Northern Uganda is one of the regions that is less visited by tourists yet it has some of the best national parks and cultures that should lure many to this region. In this article, we will explore possible northern Uganda tourist attractions that one can visit if he/she chooses the northern circuit. Northern Uganda tourist attractions include Murchison Falls National park and Kidepo valley National Park.

Why Northern Uganda tourist attractions

Murchison Falls National Park as part of the Northern Uganda tourist attractions is the largest conservation area where so many tourist activities can be enjoyed. A game drive in Murchison Falls can only be compared to only those in Kidepo Valley National Park. A boat cruise to the base of Victoria falls where water squeezes itself into a narrow gorge to explode into what has been termed as the strongest and powerful waterfalls on the planet earth. You can’t get this experience anywhere apart from Murchison Falls National Park. On this same boat cruise, you get a chance of seeing many animals such as hippos, crocodiles, buffaloes, elephants and so much more. You then have a boat cruise to the delta where wildlife experience is stunning. You may encounter several animals such as elephants, buffaloes and hippos crossing while the delta area is also popular with the rare shoebill stock. In Murchison Falls National Park, you get a chance of trekking habituated chimpanzees in Budongo Forest at Kaniyo Pabidi. Budongo forest has the highest number of chimpanzees in Uganda and while at Murchison Falls National Park, one can trek chimps at slightly lower costs compared to Kibale Forest National Park.

Kidepo Valley National Park is among northern Uganda tourist attractions that are worth visiting. Located in north eastern Uganda, Kidepo National Park has been rated as one of the best places to go for a game drive. No other place that you can see many animals than Kidepo. This combined with the Karimajongo culture, you get a perfect culture. Encounter Africa Safaris limited offers safaris including northern Uganda tourists attractions and if contacted, we will give you all details.