Tailor-made & Exclusive Uganda Safaris & Holidays By Experts
What is the Best Uganda safari according to your interests, fitness & priorities? exclusively Tailor-made Uganda safari packages with Kabira Safaris are tailored to each traveler. They are perfect if you are looking for authentic experiences and prefer to spend more time meeting locals on your trip. With a local expert’s knowledge and your own private guide, you can gain a deeper insight into local culture.
Uganda offers a multitude of Uganda Safari Holidays that is best experienced on organized Kabira Safaris & Tours.
Book Your Best Uganda safari Holidays tailor-made at a 10% Discount and Explore The Pearl of Africa. A Safari in Uganda, on the other hand, is not for the faint of heart: the roads are in poor condition, it rains frequently, and driving between destinations can be long and exhausting.
The famous gorilla trekking in Uganda is on everyone’s bucket list, but it’s a physically demanding experience in difficult conditions. The experience of meeting a mountain gorilla face to face, on the other hand, is one that will be remembered for a lifetime. Our Uganda Safari Holidays include both budget and luxury options, but if you can’t find what you’re looking for, one of our African Safari Experts will gladly tailor-make your Uganda safari to meet your specific needs and budget.
Let’s Drive right in – Contents
Explore Uganda, the Pearl of Africa
What we’ll cover in this article
- Why Tour Uganda/Visit Uganda?
- How Do You Know The Best Uganda Tour Operator?
- Why Must You Choose Uganda As Your Tour Destination?
- What To See While On Tour To Uganda?
- Where To Stay on Safari in Uganda?
- What is the Best Time to Visit Uganda?
- How Much Does a Tour Cost in Uganda?
- Recommended Uganda Tour Packages
- How Unique is Uganda from other Africa Tour Destinations?
- Is Uganda good for Tour?
- Is the Ugandan Weather Conducive to Tourists?
- Uganda Safari Destinations/Uganda National Parks
- About Uganda
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Amagoro Sharon
Itinerary Planner/Travel Writer
Recommended Uganda Safari Packages: Our Top Picks
Wondering how a Uganda safari could be planned? These sample packages are well-tailored to give you what it looks like to have a trip to Uganda. The sample packages are both short and long tours that were well-planned and undertaken by different travelers. These include 3 Days Safari in Murchison, 3 Day Bwindi Gorilla safari, and many more. All of these can be customized or changed to suit your interest.
1 Day Gorilla Trekking Uganda
If you are interested in seeing the world-famous mountain gorillas but just have a day to spare in the nation, a 1-day Gorilla Trekking Uganda through Bwindi forest is an intriguing and entertaining short excursion. Depending on the client’s preference, this tour can begin at either Kabale town in southern Uganda or Kigali City in Rwanda and end either at the same point or by driving to Kigali.
2 Days Gorilla Trekking Uganda
Those interested in hiking mountain gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park but staying in Rwanda can have a 2 Days Gorilla Trekking Uganda through Kigali. Less time spent driving and less distance covered are additional goals. See Uganda’s mountain gorillas on a two-day Bwindi gorilla safari via Kigali for under USD700.00 per person, per trek, with our affordable gorilla permits.
3 Days Gorilla Trekking Uganda
There is no way to adequately prepare for the awe-inspiring beauty, strength, and soulful brown eyes, expressions, and demeanour of a family of wild mountain gorillas in the dense misty jungle of Uganda’s Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park. Being in their company is truly a magical experience. All it takes to alter the course of your life is an hour spent with these mild-mannered beings.
Uganda Day Tours
Uganda Day tours/Day trips in Uganda are affordable trips suitable for all kinds of travelers including families and adventure seekers. The tremendous biodiversity of Uganda makes it a popular safari destination with a wide range of ecosystems. Wildlife abounds in this region, including chimpanzees and gorillas in the woods, the Big Five (rhinoceros, lion, leopard, elephant, and buffalo) in savannah reserves, hippos in tropical rivers, and an incredible 1,080 bird species.
Short Uganda Safaris
These short Uganda Safaris are majorly tailored for 2-5 days normally visiting 1 Or 2 National Parks. Short Uganda Safaris are popular because the fact that they are affordable Short Uganda Safaris or known and cheap to undertake compared to any other Long Safari trips. Taking a Short Safari to Uganda can be for any activity depending on the traveler’s choice there’s no restriction to any activity or park. Any Park in Uganda.
