What to do and see in Western Region, Western Region: The Best Things to do

October 26, 2021 Viva Honore

Discover the best top things to do in Western Region, Uganda including Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, Murchison Falls, Rwenzori Moutains National Park, Murchison Falls National Park, Mgahinga Gorilla National Park, Bigodi Wetlands Sanctuary, Kazinga Channel, Queen Elizabeth National Park, Lake Mburo National Park, Semuliki National Park.
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1. Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

Buhoma Uganda +256 41 4355000 [email protected] http://www.ugandawildlife.org/explore-our-parks/parks-by-name-a-z/bwindi-impenetrable-national-park
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5.0 based on 1,379 reviews

Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

Reviewed By BhattiSherry - Jinja, Uganda

The gorilla trek (and TRACK also- since we were actually being guided by the scouts who were tracking the family in real time!) was a totally awesome experience which is unique to this part of the world! The trek involves steep ascents/descents and demands good physical fitness. The one hour stay with the gorilla family is memorable and is a lifetime experience. Some tips:- 1. Wear good trekking shoes which are ankle high. If not available, ask your lodge in advance to arrange for gumboots from the UWA rangers at $10 per pair. Absolutely necessary, do not try to trek in sneakers/normal shoes. 2. Carry 2 litres water per person. If the sun is shining, it can cause dehydration fast. 3. Hiring a porter is useful particularly if you are not at the top of your fitness or are middle aged. He carries the backpack too. Cost is $15 but most trekkers pay more because of the superb assistance. 4. A rain jacket is necessary, it can rain anytime. 5. Nkuringo sector is the toughest trek but the most rewarding. Buhoma and Rushaga are comparatively easier. 6. It may take as long as 6-7 hours before return, so carry energy bars as well as the packed lunch provided by the lodge.

2. Murchison Falls

Paraa Masindi, Murchison Falls National Park Uganda +256 775 159837 http://www.murchisonfallssafaris.com
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5.0 based on 342 reviews

Murchison Falls

Reviewed By wdp5bits - Hartbeespoort, South Africa

At least this activity is included in your 40$ entrance fee for Murshison Park. Very rare.. The most Powerful waterfall in Africa for sure!!! Turnoff road about 13 kilos is quick and almost finished with construction. Feel the mist on your skin!!!!

3. Rwenzori Moutains National Park

Nyakalengija, Kasese Uganda +47 920 85 247 [email protected] http://www.ugandawildlife.org/national-parks/rwenzori-mountains-national-park
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4.5 based on 144 reviews

Rwenzori Moutains National Park

This mountainous area may be better known as the "Mountains of the Moon."

Reviewed By Jonathan_Danik

I did the 8 day trek with Magherita Peak, and the team was great. The guides are amazing! I recommend them

4. Murchison Falls National Park

Murchison Falls P.O.Box 455, Masindi Uganda +256 41 4355000 http://www.murchisonfallsnationalpark.com
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4.5 based on 626 reviews

Murchison Falls National Park

Reviewed By 744markk - Entebbe, Uganda

Once you step in the park all your body parts will be open up It was a wonderful trip because we got what our interrest was.. Our interrest was to see the climbing lion and other wild animal And ofcourse we got it.. So it made everyone to get satisfied since we feed our interrest with what we wanted..! And also when we went to an afternoon boat ride, it again made it wonderful because we saw the Aquatic animals, Hippos, Crocodiles and other birds species on the shores of nile Murchison falls National park.. Its a life time, wildlife game safaris i would recommend anyone to go to.. And unwind him or her self.. With an Experienced guide called Mark dantee kiyimba Contact/ Whatsapp +256753616294/+256778616294

5. Mgahinga Gorilla National Park

Kisoro Uganda +256 712 172005 [email protected] http://www.mgahingagorillanationalpark.com/
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4.5 based on 167 reviews

Mgahinga Gorilla National Park

Reviewed By calebruth - Doha, Qatar

Fabulous gorilla trekking experience. Great guides (employed by the national park) and wonderful to see these gentle giants in their natural habitat.

