The north-eastern frontier
Karamoja
Warrior culture and Uganda's wildest horizon.
Semi-arid, sparsely travelled and culturally unlike anywhere else in the country. Karamoja is cattle-keeping country framed by isolated mountains, with Kidepo Valley at its northern edge.
Where to go
Destinations in Karamoja
Kidepo Valley National Park
Mountain-ringed savanna with wildlife you'll usually have to yourself.
Karamojong Culture
Manyattas, cattle traditions and one of Uganda's most distinct cultures.
Mount Moroto & Elgon Highlands
Dry-country peaks rising straight out of the plains.
Responsible Travel Here
How visits are arranged so revenue reaches the communities involved.
When to go
September–March. Access roads deteriorate quickly during the heaviest rains.
Seasonal calendar