA similar to humans.</strong></p>
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<p><a href="https://www.wildgorillasafaris.com/">Gorilla trekking</a> can be done in <a href="https://bwindiforestnationalparkuganda.com/">Bwindi Impenetrable National Park</a> & <a href="https://mgahinganationalparkuganda.com/">Mgahinga Gorilla National Parks</a> of Uganda, <a href="https://volcanoesnationalpark.net/">Volcanoes National Park</a> in Rwanda and <a href="https://virunganationalparkcongodrc.com/">Virunga National Park</a> Or <a href="http://kahuzibieganationalparkcongo.com/">Kahuzi Biega National Park</a> in Congo.</p>
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<p>When you finally find or see the mountain gorillas (encounter your wild cousins), <strong>you will be given 1hour to interact them face to face</strong>, study, and relate to their behaviors, take photographs, and record videos for your maiden star <a href="https://www.wildgorillasafaris.com/gorilla-trekking-in-africa-gorilla-safari-tours/">African gorilla trek</a>.</p>
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<ul><li><strong>To avoid stressing them as conservation regulations demand</strong></li><li><strong>To avoid any chances of human disease transmission from humans to the Gorillas or from the Gorillas to humans that may result from a longer stay with each other, given their vulnerability to human diseases that they can easily contract since they share 98.6 DNA.</strong></li><li><strong>To avoid Gorillas over getting used to humans which may result into driving gorillas to always look for humans out side the forest resulting from over staying with and getting used to them.</strong></li></ul>
<!-- /wp:list -->Prime Safaris & Tours Ltdhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03863007215155085181noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8678172463324892133.post-22741675922067162712021-04-05T23:54:00.001-07:002021-04-05T23:54:59.332-07:00WHY SHOULD I VISIT GORILLAS IN UGANDA? BENEFITS OF GORILLA TREKKING IN UGANDA, RWANDA, CONGO AFRICA<p><strong>Uganda is possibly the most iconic place for gorilla trekking in world</strong>, any visitor on <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/">Uganda safari</a> shouldn't miss out <a href="https://www.wildgorillasafaris.com/">trekking gorillas in Uganda</a> because of it's thrilling primate watching experience. Uganda, Rwanda, and the Democratic Republic of Congo are the only 3 countries in the whole world where you can meet the endangered Mountain gorillas. So, if your wondering <strong>why you should go for gorilla trekking in Uganda? </strong></p><p>One thing is for sure – going for <strong><a href="https://www.wildgorillasafaris.com/gorilla-trekking-uganda/why-is-gorilla-trekking-so-expensive-in-uganda-rwanda-congo-in-africa">gorilla trekking is not cheap</a></strong>, but it will definitely be one of the most memorable moments of your life. It won’t be easy, either. <strong><a href="https://www.wildgorillasafaris.com/gorilla-trekking-uganda/what-is-gorilla-trekking">You must be reasonably fit to trek</a></strong> even for hours through muddy steep terrain, and lush dense forests.</p><p>However, once you spot these mysterious apes, you will understand why the legendary American primatologist Dian Fossey spent 18 years of her life in the rugged forests of East Africa saving and protecting them from heartless and cruel poachers who were prepared to wipe them out for profit.</p><p>Sadly, Fossey paid for her love for the African gorillas with her life when she was murdered in December 1985. Below are some of the <strong>reasons you need to see gorillas in Uganda.</strong></p><p><img alt="Why should i visit gorillas in Uganda" class="aligncenter wp-image-7897 size-large" height="482" src="https://www.wildgorillasafaris.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/africa-gorillas-894x482.jpg" width="894" /></p><h2><strong>Why should i visit gorillas in Uganda?- Mountain gorillas in Uganda are among the Earth’s rarest and most majestic creatures</strong></h2><p>Spotting the very rare mountain gorillas in the dense lush forests of Uganda is a magical moment, that will make you one of the luckiest people in the world.</p><p>Mountain gorillas are the largest of the great apes, weighing up to 220 kg. They are also among the most endangered primates in the world with fewer than 1100 in existence. These rare apes can’t survive in captivity, so trekking into their native forests is your only chance to catch a peek.</p><p>Mountain Gorillas got their name for a reason. The live high in the steep misty mountain forests, at elevations of up to 13000 feet (3962 meters). At this height, the temperatures can drop below freezing so these gorillas have thicker, longer fur than other gorillas.</p><h2><strong>Why should i visit gorillas in Uganda?- Uganda has more than half of the world’s mountain gorilla population</strong></h2><p>Uganda is blessed to be a home of the highest population of the world’s remaining, mountain gorillas. Of the about 1063 mountain gorillas on earth, more than half of them live in Uganda.</p><p>The country also has two gorilla trekking destinations: <a href="https://bwindiforestnationalparkuganda.com/"><strong>Bwindi Impenetrable National Park </strong></a>and<a href="https://mgahinganationalparkuganda.com/"><strong> Mgahinga Gorilla National Park</strong></a>. Bwindi alone is home to over 459 mountain gorillas; almost half of all mountain gorillas in the world.</p><p>Uganda also has more habituated gorilla families than any other country in the world. In Bwindi there are over 19 habituated gorilla families and Mgahinga National Park has 1 family of habituated gorillas.</p><p>This means that you’re 99% guaranteed to see gorillas during your Uganda gorilla safari.</p><h2><strong>Why should i visit gorillas in Uganda?- Gorilla trekking in Uganda is an unforgettable safari experience</strong></h2><p>Trekking gorillas in Uganda is such a thrilling primate watching experience that any visitor on a <strong><a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/gorilla-trekking-uganda-gorilla-tours-safaris">Uganda safari</a> </strong>shouldn’t miss out. It is a memorable, life-changing safari experience−a unique adventure in the heart of dense spectacular montane forests.</p><p>Gorillas are fairly calm by nature and there is nothing quite as exciting as seeing these intelligent great apes on their home ground play, groom each other and engage in other almost human-like behaviors while admiring their immense size and strength.</p><p>There is indeed nothing compares with a gorilla encounter. A gigantic silverback stops whatever he is doing—playing with a youngster, munching a succulent bamboo shoot—to thoughtfully look into a visitor’s eyes as if trying to understand him, and the visitor returns the gaze, with feelings described variously as awe, mutual curiosity and an almost mystical sense of connection between two beings that have travelled long related and finally took divergent evolutionary paths.</p><p>Climate is unpredictable and variable—almost any visit will include both hot and cool weather, rain and sun. Hiking boots are essential, as are hat, gloves to protect against stinging nettles, long sleeves and pants, and light waterproof jacket.</p><h2><strong>Why should i visit gorillas in Uganda? -Visiting Uganda for gorilla trekking offers a rare opportunity to see your cousin primates</strong></h2><p><strong>Are gorillas our cousins?</strong> Gorillas, after chimpanzees and bonobos, are humans' closest relatives, sharing more than 98% of our DNA. Aside from the DNA, it is hard not to find gorillas eerily similar to humans by just staring face to face with them.</p><p>There are also several of aspects of gorillas’ lives that are like humans’. They live in family groups and gorilla mothers take very good care of their babies.</p><p>Though there may be several adult females, many juveniles, and babies, the head of each gorilla family is a dominant adult male known as “Silverback” for the silvery back patches which signal full adulthood.</p><p>Gorillas are also extremely intelligent primates and communicate with each other through vocalizations like grunts and barks. They are capable of feeling emotions like we – did you know they can laugh? Gorillas also use tools to find food and build their nests.</p><h2><strong>Why should i visit gorillas in Uganda?- Gorilla trekking in Uganda is a great chance to taste you physical fitness</strong></h2><p>Uganda’s gorilla trekking destinations have the most challenging terrains. By just looking at the location of Uganda gorilla parks in the southwestern region of the country, it green terraced hills, and rolling volcanic slopes, it’s clear this part of Uganda is not for the faint-hearted.</p><p>Adding to the high altitude and challenging terrain, gorilla trekking in Uganda appears to be a lifetime adventure.</p><p>It is hard work to reach the gorillas, but doable. The trek to see our giant cousins usually involves navigating uphill and downhill through dense forest with thick tangles of vines, roots, and muddy areas. The appropriately named Bwindi Impenetrable Forest and Mgahinga National Parks are only accessible by foot.</p><p>Within these parks, there are no paths, no signs, no directions and more often than not, no clearings; which is why the park rangers guides carry machetes. The good news is that the reward seems that much better after all of the hard work.</p><h2><strong>Why should i visit gorillas in Uganda?- Uganda offers affordable gorilla permits compared to Rwanda</strong></h2><p>On top of offering the most adventurous gorilla trekking experience, <strong>Uganda has the most affordable gorilla trekking permit compared to Rwanda</strong>.</p><p>In Uganda, gorilla trekking permit cost US$700 to spend one hour gorillas after encountering them. In contrast, permits in Rwanda cost US$1500, for a one hour encounter with the gorillas. This makes Uganda a perfect gorilla trekking destination more especially for budget travellers.</p><p>Also, with 160 gorilla trekking permits available each day, Uganda has more gorilla permits than Rwanda with 80 gorilla permits available every day. This makes it very easy to get a gorilla permit in Uganda and take part in this life changing experience.</p><h2><strong>Why should i visit gorillas in Uganda?- Visiting gorillas in Uganda is a way of supporting conservation effort of the endangered mountain gorillas</strong></h2><p>The price to see the gorillas for just one hour seems to be expensive. But, it’s important to understand that mountain gorillas are endangered great primates that can’t survive in captivity.</p><p>Approximately, about 75% of the revenue from Uganda gorilla tourism goes into conservation initiatives to protect the endangered apes, so that they can still be living in the wild for future generations.</p><p>If you purchase a permit for gorilla trekking, you not only buying a once in life time encounter with charismatic apes, you’re providing the economic incentive for the gorillas’ protection. Without gorilla tourism, mountain gorillas might have gone extinct.</p><h2><strong>Why should i visit gorillas in Uganda?- By trekking gorillas in Uganda, you will be helping the local communities</strong></h2><p>A gorilla trek tour in Uganda is not only an unforgettable wildlife encounter but a donation to rural communities. Gorilla tourism is a source of jobs to local people in the several communities around the parks.</p><p>Traditionally, these people more especially Batwa pygmies have used the forests of Bwindi and Mgahinga as their home and source of livelihood before they were gazetted national parks in 1991.</p><p>Visitors who come to see gorillas in Uganda are always encouraged to seek out ways to give back to the communities they visit. You can hire a porter, who is always a local resident and occasionally a reformed poacher.</p><p>As already noted, the terrain with the park is usually not easy to ease to navigate. Porters can carry you backpack and guide you through river crossings and up steep, muddy inclines.</p><p>You can also participate in community-led cultural initiatives. Around Mgahinga, elders of the Batwa tribe lead visitors on a forest tour along the <strong>Batwa Trail,</strong> explaining how their self-sufficient, forest-dwelling hunter gatherer tribe traditionally used medicinal plants.</p><p>If there are no benefits that people from these communities get from the gorilla parks, they can destroy the habitats and even kill the gorillas.</p><p>Also, about 20% of money you money from gorilla tourism is given to the local community through;</p><ul><li>Establishing infrastructure like roads, hospitals, and schools</li><li>Provide them with access to clean drinking water and</li><li>Empower them economically so that they realize the benefits of gorilla conservation.</li><li> </li></ul><h2><strong>Why should i visit gorillas in Uganda?- Uganda is the only place to go gorilla habituation experience</strong></h2><p>Uganda not only offers gorilla trekking, but also offers you a very rare opportunity to take part and witness how wild gorillas are habituated to presence of humans before they are being introduced to trekkers.</p><p>Unlike on a standard gorilla visit, where your time with the apes is limited to one hour, you have 4 hours with the gorillas, a great chance to fully absorb this incredible wildlife experience.</p><p>Also, up to 8 visitors are permitted to visit each gorilla group in a normal gorilla watching visit, but on a habituation experience, only four visitors are permitted. This provides a more intimate experience.</p><p>Gorilla habituation permits cost US$1500 per person. The experience is undoubtedly very expensive, but when you consider that Rwanda charges the same just for a standard 1 hour gorilla encounter, it starts to sound more financially worthwhile.</p><h2><strong>Why should i visit gorillas in Uganda?- Uganda has a variety of good affordable accommodation options for visitors on gorilla safaris</strong></h2><p>When it comes to where to stay, visitors on a Uganda gorilla safari to Bwindi or Mgahinga are assured very comfortable <strong>Uganda safari lodges</strong> and camps at affordable prices. These range from budget, midrange to luxury safari lodges.</p><p>Among the popular accommodation facilities in Bwindi include;</p><ul><li>Mahogany springs lodge</li><li>Ichumbi Lodge</li><li>Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge</li><li>Chameleon Hill Lodge</li><li>Buhoma Lodge</li><li>Buhoma Community Rest Camp</li><li>Bwindi Gorilla Valley Lodge and others</li></ul><p>Lodges in Rwanda on the other hand are very expensive and there are limited options.</p><h2><strong>Why should i visit gorillas in Uganda?- Uganda’s Bwindi and Mgahinga National Parks has more wildlife species to see</strong></h2><p>The UNESCO World Heritage listed Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is rated by IUCN as the richest and most diverse fauna community in East Africa with over;</p><ul><li>120 species of mammals including 10 species of primates</li><li>360 bird species</li><li>220 species of butterflies and</li><li>Over 1,000 flowering plant species, including 163 species of trees, and 104 species of ferns.</li></ul><p>Therefore, as trek the mountain gorillas, you will definitely see several other unique creature including baboons, L’Hoest’s monkeys, gray-cheeked mangabeys, and blue monkeys will inevitably cross your path.</p><p>Also Mgahinga Gorilla National Park hosts over 184 bird species and more than 76 mammal species including the very golden monkeys and duikers.</p><h2><strong>Why should i visit gorillas in Uganda?- The Scenery of the gorilla parks in Uganda is spectacular</strong></h2><p>CNN Travel in 2019 named Bwindi Impenetrable National Park one of the 23 most beautiful places on earth. Mgahinga Gorilla National Park with its three spectacular volcanoes also came to the world's 3rd best must photograph travel destinations after Asian cities of Colombo and Yokohama.</p><p>Bwindi, which locally means a place full of darkness, is truly an impenetrable forest. Some even say that entering Bwindi can feel like time travelling, that one moment you’re in a landscape dominated by man, the next you’re in a scene from the Mesozoic era.</p><p>Bwindi’s rain forest, a labyrinth of ferns and trees, envelops you in green. It is a magnificent verdant swathe across the steep ridges of the Albertine Rift Valley. This ancient rainforest is one of the few forests in Africa to have flourished throughout the last Ice Age.</p><p>It is indeed a spectacular place, full of hidden and overt beauty in every corner− mist-covered with almost mystical Valleys and places of legends and myths. The inner beauty of the park lies in its abundance of life.</p><p>The forest habours almost half of the Mountain Gorillas in the World, other Primates such the beautiful black and white colobus, numerous rare bird species, butterflies, flowering plants, and several species of ferns.</p><h2><strong>Why should i visit gorillas in Uganda?- Uganda has knowledgeable ranger guides</strong></h2><p>Gorilla trekking in Uganda started in 1993 in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Since then, the ranger guides of Uganda at the Bwindi have accumulated lot knowledge about the gorilla facts and are very experienced in conducting gorilla trekking encounter.</p><p>The guides also take good care of you in the forest, helping with your pack and getting you up and down the slopes. Be sure to ask them about the gorillas and other wildlife. They know each gorilla family intimately and can tell you the names and personalities of each individual gorilla.</p><p>The ranger guides in Uganda are also good at speaking English, the most commonly used language by the traveller to Uganda. This allows easy communication during your Uganda gorilla tour.</p><p>Other Uganda’s service provider such as worker at lodges and driver guides also speak fluent English unlike Rwandese.</p><h2><strong>Why should i visit gorillas in Uganda?- It is safe to visit gorillas in Uganda</strong></h2><p>Visitor who wishes to see gorilla in Uganda always wonder, <strong>how safe is Uganda for gorilla trekking</strong>. We gladly assure all travelers coming to visit Uganda gorillas that the country is very safe for gorilla trekking and all other safari activities.</p><p>For past many years, there has been no security incidence in Bwindi and Mgahinga Gorilla Park. The government has a standby military base within the parks working with armed rangers and the tourism police.</p><p>All these armed personnel are well trained, equipped and motivated to keep the park and tourists safe. Uganda gorillas are also well habituated for visitors who can trek and peacefully observe them</p><h2><strong>Why should i visit gorillas in Uganda?- </strong><strong>Uganda has more to visit beyond Mgahinga and Bwindi Impenetrable National Parks</strong></h2><p>Besides the two gorilla parks, Uganda has 8 other national parks and a variety of natural wonders which makes it a great choice for <strong>Africa safari</strong> vacation.</p><p>The country hosts more than 5000 chimpanzees; the man’s closest relatives sharing almost 99% of their DNA with humans.</p><p>Kibale National Park, often referred to as the Primate Capital of East Africa is one of the best place to see chimpanzees in the whole world. Kibale is home to almost 1500 chimpanzees and 12 other primates. You can also track chimpanzees in Budongo forest and Kyambura Gorge.</p><p>Uganda is also home to all the Big Five (Elephants, lions, leopards, buffalos and rhinos). Queen Elizabeth National Park and Murchison Falls National Park are the country’s most spectacular savannah parks.</p><p>Queen Elizabeth National Park is home to the uncommon <strong>tree-climbing lions</strong> and it is one of the top bird watching destinations in Africa with over 612 bird species. The park’s Kazinga channel has the largest concentration of hippos in one place in the whole world.</p><p>Uganda is home to the source of Nile River, the planet’s longest river (about 6,650 kilometers long) and Lake Victoria, the world’s largest tropical fresh water lake (with a surface area of approximately 59,947 square kilometers).</p><p>The source of the Nile in Jinja is one of the greatest adventure destinations in Africa offering world class water rafting on grade five rapids and other adrenaline activities.</p><h2><strong>Why should i visit gorillas in Uganda?- Uganda easily accessible from Rwanda</strong></h2><p>It takes about 3-4 hours to drive from Kigali International Airport (KGL) in Rwanda to <a href="https://bwindiforestnationalparkuganda.com/">Bwindi Impenetrable National Park</a>, the home of mountain gorillas in Uganda.</p><p>Visitors can therefore easily connect from Rwanda to Uganda and enjoy gorilla trekking, which has solved the problem of long distances from Kampala to Bwindi.</p><p>Those who have limited time can do a 1-day gorilla trek in Uganda through Kigali by setting off from Kigali at 3:30am and drove for four hours to reach Bwindi at 7:00am and attend a pre trekking briefing concerning the trekking rules and regulations.</p><p>The nearness of Bwindi to Kigali international airport has saved travelers of whole day driving save travelers from a whole day driving from Entebbe to Bwindi or <a href="https://mgahinganationalparkuganda.com/">Mgahinga gorilla national parks</a> in south western Uganda. </p>Prime Safaris & Tours Ltdhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03863007215155085181noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8678172463324892133.post-51656145639267062582021-04-02T00:35:00.002-07:002021-04-02T00:35:31.481-07:00WHAT IS THE BEST TIME TO GO FOR GORILLA TREKKING IN UGANDA?<p> <strong>If you are wondering What is the best time to go for gorilla trekking in Uganda?/when to go <a href="https://www.wildgorillasafaris.com/gorilla-trekking/uganda-gorilla-safari-tours/">gorilla trekking in Uganda</a>? </strong>This is one of the most frequently asked questions. Uganda has two seasons; the wet season and dry season. Travelers intending to <a href="https://www.wildgorillasafaris.com/"><strong>visit Uganda</strong></a> for gorilla trekking should note that trekking gorilla is a physically demanding wildlife experience that can take the whole day, moving through uphill and downhill through thick tangles of vines, thorns and roots.</p><p>The dry season is the <strong>best times of the year to go gorilla trekking in Uganda</strong>. Uganda’s dry season starts from June to September and December to February. These months offer the <strong>best weather for gorilla <a href="https://bwindiforestnationalparkuganda.com/">trekking in Uganda</a></strong>. During the dry season, the habitat is kept drier and makes it easier for trekkers to hike through thick vegetation and steep terrain to search for mountain gorillas unlike during wet season. Also, your chance of seeing the <a href="http://gorillasafarirwanda.net/"><strong>mountain gorillas</strong></a> is higher, the experience is better, and photography is easier.