Adventure ToursEast Africa is the cradle of safari, home to diverse landscapes and abundant wildlife. From endless savannahs to lush forests and volcanic highlands, its national parks deliver unmatched encounters with nature. Here are ten parks every traveler should experience.
The only man I envy is the man who has not yet been to Africa—for he has so much to look forward to.
Richard Mullin
1. Serengeti National Park, Tanzania
World-renowned for the Great Migration and predator action. Endless plains set the stage for one of the most iconic safari experiences.
2. Maasai Mara National Reserve, Kenya
An extension of the Serengeti ecosystem. Known for dramatic river crossings, big cat sightings, and cultural connections with the Maasai people.
3. Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Uganda
A UNESCO World Heritage site and home to half of the world’s mountain gorillas. Dense rainforest treks bring visitors face-to-face with these gentle giants.
4. Amboseli National Park, Kenya
Offers striking views of Mount Kilimanjaro. Famous for large elephant herds and open landscapes perfect for photography.
5. Murchison Falls National Park, Uganda
Where the Nile explodes through a narrow gorge, forming the world’s most powerful waterfall. Wildlife-rich savannahs surround the dramatic river.
6. Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Tanzania
The Ngorongoro Crater is the world’s largest intact caldera. A natural enclosure where rhinos, lions, elephants, and flamingos thrive.
7. Akagera National Park, Rwanda
A comeback story of conservation. Now home to the Big Five, with rolling savannahs, lakes, and restored wildlife populations.
8. Queen Elizabeth National Park, Uganda
Famous for tree-climbing lions, Kazinga Channel boat cruises, and diverse ecosystems ranging from wetlands to crater lakes.
9. Tsavo National Parks (East & West), Kenya
Among the largest protected areas in Africa. Known for red-dusted elephants, lava flows, and dramatic wilderness landscapes.
10. Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda
Home of Dian Fossey’s gorilla research and today’s premier gorilla trekking destination. Lush volcanic slopes combine conservation with cultural history.
