Pien Upe Game Reserve in Uganda
Pien Upe Game Reserve in Uganda, Uganda is a amazing country in Africa highly blessed in wildlife and fertile ground. The country is highly rich in minerals making it to be known as the Pearl of Africa . Uganda has 10 national park and 12game reserves plus 5 community reserves.
Pien Upe game reserve in Uganda , is the largest reserve covering about 2420km2, the reserve was gazetted in 1958 covering four regions in Uganda such as Sebei region, Teso, Karamoja and Bugisu region. It expands up to nine districts in Uganda such as Nakapiripirit,Moroto,Katakwi, Napak,Amudat,Kumi among other districts.
The reserve has the unique animals species such as roan antelope, cheetah, ostrich, white eared kob, Jackson hartebeests among others. It features a mix of savannah,woodland and rocky out crops that provides a variety of habitats for wildlife. The reserve provides a true wilderness experience.
Activities
Game Viewing
Have the best morning and afternoon game drive in the game reserve as you explore the vast savannah and spot wildlife such as giraffes, lions, leopards, cheetahs, buffaloes, elephants, and various antelope species.
Nature walks and Bird Watching
With over 242 bird species, Pien Upe is a birdwatcher’s paradise. Look out for species like the Karamoja apalis, secretary birds, superb starlings, and ostriches.You can as well take a guided nature walks to explore the reserve on foot and learn about its flora and fauna at a closer view.
The reserve offers several walking trails that provide a closer look of the wildlife and landscapes.
Community visit
Visit the nearby Karamojong communities to learn about their traditional way of life, customs, and crafts,engage in interactions with them and have a good cultural experience.Participate in cultural tours that include traditional dances, storytelling, and village visits.
Hiking and Mountain Climbing
Hike the surrounding mountains for breathtaking views of the reserve and its landscapes.You can hike mountains such as mount Kadam that is about 3,063m, mount Napak about 2,538m high and mount Moroto about 3,083m high with a breathe taking view besides diverse flora and fauna.These hikes offer a chance to see the park’s rugged terrain up close
Visit to the Hot Springs
Explore the cheposukunya hot springs located within the reserve. It’s a unique geological feature and a great spot for relaxation.
Accommodation
Pien Upe game reserve is one of the most beautiful game reserve in Uganda highly rich in Wildlife. Most tourists don’t like visiting the reserve due to its long distance from the capital city and the factor of in-security in the North Eastern part of Uganda. However the place is now secure and worth visiting.
The place has accommodations that caters for all the categories of visitors. Both the budgeted and the luxury clients are all well considered. The following are the samples of the accommodation at the game reserve;
Uganda Wildlife Authority Bandas
These are basic but comfortable bandas located at the reserve headquarters. They are self-contained with amenities like beds, bathrooms with showers, and electricity for lighting and charging devices.
Karamoja Overland Camp
A mid-range safari tented camp located near the Uganda Wildlife Authority facilities. The tents are self-contained with en suite facilities like showers and electricity.
Camping
For the adventurous, camping is an option. You can bring your own tent or hire one at the reserve. Camping allows you to experience the sounds of the African wild up close.
Nearby Accommodations
Other would prefer to stay in the near by town like Moroto as they carry out activities in the game reserve. Other accommodations that are out side the park includes; Hotel Leslona,Lavender Inn,Shalosa Hotel,Mount Moroto Hotel among others.
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