</p><p>However, the <strong>best time for gorilla treks in Uganda</strong> may vary depending on the traveler's preference and budget. <a href="https://www.wildgorillasafaris.com/gorilla-trekking-uganda/what-is-a-gorilla-trekking-permit"><strong>Gorilla permits</strong></a> are easier to obtain at other times. The <strong>wet or rainy season in Uganda</strong> is also considered as the low season and starts in March, April, May and October, November. The advantage with trekking mountain gorillas during the wet season is that there is plenty of forage for these great apes to depend on and <a href="https://www.wildgorillasafaris.com/gorilla-trekking-uganda/how-long-does-gorilla-trekking-take-in-uganda-rwanda-congo-africa"><strong>visitors can take fewer hour</strong>s</a> since they do not move to further distances to search for food.</p><p>Also during the wet season, budget accommodation is available and there are low prices for upmarket lodges. However, slippery trails and occasional mist make gorilla trekking more challenging during the wetter months of the year.</p>Prime Safaris & Tours Ltdhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03863007215155085181noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8678172463324892133.post-69960840591029472152021-03-24T23:49:00.002-07:002021-03-24T23:49:49.912-07:00WHAT LANGUAGE IS SPOKEN IN UGANDA MOSTLY? | WHAT IS THE OFFICIAL LANGUAGE IN UGANDA?<h1 align="center" style="text-align: center;"><br /></h1><p>Wondering what language is spoken in Uganda mostly? well, <strong>English is Uganda’s official language</strong>, spoken by most educated people, and it is the most useful language for tourists who <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/">visit Uganda</a>. <strong>Luganda of the Baganda ethnic tribe is the most spoken traditional/native language out of more than 30 indigenous languages</strong> spoken in different parts of <a href="https://www.safariugandasafaris.com/"><strong>Uganda</strong></a>.</p><p>Among the indigenous languages, Luganda is the closest to being a lingual franc (a common language between speakers whose native languages are different).</p><p>Most of the people in Uganda belong to the Bantu language group, for example, Luganda, Lusoga, and Lutooro. Several Nilotic and Cushitic languages are spoken in the North and East, some of them only by a few thousands of people.</p><p>An unusual language of the extreme northeast is Karimonj, which has a vocabulary of only 180 words.</p><p><strong style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;">Simple Luganda phrases for travelers to Uganda<img alt="" class=" wp-image-32423 alignright" height="238" src="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/wp-content/uploads/1fdfca5bb5241f9b8a00fae861c84940-582x394.jpg" width="352" /></strong></p><ul><li>Good morning:<em> Wasuze otya nno</em><em>→</em> The reply is<em> Bulungi-wasuze otya nno</em></li><li>Good afternoon or Good evening: <em>Osiibye otya nno</em><em>→</em><em> Bulungi-osiibye otya nno </em>(reply)</li><li>How are you? : Oli otya? (for one person) and Muli mutya? (for many)→The answer is I am OK -<em>Jendi </em>(One person)<em> or </em>We are Ok<em>-</em><em> Jetuli</em></li><li>Hi : <em>Kikati</em> (<em>Ki </em>is pronounced as <em>chi</em>)→The reply is <em>Tewali</em></li><li>Have a nice day: <em>Siiba bulungi </em>(<em>gi </em>is pronounced as <em>Ji</em>)→Kale, nawe siiba Bulingi (reply)</li><li>Good night: <em>Sula bulungi (Ji</em>); the reply is <em>Kale, nawe sula bulungi</em></li><li>Saying goodbye to one person: <em>Welaba</em><em>→</em>The reply is <em>Kale nawe welaba </em></li><li>Saying goodbye to more than one person:<em> Mweraba</em><em>→</em>The reply is<em> kale namwe mweraba</em></li><li>Madam: <em>Nyabo</em></li><li>Sir: <em>Sebo</em></li><li>Thank you: <em>Weebale</em></li><li>Thank very much: <em>Webale nnyo</em></li><li><em>What is your name? Erinya lyo ggwe ani?</em></li><li>I am: <em>Nze</em> (your name)</li><li>See you later: Tunaalabagan→The reply is <em>Kale</em></li><li><em>Have a safe journey: Tuuka bulingi </em>(for one person) and Mutuuke bulungi (many)</li><li>Yes: <em>Yee</em></li><li>No: <em>Nedda</em></li><li>Please speak more slowly: <em>Mwattu yogera mpola mpola</em></li><li>How much is this?: Kigula sente mmeka or Sente mmeka?</li></ul><p> </p>Prime Safaris & Tours Ltdhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03863007215155085181noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8678172463324892133.post-67250695761054499722021-03-15T23:43:00.003-07:002021-03-15T23:43:39.054-07:00WHAT MAKES MOUNTAIN GORILLAS UNIQUE? WHAT IS SPECIAL ABOUT MOUNTAIN GORILLAS?<div class="separator"><p style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img alt="1 Day Rwanda Gorilla Tour" class="alignright wp-image-10106 " height="227" src="https://www.wildgorillasafaris.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/Gorilla-safari-to-Mgahinga-Gorilla-NP-3-days_600x399-271x148.jpg" width="415" /></p></div><p> What makes mountain gorillas unique? When talks turn to great apes, most people possibly think of the mountain gorillas that the legendary primatologist Dian Fossey made famous. The remarkable work that she did in the <a href="https://www.wildgorillasafaris.com/gorilla-trekking-rwanda-gorilla-tours-safaris/">Virunga Mountains</a> in Rwanda, as well as her unsolved murder, captured the West’s imagination.</p><p>This accounts for a good deal of the mountain gorilla’s popularity as a safari attraction – they are possibly the world’s most photographed apes. But the truth is they are a subspecies of the Eastern gorilla; a much larger and varied gorilla.</p><p>While their name mountain gorillas suggest that they simply live on mountains, mountain gorillas actually prefer forested mountains. They are the most threatened race of gorillas that roam the rainforests of western Uganda’s Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and the Virunga Mountains that span the borders of southern Uganda, Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo. They cannot be found anywhere on earth.</p><p>Mountain gorillas reside in the mountainous altitude of 2500 to 4,000 meters. At this altitude, there is much less oxygen and the night temperature is very cold, and even if the day can be cool, the sun is bright and harsh. In such a cold climate, these apes have developed unique adaptations to help them survive. These adaptation features are actually <a href="https://www.wildgorillasafaris.com/facts-about-gorilla-facts/do-gorillas-have-unique-special-nose-prints"><strong>what makes mountain gorillas unique</strong></a> from other gorilla species.</p><p>Although all gorillas might appear to look the same at a first glance, it is possible to tell the different subspecies apart. The habits and physical appearance of mountain gorillas differentiate them from other gorilla subspecies.</p><p>As you are observing the <strong>mountain gorilla physical appearance</strong>, you will notice that these bulky intelligent apes have longer and thicker fur than lowland gorillas. The long fur and large mass help to keep them warm in colder temperatures.</p><p>Mountain gorillas also have black fur, while lowland gorillas have brownish fur, and mountain gorillas cannot survive in captivity, while lowland gorillas can survive in captivity. Mountain gorillas also have broader chests and longer faces compared to other gorillas species.</p><p>if you are to <strong>trek gorillas in Uganda</strong> in <a href="https://bwindiforestnationalparkuganda.com/">Bwindi Impenetrable National Park</a> & <a href="https://mgahinganationalparkuganda.com/">Mgahinga Gorilla National Park</a>, Rwanda in <a href="https://volcanoesnationalpark.net/">Volcanoes National Park</a> or the Democratic Republic of Congo in <a href="https://virunganationalparkcongodrc.com/">Virunga National Park</a> and <a href="https://kahuzibieganationalparkcongo.com/">Kahuzi Biega National Park</a></p>Prime Safaris & Tours Ltdhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03863007215155085181noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8678172463324892133.post-86276702474434724712021-03-15T23:36:00.001-07:002021-03-15T23:36:28.743-07:00WHERE CAN YOU SEE GORILLAS IN AFRICA? GORILLAS DESTINATIONS.<div class="separator"><!-- wp:paragraph -->
<p>As they plan their <strong>Africa tours and safaris</strong>, travellers always wonder: <strong>Where can you see mountain gorillas?</strong> <strong>Where are gorillas found?</strong> <strong>Where do you find gorillas?</strong> <strong>Where is mountain gorillas found?</strong></p>
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<ol><li><strong>Mountain gorillas</strong>: Mountain gorillas are a subspecies of the eastern gorilla. There are two populations of mountain gorillas. One is found in the Virunga volcanic mountains of Central Africa, within <strong><a href="https://mgahinganationalparkuganda.com/">Mgahinga Gorilla National Park</a></strong> in southwestern Uganda, <strong>Volcanoes National Park</strong> in northwestern <a href="https://rwandagorillatracking-safaris.com/">Rwanda</a> and <strong><a href="https://virunganationalparkcongodrc.com/">Virunga National Park</a></strong> in Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The other population, (almost half of the world’s mountain gorilla population) is found in Uganda’s <strong><a href="https://bwindiforestnationalparkuganda.com/">Bwindi Impenetrable National Park</a></strong> in the southwest of the country.</li><li><strong>Eastern lowland gorillas: </strong>Eastern lowland gorilla is a subspecies of eastern gorilla that is only found in the <strong><a href="https://congogorillasafaristours.com/">Democratic Republic of Congo</a></strong> (DRC). They are found in <strong>Kahuzi-Biega National Park</strong>, a protected area near Bukavu town in the eastern region of the county and in <strong>Maiko National Park</strong> also in the remote eastern region of Congo. They’re believed to number around 5,000. Kahuzi-Biega National Park is the best place to see them.</li><li><strong>Western Lowland Gorillas: </strong>The western lowland gorilla is a subspecies of western gorilla that lives in montane, primary and secondary forest and lowland swampland in central Africa in <strong>Angola,</strong> <strong>Cameroon, Central African Republic, Republic of the Congo</strong> (Congo Brazzaville), <strong>Equatorial Guinea</strong> and <strong>Gabon</strong>.</li></ol>
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<p>Republic of the Congo/Congo Brazzaville is among the best places to see western lowland gorillas. There are two habituated gorilla groups in Congo Brazzaville’s Odzala-Kokoua National Park in the northwest of the country.</p>
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<ol start="4"><li><strong>Cross River Gorillas: </strong>This gorilla subspecies of western gorilla is <strong>populated at the border between Nigeria and Cameroon</strong>, in both tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests.</li></ol>
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<p>if you are to <strong>trek gorillas in Uganda</strong> in <a href="https://bwindiforestnationalparkuganda.com/">Bwindi Impenetrable National Park</a> & <a href="https://mgahinganationalparkuganda.com/">Mgahinga Gorilla National Park</a>, Rwanda in <a href="https://volcanoesnationalpark.net/">Volcanoes National Park</a> or the Democratic Republic of Congo in <a href="https://virunganationalparkcongodrc.com/">Virunga National Park</a> and <a href="https://kahuzibieganationalparkcongo.com/">Kahuzi Biega National Park</a></p>
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<h5><strong>What animals live in Uganda?</strong></h5>
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<p>Are you looking for <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/african-safari-africa-safaris-tours">Africa safari</a> animals in Uganda? Uganda offers some of the best animal encounters in the world. <strong>Animals of Uganda include; over 342 mammal species, 1076 bird species (51% of all birds in Africa), 142 reptile species,</strong> 86 amphibian species, 501 fish species, and 1,242 species of butterflies.</p>
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<p>Mammals found in Uganda: Uganda’s official mammal checklist consists of 342 mammal species including 132 and 210 species of small mammals. Large mammals in Uganda include:-</p>
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<ul><li><strong>A variety of primate species</strong></li><li><strong>Carnivores</strong></li><li><strong>Antelopes, and</strong></li><li><strong>Other herbivores.</strong></li></ul>
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<h2><strong>Primates in Uganda: Uganda primates</strong></h2>
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<p>Uganda is often referred to as the primate capital of the world. <strong>Over 20 species of primates exist in the country including 2 species of great apes (Gorillas and Chimpanzees) and 18 species of monkeys.</strong></p>
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<p>All the monkeys in Uganda are members of the family Cercopithecidae (Old World Monkeys). They range from arboreal forms, such as the colobus monkeys, to fully terrestrial forms, such as the baboons. Below is a list of primates of Uganda;</p>
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<ol><li><strong>Mountain gorillas</strong><img alt="Uganda animals" height="388" src="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/wp-content/uploads/3-Days-Low-land-Gorilla-Safari-in-Congo_600x400-582x388.jpg" width="582" /></li><li><strong>Chimpanzees</strong></li><li><strong>Golden monkeys</strong></li><li><strong>Patas Monkeys</strong></li><li><strong>Mantled guereza</strong></li><li><strong>Angola colobus</strong></li><li><strong>Uganda red colobus</strong></li><li><strong>Vervet monkeys</strong></li><li><strong>De Brazza’s monkey</strong></li><li><strong>Olive Baboon</strong></li><li><strong>Blue Monkeys</strong></li><li><strong>Silver monkey</strong></li><li><strong>L’Hoest’s monkeys</strong></li><li><strong>Red-tailed monkeys</strong></li><li><strong>Uganda mangabey</strong></li><li><strong>Grey-cheeked mangabey</strong></li><li><strong>Dent’s Mona monkeys</strong></li><li><strong>Pottos</strong></li><li><strong>Bushbabies/Galagos</strong></li><li><strong>Mountain gorilla</strong></li></ol>
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<p>Scientifically known as <strong><em>Gorilla beringei beringei, </em></strong>the mountain gorilla is locally known as <em>Ekisodde</em> in Luganda language and <em>Engagi</em> in Rukiga language. It is one of the two subspecies of the Eastern gorilla <strong><em>(Gorilla beringei).</em></strong></p>
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<p>Living in forested mountains at elevations of between 8,000 and 13,000 feet, they are the largest living primates and biggest ape in the world, standing up to 6 feet (1.8m) tall and weigh up to 220 kilograms.</p>
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<p>One of the most interesting facts about mountain gorillas is that they share 98% of their genes with humans.</p>
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<p>These world biggest primates are very intelligent and live in families of 5 to 30 individual. Each gorilla family is headed by one strong adult male known as silverback, for the swath of silver hair on his back that signals full adulthood.</p>
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<p><strong>There are just about 1063 mountain gorillas on the Earth today and more than half them live in Uganda.</strong> In fact, mountain gorillas live in only two localities in the world in the;</p>
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<ul><li><a href="https://virunganationalparkcongodrc.com/"><strong>Virunga Mountains</strong></a>, shared between Uganda, Rwanda and Democratic Republic of Congo and</li><li>Uganda’s <a href="https://bwindiforestnationalparkuganda.com/"><strong>Bwindi Impenetrable National Park</strong></a> which is home to over 459 of these gentle giants</li></ul>
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<ol start="2"><li><strong>Common chimpanzee</strong></li></ol>
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<p>Locally known as <em>Ezike </em>in Luganda, the chimpanzee or chimp is scientifically known as <strong><em>Pan troglodytes</em></strong>. Chimpanzees are our closest relatives sharing almost 99% of our DNA.</p>
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<p>A <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/african-safari-africa-safaris-tours"><strong>safari to Africa</strong></a> is the only opportunity to see wild chimpanzees as they can be encountered on other continents.</p>
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<p><strong>Uganda hosts more than 5,000 chimpanzees across dozens of sites</strong>. Uganda’s <a href="https://kibaleforestnationalparkuganda.com/">Kibale National Park</a> with a population of about 1500 chimpanzees is famous as the best place in the world to see chimpanzee.</p>
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<p>Besides <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/kibale-national-park">Kibale National Park</a>, you can see habituated chimpanzees in Uganda in Budongo Forest, Kaniyo Pabidi forest, Kalinzu forest, and Kyambura gorge <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/queen-elizabeth-national-park">Queen Elizabeth National Park.</a></p>
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<p>While <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/chimpanzee-trekking-in-uganda-safaris-kibale">chimpanzee tracking tour in Uganda</a>, you will realize that, unlike most other primates, chimpanzees don’t live in troops, but instead form extended communities of up 100 individuals which room the forest in small, socially mobile subgroups that often revolve around a few close family members such as brothers or a mother or a daughter.</p>
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<p>Each community is led by an alpha male. The role of the alpha male, not fully understood, is evidently quite benevolent-chairman of the board rather than a crusty tyrant.</p>
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<p>In terms of size, chimpanzee is smaller than the other cousin apes, the gorillas. Chimps weigh up to 70 kilograms (154 pounds) in the wild and stand up to 4 feet tall.</p>
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<ol start="3"><li><strong>Golden monkeys</strong></li></ol>
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<p>Scientifically known as <strong><em>Cercopithecus kandti, </em></strong>the golden monkey should not be confused with the <strong>Golden snub-nosed monkey</strong> <em>(Rhinopithecus roxellana)</em> which lives continents away in the temperate forests on mountains in China.</p>
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<p>Golden monkeys are endemic to the Virunga massif in Uganda, Rwanda, and the Democratic Republic of Congo.</p>
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<p>They are gorgeous primates with a multi-coloured coat of rusty red, fiery oranges, shadowy blacks, tints of blue, and some gold. Until very recently, they were considered just a novelty sub-species of the more wide-spread blue monkey<strong>.</strong></p>
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<p><strong>You can see golden monkeys in Uganda in <a href="https://mgahinganationalparkuganda.com/">Mgahinga Gorilla National Park</a>.</strong> They are very attractive and entertaining to watch, but because they chose to make their homes in the territories of mountain gorillas, the most enigmatic of all primates, it is very hard for them to attract the attention of human visitors’. Only a few make effort to go and see them.</p>
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<ol start="4"><li><strong>Patas Monkeys</strong></li></ol>
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<p>Patas monkeys are scientifically known as <strong><em>Erythrocebus patas. </em></strong>They are the<strong> world's fastest primates</strong>, which can sprint from 0 to 55 kilometres (34 miles) per hour in just 3 seconds.</p>
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<p>These ground-dwelling monkeys avoid dense forests and live in open savannah grasslands. They move in multi-female groups of up to 60 individuals. The group contains just one adult male for most of the year.</p>
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<p>During the breeding season, there are multi-male influxes into the group. Once juvenile males reach sexual maturity (around the age of four years) they leave the group, usually joining all-male groups.</p>
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<p>The adult females in the group initiate movement of the group with the male following their lead. They have been called “the dancing monkey” because they jump when they are excited.</p>
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<p>You can see Patas monkeys in Uganda in <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/murchison-falls-national-park">Murchison Falls National Park</a>, <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/kidepo-valley-national-park">Kidepo Valley National Park</a>, and Pian Upe Wildlife Reserve.</p>
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<ol start="5"><li><strong>Mantled guereza</strong></li></ol>
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<p>Mantled guereza is scientifically known as <strong><em>Colobus guereza. </em></strong>Also known as the <strong>Eastern</strong> <strong>black-and-white colobus,</strong> the mantled guereza is a species of <strong>black-and-white colobus monkeys</strong>. They are among those beautiful monkeys you should look for while on your <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/safari-uganda-safaris">Uganda safari.</a></p>
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<p>The name "mantled" refers to their mantle, the beautiful long silky white fringes of hair that run along its body and "guereza" is the native name of the monkey in Ethiopia. The scientific name Colobus derives from Greek kolobus meaning "mutilated" which refers to its lack of thumbs.</p>
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<p>Their faces are framed with white hair and it has a large white tail tuft. Infants are born with pink skin and white hair.</p>
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<p>Adults are capable of jumping up to 30 meters, a spectacular sight with its white tail streaming behind.</p>
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<p>They are very common in Uganda’s <a href="https://kibaleforestnationalparkuganda.com/"><strong>Kibale National Park</strong>,</a> <a href="https://bwindiforestnationalparkuganda.com/">Bwindi Impenetrable National Park</a>, Budongo forest, and <strong>Kyambura Gorge</strong> (<a href="https://queenelizabethnationalparkuganda.com/">Queen Elizabeth National Park</a>).</p>