Long Uganda Safaris
All-inclusive Long Uganda Safaris are trips ranging from 6 to over 21 days. These Long Uganda Safaris are tailor-made tours to several national parks with a visit to at least 2 to 10 of the national parks in Uganda. The beautiful Pearl of Africa has a lot to offer and a short trip could only offer you a highlight of the beauty of the country therefore a Long Safari in Uganda is the best way to tour Uganda.
Gorilla Trekking From Kigali
If you are interested in trekking mountain gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park, Uganda, but would rather stay in Rwanda, this 3-day Uganda gorilla trekking from Kigali is for you. Additionally, it is designed for individuals who would like a shorter driving time but still want to trek the gorillas in Uganda. In contrast to the 8–9 hour trip from Entebbe to Ruhija, the travel from Kigali to Ruhija, where you will trek gorillas, is only about four or five hours.
Gorilla Flying Safari to Bwindi
When you go on a gorilla flying safari, you can land at Kihihi or Kisoro Airstrips, which will take you to either the Buhoma side of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park or Kisoro (Rushaga and Nkuringo in the southern part of Bwindi). For those who are short on time but yet want to see the gorillas in Uganda, this is the perfect vacation. Travelling from Entebbe to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is much easier with this. From the airport (Kihihi) to Buhoma, the flight will take 1.5 hours and the drive another 1.5 hours.
Lion Tracking And Gorilla Trekking
Safaris in Uganda provide a wide variety of activities, but two of the most popular are mountain gorilla trekking and lion tracking. This is because there is a close proximity between the two venues, which adds to the excitement, and the fact that the events themselves are quite thrilling. Approximately two to three hours’ drive separate Queen Elizabeth National Park from Bwindi and Mgahinga National Parks, two potential destinations for mountain gorilla trekking safaris in Uganda. Consequently, it’s not hard to do either of these things.
6 Days in Uganda Itinerary
6 Days Uganda Safari, with the first visit to Queen Elizabeth National Park famed for the tree-climbing lions and wildlife-filled Kazinga channel. Bwindi and Lake Mburo come after the visit to Queen Elizabeth Park. Queen Elizabeth National Park hosts about 95 mammal species including almost 2500 elephants. Bwindi Forest Park is home to almost half of the world’s mountain gorillas and Lake Mburo National Park is the best walking safaris park.
7 Days in Uganda Itinerary
1 week in Uganda comprises activities like Gorilla trekking, Game drive, boat cruise, cycling, or nature walk and visits to the equator line. Safari starts and ends in Kampala-Uganda’s capital. From Kampala, the transfer will have its first stop at the equator line then continue to Queen Elizabeth National Park. At the park, you will undertake a game drive in one of the most popular national parks in the country in search of wildlife. After the game drive, take a boat cruise.
8 Days in Uganda Itinerary
This 8-day safari starts and finishes in Kampala, Uganda, and travels across the country’s western region, which is home to a wide variety of animals and stunning landscapes. A large number of zebras and other animals, including warthogs, buffalo, oribis, hippos, crocodiles, and birds (the park is home to more than 332 bird species), inhabit the 371 sq km that make up Lake Mburo National Park, one of the primary stops on this safari. Mountain gorillas call Bwindi Impenetrable Forest home.
9 Days in Uganda Itinerary
On a 9-day safari through Uganda, you’ll visit Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, where you can see the country’s sole remaining population of wild rhinos; Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, home to the enchanted mountain gorillas; Murchison Falls National Park, home to four of the big five and the spectacular waterfall itself; Queen Elizabeth National Park, home to the rare tree-climbing lions; Lake Mburo National Park, home to zebras and giraffes; and Kibale Forest National Park, where you can spot our closest evolutionary relatives—the chimpanzees.
10 Days in Uganda Itinerary
This moderately priced travel visits four national parks: Bwindi Impenetrable, Queen Elizabeth, Kibale Forest, and Murchison Falls. It lasts for ten days and nine nights. Once the transfer departs from Kampala, it will make a pit stop near the equator line before continuing on to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park the following day, where visitors can experience gorilla trekking. With multiple gorilla families present, visitors to this national park have an excellent chance of encountering these docile giants on foot. Queen Elizabeth National Park is another stop on the Ugandan safari.