6. Bigodi Wetlands Sanctuary

Kamwenge Road, Fort Portal Uganda +256 772 468113 [email protected] https://bigoditourism.com
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4.5 based on 119 reviews

Bigodi Wetlands Sanctuary

Reviewed By Rob6594 - San Diego, United States

We had a wonderful time touring the Bigodi Wetlands Sanctuary with our excellent guides Joseph and Jimmy. They were truly outstanding in their knowledge and expertise! Both men were very knowledgeable and fun to be around. Joseph knew many bird calls and it was nice to hear him call out and have birds respond. We saw an expansive variety of plants and animals (birds, mammals, fish, reptiles, and invertebrates) on our 3-hour walk, making this trip a very memorable one. We were also able to hear about Joseph’s youth club, the Kibale Conservation Club. It was really cool to learn about efforts going on to educate children and young adults about the importance of environmental science and wildlife conservation. Thank you Joseph and Jimmy for allowing us to have such an amazing day!

7. Kazinga Channel

Queen Elizabeth National Park Uganda +256 39 2796773 http://www.queenelizabethnationalpark.com/kazinga-channel.html
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4.5 based on 642 reviews

Kazinga Channel

Reviewed By ernieLoomisCa

We had a small private boat arranged by our driver/guide for $32 p/p.(note this is the same price as other tours) Departed directly from our accommodation. The guide, Martin was a former park ranger with UWA. The company name was Kazinga Channel Beach, Beach Communtty Tourism project. I’m sure the lodge can hook you up if you decide to go with him. This two hour tour was full of excellent information by our well informed guide. Loved the ability to get close to the elephants and buffalo at bathing time, tons of hippos and assorted bird life. While we could give QENP a miss, the 2 hour boat ride was well worth it and the best reason to visit this park

8. Queen Elizabeth National Park

410 kilometers from Kampala, Kasese Uganda +256 772 643048 [email protected] http://queenelizabethparkuganda.com
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4.5 based on 78 reviews

Queen Elizabeth National Park

Queen Elizabeth National Park is Uganda's most popular national park. It is a good place for game viewing and boat rides.

Reviewed By eyalama - Kampala, Uganda

We had 3days in the wilderness of Queen Elizabeth national park,was so great the most amazing thing is boats cruise with plentiful spices of birds, morning game drive for tree climbing lions in Ishasha sector down part of the the park was incredible: photography by: Andrea Fedrich

9. Lake Mburo National Park

Mbarara Uganda +256 41 4355000 [email protected] http://lakemburo.com/
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4.0 based on 250 reviews

Lake Mburo National Park

Reviewed By Hillarykatumwa - Kampala, Uganda

The experience in lake Mburo National Park is far unique when compared to other National parks in Uganda.This is not because the park has different animals like gorillas and chimps, nooooo simply because human cattle graze together with wild animals. i was so amazed to see beautiful looking zebras eat on the same grass with cattle.The giraffes in this park are so amazing.The first national park from which i took a boat cruise and sported an African fish eagle for the first time. The experience in this park is soooo rewarding.

10. Semuliki National Park

Fort Portal Uganda +256 41 4355000 [email protected] http://www.ugandawildlife.org/other-parks/semuliki-national-park
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4.0 based on 36 reviews

Semuliki National Park

Reviewed By martintj2014 - Braintree, United Kingdom

Went there 5 times during 2019. You need a guide, and they are such an asset. You can just walk to the 2 hot springs and cook food and return or be a bit more adventurous. The hot springs are great to see hot water bubbling up and steam rising from the pools. Often too hot when temperature over 30'C. If you're more interested in trees, insects, butterlies, birds or monkeys then it is heading off for several hours into the jungle with a guide. It's great, that is why I went back so often. If you're interested in particular animals etc try and ring a few days before arrival to get a guide who is better in what you want to see. I commonly saw numerous trees, 12 types of butterly, 3 types on monkey, 30+ types of tree and 40+ types of birds. Weather often very hot. Several trips I thought I needed beach wear for the heat, but a burka and wellies for the insects! A compromise was trainers with long trousers tucked into my socks (though wellies would have been better), sun hat, sun screen, water, binocular/camera were well used. A great atmosphere walking through a big forest, you could easily imagine yourself being an intrepid explorer. The last 3 months part of the jungle was flooded, which was bad to the trees and animals.

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