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<ol start="6"><li><strong>Angola colobus</strong></li></ol>
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<p>Scientifically known as <strong><em>Colobus angolensis, </em></strong>the Angola colobus or <strong>Angolan black-and-white colobus</strong> is another species of black-and-white colobus monkeys closely related and similar in appearance to Mantled guereza.</p>
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<p>It is represented in Uganda by the subspecies called Ruwenzori colobus <em>(Colobus angolensis ruwenzori) </em>which in inhabits the montane forests in the Albertine rift.</p>
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<p>It is black with white hair on the shoulders between 23 and 33 cm long. Its tail is also black and greyish-white at the end. It has white bushy tufts on the cheeks. The white hair on the forehead forms a crest.</p>
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<p>They can be encountered in <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/rwenzori-mountains-national-park"><strong>Rwenzori National Park</strong></a> in Uganda.</p>
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<ol start="7"><li><strong>Uganda red colobus</strong></li></ol>
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<p>The Uganda red colobus is scientifically known as <strong><em>Piliocolobus tephrosceles</em></strong>. Until 2001, it was recognised a species of western red-colobus <em>(Piliocolobus badius).</em></p>
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<p>However, the Uganda red colobus is a relatively large grey monkey. It has few distinguishing features other than a rust-red cap with a dark grey to black face.</p>
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<p>It is listed as Endangered on IUCN red-list but it is quite common in Uganda’s Kibale National Park and <strong>Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary</strong>.</p>
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<ol start="8"><li><strong>Vervet monkeys</strong></li></ol>
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<p>Scientifically known as <strong><em>Chlorocebus pygerythrus</em></strong>, the vervet monkey is light grey monkey easily identified by its black face and male’s distinctive blue genitals.</p>
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<p>Associated with a wide variety of habitats, it is the only guenon you likely to see outside forests and it is thought to be the most numerous monkey species in the world.</p>
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<p>Vervet monkeys are widespread and common in Uganda, even outside of national parks. You can see Vervet monkeys in Kibale National Park, <a href="https://semulikinationalparkuganda.com/">Semuliki National Park</a>, and other areas in Uganda.</p>
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<ol start="9"><li><strong>De Brazza’s monkey</strong></li></ol>
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<p>Known scientifically as <strong><em>Cercopithecus neglectus,</em></strong> the De Brazza’s Monkey offers travelers on a Uganda tour one of the rarest sights.</p>
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<p>This spectacular thicket guenon has a relatively short tail, hairy face, and red-brown patch around eyes, a white band around its brow and a distinctive white moustache and a beard.</p>
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<p>Their scientific species name, neglectus, which means to pay no attention to, was given to them because of their ability to hide from both humans and predators.</p>
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<p>Due to this distinctive appearance, the monkey is sometimes referred to as the "Ayatollah Monkey" after the similarly-bearded Grand Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini of Iran.</p>
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<p>This species of guenon is the most sexually dimorphic; with males weighing about 7 kg and females 4 kg. Both males and females have cheek pouches they use to carry food while they forage.</p>
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<p>In Uganda, they are most likely to be seen in Semuliki National Park and in the vicinity of <a href="https://mountelgonnationalpark.com/"><strong>Mount Elgon</strong>.</a></p>
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<p>The scientific name of the Olive baboon is <strong><em>Papio anubis</em></strong><em>. </em>Olive baboons are sometimes referred to as <strong>Anubis baboon</strong>. This alternative name comes from the Egyptian god Anubis, who was often represented by a dog head resembling the dog-like muzzle of the baboon.</p>
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<p>However, the name olive baboon comes from the colour of its coat which at a distance is a shade of green-grey. They weigh up to 37 kilograms and lives in groups of 15 to 150, made up of a few males, many females, and their young.</p>
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<p>You can see olive Baboons in Kibale, Semuliki and Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.</p>
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<p><strong><em>Cercopithecus mitis</em></strong> is the scientific name of the Blue monkey. You can also call them Diademed monkeys, Samago monkeys, Skyke’s monkeys or gentle monkeys.</p>
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<p>These monkeys do not have a vivid blue appearance. Mainly, they are olive or grey aside from their faces. The faces are dark with a pale or yellowish patch on the forehead - the "diadem" from which the species derives one its alternative name.</p>
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<p>Cercopithecus mitis social system is mainly female because the males leave once they are mature. They are common in most Ugandan forests, where it lives in of 4 to 12 animals.</p>
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<p>You can see blue monkeys in Uganda’s Kibale, Bwindi Impenetrable, and Semuliki National Park.</p>
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<p>The Silver monkeys are scientifically known as <strong><em>Cercopithecus doggetti</em></strong><em>. </em>They were previously considered a subspecies of the blue monkey. This forest dwelling species has uniform silver-grey coat.</p>
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<p>The L’Hoest’s monkey is known scientifically as <strong><em>Allochrocebus lhoesti</em></strong> and it is one of the rare monkeys you can see during your safaris in Uganda.</p>
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<p>This handsome Albertine Rift Endemic is often more difficult to see than most its relatives largely because of the terrestrial habits and a preference for dense secondary forest.</p>
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<p>It has a black face and backward-projecting white whiskers that partially cover its ears, and is the only guenon which habitually carries its tail in an upright position.</p>
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<p>L’Hoest’s monkeys are very common in <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/bwindi-impenetrable-national-park"><strong>Bwindi Impenetrable National Park</strong></a>. They also occur in Kibale National Park and Queen Elizabeth National Park.</p>
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<p>Red-tailed monkey is also Redtail monkey and White-nosed monkey. Its scientific name is <strong><em>Cercopithecus ascanius</em></strong>.</p>
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<p>Redtail monkeys are common forest guenon, brownish in appearance with white cheek whiskers, a coppery red tail, and a distinctive heart-shaped white patch on its nose giving rise to the descriptive alternative name White-nosed monkey.</p>
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<p>They are usually seen singly, in pairs, or in small family groups. But also associate with other monkey species and has been known to accumulate in groups of up 200 animals.</p>
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<p>It can be seen in Uganda’s <strong>Kibale National Park,</strong> Semuliki National Park, and Queen Elizabeth National Park<strong>, Budongo Forest Reserve, </strong>Mpanga Forest and other reserves.</p>
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<p><strong><em>Lophocebus ugandae</em></strong> is the scientific name of the Uganda mangabey. This species of monkey was previously thought to just be a population of the grey-cheeked mangabey; however, the Uganda mangabey is rather smaller.</p>
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<p>Endemic to Uganda, it has few distinguishing features, but it can be distinguished from other forest monkeys by its baboon like behaviours, shaggier appearance, light grey cheeks and slight mane.</p>
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<p>It mainly resides in lowland forests and mid-altitude forests. It is a great Uganda tourist attraction in Mabira Forest Reserve in Central Uganda and it can also be encountered in Kibale Forest National Park in western Uganda.</p>
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<ol start="16"><li><strong>Grey-cheeked mangabeys</strong></li></ol>
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<p>The Grey-cheeked mangabeys are scientifically known as <strong><em>Lophocebus albigena</em></strong><em>. </em>They are<em> also</em> known as <strong>white-cheeked mangabey</strong>. These dark monkeys look in shape overall small like a small hairy baboon.</p>
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<p>The thick brown fur of these monkeys appears nearly black in their forest habitats, with some rufus/golden mane around the neck. Females and males are similar, although males are slightly bigger than females.</p>
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<p>They live in groups of around 5 to 30 individuals. The group either contains a single male or many male without a leader.</p>
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<p>Scientifically known as <strong><em>Cercopithecus denti</em></strong> the Dent’s Mona monkeys live in Uganda’s Semuliki National Park. It is a small Old World guenon monkey with a body length of 32 to 53 cm and a long tail of 67 to 90 cm. Individuals are colorful. The dorsal fur is red-brown to brown-agouti. Theventral surface and buttocks are white.</p>
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<ol start="20"><li><strong>Bushbabies</strong><strong>/</strong><strong>Galagos</strong></li></ol>
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<p>The charmingly named bushbabies are wide eyed tiny nocturnal primates, weighing up 1.3 kg. They are also known as nagapies, which means “night monkeys” in Afrikaans.</p>
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<p>Their large eyes give them a good night vision and their bat-like ears allow them to track insects in the dark.</p>
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<p>Because strong leg muscles that amount to about 25% of their body weight, bush babies have remarkable jumping abilities of up 2.35 meters. Their jumping muscles can perform 6 times better than those of a frog.</p>
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<p>In a series of leaps, a galago can cover 10 yards in mere seconds. The tail, which is longer than the length of the head and body combined, assists the powerful leg muscles in powering the jumps. They may also hop like a kangaroo or simply run/walk on four legs.</p>
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<p>The Bushbaby’s are also known for their piercing cry, a distinctive sounds of Africa at night. In fact, if you want to see a bushbaby, trace the cry to the tree, then shine a torch into it, you will easily pick out its large round eyes.</p>
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<p><strong>Six galago species are found in Uganda</strong> of which the <strong>lesser galago</strong> is the most common. The large and catlike silvery <strong>greater galago</strong> is thought to be restricted to <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/lakes-and-rivers-in-uganda"><strong>Lake Victoria</strong> </a>woodland and <a href="https://lakemburonationalparkuganda.com/"><strong>Lake Mburo National Park.</strong></a></p>
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<p>The scientific name a potto is <strong><em>Perodicticus potto. </em></strong>This tiny monkey is another Uganda nocturnal primate weighing up to 1.6 kilograms.</p>
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<p>It is sometimes called Bosman’s potto and in some English-speaking parts of Africa; they are called "softly-softly".</p>
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<p>Their close, woolly fur is grey-brown. Pottos have a moist nose, long, slender bodies, large eyes, and round ears.</p>
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<p>They can be encountered at night in <strong>Kibale National Park.</strong></p>
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<h2><strong>Carnivores found in Uganda: Carnivorous animals in Uganda</strong></h2>
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<p>Uganda is home to over 38 different kinds of small and large carnivores. Large carnivores form part of culture of any community on earth. Whether it is the tales told in the village in Africa about lions, hyenas and leopards or the fairy tales from Europe about wolves and bears.</p>
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<p>They convey the ’wildness’ of a place and their presence usually is an indicator that an ecosystem is intact as they are often the first species to disappear.</p>
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<p>They are great attractions to any travelers on a <a href="http://www.africasafaris-tours.com/">safari in Africa</a>, particularly in the savannah of Eastern and Southern Africa, and draw large numbers visitor who travel to Uganda to witness these majestic animals in natural habitats. Below are some of the carnivorous animals in Uganda:</p>
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<ol><li><strong>Lions</strong></li><li><strong>Leopards</strong></li><li><strong>Cheetah</strong></li><li><strong>Spotted hyenas</strong></li><li><strong>African civets</strong></li><li><strong>Genets</strong></li><li><strong>Jackals</strong></li><li><strong>Bat eared foxes</strong></li><li><strong>Mongoose</strong></li><li><strong>Otters</strong></li><li><strong>Honey badgers</strong></li><li><strong>Caracals</strong></li><li><strong>Servals</strong></li><li><strong>African golden cats</strong></li><li><strong>African wild cats</strong></li></ol>
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<h2><strong>Lions</strong></h2>
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<p><strong>Lion facts</strong></p>
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<p>Locally known as <em>Empologoma</em> in Luganda, the African<em> (<strong>Panthera leo</strong>)</em> is like a celebrity in the animal kingdom, albeit only to us humans. It is the world’s second largest big cat after the Tiger, weighing up to 225kg.</p>
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<p>The African lion has forever been a symbol of strength, power, and ferocity and their roars that can be heard from five miles away.</p>
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<p>An adult lion’s coat is yellow-gold, and juveniles have some light spots that disappear with age. Only male lions typically boast manes, the impressive fringe of long hair that encircles their heads.</p>
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<p>Also, the lion is one of the three <strong>African Big Cats</strong> and also a member of the <strong>Big Five</strong>, which most travelers have on their wish list of <strong>Uganda animals.</strong></p>
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<p>Lions are the only cats that live in groups. A group of lions is called a pride. A pride consists of up to 30 individuals. Female lions are the main hunters.</p>
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<p>Lions in Uganda can be seen in <strong><a href="https://kideponationalparkuganda.com/">Kidepo Valley National Park</a>, <a href="https://murchisonfallsnationalparkuganda.com/">Murchison Falls National Park</a></strong>, and <a href="https://queenelizabethnationalparkuganda.com/"><strong>Queen Elizabeth National Park</strong></a>.</p>
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<ol start="2"><li><strong>Leopard</strong></li></ol>
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<p><strong>Facts about leopards</strong></p>
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<p>African leopard <strong><em>(Panthera pardus) </em></strong>is locally known <em>Engo </em>in Luganda language. Besides being one of the biggest and deadliest cats in the world, leopards some of the most misunderstood and misrepresented. Frequently mistaken for cheetahs, jaguars, and tigers, it takes a little learning to be able to distinguish them from others of their kind.</p>
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<p>The African leopard is a member of the Big Five and often referred to as the <strong>master of camouflage</strong>, the <strong>most elusive of all big cats.</strong></p>
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<p>They can run, jump, swim and climb; they can take down prey three times their size and haul the prey like nothing, up a tree, so it can leisurely eat it without being robbed by greedy hyenas or lions.</p>
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<p>African leopards have light-colored fur with spotted markings across their entire bodies. Their exact coloring will depend on their environment. If they live in a sunny location, they're more likely to be a combination of white, yellow, gold and bronze; if they live somewhere colder or darker, they might be beige or even brown.</p>
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<p>The spots of an African leopard are known as “rosettes.” Like their name suggests, they unfold like roses rather than being perfectly circular. Leopards weigh up to 90 kgs.</p>
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<p>In Uganda, they are found in Murchison Falls National Park, Kidepo Valley National Park, and Queen Elizabeth National Park in Uganda.</p>
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<ol start="3"><li><strong>Cheetah</strong></li></ol>
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<p><strong>Cheetah facts</strong></p>
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<p>Cheetahs <strong><em>(Acinonyx jubatus)</em></strong> are part of the big cat family which includes (cheetahs, lions, African leopards, snow leopards, tigers, and Jaguars).</p>
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<p>The cheetah is one of the most beautiful and rarest animals you can see during your wildlife tours in Uganda.</p>
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<p>One of the most interesting <strong>cheetah facts </strong>is that while they are not natural trees climbers, they can run faster than any other land animal.</p>
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<p>With acceleration that would leave most automobiles in the dust, a cheetah can go from 0 to 97 kilometers an hour in only three seconds.</p>
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<p>These big cats are quite nimble at high speed and can make quick and sudden turns in pursuit of prey.</p>
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<p>Cheetahs weigh up to 65 kilograms. In Uganda, cheetahs live in Kidepo Valley National Park and <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/pian-upe-wildlife-reserve-uganda"><strong>Pian-Upe Wildlife Reserve</strong>.</a></p>
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<ol start="4"><li><strong>Spotted hyena</strong></li></ol>
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<p><strong>Spotted hyena facts</strong></p>
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<p><strong><em>Crocuta crocuta</em></strong> is the scientific name spotted hyenas. They are locally known as <em>empisi</em> in Luganda language. These large carnivores look like a dog in appearance, though they don’t belong to the dog or cat families.</p>
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<p>They have so unique that they have a family all their own, <strong><em>Hyaenidae.</em></strong> The maniacal laughing of hyena is the <strong>largest and noisiest of four hyena species in Africa</strong>.</p>
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<p>They live in savannas grasslands, sub-deserts, forests and mountains of Africa and Asia. Spotted hyena has large head with a long, thick, muscular neck and powerful jaws that give the hyena the strongest bite of any mammal.</p>
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<p>Their fronts legs are longer than its back legs, giving the animal a profile somewhat like that of a wildebeest or bison.</p>
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<p>They are known to exist in <strong>Kidepo Valley National Park</strong> in Uganda.</p>
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<ol start="5"><li><strong>African civet</strong></li></ol>
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<p>African civet <strong><em>(Civettictis civetta)</em></strong> looks like a raccoon because it has wide head, pointed muzzle, long neck and small eyes and ears. They have been recorded in most <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/uganda-national-parks-uganda-safari-game-parks"><strong>Uganda safari parks</strong></a> but they are rarely seen.</p>
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<ol><li><strong>Genet</strong></li></ol>
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<p><strong>Facts about genet</strong></p>
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<p>Genets looks like the African civet and often mistaken as cats due slight variations in appearance. However, the genet is slender with beautiful spotted coats and extraordinarily long tails, large ears, a pointed muzzle, and partly retractile claws.</p>
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<p>They are very secretive creatures in the wild. <strong>Genet species that are widespread in Uganda include;</strong></p>
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<ul><li><strong>Large-spotted genet/Cape genet (<em>Genetta tigrina)</em></strong></li><li><strong>Servaline genet</strong> <strong><em>(Genetta servalina)</em></strong></li><li><strong>Small-spotted genet/</strong> <strong>common genet <em>(Genetta genetta)</em></strong></li></ul>