Birding And Primates Viewing
This monkey and birding safari takes you to the crown jewel of Africa’s forests—Uganda—where you can see more species of birds and primates than anywhere else. Bwindi Impenetrable Forest is well-known for its reputation as one of Africa’s most biologically rich woods, while Kibale Forest boasts East Africa’s greatest concentration of primates. The latter also has the distinction of being a UESCO World Heritage Site, and the African Bird Club has ranked it as the best place to go birding in Africa.
12 Days in Uganda Itinerary
Kampala is the starting and ending point of this 12-day Uganda Safari. The ultimate price tag includes one gorilla permit, which costs $800 per person. Western Uganda’s Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is the destination of your safari. More than 340 mountain gorillas call this park home; their numbers constitute half of the world’s total. The safari also includes a stop at Murchison Falls, a popular spot for boat rides and a wide range of animals, including lions, elephants, bush bucks, antelopes, kobs, birds, and countless more.
Birding, Primates And Wildlife Itinerary
Throughout the trip, you are accompanied by a very knowledgeable birding Uganda safari guide who will help you identify all of the bird species and wild animals during the trip. The 14 days Birding in Uganda Tour is customizable and can be undertaken mostly in the dry season between June-August and December – February. Bird watching tours in Uganda are perfect for avid birders, seasoned birders, groups, families, and solo travelers. Uganda has over 1,065 confirmed bird species distributed all through the borders of the country.
Shoebills, Endemics And Primates
This 19 Days Uganda Birding Tour focuses on the “must-see” birds of Uganda, though we’ll certainly see a lot of widespread spectacular species like Great Blue Turaco, Ross’s Turaco, amazing barbets, and so many others. We can also expect to see other star species such as the Red-faced Barbet, as well as the incomparable Gorillas, troop encounters with Chimpanzees, and a slew of other primates. We’ll also see breathtaking scenery such as the Bwindi, the Virunga Volcanoes, and Africa’s largest lake, Lake Victoria, as well as the breathtaking Budongo Forest and Murchison Falls.
Luxury Uganda Gorilla Trekking
Ugandan Luxury Gorilla Trekking, Picture this: after a day of exploring a park or forest in search of gorillas, you may unwind in the ultimate luxury of your lodgings. The finest lodgings and most first-rate amenities are the hallmarks of luxurious lodges. The accommodations and mode of transportation used on a safari determine its level of luxury. The most costly kind of vacation in Uganda is a luxury gorilla safari. They are defined by their use of 4×4 safari land cruisers, lodging in luxury lodges, and travelling via chartered or scheduled planes.
Budget Uganda Gorilla Safaris
Gorilla Budget Safaris in Uganda can be either short or long, with the option to stay in inexpensive lodges or hotels while trekking with gorillas. There is a significant price difference between budget and luxury lodges. Even without the opulent amenities of five-star hotels, staying in more modest lodgings is a pleasant experience. There are several affordable lodges spread out around Uganda’s national parks, including Bwindi Impenetrable and Mgahinga Gorilla. For your gorilla safari in Uganda, Kabira Safaris can assist you in making reservations at any of the many affordable safari lodges or even campgrounds in the country.
Gorillas And Wildlife Itinerary
hroughout this 7-day Uganda Gorillas and Wildlife safari, you’ll have the chance to see a wide variety of animals and plants, including: chimpanzees in Kibale Forest, mountain gorillas in the dense rainforest of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, and Savannahs in Queen Elizabeth National Park. Among the cultural experiences we provide are treks, wildlife drives, and encounters with the ancient Batwa Pygmies in Bwindi Forest, among others. Uganda is known as the Pearl of Africa for good reason: it is a veritable paradise for animals.
Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Vs Volcanoes
What’s Your Pick For Your Next gorilla trekking safari? – If you’re trying to decide between Uganda’s Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park and Rwanda’s Volcanoes National Park because of your interest in gorilla trekking, the comparison of the two that follows is based on our knowledge and experience and should help you make your decision. The truth is that your mountain gorilla trekking experience will be very similar whether you visit Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park or Volcanoes National Park.
