UWA launches Open Park Days with free access to five national parks
The Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) has flagged off a team of media influencers and tourism partners to lead a three-day promotional campaign ahead of its Open Park Days, which will see the public enjoy free access to five of the country’s top national parks.
The initiative, set for September 25 to 27, will allow Ugandans, East African citizens, and foreign residents in the region to visit selected parks without paying entrance fees.
The five parks are Queen Elizabeth National Park, Lake Mburo National Park, Murchison Falls National Park, Kidepo Valley National Park, and the Pian Upe Conservation Area.
Speaking at the flag-off ceremony in Kampala on Monday, Stephen Sanyi Masaba, UWA’s Head of Tourism and Business Development, said the campaign is meant to boost local tourism and raise awareness about Uganda’s diverse wildlife and conservation efforts.
The Open Park Days coincide with World Tourism Day, which will be marked on September 27 in Arua City. According to UWA, visitors will be free to travel between parks and the celebrations during the three-day event.
