Uganda has been ranked to be the leading tourist destination country in the world, according to Lonely planet survey. The Lonely planet is one of the world’s leading travel website, and its ranking of Uganda as the best destination to visit in 2012 arises out of the survey which was conducted world wide.
Most tourists around the world agreed that Uganda is the best destination in Africa and thus it is worthy to visit in 2012. The Lonely Planet went ahead and highlighted some of the best tourist attractions and places that Uganda has.
The Lonely Planet has highlighted some of the best treasures of Uganda including its national parks. Uganda has 10 different national parks, all of which are virgin and thrive with interesting flora and fauna.
According to the guide, Uganda lies at a point also where savannah meets the vast lakes of East Africa, and where snow-capped mountains bear down on sprawling jungles. There is also a surprising comeback of Uganda’s tourism. “Not so long ago, the tyrannical dictator and ‘Last King of Scotland’ Idi Amin helped hunt Uganda’s big game to the brink of extinction, but today the wildlife is returning with a vengeance” observed the LP.
The guide also highlighted the unique Source of the Nile that is found at Jinja. It reported that here is the source of the river Nile – that mythical place explorers sought since Roman times.
Lots More Await You in Uganda
Uganda is a rewarding destination. There are many bird species with over 1000 bird species recorded in the country. Queen Elizabeth national park itself has over 600 bird species, and Murchison National park has a concentration of animals and has the mighty Murchison falls which is a fascinating site.
Uganda also is a home to the half of the world’s remaining mountain Gorillas with two national parks;Bwindi impenetrable national park and Mgahinga national park. Most tourists are interested in Gorilla tracking and make it to Uganda to do the Gorilla tracking adventure.
Therefore if you are an adventure seeker, you should not miss including Uganda in your African safari. Lots of adventures including wildlife safaris, birding tours and gorilla tracking tours await you in Uganda. There are thrilling hiking tours to the ever glaciated mountain range in Rwenzori National park. Tourists who like hiking adventure should not miss to climb the mountains of the moon.
Safety of Uganda
Visitors to Uganda should not be worried of visiting Uganda. Kampala, is one of Africa’s safest capital cities and a visitor is bound to experience thrills during his holiday.