Gorilla Trekking For Seniors
Going on a gorilla trek with the elderly. With Kabira Safaris & Tours Africa, gorilla trekking is made simple for people who are not fit enough, elderly, or unable to go up to see the gorillas. Are you planning to trek gorillas with your mother, father, or sibling who is old, senior, or who is disabled? There is no upper age limit for gorilla trekking if one can get to the park, however, there are ways to make it easier for senior people to see the gorillas.
Gorillas in the Mist
Gorillas in The Mist Itinerary to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, where you can trek mountain gorillas and encounter a unique family of these primates. Watching a family of gorillas interact, play, and forage for food in the rainforest is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to get up close and personal with nature. Then, take a village stroll on the rainforest’s outskirts to get to know the locals and their way of life. Enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime gorilla safari combined with the amenities and facilities of a posh Ugandan resort.
Rwenzori Climbing And Gorilla Trekking
The Perfect 12 Days Itinerary for Hikers. If you want to see the mountain gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park and climb Mount Rwenzori, this 12-day Rwenzori and Gorilla Trekking is the way to go. Both Entebbe, Uganda and Kigali, Rwanda are suitable beginning and ending points for your Rwenzori and Gorilla Trekking adventure. For your perusal, I have provided a complete schedule of the Rwenzori And Gorilla Trekking Safari.
25 Days in Uganda Itinerary
25-day safari is among the greatest options. While in Uganda, you can go on a journey to visit the three most famous primates in the country (mountain gorillas, golden monkeys, and chimpanzees), as well as experience the Big Five and the excitement of Jinja, known as the “Adventure Capital of East Africa.” The highlight of your trip to Uganda will be monitoring mountain gorillas in Bwindi National Park, one of the 10 national parks in Uganda.
Uganda Western Birding Itinerary
we’ll visit some of the nation’s most important ecosystems. The western region of the nation is perhaps the most abundant in terms of the wide variety of bird species a birder would take into account when arranging a birding safari in Uganda. In addition to the spectacular savannah inhabitants, it is home to the region’s highly sought-after Albertine Rift endemics, protected species from the Congo forest, a good number of foresters, mountain birds, and water birds.
Self Drive Uganda
Embark on an 18-day self-drive safari through Uganda and experience the country’s most iconic animals, primates, and exciting adventures. Experience the wonders of Kidepo savanna plains, Murchison Falls, and Queen Elizabeth National Parks on foot while you travel alongside golden monkeys, endangered mountain gorillas, and chimpanzees. Indulge in an exhilarating array of Jinja adventure activities with our comprehensive 18-Day Uganda Self Drive Safari package.
25 Days in Uganda Itinerary
25-day safari is among the greatest options. While in Uganda, you can go on a journey to visit the three most famous primates in the country (mountain gorillas, golden monkeys, and chimpanzees), as well as experience the Big Five and the excitement of Jinja, known as the “Adventure Capital of East Africa.” The highlight of your trip to Uganda will be monitoring mountain gorillas in Bwindi National Park, one of the 10 national parks in Uganda.
Uganda Western Birding Itinerary
we’ll visit some of the nation’s most important ecosystems. The western region of the nation is perhaps the most abundant in terms of the wide variety of bird species a birder would take into account when arranging a birding safari in Uganda. In addition to the spectacular savannah inhabitants, it is home to the region’s highly sought-after Albertine Rift endemics, protected species from the Congo forest, a good number of foresters, mountain birds, and water birds.
Rwenzori Climbing And Gorilla Trekking
The Perfect 12 Days Itinerary for Hikers. If you want to see the mountain gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park and climb Mount Rwenzori, this 12-day Rwenzori and Gorilla Trekking is the way to go. Both Entebbe, Uganda and Kigali, Rwanda are suitable beginning and ending points for your Rwenzori and Gorilla Trekking adventure. For your perusal, I have provided a complete schedule of the Rwenzori And Gorilla Trekking Safari.
