Place · Western
Katonga Wildlife Reserve
A quiet savanna and wetland reserve known for sitatunga, waterbuck and walking safaris.
Katonga Wildlife Reserve
Overview
- Area
- 207 km²
- Location
- Kyenjojo and Kamwenge Districts
- Gazetted
- 1964
Why visit
Gazetted in 1964 as a corridor for wildlife moving between western Uganda, Tanzania and Sudan, the reserve is savanna grassland laced with permanent and seasonal wetlands. The Katonga wetland holds a healthy sitatunga population, alongside waterbuck, hippos, primates and over 150 bird species.
Getting there
Getting there
About three hours by road from Kampala to Kyegegwa Town Council, then 42 km south along signposted roads.
Before you go
Good to know
Check current facilities and opening times with UWA before travelling.
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