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A collection of Uganda's national parks. From towering mountains to green forests and vast beaches, each park offers a set of unique landscapes and captivating activities
A collection of Uganda's national parks. From towering mountains to green forests and vast beaches, each park offers a set of unique landscapes and captivating activities
including the rare shoebill stork, red-billed dwarf hornbill, and the vibrant yellow-throated cuckoo.
location
Fort Portal, Uganda
coordinates
0.6667 N, 30.0833 E
area
560 km2216 mi2
visitors
0.04 million (in 2021)
Semuliki National Park, spanning an area of 560 square kilometers (216 square miles), is a hidden gem nestled in the heart of the Albertine Rift Valley. The park is known for its lowland tropical rainforests and a remarkable diversity of birdlife. In 2021, around 40,000 visitors explored this biodiverse haven, immersing themselves in the symphony of bird calls and witnessing the impressive courtship dance of the elusive great blue turaco.
Sempaya Hot Springs
Semuliki River
Toro-Semliki Wildlife Reserve
location
Fort Portal, Uganda
coordinates
0.6667 N, 30.0833 E
area
560 km2216 mi2
visitors
0.04 million (in 2021)
most visited attraction
Sempaya Hot Springs
attractions
Semuliki River
Toro-Semliki Wildlife Reserve
closest city
Fort Portal
travel time from Fort Portal
Approximately 1.5 hours
travel time from Entebbe
Approximately 5.5 hours
popular activities see & do
Nature walks
see & do
Birdwatching
see & do
Cultural encounters
Absolutely a must! Went with a tour bus which seems the best way to go. Timing is everything. We went in August. The Road to the Sun was open and we went on the Red Jammer Tour. Every direction was picture perfect. We lucked out with blue skies and great temps.
Words cannot express the beauty of this area. Pictures don’t do it justice. It was breathtaking. We had a 2, a 9 and an 11 year child with us so we did the Going to the Sun Road and took advantage of the stops available on the road. We took some shorter hikes and enjoyed all of it. Can’t wait to go back and complete more lengthy & off the road trails when they are older!
By far the best national park in our system. Everywhere you go, the views are amazing and vast. Did a couple of day hikes, all kinds of weather, wildlife and nature at its finest. IT car get crowded and its a hassle trying to get your GTSR pass, but its all worth it. I only spent two days there but could have easily doubled that.
Semuliki National park was a wonderful experience. The "Sun Road" is a little tough if you do not like heights and narrow roads. We had wonderful hikes and saw wildlife. There is a shuttle service which does have some long waits. Avalanche Lake hike was a favorite.
fantastic experience...Never seen a reindeer herd in my life.....Highly knowledgeable guides, happy to clarify any questions ..Highly recommended
What an awesome park! Gorgeous views, great trails-simply amazing!! Our first day was the first day without Going to the Sun Rd reservations, and the park was quite busy. Regardless, we had a wonderful time!