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<p>The Servaline genet and Small-spotted genet is usually spotted in more lightly wooded areas than the former and sometimes observed on night game drives in the Toro-Semuliki Wildlife Reserve.</p>
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<p>The <strong>Giant forest genet (Genetta victoriae), </strong>a West African species has been recorded in Maramagambo Forest in Queen Elizabeth National Park.</p>
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<ol start="7"><li><strong>Jackal</strong></li></ol>
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<p><strong>Jackal facts</strong></p>
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<p>Mainly live in the savannah habitats; Jackals are medium-sized omnivorous animals of the genus Canis, a genus which also includes domestic dogs and wolves. They mainly live in savannah habitats.</p>
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<p>These canids are proficient scavengers and also opportunistic omnivores, hunting a variety of small mammals, birds, and reptiles, and eat a substantial amount of fruits and bulbs.</p>
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<p>Jackals have long legs and curved canine teeth suitable for hunting small preys and they can run long-distances, maintaining speeds of 16 km/h for extended periods of time.</p>
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<p>The <strong>Side-striped jackal</strong> <strong><em>(Canis adustus) </em></strong>is the most widespread canid in Uganda and can be encountered in 4 Uganda savannah parks. They are most likely to be seen in the north of Murchison Falls National Park.</p>
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<p>They are also known to exist in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and Mgahinga Gorilla National Park.</p>
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<p>The<strong> black-backed jackal</strong> <em>(</em><strong><em>Canis mesomelas), </em></strong>a similar canid reside in Kidepo Valley National Park and Pian Upe Wildlife Reserve. They cannot be seen elsewhere in Uganda.</p>
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<ol start="8"><li><strong>Bat eared fox</strong></li></ol>
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<p><strong>Facts about the bat eared foxes</strong></p>
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<p>Scientifically known as <strong><em>Otocyon megalotis,</em></strong> the<strong> bat-eared fox</strong> is a small but eye-catching silver-grey insectivore. It is also referred to as long-eared fox, big-eared fox, Delalande's fox, and black-eared fox.</p>
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<p>This species of foxes are easy to easily due to their huge black ears and black-eye mask. They have tawny fur with black legs, and parts of the pointed face.</p>
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<p>It is commonly seen during the early hours of the day. It is quite common in Kidepo Valley National Park.</p>
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<ol start="9"><li><strong>Mongoose</strong></li></ol>
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<p><strong>Uganda Mongoose facts</strong></p>
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<p><a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/facts-about-uganda-facts">Uganda</a> is home to about 10 mongoose species. They are sleek mammals with long bodies, short legs, and tapered snouts.</p>
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<p>They usually feature grey-grizzled or brown fur. Several species also have a have striped coats or ringed tails. Mongoose varies in size from 18 cm long to 61 cm.</p>
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<p>Below are the five most common species of mongoose you can see during your tours in Uganda.</p>
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<ul><li><strong>Egyptian mongoose</strong> <strong>(Herpestes ichneumon)</strong></li><li><strong>Marsh mongoose</strong> <strong>(Atilax paludinosus)</strong></li><li><strong>Slender mongoose</strong> <strong>(Galerella sanguinea)</strong></li><li><strong>White-tailed mongoose</strong> <strong>(Ichneumia albicauda)</strong></li><li><strong>Banded mongoose</strong> <strong>(Mungos mungo)</strong></li></ul>
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<p>Of these the banded mongoose are very common in <strong>Queen Elizabeth National</strong> Park’s Mweya Peninsular.</p>
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<p><strong>Otter facts</strong></p>
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<p>Otters are small aquatic carnivorous animals in the subfamily Lutrinae. Otters have long, slim bodies and relatively short limbs.</p>
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<p>Their most striking anatomical features are the powerful webbed feet used to swim, and their seal-like abilities holding breath underwater.</p>
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<p>Most have sharp claws on their feet and all except the sea otter have long, muscular tails.</p>
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<p>Adult otters range in size, from 2.0 to 6 ft long and 1 to 45 kg in weight. They have very soft, insulated under-fur, which is protected by an outer layer of long guard hairs.</p>
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<p>Most species hunt for 3 to 5 hours a day and nursing mothers up to 8 hours each day. The species of otters that occur in Uganda include;</p>
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<ul><li><strong>Spotted-necked otter</strong> <strong><em>(Hydrictis maculicollis),</em></strong> a dark, diurnal species is usually common on <strong>Lake Bunyonyi</strong> in Southwestern Uganda.</li><li><strong>Cape clawless otter</strong><strong> <em>(Aonyx capensis capensis)</em></strong></li></ul>
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<p>The <strong>Western clawless otter</strong> and the <strong>Cape clawless otter</strong> can be seen in <strong>Lake Mburo National Park</strong> in Western Uganda<strong>.</strong></p>
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<p><strong>The honey badger facts</strong></p>
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<p>The honey badger <strong><em>(Mellivora capensis)</em></strong> is also known Ratel.</p>
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<p>Despite their name, honey badgers are not closely similar to other species of badgers. It is instead bears more anatomical similarities to weasels. In fact they are members of the weasel family. This mustelid is a medium-sized animal that stands up to 28 cm at shoulder and weigh up to 14 kg.</p>
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<p>The head is small and flat with, a short muzzle. It has little ears, black sides and underparts, and a grey-white back. The honey badger has short strong legs and the feet are armed with very strong claws.</p>
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<p>It is one of the most adaptable creatures eating what comes its way. It is said that they have been known to kill buffaloes by running underneath them and bite off their testicles.</p>
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<p>They get their name from their love for feeding on honey and honeybee larvae. Honey badgers also feed on insects, amphibians, reptiles, bird, and mammals, as wells roots, bulbs, berries, and fruits.</p>
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<p>Most of the time they hunt for their own food, but they will happily steal from other carnivores or scavenge the kills of bigger animals when the opportunity arises. They are widespread in Uganda but uncommon and rarely seen.</p>
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<p><strong>Herbivorous animals in Uganda</strong></p>
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<ol><li><strong>African bush elephants</strong></li><li><strong>Southern white rhinoceros</strong></li><li><strong>Rothschild’s Giraffe</strong></li><li><strong>African buffalo/Cape buffalo</strong></li><li><strong>Hippopotamus</strong></li><li><strong>Burchell’s zebra</strong></li><li><strong>Common warthog</strong></li><li><strong>Bush pigs</strong></li><li><strong>Giant Forest Hogs</strong></li><li><strong>Antelopes</strong></li><li><strong>African bush elephants</strong></li></ol>
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<p>The <strong>African bush elephant <em>(Loxodonta africana)</em> </strong>also known as <strong>African savanna elephant</strong> is the world’s largest and heaviest land animal. It is largest of the three elephant species. Measuring about 13 feet at shoulder and up to 24 feet long, they can weigh up to 10600 kilograms (10.6 tonnes).</p>
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<p>Males only reach their full size at 35-40 years - that's well over half their lifespan as wild elephants can live for up to 60-70 years. They are characterized by its highly dexterous trunk, long curved tusks, and massive ears.</p>
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<p>In Uganda, you can see the African bush elephant in Queen Elizabeth National Park, Kidepo Valley National Park, and Murchison Falls National Park.</p>
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<ol start="2"><li><strong>Southern white rhinoceros</strong></li></ol>
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<p>The Southern white rhinoceros <strong><em>(Ceratotherium simum simum)</em></strong> is also known as Southern square-lipped rhinoceros.</p>
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<p>Like elephants, leopards, lions, and buffaloes, the rhino is also a member of the Big Five. Rhinos are gigantic, herbivorous animals identified by their characteristic horned snouts.</p>
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<p>The name "rhinoceros" comes from the Greek "rhino" (nose) and "ceros" (horn). Because the animals' horns are used in folk medicine rhinos are today among the most endangered creatures on Earth.</p>
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<p>All five species of rhinoceros (White rhinoceros, Black rhinoceros, Indian rhinoceros, Javan rhinoceros, and Sumatran rhinoceros) can grow to weigh over 1000 kg. White rhino can weigh over 3500 kg. The Southern white rhinoceros is a sub species of the white rhinos. In Uganda, you will see rhinos in <strong>Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary</strong>.</p>
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<ol start="3"><li><strong>Rothschild’s Giraffe</strong></li></ol>
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<p>Rothschild’s Giraffe<strong> <em>(Giraffa camelopardalis rothschildi) </em></strong>is also referred to as Ugandan giraffe or Baringo giraffe<strong>.</strong> It is among the most iconic Africa safari animals you will see during your safaris in Uganda.</p>
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<p>Giraffes are the tallest mammals in the whole world. Their legs alone are taller than many humans—about 6 feet. Because it is so tall, it can see predators from a great distance, giving it the opportunity to warn not only its herd but other animals as well.</p>
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<p>These amazing calm creatures can run as fast as 35 miles an hour over short distances, or cruise at 10 mph over longer distances.</p>
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<p>A giraffe's neck is too short to reach the ground. As a result, it has to awkwardly spread its front legs or kneel to reach the ground for a drink of water.</p>
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<p>In Uganda, you can see the Rothschild Giraffes in <strong>Murchison Falls National Park, Lake Mburo National Park</strong>, and you might also see them in Kidepo Valley National Park.</p>
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<ol start="4"><li><strong>African buffalo/Cape buffalo</strong></li></ol>
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<p>The Cape buffalo <strong><em>(Syncerus caffer) </em></strong>is a member of the<strong> Big Five</strong>. It is one of the most dangerous animals on earth. It is often referred to as <strong>‘</strong>The Black Death’<strong>, </strong>due to the fact that it killed more big game hunters than the other four Big Gems put together.</p>
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<p>Buffaloes have an average life span of 11 to 22 years in the wild. They are about 4 to 5 feet tall at shoulder and weigh up 1000 kg.</p>
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<p>You can see buffaloes in Uganda in Queen Elizabeth National Park, Kidepo Valley National Park and Murchison Falls National Park.</p>
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<p>Aside from Elephant and the Rhinoceros the Hippo <strong><em>(Hippopotamus amphibius)</em></strong> is largest land mammal. They grow up to 16.5 feet long and stand up to 5.2 feet tall at the shoulder. The average female weighs around 1361 kilograms.</p>
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<p>Hippopotami love water, which is why the Greeks named them the “river horse.” They spend most of the day time (about 16 hrs.) submerged in rivers and lakes to keep their massive bodies cool under the hot African sun.</p>
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<p>When they bask on the shoreline, they secrete red oily substance, which gave rise to the myth that hippos sweat blood.</p>
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<p>You can see hippos in Uganda on a boat cruise on Kazinga channel in Queen Elizabeth National Park. You can also see them in Murchison Falls National Park and Lake Mburo National Park.</p>
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<ol start="6"><li><strong>Burchell’s zebra</strong></li></ol>
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<p>The Burchell’s zebra <strong><em>(Equus quagga) </em></strong>is also known as<strong> Plains zebra</strong> or <strong>Common zebra. </strong>Zebras are among the so many majestic and beautiful African animals that attract so many wildlife enthusiasts from around the world to undertake safaris to Uganda.</p>
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<p>Native to Africa, Zebras are single-hoofed animals that are very closely related to horses; In fact, they are in the same genus, Equus.</p>
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<p>The most prominent feature of zebras is their black and white stripe. But when it comes to zebras, it is not all about black and white. These elegant spirited horses of Africa lead fascinating and complex lives.</p>
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<p>To a casual observer zebras appear to move in large homogenous groups similar to <strong>buffaloes, </strong>but in fact the zebra community is composed of many family units, each controlled by a dominant stallion with 2 to 6 mares.</p>
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<p>Looking closely at a large group of zebra one will note a patchy distribution of small groups as opposed to a plain filled with buffaloes in which they are evenly distributed.</p>
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<p>The stallion always brings up the rear of its harem when being pursued which makes it much more susceptible to predation. You will learn more about the social behaviours of Zebras during you safari to Uganda’s Lake Mburo National Park and Kidepo Valley National Park.</p>
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<p>The common warthog <strong><em>(Phacochoerus africanus)</em></strong> is a wild member of the pig family (Suidae). Like their relatives, they have plump, hooves and large nostrils at the end of the snout. Warthogs have little fur except for a mane that goes down the spine to the middle of the back.</p>
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<p>Their tails also end with a tuft of hair. They have large teeth or tusks. They weigh up 150 kg.</p>
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<p>Warthogs are very powerful diggers, using both their snouts and feet. Whilst feeding, they often bend their front feet backwards and move around on the wrists.</p>
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<p>When threatened, Warthogs can run speeds of up to 48 kilometers per hour will run with their tails sticking up and will enter their dens rear first with tusks facing out.</p>
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<p>Over 29 species of antelope reside in Uganda including; 5 species of large antelopes, 8 species of medium sized antelopes and the remainder are small antelope. Below are some of the antelopes in Uganda;</p>
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<ol><li><strong>Common eland</strong></li><li><strong>Uganda kob</strong></li><li><strong>Impala</strong></li><li><strong>Defassa waterbuck</strong></li><li><strong>Bushbuck</strong></li><li><strong>Jackson’s hartebeest</strong></li><li><strong>Greater Kudu</strong></li><li><strong>Roan antelopes</strong></li><li><strong>Topi</strong></li><li><strong>Sitatunga/ marshbuck</strong></li><li><strong>Lesser kudu</strong></li><li><strong>Grant’s gazelles</strong></li><li><strong>Moutain reedbuck</strong></li><li><strong>Bohor reedbuck</strong></li><li><strong>Duikers</strong></li><li><strong>Guenther’s dik-dik</strong></li><li><strong>Oribi</strong></li><li><strong>Klipspringer</strong></li><li><strong>Bates’s pygmy antelope</strong></li><li><strong>Common eland</strong></li></ol>
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<p>The common eland <strong><em>(Taurotragus oryx)</em></strong> is the largest and heaviest antelopes in Africa, but also the slowest antelope. Although it can only run about 40 km an hour, it can incredibly jump 10 feet from a standing start.</p>
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<p>When walking, tendon or joints in the eland's foreleg produce a sharp clicking sound, the cause of which has not been widely investigated.</p>
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<p>You can see the common Elands in on you Uganda tour in Lake Mburo National Park and Kidepo Valley National Park.</p>
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<ol start="2"><li><strong>Uganda kob</strong></li></ol>
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<p>The <strong>Uganda Kob</strong> <em>(Kobus kob thomasi)</em> is a <strong>National Antelope of Uganda</strong>, as it appears on the coat of arms of Uganda, along with a grey crowned crane, representing the abundant wildlife present in the country.</p>
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<p>This kob is a medium-sized antelope with a medium brown coat, medium length horns and large ears. Only males have horns. You can see the Uganda Kob in Queen Elizabeth National Park.</p>
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<p>Graceful Impalas <strong><em>(Aepyceros melampus)</em></strong> are known for their long, spiraled horns which males use to challenge each other in tests of strength. Older impala males stake out mating territories and herd groups of females that they jealously guard against any rivals.</p>
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<p>Running impalas simply jump over anything in their path. They can incredibly leap 10-12 feet and cover 35-45 feet (10+) in a single broad jump.</p>
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<p>This graceful, slender antelope has a smooth coat that seems to shimmer in sunlight. The upperparts are a rich reddish brown, the lower flanks are light-tan brown and the belley is white.</p>
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<p>There are distinctive black stripes on the back of each thigh and down the center of the upper side of the tail that form three vertical lines when seen from behind. Impalas in Uganda are found in <strong>Lake Mburo National Park.</strong></p>
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<p>Defassa waterbucks <strong><em>(Kobus ellipsiprymnus)</em></strong> are large, robust antelopes with long, shaggy hair and a brown-gray coat that emits an oily secretion from its sweat glands, which acts as a water repellent.</p>
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<p>They have large, rounded ears and white patches above the eyes, and around the nose and mouth and throat. You can see them in Queen Elizabeth National Park and Murchison Falls National Park.</p>
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<p>Bushbucks <strong><em>(Tragelaphus sylvaticus)</em></strong> are the smallest spiral-horned antelopes, with an average weight of 58 kilograms. They resemble lowland Nyalas. Females are known as ewes and males are known as rams.</p>
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<p>Males feature a fur colour that is dark grayish. The bushbuck’s coat is further decorated by white spots on the flanks. You can find them on you Uganda safari in Queen Elizabeth National Park, Murchison Falls National Park, Lake Mburo National Park and several other areas in Uganda.</p>
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<ol start="7"><li><strong>Jackson’s hartebeest</strong></li></ol>
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<p>The Jackson's Hartebeest<strong><em> (Alcelaphus buselaphus) </em></strong>is regarded as a hybrid between the Lelwel and Coke's hartebeest. It has a large antelope with an elongated forehead and a pair of oddly reggid horns. From head to body, it has a length of between 150 to 200 centimetres, weighing over 200 kilograms (440.2 pounds).</p>
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<p>The Greater kudu <strong><em>(Tragelaphus strepsiceros)</em></strong> is among the largest antelopes. It has a narrow body with long legs. Their coats can range from brown/bluish grey to reddish brown. They possess between 4 and 12 vertical white stripes along their torso.</p>
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<p>The head tends to be darker in colour than the rest of the body, and exhibits a small white chevron which runs between the eyes.</p>
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<p>Greater kudus produce one of the loudest sounds of any antelope in form of a gruff bark. Males ‘spiraled horns allow them allow them to spar by interlocking them. The males then proceed to shove and twist until one opponent is knocked off balance and thrown down. You can see them in <strong>Kidepo Valley National Park</strong>.</p>
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<p>One of the largest African bovid, the roan antelope <strong><em>(Hippotragus equinus)</em></strong> has a gray coat with black and white facial markings, very long, pointed ears that are tufted at tip and long horns that are strongly curved backwards. The female is similar to the male, but with smaller, less heavily ridged horns. The road antelope is only exceeded in size by the African buffalo and eland. You can see them in Pian-Upe Wildlife Reserve.</p>