30 Days Birding in Uganda
The focus of this 30 Days hardcore birding safari in Uganda are the Albertine Rift Endemics and the only 1 species endemic to Uganda – Fox’s Weaver, the Shoebill Stork, Papyrus Gonolek, Black-breasted, Black-collared and Red-faced Barbet, White-backed Night Heron, African Finfoot, Albertine Rift Endemics, mostly the African Green Broadbill and Short-tailed Warbler, Green-breasted Pitta, Congo Serpent Eagle, African Piculet, Puvel’s Illadopsis, Nahan’s Francolin, Cassine’s Hawk-Eagle, Lesser Kestrel Orange Weaver, Quail-Plover, Secretary Bird, Sandgrouses among others.
Uganda Western Birding Itinerary
we’ll visit some of the nation’s most important ecosystems. The western region of the nation is perhaps the most abundant in terms of the wide variety of bird species a birder would take into account when arranging a birding safari in Uganda. In addition to the spectacular savannah inhabitants, it is home to the region’s highly sought-after Albertine Rift endemics, protected species from the Congo forest, a good number of foresters, mountain birds, and water birds.
Multi Country Africa Tours
Go on an African safari that will blow your mind. Stopping in South Africa, Namibia, Tanzania, Botswana, Zambia, Rwanda, Congo, and Uganda are just a few of the incredible stops on an incredible overland adventure through Africa. Wander across the Serengeti, see the wildlife of Kruger National Park, and marvel at Victoria Falls. By sleeping under the African sky and enjoying an overland truck ride, you may explore all that Africa has to offer. On the pinnacle of African multi-country adventures, you might see wildlife, deserts, mountain gorillas, and the spice island of Zanzibar.
Gorilla Trekking From Burundi
Gorilla Trekking From Burundi/Bujumbura (Flying): The Guide – Is it possible to fly into Bujumbura, Burundi’s capital, and then go on to Uganda to go on a Gorilla Trekking trip after a safari in Burundi? A gorilla safari can be organized through Kabira Safaris & Tours Africa and will begin in Burundi.
Gorilla Trekking From United Kingdom
The mountain gorilla population is critically low, with just two wild groups remaining. A portion of the first group resides in Rwanda’s Volcanoes National Park in the Central African Virunga volcanic highlands, and members of the second group are buried in the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest in Uganda. Each of these special locations is visited by one of our many tours.
Gorilla Trekking From India
In Mumbai, India, would you like to go trekking with gorillas? Is a gorilla trekking safari something you’re interested in doing during your time in Mumbai for a business conference or other event? Would you like to include gorilla trekking in your Mumbai agenda if you are a tourist? Helping you arrange your Gorilla Trekking Safari to Uganda is our pleasure here at Kabira Safaris & Tours Africa.
African Safari With Gorillas
Combining An African Safari With Gorillas in One Itinerary: The Perfect Small Group Tour – This is a tailor-made or small-group excursion that combines an African Safari With Gorillas is possible. A customized vacation Combining Gorillas with an African Safari will cost a bit extra, but it will give you the opportunity to customize your schedule to fit your interests and choose from a variety of lodges and safari camps for your lodging.
Uganda, Kenya And Tanzania Itinerary
This vacation begins with gorilla trekking in Uganda’s lush rain forests and continues on to the savannahs of Kenya’s Masai Mara and Tanzania’s Serengeti, where you can witness the Great Wildebeest Migration. Next, you’ll visit the Ngorongoro Crater, which is home to the “Big 5” species of Africa (lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and buffalo), before kicking back at a coffee lodge with a view of Mount Meru.
Kilimanjaro And Gorilla Trekking
Mount Kilimanjaro and gorilla tracking in Rwanda or Uganda are two of the most iconic experiences that each adventurous traveller should have while living out their travel fantasies. each tourist worth their salt has a “Bucket List” as lengthy as the Great Wall of China, but there are a few must-dos that no adventurer should miss. Mount Kilimanjaro Climb and a visit to Volcanoes National Park’s Mountain Gorillas are two very distinct excursions, but they complement each other well. Since Kilimanjaro Airport offers daily flights to Kigali, Rwanda’s capital, it’s a no-brainer to combine the two.
Gorilla Trekking From Victoria Falls
The Best Guide to Gorilla Trekking From Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe & Zambia. Do you want to book a gorilla safari from Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe or Zambia online? This entails taking a trip to Rwanda or Uganda from Victoria Falls, and then either seeing the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest or the Mgahinga Gorilla National Park, or the Volcanoes National Park in Rwanda. Victoria Falls, one of the world’s greatest curtain waterfalls at 1,708 meters (5,604 feet) in width, is widely recognized as one of the Seven Wonders of the Natural World.
