Uganda is a landlocked country in East Africa, known for its diverse landscape that includes the snow-capped Rwenzori Mountains and the vast Lake Victoria. The country is home to an abundance of wildlife, including chimpanzees and various rare bird species. Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, located in a remote area, is a famous sanctuary for mountain gorillas. In the northwest, Murchison Falls National Park is notable for its impressive 43-meter-tall waterfall and the rich variety of wildlife, including hippos.