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<h4 id="page-part2">The Western lowland gorilla is scientifically known as <strong><em>Gorilla gorilla gorilla </em></strong>and one of the two subspecies of the western gorillas (Gorilla gorilla). <strong>They are not only the smallest of the four subspecies of gorillas</strong> but also the most numerous and widespread of all gorilla subspecies. About 100,000 western lowland gorillas exist on earth today with around 4,000 in zoos.</h4>
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<p>In Africa where they live in the wild, inhabiting the montane, primary and secondary forest and lowland swampland of;</p>
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<ul><li>Angola</li><li>Cameroon</li><li>The Central African Republic</li><li>Republic of the Congo</li><li>The Democratic Republic of the Congo</li><li>Equatorial Guinea, and</li><li>Gabon</li></ul>
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<h2><strong>How do western lowland gorillas look like?</strong></h2>
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<p>Although western lowland gorillas are the smallest of the four subspecies of gorilla, they still have exceptional size and strength.</p>
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<ul><li>The average weight of an adult male western lowland gorilla is 140 kilograms.</li><li>The average weight of an adult female western lowland gorilla is 90 kilograms.</li><li>Adult male western lowland gorillas stand up to 5 feet tall</li><li>Adult female western lowland gorillas stand up to 4 feet tall</li><li>A fully grown male can weigh up to 181 kilograms and stand up to 6 feet tall.</li></ul>
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<p>The Western lowland gorilla can also be distinguished from other gorilla subspecies by their brown-grey coats, longer arms, auburn chests, and a more prominent ridge along their brow. Their skulls are wider, ears are smaller and their brow ridges are more pronounced.</p>
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<p>Infant gorillas possess a tuft of white hair on their backsides, and older gorillas can get streaks of silver in their hair. Western lowland gorilla also has proportionately large hands with nails on all digits, similar to those of humans, and very large thumbs.</p>
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<p>They have short muzzles and large nostrils. These gorillas often stand upright, but walk in a hunched, quadrupedal fashion, with hands curled and knuckles touching the ground.</p>
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<p>This movement style needs long arms, which works for western gorillas since the arm span of gorillas is larger than their standing height.</p>
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<p>Western lowland gorillas live in the smallest family groups of all gorillas, with an average of 4 to 8 members in each family.</p>
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<p>The head of every family is on dominant male known as a silverback, because of silvery back patches that signal full adulthood. Silverback organizes the family activities including travelling in their home range, feeding, and nesting in leaves.</p>
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<ul><li><strong>What does western lowland gorilla eat?</strong></li></ul>
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<p>As primarily herbivorous, the main diet of western lowland gorilla groups consists of;</p>
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<ul><li>Roots</li><li>Shoots</li><li>Fruit</li><li>Wild celery</li><li>Tree bark, and</li><li>Pulp</li></ul>
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<p>During the wet season gorillas commonly consume fruits. And in the dry season, there is a decrease in the consumption of fleshy fruits, though they still continue to eat other kinds of fruits.</p>
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<p>Western lowland gorillas also eat insects from time to time.</p>
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<ul><li><strong><a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/uganda-safari-information/uganda-entry-requirements#page-part2">Do I need a passport to travel to Uganda?</a></strong></li></ul>
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<p><strong>Yes</strong>, at the time you book your <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/safari-uganda-safaris">safari</a> <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/tour-uganda-tours">tour to Uganda</a>, be certain to obtain a passport or check your current passport and make sure the expiration date is at least 6 months beyond your travel date.</p>
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<p>Should your passport be stolen, it will be easier to get a replacement if you have a photocopy or scan of the important pages.</p>
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<ul><li><strong>Uganda Visa: Uganda Visa application</strong></li><li><strong><a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/uganda-safari-information/uganda-entry-requirements#page-part2">Do I need a visa to visit Uganda?</a></strong> Uganda like any other sovereign country requires one to have her visa if he/she is to enter into her boundaries except the nationals of the <strong>Visa-exempt countries.</strong></li><li><strong>Which countries are visa−free to Uganda?</strong> Uganda visa-exempt countries/<strong>Uganda visa-free countries</strong> include; Tanzania, Rwanda, Burundi, Kenya, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Ghana, Angola, Eritrea, Malawi, Madagascar, Seychelles, Swaziland, Lesotho Sierra Leone, Gambia, Comoros, Mauritius, Antigua, Barbados, Fiji, Grenada, Solomon Islands, Vanuatu, Cyprus, Bahamas, Belize, Jamaica, Malta, Singapore, and St. Vincent-Tonga.</li></ul>
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<ul><li><strong>How do I get a Visa for Uganda?</strong> An e-visa can be applied for online through the official Uganda Directorate of Citizenship and Immigration Control website: https://visas.immigration.go.ug/ at least 5 working days before the intended dates of travel, and will usually be approved within 3 working days of application.</li><li><strong>Can I get a visa on arrival in Uganda?</strong> However, when the e-visa system was implemented in 2016, a statement was issued to the effect that it would completely replace the Visa on arrival system, but this has yet to happen.</li></ul>
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<p>So as things stand, you can still buy a <strong>Uganda visa on arrival</strong> at any overland border or Entebbe International Airport, a straightforward procedure that usually takes no more than a few minutes, except maybe when a couple of major airlines arrive within an hour of each other.</p>
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<p>Uganda has several types of visas where a visitor can choose the one that works for him/her depending on the reason of the visit. Below are the different types of Uganda visa;</p>
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<ul><li><strong>Uganda Single Entry/ Ordinary/Tourist Visa</strong></li></ul>
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<p>This is Issued for single entry to persons whose nationalities require a visa to enter Uganda either for business, tourism or medical reasons. It is valid for 90 days.</p>
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<p><strong>Note</strong><strong>:</strong> Don’t overstay your Visa or the date of the immigration stamp in your passport, or you will be liable for a hefty fine. And note that even though you hold a three-months Visa, immigration authorities may only stamp for a period of one month or less.</p>
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<p>This can be extended to 90 days at any immigration office in Kampala or upcountry. Irrespective of what they might tell you, there is no charge for this.</p>
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<p>In Kampala, you may be asked to provide an official letter from a sponsor or the hotel where you are staying.</p>
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<p>Multiple-Entry visas to Uganda are applied and paid for online. First-time applicants are only granted a 6 months Multiple-Entry Visa and must have proof of having travelled to Uganda, at least 5 times within a period of one year immediately preceding their application.</p>
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<p>First-time applicants should always ensure to apply for a 6 months Multiple-Entry Visa. They will be able to apply for more time upon expiration of the 6 months.</p>
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<p>However, applicants who have continually visited Uganda over a period of more than 1 year can apply for a period exceeding 6 months ( that is 12 and 24 months). And they must also have proof of continuous legal travel in and out of the country to that effect.</p>
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<p>For any of the applications, whether 6 months or more, one must have proof of continuous travel into the country in the stated period of time if their application to be considered.</p>
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<p>Any person who applies for a period beyond which they do not qualify, will if approved, only be granted a visa commensurate to the time they qualify for.</p>
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<p>N:B: The 6-month restriction does not apply to Canadian and American citizens due to a reciprocal arrangement.</p>
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<p>Gorillas are also very difficult to care for as they require a specialized diet and feed on large quantities of vegetation. They have habits that you certainly don’t awant in your house. Since they depend on their social groups to survive, gorillas that are isolated from peers often become psychologically damaged.</p>
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<p>if you are to <strong>trek gorillas in Uganda</strong> in <a href="https://bwindiforestnationalparkuganda.com/">Bwindi Impenetrable National Park</a> & <a href="https://mgahinganationalparkuganda.com/">Mgahinga Gorilla National Park</a>, Rwanda in <a href="https://volcanoesnationalpark.net/">Volcanoes National Park</a> or the Democratic Republic of Congo in <a href="https://virunganationalparkcongodrc.com/">Virunga National Park</a> and <a href="https://kahuzibieganationalparkcongo.com/">Kahuzi Biega National Park</a></p>
<!-- /wp:paragraph -->Prime Safaris & Tours Ltdhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03863007215155085181noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8678172463324892133.post-76143517628547387902021-02-25T00:32:00.000-08:002021-02-25T00:32:06.174-08:00WHAT IS SPECIAL ABOUT A MOUNTAIN GORILLA’S NOSE? DO GORILLAS HAVE UNIQUE NOSE PRINTS?<p> <strong>Mountain gorillas, just like humans have features that make them different from one another including;-</strong></p><!-- wp:paragraph -->
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<p>During the scientific study of mountain gorillas which an American primatologist <strong>Dian Fossey</strong> began in the 1960s, there was a need for a method that could ease positive identification of <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/gorilla-trekking-uganda-gorilla-tours-safaris">mountain gorillas</a>. The method would be of great benefit in record keeping and prospective researchers might review details on the same individuals.</p>
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<p>Fossey found out <a href="https://www.wildgorillasafaris.com/facts-about-gorilla-facts/do-gorillas-have-unique-special-nose-prints/">What is special about a mountain gorilla’s nose</a>, mountain gorillas have unique patterns of wrinkles on their nose which differentiate them from each other and decided to use them in their study and research about these primates. These wrinkles are known as “nose prints”.</p>
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<p>Fossey is said to have made some drawings of the nose prints. Since then, several researchers have also used this method. Even now, <strong>Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund</strong> staff store special photographs of the nose prints of gorillas which have been monitored. They are kept in their long-term scientific database.</p>
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<p>Of all the four subspecies of gorillas, mountain gorillas have the clearest nose prints. Memorizing gorillas' nose prints take months after seeing them frequently, and creating many drawings of each gorilla. It is crucial as researchers will need to track and interpret gorilla behaviour while in groups and as individuals.</p>
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<p>if you are to <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/"><strong>trek gorillas in Uganda</strong></a> in <a href="https://bwindiforestnationalparkuganda.com/">Bwindi Impenetrable National Park</a> & <a href="https://mgahinganationalparkuganda.com/">Mgahinga Gorilla National Park</a>, Rwanda in <a href="https://volcanoesnationalpark.net/">Volcanoes National Park</a> or the Democratic Republic of Congo in <a href="https://virunganationalparkcongodrc.com/">Virunga National Park</a> and <a href="https://kahuzibieganationalparkcongo.com/">Kahuzi Biega National Park</a></p>
<!-- /wp:paragraph -->Prime Safaris & Tours Ltdhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03863007215155085181noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8678172463324892133.post-46420479002361920942021-02-21T21:45:00.001-08:002021-02-23T01:21:29.328-08:00CAN GORILLAS BE AGGRESSIVE?/DO GORILLAS ATTACK HUMANS<div class="separator"><p style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Are gorillas aggressive?" class="alignright wp-image-10109" height="270" src="https://www.wildgorillasafaris.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/Bwindi-Gorilla-Safari-Wildlife-4-days_600x360-582x349.jpg" width="451" /></p></div><p> <strong>Are gorillas aggressive? <a href="https://www.wildgorillasafaris.com/facts-about-gorilla-facts/what-is-a-gorilla/#page-part"><em>Mountain Gorillas</em></a> as well as <a href="https://www.wildgorillasafaris.com/facts-about-gorilla-facts/what-is-a-gorilla/#page-part2"><em>Lowland Gorilla</em>s</a> can be aggressive and dangerous to human and other animals/fellow gorillas. <em>Gorillas</em></strong> are majorly ground-dwelling, majorly herbivorous apes largely peaceful but in special clear different circumstances, <strong>gorillas</strong> can be fatally dangerous.</p><p>In most cases though much of <a href="https://www.wildgorillasafaris.com/facts-about-gorilla-facts/what-is-a-gorilla/"><strong>gorilla</strong></a> violence is directed towards fellow <strong>gorillas</strong>. <a href="https://www.wildgorillasafaris.com/facts-about-gorilla-facts/do-mountain-gorillas-live-in-families-groups">Gorillas live in groups/families</a> with demarcated boundaries/territories with one dominant Alpha male (the Silver back) controls the females and youngsters of the group. Usually If another <a href="https://www.wildgorillasafaris.com/facts-about-gorilla-facts/silver-back-gorillas/"><em><strong>Alpha Male Silver Back</strong></em></a> approaches in another`s domain, <strong>the silverback dominating the attacked family will try to drive the intruder off violently</strong></p><p><strong>In different circumstances, gorillas can be truly dangerous</strong>. <strong>Most gorilla violence is directed towards other gorillas</strong>. They live in groups, in which one dominant male silverback controls several females and youngsters. If another male approaches, the silverback will try to drive him off</p><p><strong>Gorillas aggression towards people</strong> <strong><em>is limited</em></strong>? <strong><em>Gorillas</em></strong> are not necessarily dangerous animals but they need very careful handling</p><p><strong><em>Gorillas</em></strong> are generally social animals to wards humans and only become <strong><em>aggressive</em> towards humans when they feel threatened.</strong></p><h2><strong>Gorilla fighting: How do gorillas fight?</strong></h2><p>Though gorillas are obviously very strong and powerful, they are generally gentle and very calm. Severe <strong>gorilla fights</strong> are rare in stable gorilla families.</p><p>However, gorillas can fight for females; and they can fight if another male tries to take over the group leadership.</p><p>Also, the two dominant silverbacks can sometimes engage in a fight when two gorilla groups meet. <strong>Silverback gorilla fights </strong>involve using their sharp long canines to cause deep gaping injuries that can result into death.</p><p>Because of this, these gentle giants always try as much as possible to avoid conflicts. Often, gorillas resolve their conflicts through displays or threat behaviors that show that they are not happy with whatever could be taking place and doesn’t want to be interrupted.</p><p>The threat behaviors are actually intended to intimidate without becoming physical. This unique <strong>gorilla threat display </strong>usually involves;</p><ul><li><strong>Barking out powerful hoots or unleashing a roar</strong></li><li><strong>Standing upright on twos</strong></li><li><strong>Throwing things including vegetation</strong></li><li><strong>Pounding their huge chest with cupped hands to express their strength and indicate that they should not be further destructed but rather be left in peace.</strong></li><li><strong>Slapping and tearing vegetation</strong></li><li><strong>Slapping the ground with palms</strong></li></ul><p>If that does not work the gorilla may attack.</p><h2><strong>Do gorillas attack humans?</strong></h2><p><strong>Are gorillas a danger to people? </strong>Before Dian Fossey's work, gorillas had an appalling reputation as violent brutes that would kill a human on sight. Fossey demolished this myth.</p><p>Living alongside a group of mountain gorillas in the forests of Rwanda, she showed that these huge apes are actually gentle giants, with individual personalities and rich social lives. In many ways they are like us.</p><p>Besides being gentle and calm, gorillas are wild animals that can truly be dangerous if handled carelessly or threatened. In fact, gorilla attacks on human in the wild are very rare and usually motivated by a defensive instinct.</p><p>A gorilla that thinks it is in danger will first make threat display noted above. If the human ignores the gorilla threat display, or surprises the gorilla or gets in its way, it may then escalate to thumping, scratching and biting, and eventually charging.</p><h2><strong>What can make a Mountain Gorilla to charge at you?</strong></h2><p>Among the many reasons why a gorilla may get annoyed and charge are;</p><ul><li><strong>Loud noise in the forest during gorilla trekking</strong>. Gorillas live in the forest and are used to wild noise that any strange kind of noise can be interpreted as a sign of danger.<img alt="Are gorillas aggressive?" class="alignright wp-image-10094" height="307" src="https://www.wildgorillasafaris.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/Rwanda-Gorilla-Safari-to-tour-gorillas-in-Volcanoes-National-Park-tour-–-2-Days_600x536-582x520.jpg" width="344" /></li><li><strong>Use of flash when taking photos.</strong> This is taken as a threat because it is something that’s very unusual in the gorilla home.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Wearing bright colors for <a href="https://www.wildgorillasafaris.com/">gorilla trekking</a></b>. Gorillas are used to the green nature of the forest jungle they live in in which any sight of bright color is unfamiliar and alerts the gorillas of an intruder into their natural habitat. It is recommended for visitors to dress in dull colors that blend with the natural forest.</li><li><strong>Sudden movements while in the presence of the gorillas</strong>.</li><li>Touching the gorillas</li><li>Surrounding the gorilla family / Obstructing the gorilla family.</li><li><strong>Visiting the gorillas for too long.</strong> Long hours with the gorillas can exhaust and destruct the gorilla family and make them become angry. <strong>Angry gorillas</strong> can easily become aggressive.</li><li>Getting very close to the gorillas.</li><li>Meeting a group which is not habituated.</li><li>Plain bad mood. This can be as a result of misunderstanding within the group. It can make a gorilla charge at visitors.</li><li><strong>What should you do if a gorilla charges?</strong> <strong>Should run you from a gorilla?</strong></li></ul><ul><li>Listen to the instructions from your ranger guide who will then direct you on what to do in order to safeguard yourself. Gorilla treks are led by an armed ranger guide since they spend a number of times visiting the gorillas so they are well aware of the moods and when the gorillas are irritated.</li><li>Don’t raise your arms in front of the charged gorilla. Stay calm and be submissive, it will lose interest.</li><li>Rather pretend not to show any interest in them and mind your own work and avoid direct contact with the gorillas it will walk away from you.</li><li>Never run away from a charged gorilla. Walk away steadily, taking one step after the other and making any sudden movement to create the distance between you and the gorilla. If you run, it will run after you and will attack you.</li><li>Crouch down; when the gorilla charges, it’s advisable to be calm down, keep quiet, and unthreatened you can even bend down and avoid eye contact to show respect and unwillingness to attack the gorillas.</li><li>You can even fall down or keep relaxed or looking up at trees to show that you are defeated and you do not want to attack them.</li><li>This is reason to show that you not a challenger and you don’t mean any harm to them so it will cool down and will not attack you.</li></ul><p><b>You can study gorilla aggression further when you <a href="https://www.wildgorillasafaris.com/gorilla-trekking-in-africa-gorilla-safari-tours/"><em>trek gorillas in Africa</em></a>. <a href="https://www.wildgorillasafaris.com/">Gorilla trekking in Uganda</a></b> is done in <a href="https://bwindiforestnationalparkuganda.com/">Bwindi Impenetrable National Park</a> & <a href="https://mgahinganationalparkuganda.com/">Mgahinga Gorilla National Park</a>, Rwanda in <a href="https://volcanoesnationalpark.net/">Volcanoes National Park</a> or the Democratic Republic of Congo in <a href="https://virunganationalparkcongodrc.com/">Virunga National Park</a> and <a href="https://kahuzibieganationalparkcongo.com/">Kahuzi Biega National Park</a></p>Prime Safaris & Tours Ltdhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03863007215155085181noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8678172463324892133.post-75672308681314899352021-02-17T23:56:00.003-08:002021-02-17T23:56:58.777-08:00HOW LONG DOES A GORILLA LIVE? GENERAL LIFESPAN OF A GORILLA<p> Wondering how long does a gorilla live? General A gorilla life span is between to 35-40 years in their natural habitats and can live to 50 years in captivity according to WWF. The oldest known Western Gorillas was female and she died at 69 years on 17/01/2017 at Colombus Zoo & Aquarium.</p><!-- wp:paragraph -->