Gorilla Trekking From South Africa
Gorilla Trekking From South Africa, Johannesburg, Cape Town. Do you wish to go gorilla trekking in Uganda, Rwanda, or the Congo and will be starting or ending your trip in South Africa? Trekking gorillas in Africa, starting in South Africa, is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity that draws many tourists to the continent. Watching gorillas in Uganda, Rwanda, or the Congo is one of the best wildlife experiences every traveler would do on their safari, despite the high expenses, time, and discomfort from reserving to doing the journey through the forest to hunt for these endangered apes.
Gorilla Trekking From Nigeria
Gorilla Trekking From Nigeria to Rwanda/Uganda is an amazing experience that allows you to observe these magnificent creatures in their natural habitat. is an amazing experience that allows you to observe these magnificent creatures in their natural habitat. Unfortunately, there are no gorillas in Nigeria, so you will need to travel to neighboring countries to go gorilla trekking. The two main countries for gorilla trekking are Uganda and Rwanda, both of which are located in East Africa. Both countries have established national parks where you can go gorilla trekking and see these incredible animals up close.
Gorilla Trekking From Namibia
The best guide to Gorilla Trekking From Namibia, Windhoek, Swakopmund, Walvis Bay, Rundu, Otjiwarongo. Leaving Namibia for a Gorilla Safari. Do you want to go on safari in Namibia while you’re in Africa for Gorilla Trekking? Do you now reside in Namibia and hope to participate in gorilla tracking? Many people choose to visit Africa in order to participate in the once-in-a-lifetime activity of gorilla trekking.
Botswana Safari And Gorilla Trekking
Botswana and Rwanda’s diverse flora and fauna provide some of the most intimate wildlife encounters we’ve ever had, based on our excursions throughout Africa. The UNESCO-recognized Okavango Delta in Botswana is one of the most significant wildlife areas in Africa, home to the “Big Five” (lions, elephants, cape buffalo, rhinos, and leopards) as well as exceptional bird viewing. In stark contrast to Botswana, the Rwandan highlands provide the closest encounter with the wild: Rwandan mountain gorillas.
East Africa Honeymoon Itinerary
One of the most romantic African honeymoons may be had in East Africa, where hot air balloon rides are accompanied by vibrant orange sunsets, stargazing around campfires at night, and days spent lounging in hammocks on the powdery white sands and turquoise seas of the Indian Ocean. A honeymoon in East Africa offers the ideal blend of adventure, leisure, and romance, whether you’re interested in a traditional Tanzanian safari, observing mountain gorillas in Rwandan forests, or just lounging on the beach of the beautiful island of Zanzibar.
Birding in Uganda From USA, UK
Our 2-week highlights of Uganda birding tour travels from Lake Victoria’s source to the snow-capped Ruwenzori Range and the montane splendors of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, which is home to some of the last remaining Mountain Gorillas. Simply put, Uganda is an equatorial country of incredible contrasts, with some of the best birding and mammal viewing on the planet.
Uganda And Rwanda Tours
A 5 Days Itinerary Guide offer Wildlife, Chimps & Gorillas. This Combined Uganda And Rwanda Tours are designed for travelers who want to visit Uganda and Rwanda. Because the primates prefer to wander deep into the forest during particular months of the year, the Nyungwe forest in Rwanda is not very trustworthy for Chimpanzee Trekking. Trackers may have to spend the entire day looking for chimpanzees and there’s also a chance you won’t see them at all.
Double Trekking Uganda And Rwanda
Gorilla Trekking in Uganda and Rwanda (Trekking Gorillas Twice) is intended for those who want to undertake gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park – Uganda, and Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda. Observing and comparing two different gorilla families allows one to examine and compare group behaviors/dynamics. There are no two gorilla groups that are the same. Some have a greater number of silverbacks, females, and individuals overall.
Rwanda And Uganda Tours
This Combined Uganda And Rwanda Tours are designed for travelers who want to visit Uganda and Rwanda. Because the primates prefer to wander deep into the forest during particular months of the year, the Nyungwe forest in Rwanda is not very trustworthy for Chimpanzee Trekking. Trackers may have to spend the entire day looking for chimpanzees and there’s also a chance you won’t see them at all.
