Uganda offers an exceptional blend of forest and savannah wildlife experiences. Highlights include gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable or Mgahinga Gorilla National Parks, and chimpanzee tracking in Kibale Forest and other lush reserves. For classic savannah safaris, Queen Elizabeth and Murchison Falls National Parks provide excellent game viewing opportunities, with four of the Big Five species present (excluding rhino). The remote Kidepo Valley National Park is another hidden gem. To complete the Big Five, rhino tracking is possible at Ziwa Rhino and Wildlife Ranch.

Whether it’s your very first safari or you’ve roamed the African plains before, Kenya is an incredible destination for wildlife encounters. The Masai Mara and its neighboring conservancies steal the spotlight, especially for big cat sightings and the spectacular wildebeest migration. But beyond the Mara, Kenya offers a wealth of stunning national parks and when your safari winds down, the country's beautiful beaches offer the perfect place to unwind.