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<p><strong>Age Affects to how Long does a gorilla live? Why do Old Gorillas Die Easily-</strong></p>
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<ul><li>The life span of <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/gorilla-trekking-uganda-gorilla-tours-safaris">mountain gorillas</a> is usually range from 35 to 40 years. Old gorillas often suffer from arthritis, which mainly damages the bones in their hands and feet.</li><li>Old Gorillas also suffer from the loss of teeth as a consequence of periodontitis, so that they have a problem with feeding.</li><li>It Old Gorillas longer to feed and to travel than the other members of the group. Gorilla families adjust their activities accordingly and look after the aged members, in a similar way as they treat sick individuals. Only when death is imminent, the old animals are sometimes abandoned or they retreat on their own accord.</li></ul>
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<p>if you are to <strong>trek gorillas in Uganda</strong> in <a href="https://bwindiforestnationalparkuganda.com/">Bwindi Impenetrable National Park</a> & <a href="https://mgahinganationalparkuganda.com/">Mgahinga Gorilla National Park</a>, Rwanda in <a href="https://volcanoesnationalpark.net/">Volcanoes National Park</a> or the Democratic Republic of Congo in <a href="https://virunganationalparkcongodrc.com/">Virunga National Park</a> and <a href="https://kahuzibieganationalparkcongo.com/">Kahuzi Biega National Park</a></p>
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<h4><strong>How many lakes are in Uganda?</strong> Uganda is situated with the great lakes region of Africa. The <strong>landscape of Uganda</strong> is dotted with about 165 lakes including fresh water lakes, crater lakes and others. <strong>Below are some of the</strong> <strong>major lakes of Uganda (lakes and rivers in Uganda) majority which can be visited on a <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/safari-uganda-safaris">Uganda safari</a></strong><a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/safari-uganda-safaris">:</a></h4>
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<ul><li><strong>Lake Victoria in Central Uganda</strong></li><li><strong>Lake Kyoga in Central Uganda</strong></li><li><strong>Lake Edward in Western Uganda</strong></li><li><strong>Lake George in Western Uganda</strong></li><li><strong>Lake Albert in Western Uganda</strong></li><li><strong>Lake Bunyonyi in Southwestern Uganda</strong></li><li><strong>Lake Mutanda in Southwestern Uganda</strong></li><li><strong>Kabaka’s Lake in Central Uganda</strong></li><li><strong>Lake Opeta in northern Uganda</strong></li><li><strong>Lake Bisina</strong><strong>/</strong><strong>Lake Salisbury in Eastern Uganda</strong></li><li><strong>Lake Mburo in Western Uganda</strong></li><li><strong>Several crater lakes</strong> in western Uganda including Lake Katwe, Ndali-Kasienda Crater Lakes, Lake Kyaninga, Lake Nkuruba, Lake Nyinambuga, Lake Saka, and Lake Nyabikere</li></ul>
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<h2><strong>Lake Victoria </strong></h2>
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<p>Lake Victoria is among the world’s famous lakes. The gigantic tropical fresh water lake was lies in the area between the eastern and the western arms of the Great East African Rift Valley.</p>
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<p>The Lake was formed by the filling of a shallow basin that had been created by the down warping of rock beds in the East African plateau. It shores are lined with soft, green lands and punctuated by secluded inlets and caves which speak eloquently to its calm liquid grace.</p>
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<h3><strong>Lake Victoria facts</strong>: <strong>What is special about Lake Victoria?</strong></h3>
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<p>Lake Victoria is also locally known as “Nnalubaale” in Luganda which means the home of the Great Spirit.</p>
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<p>The <strong>lake was named after Queen Victoria of United Kingdom</strong> by the Explorer John Hanning Speke, the first European to see and document Lake Victoria. Speke accomplished this in 1858, while on an expedition with Richard Francis Burton to locate the source of the Nile.</p>
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<p>Though Speke discovered Lake Victoria for Europeans, the lake is about 400,000 years old. However, in geological terms Lake Victoria relatively young.</p>
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<h3><strong>Lake Victoria has surface area of 59,947 square kilometres (23,146 square miles) which makes it;</strong></h3>
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<p>In fact, in terms of volume, Lake Victoria is Victoria is the world's ninth largest continental lake with about 2,424 kmᶾ (582 milesᶾ) of water.</p>
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<p>The lake has a maximum length of about 359 km (223 miles) and a maximum width of 337 km (209 miles).</p>
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<p>The average depth of Lake Victoria is about 41 meters (131 ft) and the maximum depth is approximately 81 meters (266 ft).</p>
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<p>The shore length of Lake Victoria is around 7,142 km (4,438 mi); and the surface elevation is approximately 1,135 m (3,724 ft).</p>
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<h3><strong>The Lake Victoria’s area is divided among 3 East African Countries:</strong></h3>
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<p>Among these three countries that border Lake Victoria Uganda is arguably the most notable. It is in Uganda that the <strong>Nile River</strong><strong>,</strong> the planet’s longest and most important rivers flows out of Lake Victoria.</p>
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<p><strong>Lake Victoria is also home to over 3,000 islands</strong>. The <strong>Ssese Islands</strong> are a prime example. Ssese is an archipelago of 84 islands, located in the northwestern section of Lake Victoria within Uganda.</p>
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<p>Some of these islands, such as Buggala Island, are accessible to tourists who are interested in seeing unique local scenery and <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/facts-about-uganda-facts/culture-in-uganda">Uganda culture</a>.</p>
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<p><strong>Fish species in Lake Victoria</strong><strong>:</strong> Even with its moderately shallow depth, the world of Lake Victoria fish is enormously diverse and fascinating. The variety of Lake Victoria fish is breathtakingly huge and complex.</p>
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<p>Just within the category of Lake Victoria cichlids, there are hundreds of colorful fish species, all with their own distinct appearance and behaviors.</p>
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<h3><strong>What to do on Lake Victoria?</strong></h3>
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<p>There are a variety of things to do at Lake Victoria during your visit to Uganda including;</p>
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<ul><li><strong>Visit the source of the <a href="https://jinjasourceoftheniletours.com/">Nile in Jinja</a></strong></li><li><strong>Fishing trips in search of giant Nile Perch</strong></li><li><strong>Relaxing at the many resorts</strong></li><li><a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/birding-tours-uganda-birding-safaris"><strong>Bird watching</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/chimpanzee-trekking-in-uganda-safaris-kibale"><strong>Chimpanzee watching at Ngamba Island</strong></a></li><li><strong>Honeymooning on some of the white sand beaches of Sesse Islands</strong></li></ul>
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<h2><strong>Lake Bunyonyi</strong></h2><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiu4oPrN_0Bl30sk1Gmf17A3H1gxNrcCfc2h94DQAIPknw8yMvFgUqNlItoeJUfx5PBatZH7VwBJHivfapm4LN2P_W_mxF-fP-qoCIFrOC8dV2blJYF3PkT2G9smOQKaLUTjqChXSDGOPhr/s579/lake-bunyonyi-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="392" data-original-width="579" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiu4oPrN_0Bl30sk1Gmf17A3H1gxNrcCfc2h94DQAIPknw8yMvFgUqNlItoeJUfx5PBatZH7VwBJHivfapm4LN2P_W_mxF-fP-qoCIFrOC8dV2blJYF3PkT2G9smOQKaLUTjqChXSDGOPhr/s320/lake-bunyonyi-1.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><strong>Lake Bunyonyi</strong> which literally means the ‘place of many little birds’ is one of the most beautiful lakes in Africa, located in southwestern Uganda.</div>
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<p><strong>Believed to be the second deepest lake of Africa at about 900 meters deep</strong>, Lake Bunyonyi covers a surface area of 46 square kilometers. This small lava dammed lake is incredibly dotted with 29 spectacular islands.</p>
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<p>Due to its location near <strong>Bwindi impenetrable National Park</strong> and <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/mgahinga-gorilla-national-park">Mgahinga National Park</a>, Bunyonyi is a perfect place to relax after your <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/gorilla-trekking-uganda-gorilla-tours-safaris"><strong>Uganda gorilla trekking</strong>.</a></p>
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<h2><strong>Lake Edward and Lake George</strong></h2>
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<p>Edward and George are also among the most stunning lakes in Uganda, situated on the flow of the Great East African Rift. Edward is (2325 square kilometers), and has an elongated shape. It is shared by Uganda and Congo.</p>
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<p>Lake George is smaller (250 square kilometers) is shallow and lined by swamp. The two are connected by the 40km Kazinga Channel, a meandering silver strand which runs right through Queen Elizabeth National Park.</p>
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<p><strong>The Kazinga Channel that connects Lake Edward and George is believed to contain the world's largest concentration of hippos.</strong> It is great bird watching hotspots. In fact, the launch trip on Kazinga channel is considered one of the great bird watching trips of the world.</p>
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<ol start="10"><li><strong>Rivers in Uganda: Rivers of Uganda</strong></li></ol>
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<p><strong>How many rivers are in Uganda?</strong> Uganda has several rivers and some of major Uganda Rivers include the following;</p>
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<ul><li><strong>The Nile River</strong> (Victoria Nile in Central Uganda and Albert Nile in the west)</li><li><strong>River </strong><strong>Achwa</strong> <strong>in the north</strong></li><li><strong>Kidepo River in the north</strong></li><li><strong>River Okok</strong> <strong>in the north</strong></li><li><strong>River Pager in the north</strong></li><li><strong>River Kafu</strong> <strong>in the west</strong></li><li><strong>Semliki River in the west</strong></li><li><strong>River Katonga</strong> <strong>in the west</strong></li><li><strong>River Mpongo in the west</strong></li><li><strong>Ishasha River in the west</strong></li><li><strong>Kagera River in the south</strong></li><li><strong>Nkusi River in the west</strong></li><li><strong>Sipi River in Eastern</strong> Uganda which is known for its spectacular Sipi Falls</li></ul>
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<h2><strong>River Nile</strong></h2>
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<p><strong>Facts about the Nile River</strong></p>
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<p>River Nile is among the most famous rivers in the world and one of the natural wonders of Africa. Although all rivers are important to people and wildlife that live nearby, the Nile looms large especially, both literally and figuratively.</p>
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<p><strong>How long is River Nile?</strong> The Nile River is the longest river in the world. The Nile River facts show that it 6,650 kilometer-long with its source beginning from Lake Victoria in Jinja, Eastern Uganda. Here, the water spills out of Lake Victoria on its journey to the Mediterranean Sea.</p>
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<p>The source of the Nile in Jinja is one of the greatest adventure destinations of Africa. Activities to do at source of the Nile in Jinja include.</p>
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<ul><li><strong>White-water rafting</strong></li><li><strong>Kayaking</strong></li><li><a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/one-1-day-jinja-tour-source-of-the-nile-uganda"><strong>Bungee jumping</strong></a></li><li><strong>Boat Cruises</strong></li><li><strong>Horseback Ride along the Nile</strong></li><li><strong>Quad-Bike Safaris along the Nile</strong></li><li><strong>Mountain Biking along the Nile</strong></li><li><a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/4-days-luxury-uganda-fishing-safari-murchison-falls-national-park-wildlife-safari"><strong>Sport fishing</strong></a></li></ul>
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<p>This longest river of world has drainage basin that covers eleven countries: <strong><a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/safari-uganda-safaris">Uganda</a>, <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/safaris-tanzania-safari-tours">Tanzania</a>, <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/safaris-rwanda-safari">Rwanda</a></strong>, Burundi, the <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/safari-congo-safaris-tours"><strong>Democratic Republic of the Congo</strong></a>, <strong><a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/safaris-kenya-safari-tours">Kenya</a>, <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/tour-ethiopia-tours-safari">Ethiopia</a></strong>, Eritrea, South Sudan, Republic of the Sudan, and <strong>Egypt</strong>.</p>
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<p>Another perfect way to get a closer feel of the great Nile is by joining in on a <strong>Nile cruise</strong> to the bottom of the Murchison falls. <a href="https://murchisonfallsnationalparkuganda.com/"><strong>Murchison Falls</strong></a> is the Most Powerful Waterfall in the World and it is the most spectacular thing to happen to the world’s longest river en-route from Lake Victoria to the Mediterranean Sea.</p>
<!--/wp:paragraph-->Prime Safaris & Tours Ltdhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03863007215155085181noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8678172463324892133.post-48844634149199899522021-02-15T01:17:00.000-08:002021-02-15T01:17:00.722-08:00WHERE CAN YOU FIND & SEE GORILLAS IN UGANDA AFRICA?<p><strong>Uganda has only two national parks where one can see gorillas i.e <a href="https://bwindiforestnationalparkuganda.com/">Bwindi Impenetrable National Park</a> and <a href="https://mgahinganationalparkuganda.com/">Mgahinga Gorilla National Park</a></strong> and this is where <a href="https://www.wildgorillasafaris.com"><strong><em>g</em>orilla trekking in </strong><strong>Uganda </strong></a><em>is done to search and find the rear endangered Mountain Gorillas</em>. With about <strong>1063 mountain gorillas</strong> that still exist on earth today, <strong>Uganda is home to more than half of all these endangered Great Apes</strong> making it one of the only 3 countries in the world <strong>where mountain gorillas live</strong> and <strong><a href="https://www.wildgorillasafaris.com/gorilla-trekking/uganda-gorilla-safari-tours/">Uganda gorilla tours</a> </strong>are only done in there two national parks.</p><!-- wp:paragraph -->
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<p><strong><a href="https://www.wildgorillasafaris.com/gorilla-trekking-uganda/why-should-i-visit-gorillas-in-uganda">Uganda has 20 gorilla families</a> that have been habituated and already set for tourism purposes</strong>, 19 of which are tracked/found in <a href="https://bwindiforestnationalparkuganda.com/">Bwindi Impenetrable National Park</a> and only 1 is found in <a href="https://mgahinganationalparkuganda.com/">Mgahinga Gorilla National Park.</a></p>
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<h2><strong>Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is one of the places where you can see Gorillas in Uganda Africa.</strong></h2>
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<p>The appropriately named <strong>Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (also called “The Place of Darkness”) is the world’s premier gorilla trekking destination, hosting nearly half (459) of mountain gorillas on earth.</strong> This ancient rainforest is one of the most beautiful places to <a href="https://www.wildgorillasafaris.com/gorilla-trekking-uganda/why-should-i-visit-gorillas-in-uganda">visit in Uganda</a>.</p>
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<p>Situated in the southwest of Uganda in the Albertine Rift, the park covers an area of 321 km² between an altitude of 1,160m and 2,607m above sea level. Bwindi Impenetrable was gazette as a National Park in 1991. Considering the incredible biodiversity found in this park, it is no wonder it has been listed as UNESCO World Heritage Site of global importance since 1994.</p>
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<p>By IUCN rating, Bwindi National Park is the richest and most diverse fauna community in East Africa with over 120 species of mammals including 11 species of primates, 360 bird species, 27 species of reptiles, 220 species of butterflies, and 1,000 species of flowering plants, including 163 species of trees, and 104 species of ferns.</p>
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<p><a href="https://bwindiforestnationalparkuganda.com/"><strong>Gorilla trekking in Bwindi</strong></a> starts from any one of its four main gorilla trekking sectors;</p>
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<ul><li><strong>Buhoma sector</strong> is located in the northwest and consists of gorilla groups like Mubare, Habinyanja, Rushegura, Katwe, and Muyambi Gorilla Family;</li><li><strong>Ruhija Region</strong> in the east comprises of gorilla families such as Kyaguriro, Bitukura, and Oruzogo Gorilla Family;</li><li><strong>Rushaga Region</strong> in the south has habituated families such as Mishaya, Nshongi, Bweza, Kahungye, Bushingye, Kutu, Bikyingi, Rwigi, and Mucunguzi Gorilla Family;</li><li><strong>Nkuringo area</strong> in the southern part has groups such as Nkuringo, Christmas, and Bushaho Gorilla Family.</li></ul>
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<h2><strong>Mgahinga Gorilla National Park </strong><strong>is another destination where you can find Gorillas in Uganda Africa.</strong></h2>
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<p><strong>Mgahinga National Park</strong> is located about 8-10 hours’ drive from Entebbe or Kampala in the extreme southwest side of Uganda. Mgahinga encompasses the northern slopes of the 3 northernmost <strong><a href="https://virunganationalparkcongodrc.com/">Virunga National Park</a> & <a href="https://volcanoesnationalpark.net/">Volcanoes National Park </a></strong>: Mt. Muhabura (4,127 m), Mt. Gahinga (3,474 m), and Mt. Sabyinyo (3,645 m).</p>
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<p>The park is roughly 10 km south of Kisoro and is bordered to the south by Rwanda and to the west by DR Congo. In Mgahinga Park, the Nyakagezi Gorilla Family is the only habituated gorilla group set for visitors to trek. In addition to gorilla trekking, visitors to Mgahinga have the opportunity to track beautiful and rare golden monkeys.</p>
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<p>Mountain gorillas spend most of their time in the mountainous area and never move to the cultivated area that surrounds their home to feed. <strong>Gorillas</strong> rarely have to drink water since they get a large quantity of water from its diet.</p>
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<h2><a href="https://www.wildgorillasafaris.com/about-gorillas/what-do-gorilla-eat.html"><strong>How much does a gorilla eat per day? - </strong><strong>Diet of gorillas</strong></a></h2>
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<p><strong>Gorilla diet differs between and within <a href="https://www.wildgorillasafaris.com/facts-about-gorilla-facts/how-many-species-breeds-of-gorillas-are-there">gorilla species.</a> </strong></p>
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<p><strong>Mountain gorillas </strong>mostly eat foliage, such as <strong>leaves, stems, pith, and shoots,</strong> while fruit makes up a very small part of their diets. Mountain gorilla food is widely distributed and neither individuals nor groups have to compete with one another.</p>
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<p><strong>Their home ranges vary from 3 to 15 square kilometer and their movements range around 500 meters or less on an average day.</strong> Despite eating a few species in each habitat, mountain gorillas have flexible diets and can live in a variety of habitats.</p>
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<p><strong>Eastern lowland gorillas</strong> have more diverse diets, which vary seasonally. Leaves and pith are commonly eaten, but fruits can make up as much as 25% of their diets. Since fruit is less available, lowland gorillas must travel farther each day, and their home ranges vary from 2.7–6.5 square kilometers. Eastern lowland gorillas will also eat insects, preferably ants.</p>
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<p><strong>Western lowland gorillas</strong> depend on fruits more than the others and they are more dispersed across their range. They travel even farther than the other gorilla subspecies, at 1,105 meters per day on average, and have larger home ranges of 7–14 square kilometers.</p>
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<p>Western lowland gorillas have less access to terrestrial herbs, although they can access aquatic herbs in some areas. Termites and ants are also eaten.</p>
