East African countries includes Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda and others. Wildlife and primates are among the many attractions offered in East African members. Visitors come and combine 3 or more East
African trip enjoying most of what they offer.
Some of the wildlife found in East Africa include, the big five which include (Leopard, Lion, Buffaloes, Elephants, and Rhinos) Hyenas,Giraffes, Zebras, hippos, wildebeest and many more. Example of primates in East Africa include Mountain gorillas, Chimpanzees, Golden monkeys, and many more.
It is possible to do cross border trips in East Africa countries, For instance Kenya Uganda safari, Uganda Rwanda safari. A visitor can decide to do wildlife in Kenya or Tanzania and then primates in Uganda
or Rwanda.
Some of powerful Destinations in East African countries.
1Uganda.
Uganda is gifted by nature, there are so many attractions which can be explored in this country. Uganda do not offer only wildlife and primates, there others like Rich culture, water bodies, mountains and many more.
Some of the destinations in Uganda are listed here below.
Bwindi National Park. This is located in western Uganda, one of the famous destinations in Uganda having almost half of the remaining mountain gorilla in the world. This makes it a busy destination as many
visitors come to see the endangered species. Many things are said about mountain gorillas and every one would wish to be next a gorilla family
Mgahinga National Park. The same way as Bwindi, Mgahinga has Mountain gorillas which calls it home. Tracking is organized every day and since Mgahinga National Park is on Virunga which is shared
between 3 countries and Rwanda inclusive, many visitors do Combine the two countries, they visit Rwanda and also come and do Gorilla Tracking in Mgahinga National Park.
Kibale National Park: This is a national park in Uganda known to be home to 13 species of primates. The major attraction in this forest is Chimpanzees. Tracking and habituation are organized in this park to see
the close relatives of humans. Other activities in this park include, Nature walks, birding and many more.
Queen Elizabeth National Park: This is a wildlife park in Uganda famous in animals like the big five, tree climbing lions, kazinga channel, chimpanzee tracking in kyambura and many more. Wildlife can be seen
in the game drive and boat cruise on Kazinga channel.
Murchison Falls National Park: Murchison Falls National Park is the biggest wild life park in Uganda famous in wildlife, The falls, birds and many more. Activities like Game drives, boat cruise, Nature walk to the top of the falls, birding, Community encounters and many more.
2Rwanda.
Rwanda is the land of a thousand hills, home to many attractions in major tourism destinations. Rwanda is known for being secure, clean hospitality, infrastructure and many more. Here below are the some of
famous destinations in Rwanda.
Volcano national park. It is the only wildlife park in Rwanda. Known to be home to the endangered species called mountain gorillas. Volcano NP is one of the most visited destinations in Uganda. Tracking is done everyday and Gorilla permits are booked from Rwanda Development Board.
Nyungwe National Park. This is a great forest in Rwanda contiguous with Kibira National Park of Burundi neighboring country. The park is home to 13 species of primates including chimpanzees. Some of the
main activities in this park are Chimpanzee Tracking, Canopy walk,Nature walk, birding and many more.
Akagera National Park. This is the only wildlife park in Rwanda home to many wildlife including the big five (Rhinos, Lions, Leopard, Buffaloes and Elephants) other animals are also present in Akagera like antelopes, and giraffes. Some of the activities in Akagera include, Game drives, Boat cruises on Lake Ihema, birding and many others.
Kenya.3
Kenya is a beautiful country located in East Africa, known for its diverse landscapes, wildlife, and rich culture. It is famous for its national parks and reserves, such as the Masai Mara, where you can see the “Big Five” animals lions, elephants, buffaloes, leopards, and rhinoceros. Also,wildebeest migration can be seen from there. Let’s look at some of the major destinations.
Masai Mara National Reserve.
This is known be home to abundance of animals including the big five, most of visitors who visit this country has Masai Mara on their itineraries. Activities in this Park include Game drives, Nature walks, Birding, and cultural Encounters.
Amboseli National Park.
Amboseli National Park is a popular protected area known for its stunning views of Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest peak, which lies just across the border in Tanzania. The park is home to a wide variety of wildlife, including elephants, lions, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, and many species of birds. Activities in this park game drives, Nature walks, birding, Community encounters and many more.
Samburu National Reserve
Samburu National Reserve is renowned for its unique mix of wildlife species not typically found in other parts of the country. The reserve is named after the Samburu people, who are nomadic pastralists that
inhabit the region. The Reserve is home to a variety of wildlife, including the reticulated giraffe, Grevy’s zebra, Somali ostrich, Beisa oryx, gerenuk, and elephants. The Ewaso Nyiro River runs through the
reserve, providing a vital water source for the animals and offering visitors the chance to see wildlife congregating along its banks.
4Tanzania
Tanzania is a diverse and beautiful country located in East Africa,known for its stunning landscapes, rich wildlife, and vibrant cultures.The country is home to some of the most famous national parks and game reserves in Africa, including the Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Tarangire,National Park, and Lake,Manyara National Park.
Serengeti National Park.
This is one of the most famous and iconic wildlife destinations in Africa, located in northern Tanzania. It has diversity of wildlife, including the”Big Five” lions, elephants, rhinos, leopards, and buffalos. It is also home to large populations of wildebeest, zebras, giraffes, hippos,crocodiles, and various antelope species.
Ngorongoro Crater
This is another destination in Tanzania known for wildlife. Many animals can be seen in Ngorongoro crater including the big five. It is the world’s largest inactive, intact and unfilled volcanic caldera. The crater,
which formed when a large volcano erupted and collapsed on itself two to three million years ago, is 610 meters deep and its floor covers 260 square kilometers.
Tarangire National Park
The name of the park originates from the Tarangire River that crosses the park, which is the primary source of fresh water for wild animals in the Tarangire Ecosystem during the annual dry season. The park is home
to wildlife diversity defined by the long-distance migration of wildebeest and zebras. Moreover, there is high density of elephants and baobab trees. Other animals include waterbuck, giraffe, dik dik, impala, eland,
Grant’s gazelle, vervet monkey, banded mongoose, and olive baboon, lion, leopard, cheetah, caracal, and many others