Commonly known as mountain gorillas is one of the two subspecies of the eastern gorilla. They are so endangered and there are only two populations. One is found in Mgahinga Gorilla National Park and Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in south-west Uganda  and by the time of writing there are approximately 380 individual at the park and many tourist flop in to enjoy watching them in their natural setting. The other population is found in the Virunga volcanic mountains of Central Africa, within two National Parks; Volcanoes, in north-west Rwanda and Virunga in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). These sub species are regarded as the largest subspecies of gorilla an adult can weigh up to 300 to 425 pounds and upright standing height of 150 cm (59 in) usually weigh twice as much as the females making them the world’s largest primate and they are fewer than 880 individuals left in the world As of November 2012 estimates and Rwanda is the premier destination to track them. The Virunga volcanoes are a drive of 3 hours from Kigali, Rwanda’s capital and its largest city. And the habituated gorilla groups are a little easier to reach from the Rwandan side, than those living in the same mountain range in Uganda and the DRC (just across the border).

These species differ from other species as they have longer and thicker fur enabling them to live in colder temperatures. An adult Male develops the characteristic silver fur on their back that gives them the name ‘silverback’. Their back hair is shorter than on most other body parts, and their arm is longer than its legs un like human and it moves by Knuckle walking like the common chimpanzee but an like the banobo and monkey species.

Gorillas are capable of climbing into fruiting trees if the branches can carry its weight, and it’s competent of running up to 6 m (20 ft). Gorillas move every day for food and for exploration they are most active between 6:00am and 6:00 pm most these hour is spent eating as large quantities of food are needed to sustain its massive bulk. These giant gorillas’ forages in early morning, they rest during the late morning and around midday, and in the afternoon it forages again before resting at night. Each gorilla has to make a nest it’s going to sleep in every evening except young ones which sleep with their mothers until when they are about 3 years of age, and even when they start construct theirs, they still stay near their mothers. Mountain gorillas never sleep in the same place two nights in a row! They make a new one when they sleep in the afternoon and before they sleep for the night.

Ranked as one of the best countries to visit on continent Africa by CNN, Uganda with its nickname the “pearl of Africa is one of the beautiful countries one should visit before leaving planet earth. Uganda has a lot to offer for thrilling mountain gorilla trekking, primates tracking, game viewing, bird watching, mountaineering, white water rafting, and many more. As self-drives are becoming the new trend in Uganda, most travelers find it difficult to which cars suit or best for their road trip in Uganda.

When choosing the best car to take you around on your self-drive safari in Uganda, you shouldn’t forget to ask your car hire company for this feature, the car must be a 4×4 before thinking of anything else. Please it is also good to let the car rental know how many people are you traveling with so they help you get the best car that suits your group.

Looking for the best rental cars for self-drive road trips in Uganda? We have the best rental car deals for visitors who plan to embark on long-distance road trips in Uganda. They come at pocket-friendly rates and they range from classic 4×4 Toyota Rav4, Toyota Axio/Toyota Fielder 1500cc to sedan car hire.

4×4 Toyota Rav4

Embark on a road trip in Uganda with our classic 4×4 Toyota Rav4 rental car. Our selection of Toyota Rav4 rental cars comes both in automatic and manual transmission with features like FM radio, air conditioning, power steering, engine, adequate space for cargo, and for you to stretch your legs. Our Rav4 rental cars have a carrying capacity of about 4 to 5 people and they are the perfect choice for self-drive tours.

Prado Land Cruiser

4×4 Prado Land Cruisers come with a pop-up roof for you to have a breathtaking view of wildlife especially while on a game drive in Murchison Falls National Park, Queen Elizabeth National Park, Lake Mburo National Park, Kidepo National Park, or Semuliki National Park. They accommodate up to 5 visitors and their interiors are exceptionally designed with adequate space for luggage and visitors to stretch their legs.

Roof Tent Land Cruiser V8/VX

Rent 4×4 roof tent land cruiser v8 and explore Uganda comfortably. Our roof tent land cruisers consist of camping gear making them ideal for campers on self-drive camping tours in Uganda. The rooftop tents are so easy to set and very reliable because you can sleep at a convenient place.

