Uganda

Shortlisted for the Thomas Cook Travel Book Award

Bradt's Uganda has long been the go-to source for travellers seeking to explore this extraordinary country, home to Africa's most biodiverse—and arguably most exciting—safari circuit. Now in its tenth edition, this comprehensive guide has been thoroughly updated by local resident and experienced travel writer Andrew Roberts, building on the expert foundation laid by Philip Briggs, the world's foremost guidebook writer on Africa.

Uganda is a wildlife-watcher's paradise. Explore the lush montane forests of Bwindi to encounter one of the world's largest remaining populations of mountain gorillas, observe habituated chimpanzees in Kibale, and spot tree-climbing lions in Queen Elizabeth National Park. With over a thousand bird species in a country roughly the size of Great Britain, ornithologists will find endless opportunities. This edition features a dedicated wildlife chapter with over 100 colour photographs, plus detailed gorilla-tracking information, including descriptions of gorilla groups and their locations. Recent transport improvements now make year-round access to key sites easier than ever.

Beyond wildlife, Uganda offers adventure for every traveller. Hikers can tackle some of Africa's tallest mountains—the snow-capped Rwenzori (the 'Mountains of the Moon'), the dramatic Mount Elgon with its collapsed caldera summit, and the forest-covered volcanic peaks of the Virungas. Thrill-seekers can navigate Grade Five white-water rapids on the Nile as it emerges from Lake Victoria. This edition strengthens coverage of the remote northeast, an emerging destination featuring the unspoilt savannah of Kidepo National Park and opportunities to engage with traditional Karamojong pastoralists. Complete with detailed GPS-mapped guides, updated accommodation listings across all price brackets, and comprehensive travel advice, Bradt's Uganda remains the essential companion to this compelling destination.