East Africa vs South Africa Safari
Would you recommend South Africa or Tanzania for my safari? Instead, how about a safari pitting South Africa against Kenya, or perhaps Uganda against Kenya? These are some of the most common inquiries we get from tourists who are trying to decide between a safari in Southern or East Africa. We have been creating unforgettable African safaris for thousands of clients since 2018. Experience is the foundation of our knowledge; we cover every inch of the places we suggest, so our clients can rest assured that their itineraries are based on solid ground.
Trekking holidays in Africa
Experience the vast cultural diversity, breathtaking natural scenery, and different landscapes of Africa on one of our walking and trekking vacations. Africa is home to more than 50 nations with some of the most diverse landscapes, animals, and flora in the world, making trekking there an unforgettable and absorbing adventure for every traveler. Walking around the Western Cape of South Africa, crossing the world-famous sand dunes of Morocco, and sleeping under the stars are all possible experiences on an African trekking journey.
1. Visit Uganda
Uganda is undoubtedly one of the best African safari destinations featured on many international travel sources as a must-visit destination. Uganda was named as a must-visit destination on the National Geographic Travellers Cool List 2019 and in many journals as a place to visit before you die. Here is why any traveler should choose to take a safari in Uganda through the Pearl of Africa;
Gorilla Trekking Safaris
(The best safari in Uganda?) – Gorilla trekking Safaris in Uganda are unrivaled, they create lifetime experiences with a feel of the true aliveness of the African jungle. Mountain Gorillas are known to live only in Uganda, Rwanda, and Congo but Uganda is definitely always the best choice.
Both Bwindi and Mgahinga parks offer affordable gorilla trekking tours at USD 600 for foreign nonresidents until June 2024 and USD 800 from then on.
This is half the price for the trek in Rwanda and Congo is disturbed by political unrest. Uganda has the highest gorilla family number with 19 habituated Mountain Gorillas available for trekking. It’s still only in Bwindi where tourists can have a gorilla habituation experience since a few of the mountain gorillas haven’t been fully habituated yet. Both Gorilla trekking and habituation offer a lifetime experience.
Mountain gorilla trekking in Uganda
Chimpanzee Trekking
Kibale Forest National Park is dubbed the primate capital of the world because of the high chimpanzee population in the park. Chimpanzee trekking Safaris in Uganda is the best way of getting close to man’s closest relatives in their natural habitats.
Other spots for Chimp tracking on a Safari in Uganda include the Kyambura Gorge in Queen Elizabeth National Park, Budongo forest just adjacent to Murchison Falls National Park, and Kalinzu forest. For Uganda safari tourists with limited time, visiting Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary is much more rewarding. Here you don’t trek the chimpanzees but interact with them in their rescue center as well as learn a lot from their behavior.
Chimpanzee trekking in Uganda
Murchison Falls
About 300 cubic meters of water are squeezed through a 7 meters gorge each second falling 43 meters below forming the world’s most powerful waterfalls – Murchison Falls National Park.
A safari in Murchison Falls National Park offers a chance to glimpse at the scenic falls formed on the Nile River. Murchison Falls safaris offer perfect opportunities for photography and sightseeing.
A hike to the top of the mighty falls and a boat cruise to the bottom of the falls is the best way of exploring the falls. These and more can be experienced on a 2 day at Murchison Falls Safari.
The Murchison Falls
Hiking Trips
Mountain Rwenzori and Mount Elgon are the ideal hiking safari destinations in Uganda. Mountain Rwenzori hosts the highest peak in the country at an altitude of 5,109m above sea level. The hike to the peak of the Rwenzoris lasts at least 8 days. Mount Elgon has its highest altitude at 4,321m above sea level with three popular hiking trails Sasa, Piswa, and the Sipi trails.
Hiking Mount Elgon takes about 4-6 days depending on the hikers’ ability. Other hiking trip destinations in Uganda include the Mgahinga Volcano hike, the Mount Moroto hike in north Eastern Uganda, and a hike to Kagulu hills in the Buyende district.
