The Ajai Game Reserve consists of 16,600 hectares in Northern Uganda.
Understand
History
The land was put under the personal protection of the powerful local chief named Ajai, in 1937. Until 1980 the reserve protected one of the few remaining populations of White Rhinos, that are now extinct in this reserve. Plans are underway to reintroduce the Rhino by the Uganda government.
Landscape
On the west bank of the Albert Nile. Rolling grassland.
Flora and fauna
Today the major animals are Uganda Kob, Common Duiker, Olive baboon, Black & White Colobus, Vervet Monkey, Warthog, Leopard, Sitatunga, Oribi, Hippo, Croc and python snake is commonly seen. Plans are underway to reintroduce Nile Buffalo, Lelwel Hartebeest, Plains Zebra and White Rhinos. Considerable bird life.
Climate
Tropical. Major rains April/May and Oct/Nov.
Get in
6½ hours drive from Kampala or fly from Kampala to Arua airport, the safari company will pick you up.
Fees and permits
US$15 per day
Get around
By foot or safari vehicle.
See
wildlife
Do
Buy
Local crafts
Eat and drink
In the safari camp's restaurant.
Sleep
In the safari camp.
Lodging
www.bahr-el-jebel-safaris.com has safaris that stop at Ajai.
Camping
Restricted to around the reserve's administration building.