Pian Upe Wildlife Reserve

Uganda

Pian Upe is Uganda’s largest wildlife reserve, dry and open, with roan antelope, ostrich, zebra and a bird list that rewards patience. It is not a substitute for Murchison. It is the quieter north-east, used with Kidepo or Elgon.

Facilities are simpler than the national parks. That is the point for some travellers and a deal-breaker for others. We quote it only when it fits the brief.

Wildlife

Roan antelope, ostrich, zebra, eland and dry-country birds on Uganda’s largest wildlife reserve.

What we book here

• Game drives
• Combine with Kidepo or Mount Elgon
• Community visits in Teso / Karamoja

Where we put you

Reserve camps and Mbale hotels. Do not expect Mweya-level infrastructure.

Getting there

Via Mbale from Kampala, or as a road link toward Kidepo.

How we combine it

Kidepo, Mount Elgon / Sipi, or a specialist mammal-watching loop.

Best time

December–March is the classic dry window in the northeast.

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