Places to see: Africa

Area - 766 square kilometers 

Approx distance from Kampala: 360 kms / 550 kms estimated transit time: 5 hrs / 7 hrs

It contiguous with the northern end of Queen Elizabeth National Park, but Kibale is much wetter with a unique moist forest habitat and an extremely high diversity of animals and plants. This mature tropical rainforest supports the highest number of primate species in Uganda, and one of the highest primate densities in the world. There are 12 species of primates located here: Red Colubus monkey, black-and-white Colubus monkey, Red Tail monkey, L'hoest's monkey, Blue monkey, Mangabey, Olive baboons and several communities of chimpanzee. About 400 species of birds have been reported in Kibale. A number of these species are found only in this park. In addition, over 150 species of butterflies and a large number of moths can be discovered here.

Area '2,600 km2

It is the vast number of baobabs that first capture the eye as you enter Tarangire National Park. The gently rolling countryside is dotted with these majestic trees, which seem to dwarf the animals that feed beneath them.

The Park is spectacular in the dry season when many of the migratory wildlife species come back to the permanent waters of Tarangire River. Huge herds of wildebeest, zebras, elephants, eland and oryx gather to stay in Tarangire until the onset of the rains when they migrate again to good grazing areas. The swamps are the focus for 550 bird varieties, the most breeding species in one habitat anywhere in the world. On drier ground you find Kori bustards, the heaviest flying bird, the stocking thighed ostrich, the world's largest bird, and ground hornbills that bluster like turkeys. Tarangire's pythons climb trees, as do its lions and leopards, lounging in the branches where the fruit of the sausage tree disguises the twitch of a tail.

Area ' 55,000 km2

The largest African reserve is crossed by the Rufiji River and its tributaries, which form a network of lakes ideal for boat safaris. Wildlife observation and bird watching (350 species) take place in a superb natural setting. Respecting nature's rhythm, you can be assured of close contact with the wildlife. You can also participate in walking safaris with a ranger and a 4 wheel drive safaris.

Area '10,300 km2

Situated in the center of the country, the second largest National Park is bordered by the Ruaha River and offers spectacular viewpoints. From July to December the wildlife is concentrated on the banks of the river and around the watering holes. You will see herds of elephants, giraffes, prides of lions and Great Kudus without moving from the banks. Unique combinations of animals co-exist here ' both the greater and lesser kudu, sable and roan antelope ' Ruaha being the only protected area in the world where the flora and fauna of eastern and southern Africa overlap. The setting is exceptionally well preserved. The best way to get to Ruaha is by air.