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<p><strong>Cross River Gorillas</strong> eat more liana and tree bark throughout the year and less fruit during periods of scarcity, than <strong>Western Lowland Gorillas</strong>. In their search for food the gorillas may leave their usual ranges, especially when food is scare, either to search in other parts of the forest, or to visit the lowlands, where they can come into conflict with farmers.</p>
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<p>Although they may damage crops such as banana and plantain, gorillas are not the most destructive animals in this region.</p>
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<p>If you want to see gorillas feeding, <a href="https://www.wildgorillasafaris.com/">Gorilla trekking in Uganda</a> is done in <a href="https://bwindiforestnationalparkuganda.com/">Bwindi Impenetrable National Park</a> & <a href="https://mgahinganationalparkuganda.com/">Mgahinga Gorilla National Park</a>, <a href="https://www.wildgorillasafaris.com/gorilla-trekking-rwanda-gorilla-tours-safaris/">gorilla trekking in Rwanda</a> is done in <a href="https://volcanoesnationalpark.net/">Volcanoes National Park</a> or <a href="https://wildgorillasafaris.com/gorilla-trekking/congo-gorilla-safari-tours/">Gorilla trekking in Congo</a> in is done in <a href="https://virunganationalparkcongodrc.com/">Virunga National Park</a> and <a href="https://kahuzibieganationalparkcongo.com/">Kahuzi Biega National Park</a></p>
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<h3 class="has-text-align-center"><strong>UGANDA ENTRY REQUIREMENTS, WHAT IS REQUIRED TO TRAVEL TO UGANDA? UGANDA VISA/EAST AFRICAN TOURIST VISA REQUIREMENTS.</strong></h3>
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<p>To guide our <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/">Uganda safari</a> travelers, we have put together ALL the major Uganda entry requirements or <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/uganda-safari-information/uganda-entry-requirements">what is required to travel to Uganda</a> using a Uganda Visa or the East African Tourist Visa for stipulated periods of time and <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/blog/uganda-coronavirus-travel-standard-operating-procedures-sops.html">COVID-19 travel Standard Operating Procedures.</a></p>
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<ol><li><strong>What do I need to travel to Uganda during this period of COVID-19?</strong></li></ol>
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<ul><li>Entebbe International Airport re-opened on 1 October 2020. Land borders have also re-opened. New <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/blog/uganda-coronavirus-travel-standard-operating-procedures-sops.html"><strong>Coronavirus travel standard operating procedures (SOPs)</strong></a> are in place for all arriving and departing passengers.</li></ul>
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<ul><li>On arrival at Entebbe International Airport and at land border crossings, visitors will need to provide valid <strong>a negative COVID-19 Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) test certificate</strong> issued no more than 72 hours before boarding the aircraft.</li><li>Airlines have been directed not to permit passengers without an authentic negative COVID-19 test certificate.</li><li>Foreign national passengers who arrive without a valid negative test certificate will be denied entry.</li><li>The certificate must be from an accredited laboratory in their country of Origin.</li><li>SMS and digital certificates will not be accepted, so travelers must carry along an official printed certificate.</li><li>All arriving passengers will be subject to temperature checks and will be screened for infectious diseases by the Port Health Authorities.</li><li>If a traveler shows signs or symptoms of any infectious disease they will be taken by ambulance to a local isolation center to undergo a coronavirus test at their own cost.</li><li>Test results will be returned within 24 to 48 hours; passenger will be expected to remain at the isolation centre until the test results are returned.</li><li>Visitors are required to wear quality N95 masks, surgical masks, or cloth masks with filters at all time while at the airport or any other point of entry to Uganda.</li></ul>
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<ol start="2"><li><strong>Regular entry requirements for Uganda</strong></li></ol>
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<ul><li><strong>Do I need a passport to travel to Uganda?</strong></li></ul>
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<p><strong>Yes</strong>, at the time you book your safari <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/tour-uganda-tours">tour to Uganda</a>, be certain to obtain a passport or check your current passport and make sure the expiration date is at least 6 months beyond your travel date.</p>
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<p>Should your passport be stolen, it will be easier to get a replacement if you have a photocopy or scan of the important pages.</p>
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<ul><li><strong>Uganda Visa: Uganda Visa application</strong></li><li><strong>Do I need a visa to <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/tour-uganda-tours">visit Uganda</a>?</strong> Uganda like any other sovereign country requires one to have her visa if he/she is to enter into her boundaries except the nationals of the <strong>Visa-exempt countries.</strong></li><li><strong>Which countries are visa−free to Uganda?</strong> Uganda visa-exempt countries/<strong>Uganda visa-free countries</strong> include; <a href="https://www.tanzaniasafaristours.com/">Tanzania</a>, <a href="https://gorillasafarirwanda.net/">Rwanda</a>, Burundi, <a href="https://kenyasafaristours.com/">Kenya</a>, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Ghana, Angola, Eritrea, Malawi, Madagascar, Seychelles, Swaziland, Lesotho Sierra Leone, Gambia, Comoros, Mauritius, Antigua, Barbados, Fiji, Grenada, Solomon Islands, Vanuatu, Cyprus, Bahamas, Belize, Jamaica, Malta, Singapore, and St. Vincent-Tonga.</li></ul>
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<ul><li><strong>How do I get a Visa for Uganda?</strong> An e-visa can be applied for online through the official Uganda Directorate of Citizenship and Immigration Control website: https://visas.immigration.go.ug/ at least 5 working days before the intended dates of travel, and will usually be approved within 3 working days of application.</li><li><strong>Can I get a visa on arrival in Uganda?</strong> However, when the e-visa system was implemented in 2016, a statement was issued to the effect that it would completely replace the Visa on arrival system, but this has yet to happen.</li></ul>
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<p>So as things stand, you can still buy a <strong>Uganda visa on arrival</strong> at any overland border or Entebbe International Airport, a straightforward procedure that usually takes no more than a few minutes, except maybe when a couple of major airlines arrive within an hour of each other.</p>
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<p>Uganda has several types of visas where a visitor can choose the one that works for him/her depending on the reason of the visit. Below are the different types of Uganda visa;</p>
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<ul><li><strong>Uganda Single Entry/ Ordinary/Tourist Visa</strong></li></ul>
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<p>This is Issued for single entry to persons whose nationalities require a visa to enter Uganda either for business, tourism or medical reasons. It is valid for 90 days.</p>
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<p><strong>Note</strong><strong>:</strong> Don’t overstay your Visa or the date of the immigration stamp in your passport, or you will be liable for a hefty fine. And note that even though you hold a three-months Visa, immigration authorities may only stamp for a period of one month or less.</p>
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<p>This can be extended to 90 days at any immigration office in Kampala or upcountry. Irrespective of what they might tell you, there is no charge for this.</p>
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<p>In Kampala, you may be asked to provide an official letter from a sponsor or the hotel where you are staying.</p>
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<h2><strong>Uganda Single Entry Visa requirements.</strong></h2>
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<ul><li>Passport copy (bio-data page)</li><li>Vaccination Certificate (Yellow Fever)</li><li>Recent Passport-size Photograph</li></ul>
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<h2><strong>Uganda Multiple-Entry Visa.</strong></h2>
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<p>Multiple-Entry visas to Uganda are applied and paid for online. First-time applicants are only granted a 6 months Multiple-Entry Visa and must have proof of having travelled to Uganda, at least 5 times within a period of one year immediately preceding their application.</p>
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<p>First-time applicants should always ensure to apply for a 6 months Multiple-Entry Visa. They will be able to apply for more time upon expiration of the 6 months.</p>
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<p>However, applicants who have continually visited Uganda over a period of more than 1 year can apply for a period exceeding 6 months ( that is 12 and 24 months). And they must also have proof of continuous legal travel in and out of the country to that effect.</p>
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<p>For any of the applications, whether 6 months or more, one must have proof of continuous travel into the country in the stated period of time if their application to be considered.</p>
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<p>Any person who applies for a period beyond which they do not qualify, will if approved, only be granted a visa commensurate to the time they qualify for.</p>
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<p>N:B: The 6-month restriction does not apply to Canadian and American citizens due to a reciprocal arrangement.</p>
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<h2><strong>Uganda Multiple-Entry Visa requirements.</strong></h2>
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<p><strong>For 6 Months:-</strong></p>
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<ul><li>Passport (Bio-data page) with at least 6 months validity</li><li>Recent Passport size Photograph</li><li>Valid Police clearance from Interpol or home country</li><li>Proof entries and exits into Uganda in the last one year</li><li>Recommendation letter from referee one (1) in Uganda</li><li>Cover Letter stating reasons for Multiple Entry</li><li>Vaccination Certificate (Yellow Fever)</li></ul>
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<p><strong>For 1 Year (12 Months):-</strong></p>
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<ul><li>Recent Passport size Photograph (not older than 6 months)</li><li>Police clearance from Interpol or home country</li><li>Vaccination certificate (Yellow Fever)</li><li>Recommendation letters from referee Two (2) in Uganda</li><li>The passport (Bio-data page)</li><li>Cover Letter stating reasons for Multiple Entry</li><li>Proof entries and exits into Uganda in the last one year</li><li>Recommendation letters from referee one (1) in Uganda</li></ul>
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<ul><li>The passport (Bio-data page)</li><li>Recent Passport size Photograph (Not older than 6 months)</li><li>Police clearance from Interpol or home country</li><li>Proof entries and exits into Uganda in the last one year</li><li>Recommendation letters from referee one (1) in Uganda</li><li>Cover Letter stating reasons for Multiple Entry</li><li>Recommendation letters from referee Two (2) in Uganda</li><li>Vaccination certificate (Yellow Fever)</li></ul>
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<p>A Uganda transit visa is a temporary visa issued to a traveler for a short period of time, for example, if the traveler wants to <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/tour-uganda-tours"><strong>tour Uganda</strong></a> and visit some attractions without staying there and also connect to other <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/african-safari-africa-safaris-tours"><strong>Africa safari</strong></a> destination like Tanzania. It usually expires after 24 hours.</p>
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<h2><strong>What is the East Africa Tourist Visa?</strong></h2>
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<p>The <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/east-africa-safaris-tours">East Africa Travel</a> Visa is a single entry visa for travelers visiting Uganda, <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/safaris-rwanda-safari">Rwanda</a>, and <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/safaris-kenya-safari-tours">Kenya</a> simultaneously. It is valid for 90 days and cannot be extended.</p>
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<p>It is multi-entry within the three countries; however, it expires automatically if a traveler goes outside of the three (3) countries.</p>
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<p>This visa is a result of a joint initiative made by the Heads of States of the respective partner countries to boost regional tourism and create opportunities for tourists to explore the diversity of East Africa. A tourist who gets the East Africa Tourist Visa must start travel from the country that has issued the Visa.</p>
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<p><strong>How to Apply for an East African Tourist Visa?</strong>An application for an East Africa Tourist Visa may be made manually or online. The application may be made prior to the intended date of travel or on arrival at the first point of entry into Uganda, Kenya, and Rwanda where applicable.</p>
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<p>Applications can also be lodged at any of the diplomatic representation of the Republic of Uganda, the Republic of Kenya, Republic of Rwanda and, at the Immigration Offices of the respective countries or online where applicable.</p>
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<p><strong>Uganda:</strong> For those beginning their trip in Uganda, you can find information on the official Uganda Directorate of Citizenship and Immigration Control website: https://visas.immigration.go.ug/ -</p>
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<p><strong>Rwanda:</strong> For those beginning their trip in Rwanda, the East African Visa is issued upon arrival at the border post, online, at the office of a diplomatic mission of Rwanda in the applicant’s country of residence.</p>
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<p><strong>Kenya:</strong> For those beginning their trip in Kenya, you can find information on the visa application process on the consular section of your local Kenya embassy’s website</p>
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<h2><strong>Uganda Visa Fees: How much is a visa to Uganda</strong>?</h2>
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<p>The situation with yellow fever shot changes regularly, but as things stand you must produce an international health certificate showing you have has a vaccination for Yellow Fever when you <a href="https://www.safariugandasafaris.com/">visit Uganda</a> or upload it when you apply for an e-visa.</p>
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<p>Note that in 2016, the WHO extended the period of validity for an international certificate of vaccination against yellow fever from ten years to life.</p>
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<p><strong>Note: </strong>For security purposes, its recommended to detail all your important information in one document, which you can then print out and distribute in your luggage, and/store on a smartphone, and /or email to your webmail address and a reliable contact at home. The sort of things you want to include in are;</p>
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<ul><li><strong>Travel insurance details</strong></li><li><strong>24-hour emergency contact number</strong></li><li><strong>Passport number</strong></li><li><strong>Details of relative or friends to be contacted in an emergency</strong></li><li><strong>Bank and credit card details</strong></li><li><strong>Camera and lens serial number, etc</strong></li></ul>
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<p><strong>Vocalization</strong></p>
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<p><a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/gorilla-trekking-uganda-gorilla-tours-safaris">Gorillas</a> inhabit the densely forested areas where family members often cannot see each other, hence using mainly vocalization for communication. Gorilla has about 25 distinct vocalization and all have different meaning. The group leaders, Silverbacks are the ones that vocalize most.</p>
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<p>When travelling, grunts and barks are the most frequently heard sounds. These are produced to indicated where about of other member of the family. Group members probably recognised each other from these sounds.</p>
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<p>During social interactions, grunts and barks can also be used, especially when discipline is required. Roars and screams signal alarm or warning and these in most cases are produced the dominant silverback.</p>
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<p>There are also deep sounds known as rumbling belches that suggest contentment and are heard frequently during <a href="https://www.wildgorillasafaris.com/about-gorillas/what-do-gorilla-eat.html">feeding</a> and<a href="https://www.wildgorillasafaris.com/about-gorillas/how-do-gorillas-sleep.html"> resting</a> periods.</p>
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<p>Whimpering, crying, and screaming are commonly used by <a href="https://www.wildgorillasafaris.com/facts-about-gorilla-facts/what-is-a-baby-gorilla-called/">baby gorillas</a> as means of attracting their mothers’ attention to their needs.</p>
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<p>Gorillas can also hum or sing especially in the content of finding a highly preferred food and usually involves several individuals or the whole group doing at the same time.</p>
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<p>The gorillas’ emotions can also be communicated through facial expression. Just like how you may be able to read a person’s mood by their expressions, sometimes you are able to with gorillas and apes as well. The most common and distinctive expression is the play face. Play faces consist of an open mouth with low hanging bottom lip and no teeth showing. Play face is commonly displayed by juveniles and it is often paired with the gorilla equivalent of laughter.</p>
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<p>Like rambunctious kids, young gorillas play tag and even do somersaults. And gorillas consider staring a sign of hostility.</p>
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<p>You may sometimes see gorillas communicate in a couple of different ways by showing their teeth. One being “bared-teeth”, where the mouth is open and both rows of teeth are showing.</p>
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<p>This is a sign of submission or appeasement and is thought to be tied to the origins of human smiling. Particularly, male gorillas reveal their teeth through yawns. This thought to occur in a context where males are distressed or anxious and could serve as a warning sign and display of dominance.</p>
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<p><strong>Chest beating</strong></p>
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<p>Chest beating and ground thumping are also another form of communication and is mainly done by the dominant silverback to show his power and to intimidate others.</p>
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<p>Chest beating may have different meanings and in most cases, it is a sign of aggression in males. This communication method is done by beating the chest with cupped hands; males have large air sacs located in their chests, which helps carry the sound over long distances. Chest beats are also common in younger gorillas that do it while they are playing.</p>
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<p>Overall, the gorillas' senses resemble those of humans. They use all senses in their communication with conspecifics - not only seeing and hearing but also smelling and touching. The silverback possesses a characteristic smell. During a dangerous situation, they additionally emit a very specific scent which can be smelled many metres. It alerts other gorilla families without any noise.</p>
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<h4>As you plan for <strong>things to pack for a trip or your <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/safari-uganda-safaris">Uganda safari</a> packing list</strong>, the words light and right should be considered. <strong>What to pack for a safari to Uganda</strong> starts with a suitcase or duffel bag. A normal suitcase is ideal for organized tours, or for those who are travelling mostly air or private transport.</h4>
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<p>Ideally, buy a suitcase that easily slings across your back, or that rolls, or both. Travelers using public transport should either use a backpack or a suitcase that converts into one.</p>
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<p>Make sure your luggage is designed in such a manner that it can easily be padlocked. This won’t prevent a determined thief from slashing it open, but it is a real deterrent to casual theft.</p>
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<p>Also, you think about for the things to pack for your <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/">safari in Uganda</a>, you need to think of activities you will do such as; <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/gorilla-trekking-uganda-gorilla-tours-safaris"><strong>Gorilla trekking in Uganda</strong></a>, <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/chimpanzee-trekking-in-uganda-safaris-kibale"><strong>Chimpanzee tracking</strong></a>, <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/mountain-hiking-safaris-uganda-mountain-climbing-trekking-tours"><strong>Hiking and nature walks</strong></a>, <strong><a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/mountain-hiking-safaris-uganda-mountain-climbing-trekking-tours">Mountain climbing</a></strong>, <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/birding-tours-uganda-birding-safaris"><strong>Bird watching</strong></a>, <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/uganda-cultural-tours-uganda-cultural-safaris"><strong>Cultural tours</strong></a>, and others so that you don’t forget any essential item for a particular activity.</p>
