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Region of Uganda
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Northern Uganda is a region of 7.2 million people in the north of the country.
By bus
Most places can be reached by bus, but this is an "experience" of its own, with borderline reckless drivers, worn-out and overcrowded vehicles, and long waits.
By rental car
The roads in the north are generally rough. In the rainy season sections may become muddy and bridges may flood or collapse. Inspect any rental vehicle before taking it into the bush.
By train
A rail line once reached from Mombasa to Arua. Remnants are still visible, and East African Community is considering a plan to rebuild it.
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the north-western corner of the country, reached by daily flights from Entebbe Airport.
centrally located, the main city of the north.
Lira is the main municipal, administrative and commercial centre of Lira District in Northern Uganda. It is the largest urban centre in the Lango sub-region and serves as a key hub for trade, education and governance in the area.
on the west bank of the Albert Nile on the road to Arua and the end of the former British rail line from Mombasa.
boasts a deluxe safari camp under construction just outside its borders. A small reserve of 16,600 hectares, on the east bank of the Albert Nile.
A former game reserve that has been turned into farmland, but with a wildlife management programme to manage the wild life that still passes through the area.
in the extreme NE corner of Uganda on the Sudan border. Incredible birds and wildlife including elephant, zebra, ostrich and massive buffalo herds.
offers a very nice boat trip getting surrounded by crocodiles and hippos. The nearby waterfall is dramatic and beautiful, as the entire Nile River plunges down 45 m (150 ft) and through a 7 m (23 ft) wide crevice. It is possible to do safaris - Murchison is full of a variety of wildlife, including elephants, giraffes, hartbeast, buffalo, and a few lions and leopards. It is still a little bit difficult to get as independent traveller. Take an early bus to Masindi and then try to arrange for transport to bring you to the park. With some luck, you could get a free ride with the rangers.
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