Uganda is undoubtedly a splendid country and remarkably most popular as a whole-round safari destination in East Africa. This is one reason why it is considerably one of the most preferred travel destinations to most holidaymakers with plans to spend their holidays in Africa. Uganda is strategically positioned in East Africa along the Equator crossing which makes its weather and climatic conditions favorable all-year-round.
Besides, its unique weather patterns are also influenced by Lake Victoria, East Africa’s largest fresh lake that covers also Kenya and Tanzania. When planning your next Uganda holiday safari, 2 seasons are essential to put into consideration if you are to enjoy the best of Uganda-The pearl of Africa. These include; the dry and wet seasons-which also come in 2 phases-the short and long dry/wet seasons. Understanding when to visit a destination like Uganda-The Pearl of Africa in East Africa is one most significant aspect that is expected of any holidaymaker who is planning for unforgettable Uganda holiday safari.
To enjoy favorable conditions on Uganda holiday safari, the 2 dry seasons are the best time to visit Uganda. That is from June, July, August, September and December, January to February-these are the best months also peak months of the year. These are the most preferred months if you are to enjoy the best of Uganda gorilla trekking experience, chimpanzee tracking, golden monkey tracking in the country’s rainforest protected areas or volcano hiking, mountaineering, game drives in the savanna parks like Murchison Falls National Park, Queen Elizabeth National Park.
The 2 wet/rainy seasons fall between March, April, May – long rain patterns and October, November – characterized by short rain patterns. These most preferable by holidaymakers who are interested in bird watching while on Uganda safari. The busiest month of the year in Uganda across its 10 parks is December which attracts holidaymakers on Christmas festive season and other travelers. The wet seasons are also characterized by lush and green vegetation with most wildlife spotted giving birth.
Visiting Uganda during the rain/wet/low season is fine to most holidaymakers because the accommodation choices are available at the most affordable rates. Also, you indulge yourself into the jungles less of crowds since few holidaymakers visit during this season making it the best if you are backpacker or budget visitor. Birding is interesting between November & April since most migrant birds can easily be spotted although this experience is available throughout the year.
Note: Temperature range fluctuates across the different parks of Uganda and other regions. But generally, the weather conditions are favorable and holidaymakers can meet their dreams in a destination of their choice.
Packing for Uganda gorilla safari.
Once you have understood when to visit Uganda, next, it is essential to know key items to carry to make your holiday tour complete and memorable. The list of items to have on a Uganda trip and shouldn’t miss out on your packing list including daypack, camera, safari clothes, gardening gloves, gorilla permits if you are interested in gorilla trekking or chimpanzee permits for chimp tracking/golden monkey permits for golden monkey tracking experience; sunscreen, insect repellents, cash, snacks, bottled drinking water.
What to do on Uganda holiday safari?
Uganda has endless options of experiences and activities for holidaymakers to engage in while on Uganda tour. The most sought-after activities that attract most holidaymakers to Uganda include mountain gorilla trekking, chimpanzee trekking, golden monkey tracking, game viewing, mountaineering with highest number of trekkers usually recorded during the 2 peak/high/dry seasons.
Other activities include zip lining, boat cruise, bird watching, jet boating, white water rafting, horseback riding, hot air balloon experience, nature walks, cultural experiences, honeymoon tours, cave exploration, city tours and a lot more.