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<h2>Below is a <strong>list of</strong> <strong>things to pack for a <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/tour-uganda-tours">trip</a></strong><a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/tour-uganda-tours"> to Uganda</a>.</h2>
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<ol><li><strong>Safari clothes—clothes for your safari in Uganda</strong></li></ol>
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<p>Bright colors should be avoided while carrying out <a href="https://www.safariugandasafaris.com/">Uganda safari</a> activities in the jungle, but these can be used while at the lodge or hotel. It is strongly advised to <strong>bring clothes with neutral </strong><strong>colors</strong> such as green, Khaki, and light brown.</p>
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<ul><li><strong>Face masks:</strong> Every individual traveler is advised to carry a mask(s). While in Uganda, you will be required to wear quality N95 masks, surgical masks, or cloth masks with filters as one of <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/blog/uganda-coronavirus-travel-standard-operating-procedures-sops.html"><strong>Uganda COVID-19 Standard Operating Procedure</strong> (SOPs).</a></li><li><strong>T-shirt, shirt or blouse: </strong>You’re advised to <strong>bring long-sleeved shirts</strong> <strong>to protect you from the sun and insects</strong> during hiking and nature walks, <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/gorilla-trekking-uganda-gorilla-tours-safaris">gorilla trekking</a>, <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/chimpanzee-trekking-in-uganda-safaris-kibale">chimpanzee trekking</a>, and <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/birding-tours-uganda-birding-safaris">bird-watching</a> hikes. A long-sleeved shirt will also offer you protection against cuts from branches, vines, and stinging nettles. Use wrinkle-free items especially with shirts.</li></ul>
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<ul><li><strong>Long trousers:</strong> Carry light cotton trousers which can dry more quickly and weigh less. You should avoid light colors as they show dirt more easily. Two pairs of trousers can be enough for your <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/tour-uganda-tours"><strong>tour in Uganda</strong>.</a></li><li><strong>Shorts</strong>: These are acceptable more especially on men though Ugandans consider them inappropriate on grown men. You should not wear them during <a href="https://www.wildgorillasafaris.com/gorilla-trekking/uganda-gorilla-safari-tours/">Uganda gorilla trekking</a> and <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/chimpanzee-trekking-in-uganda-safaris-kibale">chimpanzee tracking</a>.</li><li><strong>Skirt:</strong> Like trousers, skirts should be made of light natural fabric such as cotton. It is advisable to wear skirts that go below the knees. You may need 1 skirt for your <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/safari-uganda-safaris"><strong>safari in Uganda</strong></a>.</li><li><strong>Sweater</strong>/<strong>fleece Jacket: </strong>Heat and sunshine are Africa’s most renowned attributes yet the chilly mornings and nights may momentarily make you forget how much you sweated at noon.</li></ul>
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<p>Temperatures in Uganda cools down at night and in the morning especially at the highest altitude like in Fort Portal, <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/bwindi-impenetrable-national-park"><strong>Bwindi Impenetrable National National Park</strong></a> region, <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/mgahinga-gorilla-national-park">Mgahinga National Park</a> region, the <a href="https://mountainrwenzorinationalparkuganda.com/">Rwenzori Mountains National Park</a> and other areas. For general-purpose, one warm sweater or fleece Jacket should be adequate.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFq2gl3AonjnJ64cEDD4VySdV6qdUXPSxR65FlCoee7o_GRXcLIrHMwmW_qQy0ASOiT0FU6H8caTqeZFK2Qluo2fLPdufN1L6qQgPio3gaopLk-yvVhqNHAHHA9x1i9afK91QC08Tggfy5/s582/aa-gorilla-trekking-packing-list-582x388.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="388" data-original-width="582" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFq2gl3AonjnJ64cEDD4VySdV6qdUXPSxR65FlCoee7o_GRXcLIrHMwmW_qQy0ASOiT0FU6H8caTqeZFK2Qluo2fLPdufN1L6qQgPio3gaopLk-yvVhqNHAHHA9x1i9afK91QC08Tggfy5/s320/aa-gorilla-trekking-packing-list-582x388.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p>
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<ul><li><strong>A light rain jacket/poncho:</strong> This is also very essential for visitors more especially those interested in visiting <a href="https://bwindiforestnationalparkuganda.com/">Bwindi Impenetrable National Park</a> for <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/gorilla-trekking-uganda-gorilla-tours-safaris">gorilla trekking</a>, <a href="https://kibaleforestnationalparkuganda.com/">Kibale National Park</a> for chimpanzee trekking, <a href="https://mgahinganationalparkuganda.com/">Mgahinga Gorilla National Park</a> for gorilla trekking, and Mountain climbing destinations like Elgon and Rwenzori. This will protect from rain as it can rain any time in these areas.</li><li><strong>Shoes, boots, and sandals:</strong> White shoes are not recommended on a <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/tour-uganda-tours">Uganda safari tour</a> as they easily get dirty and it is not easy to clean them. In Kampala or Entebbe, you can put lightweight shoes and ensure that they shined– once again culturally you get a lot more respect. Sandals will be perfect around the lodge.</li></ul>
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<ul><li><strong>Light-weight waterproof hiking boots or shoes </strong>are also very essential if you are interested in <a href="https://gorillatrekking-uganda.com/">gorilla trekking</a>, <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/chimpanzee-trekking-in-uganda-safaris-kibale">chimpanzee trekking</a>, <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/mountain-hiking-safaris-uganda-mountain-climbing-trekking-tours">mountain hiking</a>, <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/birding-tours-uganda-birding-safaris">bird watching</a>, hikes and nature walks. A good pair of hiking shoes, preferably made of leather and with some ankle support, is a good compromise.</li><li><strong>Socks:</strong> Cotton or wool socks are good. Bear in mind that re-using them when sweaty will encourage fungal infections such athlete’s foot. You will need to pack some good hiking socks if you are interested in gorilla trekking and mountain hiking and climbing activities during your<a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/"><strong> safaris in Uganda.</strong></a></li><li><strong>Strong gardening gloves:</strong> You strongly advised to carry sturdy gardening gloves if you are interested in <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/gorilla-trekking-in-uganda-bwindi-mgahinga"><strong>gorilla trekking in Uganda.</strong></a> The gloves will protect you while supporting your selves on tree branches or vines. They give you protection against stinging nettles. When you meet the gorillas, you can put off them to take good photos.</li></ul>
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<p>Uganda is on the Equator. You are advised to carry sun protection gear to protect you from the strong equatorial sun during your safaris and <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/tour-uganda-tours">tours in Uganda.</a></p>
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<h2><strong>Below are the essential sun protection items to carry for your safari in Uganda;</strong></h2>
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<ul><li><strong>Sunscreen/sun blocker cream:</strong> This will give protection to your face and eyes from Uganda’s hot Equatorial sun.</li><li><strong>A wide-brimmed safari hat:</strong> Carry one with a cord so that it does not get blown off as you ride through the wild. It should be large enough to cover not just your head but neck too. You can actually buy one in Uganda at curio shops.</li><li><strong>Sunglasses:</strong> These will protect you from the direct sunshine especially on your game drives.</li><li><strong>Umbrella:</strong> This can be useful against rain and sunshine.</li></ul>
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<ul><li>You must carry a valid negative COVID-19 Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) test certificate issued no more than 72 hours issued not more than 72 hours before the date of arrival.</li><li><strong>A passport:</strong> This needed for all foreign visitors and must be valid for at least six months. It has to be with a clean and full visa page for endorsement.</li><li><strong>Visa:</strong> Citizens of most countries must have a visa to travel to Uganda. Visas can be obtained in advance through an official online visa-application portal, but they can also be obtained through your local Uganda embassy or high commission, or on arrival at Entebbe International Airport.</li><li>Uganda tourist visas work for Uganda only but there is also the East African Tourist Visa which covers <a href="https://www.safariugandasafaris.com/">Uganda</a>,<a href="https://kenyasafaristours.com/"> Kenya</a> and <a href="https://rwandagorillatracking-safaris.com/">Rwanda</a>.</li><li><strong>A valid yellow fever vaccination certificate: </strong>This will be required as part of a visa application.</li><li>You will also need to travel with your <strong>tickets, travel insurance documents, </strong>and <strong>safari itinerary.</strong></li></ul>
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<p><strong>Note:</strong> Always keep copies of travel documents with you while on<a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/safari-uganda-safaris"> <strong>safari tours in Uganda</strong>.</a> You can keep digital copies of your passport pages and other travel documents on your smartphone of tablet. The most important document that you should always be prepared to show to immigration and customs officials is your passport, and your stamped visa if applied prior to arrival.</p>
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<p>Basic first aid kits are available at many Uganda lodges, hotels and camps, but you should always have one with you should an emergency arise. Below are what can constitute this kit;</p>
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<ul><li><strong>Hand sanitizer. You will need to regularly sanitize during this period of COVID-19.</strong></li><li><strong>Insect repellent</strong></li><li><strong>Anti-malarial tablets</strong></li><li><strong>Pain killers e.g. aspirin or Panadol (prescribed by your physician)</strong></li><li><strong>Bandages and cotton</strong></li><li><strong>Preventive medication for diarrhea, stomach and headaches</strong></li><li><strong>Your prescription medicines and treatment for any chronic illnesses</strong></li><li><strong>Preventative pharmaceuticals</strong></li><li><strong>Cold and allergy medicine</strong></li><li><strong>Stomachache medicines</strong></li><li><strong>Diarrhea and medicine</strong></li><li><strong>Prescription antibiotics effective fight against a range of bacteria</strong></li><li><strong>Antihistamines</strong></li><li><strong>Ibuprofen</strong></li><li><strong>Prescription Medications</strong></li></ul>
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<p><a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/hotels-in-uganda-hotels">Lodges and hotels in Uganda</a> provide some toiletries but it is ideal that you have your own in case you decide to camp far from the luxury of the safari lodge. These include;</p>
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<ul><li><strong>Wet wipes; to cleanse your face or body of the dust that accumulates from the game drives before you get a full-blown shower.</strong></li><li><strong>Toothpaste and a toothbrush</strong></li><li><strong>Shampoo, conditioner and soap; lodges and camps supply these but if you prefer your own, feel free to bring it on board in a small size travel bottle.</strong></li><li><strong>Small towel</strong></li><li><strong>Body Lotion</strong></li><li><strong>Comb and small mirror</strong></li><li><strong>Ant – bacteria gel, hand- wipes, and Kleenex</strong></li></ul>
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<ul><li>While on you <strong><a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/">Uganda safaris and tours</a>,</strong> you will need to capture every magical moment. Uganda is blessed with a variety of wildlife such as chimpanzees, mountain gorillas, a variety of monkeys, lions, elephants, a variety of birds and many others as well stunning landscapes.</li><li>You will need a good long-range camera that allows you to capture a great level of detail in a photo so that you can easily capture images of wildlife that are a bit far from you during game drives.</li><li>You also need that camera that allows you to shoot in low-light conditions because you will be trekking deep in the forest. Remembers to bring spare memory cards and batteries as you will want to take lots of photos.</li></ul>
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<ul><li>A good pair of binoculars is very essential if you want to get a good look at birds or to watch distant mammals in <strong><a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/uganda-national-parks-uganda-safari-game-parks">Uganda safari parks</a>.</strong></li><li>Uganda is a great bird-watching destination with over 1073 species of birds. Get the most expensive you can afford (at least 8x or better still 10x magnification).</li></ul>
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<ul><li>A good torch (flashlight) is very essential. It can be pitch black in the bush or in your tent in the middle of the night.</li><li>A rechargeable torch is ideal but a small battery-powered torch is sufficient. The new LED miner’s lights that fit on your head (and leave your hands free) are also a good option.</li><li>A smaller (pencil) torch for emergencies or looking at star maps is also worth considering. Most lodges will provide a torch or will walk you back to your lodge as required, but being self-sufficient is always a good idea.</li></ul>
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<ul><li>Most Uganda safari lodges and hotels have Wi-Fi in the lounge area.</li><li>In case you’re the kind that likes to upload your experiences on social media on the go – then these items will be of great use to you as you look to keep people at home informed on your journeys.</li><li>You can choose to roam or buy a local sim card but this requires that your mobile phone should be unlocked.</li></ul>
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<ul><li><strong>ATM/Credit cards, (let your bank know you’ll be travelling abroad before you leave)</strong></li><li><strong>Bird and animal guidebooks</strong></li><li><strong>Health-insurance card (check to see if your health-care provider has an overseas partner)</strong></li><li><strong>Healthy snacks (chewy granola bars, dried fruit, mini bagels, nuts, and pretzels)</strong></li><li><strong>Local guidebooks and Maps</strong></li><li><strong>Money belt</strong></li></ul>
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<p>A day pack should be one bag that carries a day’s worth of supplies. This may include packed lunch, a rain poncho, a few toiletries like sanitizer, and flashlight</p>
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<p><a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/">Gorilla trekking</a> involves a group of 8 tourists walking through dense tropical montane forests (for about 1-8 hours) in search of habituated gorillas until they find them and spend an hour with them in their natural habitat<strong>, learning about their</strong>;</p>
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<ul><li>Behaviors</li><li>Habits</li><li>Lifestyles</li><li>Taking photographs, and</li><li>Recording the moments</li></ul>
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<p><strong>We share up to 98.5% of our DNA with gorillas</strong> but for decade most encounters with gorillas were, sadly, from behind the inches-thick Perspex of a zoo enclosure, or as a slapstick caricature in a cheap horror movie.</p>
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<p>But now <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/gorilla-trekking-rwanda-gorilla-tours">gorilla trekking in Rwanda</a>, Uganda, and Congo <strong>gives visitors a rare opportunity to witness every interaction of these gentle, mysterious apes in their natural environment.</strong></p>
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<p>This has been made possible thanks to the rapid progress made by the Uganda, Rwanda and DR Congo Authorities, who have recognized the importance of gorilla conservation and the role that well-regulated tourism, can play in protecting the species, and as a vital source of revenue.</p>
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<p><a href="https://www.wildgorillasafaris.com/">Gorilla treks</a> are led by a professional ranger guide who accompanies the visitors through the dense montane forests.</p>
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<p><a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/gorilla-trekking-uganda-gorilla-tours-safaris">Gorillas Trekking</a> is not very easy, though it worth it. It requires some degree of physical fitness and <a href="https://www.wildgorillasafaris.com/gorilla-trekking-uganda/gorilla-permit-gorilla-trekking-permits/">gorilla permits</a> that give you access to the gorilla are not cheap. <a href="https://www.wildgorillasafaris.com/gorilla-trekking-uganda/gorilla-trekking-rules-and-regulations-in-uganda/">Trekking rules and regulations</a> are strictly enforced, for example;</p>
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<ul><li>You must stay with the ranger guide and at least 7 meters away from gorillas. This sometime implies slowly moving to regain a 7 meter distance as these peaceful creatures can move in for a closer look.</li><li>This is intended to protect the gorillas as visitors; due to the fact that gorillas can wild pick up a human virus for which they have no immunity and which could wipe out the whole population.</li><li>Photographs are taken but no flash.</li><li>Speak in low voice and make no sudden movement</li><li>If necessary to cough, turn away and cover your mouth, the main cause of mountain gorilla death is pneumonia.</li><li>Treks are limited to a maximum of 8 persons per group.</li></ul>
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<p>The weather and climate in the gorilla parks is variable and unpredictable. Visits commonly include cold, cool, and hot weather as well as rain and sun. Therefore;-</p>
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<ul><li>Waterproof hiking shoes are essential,</li><li>Hat</li><li>Gardening gloves to protect against stinging nettles.</li><li>Long sleeved shirts</li><li>Safari trousers</li><li>Light waterproof jacket</li><li>Warm sweater</li></ul>
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<p>As of today, there are about 1063 in the whole world and Uganda is home to more than half of mountain gorillas on Earth.</p>
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<ul><li><a href="https://www.wildgorillasafaris.com/gorilla-trekking/uganda-gorilla-safari-tours/"><strong>Gorilla treks in Uganda </strong></a>are done in <a href="https://bwindiforestnationalparkuganda.com/"><strong>Bwindi Impenetrable National Park </strong></a>with a population of about 459 gorillas and <a href="https://mgahinganationalparkuganda.com/"><strong>Mgahinga gorilla National Park</strong></a>, in the southwestern region of the country.</li><li><a href="https://www.wildgorillasafaris.com/gorilla-trekking-rwanda-gorilla-tours-safaris/"><strong>Gorilla trekking in Rwanda</strong></a> is done in <a href="https://volcanoesnationalpark.net/">Volcanoes National Park</a> in the Northern Province of Rwanda. Rwanda has the second highest population of mountain gorillas in the world.</li><li><a href="https://wildgorillasafaris.com/gorilla-trekking/congo-gorilla-safari-tours/"><strong>Gorilla trekking in Congo</strong></a> is <a href="https://virunganationalparkcongodrc.com/">Virunga National Park</a> in Eastern part of the country for mountain gorillas and <a href="https://kahuzibieganationalparkcongo.com/">Kahuzi Biega National Park</a> for lowland gorilla trekking.</li></ul>
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<h2><strong>History of Mountain Gorilla trekking in Africa</strong></h2>
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<ul><li>According to history, mountain <a href="https://www.wildgorillasafaris.com/">gorilla trekking in Africa</a> dates back to 1902, when Robert Von Beringe, a Germany captain, and the first European observed the Mountain Gorillas on the Sabyinyo Volcano. Later the <a href="https://www.wildgorillasafaris.com/facts-about-gorilla-facts/what-is-a-gorilla/#page-part">Mountain gorilla</a> was named Gorilla beringei by Matschie in 1903.</li><li>In 1963, American primatologist and conservationist, <strong>Dian Fossey</strong> began her study on mountain gorillas, their protection and habituation.</li><li>She was murdered by heartless and cruel poachers in volcanoes National Park having spent 18 years of her life saving and protecting these precious apes that were on the verge of extinction.</li><li>Her work is best described in the internationally acclaimed movie; “<strong>Gorillas in the Mist” </strong>that exposed <a href="https://www.primeugandasafaris.com/gorilla-trekking-uganda-gorilla-tours-safaris">gorilla trekking</a> to the world.</li><li>The 1978 BBC television series, “Life on Earth”, featuring David Attenborough’s encounter with the mountain gorillas also brought the whole plight of saving these mighty primates to a craze, bringing thousands of travelers to this part of the world just to spend a few moments with our cousins</li><li>Stories said about the encounter differ only in narration, but the experience is generally one to cherish forever.</li><li>Environmentalists and governments have been jealously protecting the mountain gorillas since the early 1980s, with numbers increasing from 254 in 1981 to 1,063 in the recent 2018 census, thanks to these efforts anyone can go and see them.</li></ul>
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