Toyota Land Cruiser TX

Get on a road trip in Uganda with Toyota Land Cruiser TX and explore Uganda in a unique way. This category of rental cars accommodates about 5 visitors and consists of air conditioning, FM radio, and others. You can opt for manual or automatic transmission Toyota Land Cruiser TX.

In summary, for any plans to rent a car for long distances, simply choose from our selection of Land Cruisers and coaster buses and have an enjoyable holiday.

Safari Van

This is the best car for a family or group of 6 – 9 people who want to explore the pearl of Africa. This comes with a pop-up roof for game viewing and they are 4x4s to enable you to explore the remote areas of the country.

Looking at travel demands for many travelers across the world into Uganda, travel experts confirm that Bwindi Forest National Park, Murchison falls, Queen Elizabeth and Kibale forest are the most visited places hence being the best places to visit for a fantastic Uganda holiday. Have not said you shouldn’t visit other tourist attractions of the country but make sure your  Uganda trip itinerary has at least one of the most visited parks .Besides Uganda has various attractions, beautiful islands, landscape, plains, rain forests, mountains, wildlife, birds, primates, culture, friendly people among others. All the attractions become more beautiful with the dedicated hospitality services that lodges offer to every visitor that chose to visit the pearl of Africa.

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Known for gorilla tracking, a great attraction you can’t afford to miss on your visit to Uganda. Explore this park and see rare unique primates, witness a mountain gorilla take a selfie as it poses around with other gorilla group members ending your Uganda gorilla trekking tour in wonders.Bwindi forest National Park is found in south western Uganda and the drive takes between 8-9 hours from Kampala Uganda’s Capital.Bwindi gorilla permits cost $600 USD and it’s a cheap gorilla permit price offer compared to Rwanda. The park has four sectors all open for travelers daily .Each sector has different habituated gorilla families that matter big when booking for accommodation before and after the trek. Nkuringo,  Rughaga, Buhoma and Ruhija are the main four park sectors that you should consider in mind before booking your gorilla trekking tour. No matter where you trek gorillas from but the experience is same for all sectors .Accommodation is available in every sector so no need to worry about where to spend a night during your gorilla trekking tour. The main park activity is mountain gorilla trekking, followed by forest walk, nature walk, and cultural tourism volunteering among others.

Queen Elizabeth National Park

This park is all about game drives, chimpanzee trekking, boat cruise, birding and impressive views.Travellers spends their days admiring the park wildlife, primates and nature plus a visit to the salt lake. The main areas of exciting tour activities in Queen Elizabeth include the stunning Kazinga channel, green rainforests of Kyambura gorge and Kalinzu, Ishasha sector, Kasenyi area etc.Find this park in just 5 hour drive distance from Kampala and 3 hour drive distance from Bwindi forest the land of mountain gorillas in Ugandan. Surrounded by mountain Rwenzori, beautiful captivating views of the mountain Rwenzori in the backdrop is a must see during your stay.

Murchison falls National Park

Found in the northern end of the Albertine Rift Valley, where the sweeping Bunyoro escarpment tumbles into vast palm-dotted savanna, this is hug haven for both nature and wildlife. Visitors to this park enjoy a visit to the top of the falls, morning and evening game drive, boat cruise chimpanzee trekking and Rhino sanctuary visit. Thanks to its location near masindi town a home to the Rhino sanctuary. Besides, it’s perfect for travelers planning to visit Kibale forest National Park, Bwindi Forest National Park and Queen Elizabeth National Park. Adventure activities for the day keep pouring up but the choose is yours to go in for your favorite and best. Other Uganda national parks and attractions to check out include Kibale forest, Kidepo Valley, Lake Bunyonyi Island, Mabamba wetlands, Bigodi, Mgahinga national park, source of the Nile in Jinja among others.

Kidepo National Park

Located in the remote North Western part of Uganda, Kidepo National Park is a rewarding safari park.

Kibale Forest National Park

Kibale is one of the best destinations for primates watching in Africa. Located in Western Uganda, Kibale hosts 13 primate species.