Amazing Nature Walks in Uganda

Walking at Lake Mburo National Park

If you’re looking for walking safari in Uganda, Lake Mburo should not be skipped on your road trip.

Coking from Kampala, the park lies en-route in between Bwindi and Queen Elizabeth National. If you’d like to get off your feet, there are also options to explore the park by horseback or on mountain bikes.

Sipi Falls

Sipi Falls is a peaceful and pretty spot and offers gentle walks in the surrounding hills. You can also take a day hike from the main waterfall to three smaller falls that are upstream. Both options will offer amazing waterfall views and sweeping valley landscapes. Sipi also has a variety of accommodation options, ranging from upmarket to more budget options.

You’ll need a guide to be able to access some of the key sites and to enjoy coffee tours. Think of it as a nice way to support the local landowners and community.

To admire some lake scenery on your hike, try out Lake Bunyonyi. The trail starts from Crater Bay near Bunyonyi overland camp, where you take a relaxing 40-minute canoe ride to get to the starting point. Your walk will take you through local communities and villages where you can wave hello to the locals.

Bigodi Wetlands

Rich in biodiversity and scenic beauty, the Bigodi Wetlands Sanctuary is a must visit. A 4,5km long walk will take you through this important wildlife corridor of Kibale Forest and will take up to 3h.

The “Home of the Great Blue Turaco” is a real bird watcher’s paradise. This wonderful place shelters over 200 species of birds including Hornbills, Turacos, Parrots, Cranes, Kingfishers and many more swamp endemics. Furthermore, the sanctuary is the home of 8 species of primates, including the Black and White Colobus, Red Colobus, Red Tailed Monkey, Grey Cheeked Mangabey, Olive Baboon, L’hoest Monkey, Vervet Monkey and the Blue Monkey.