Rwenzori: Mountains of the Moon, Uganda
Wildlife Safari
Uganda is host to about 330 mammal species and therefore a great destination for wildlife tours in Africa. Safari in Uganda and have the chance to view several wildlife species. Some of the wildlife species seen in Uganda include the big five African game which is Buffaloes, Lions, Leopards, Rhinos, and Elephants. Other wildlife species include several antelopes like the Elands (biggest antelope) and the dik-dik (smallest antelope), Rock hyrax, Zebras, Giraffes, Warthogs, Oribis, Side striped jackal, Bushbucks, waterbuck, cheetahs, and many more.
Primate species include the Patas monkey, Black and White Colobus monkey, golden monkeys, olive baboons, and many more. Wildlife viewing tours are best done on game drives using 4×4 open-roof safari vehicles. Tours can be short or long depending on how much you would love to have the experience.
Game Drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park
White Water Rafting
White water rafting at the source of the Nile River in Jinja is the perfect way to get your adrenaline hyped. The rafts explode through huge walls of white water and drift through the warm green pools of the beautiful tropical sunshine.
Having a white water rafting experience in Jinja is just one perfect way any adventure lover can have an amazing experience on the Nile waters. Rafting can be undertaken in different grades, ranging from grade 5 to grade 3, family rafting and other milder rafting experiences can also be undertaken by families.
Rafting the Nile – Jinja, Uganda
Bird Watching Safari
Bird-watching safaris in Uganda are perfect for avid birders, seasoned birders, groups, families, and solo travelers. Uganda has over 1,065 confirmed bird species distributed all through the borders of the country.
Depending on what a birder would love to see, bird-watching tours are good all year round. The Fox’s weaver is endemic to Uganda and found in the Eastern part of the country. Grey Crowned Crane is the country’s national bird.
The shoebill stork is the sought-after bird species by many of birders in Uganda. 24 Albertine Rift endemics can also be seen in Uganda and these include the Ruwenzori Batis, Handsome Francolin, and many more.
Best bird-watching spots include Queen Elizabeth National Park, Kidepo Valley National Park, Mabamba wetland, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Mgahinga Gorilla National Park, Semuliki National Park, and many more.
Birding in Mabamba Swamp
The People and Cultures
Cultural tours in Uganda can be in any part of the country with about 56 tribes that have different cultures and traditions. Taking cultural visits helps you have an insight into the traditions of Ugandans including music, dance, drama, and livelihoods. Planning to have cultural safaris in Uganda can best be done on a long safari that is tailored to wildlife, birding, or gorilla safaris.
The smallest tribes in Uganda include the Batwa pygmies and the IK people in Southwestern and North Eastern Uganda respectively. Options for A Uganda safari are endless with almost all of the wildlife species of East Africa seen here. The only difference is that Uganda is a less crowded destination and therefore you take advantage of viewing wildlife with fewer interruptions. This is a perfect way of getting lost in nature!
Batwa pygmy tribe dancing.
2. How Do You Know The Best Uganda Safari Operator?
Uganda has many safari companies/tour operators and can be found on the internet. While planning to take a safari in Uganda, remember to always use a prominent safari company. A recommendable company should have tours related to those you would love to have, a well-detailed website, clear contact, and location details.
A genuine company will always have clear payment methods and be efficient communication. Kabira Safaris & Tours Africa and The Bespoke African Safari Co. meets these requirements and works with partners in the tourism industry such as the Association of Uganda Tour Operators, Africa Tour Operators, and others. Services are tailored according to your preference and therefore the top option for any kind of safari in Uganda.
3. Why Must You Choose Uganda As Your Safari Destination?
Uganda has much to offer, the reason it is actually dubbed the Pearl of Africa. In case you are wondering why you should choose Uganda as your next safari destination, then there’s a lot. Just as you arrive in Uganda, the biggest lake on the African continent – Lake Victoria will calm you down with the cool breeze.
Weather in Uganda is pleasant since it’s straddled by the equator line with temperatures at an average of about 22 degrees Celsius year-round. This weather makes safaris perfect most of the time of the year. Even in the rainy season, don’t be surprised to have the day bright and the sun is shining.
Gorilla safari in Uganda is the top safari activity with the highest number of habituated mountain gorillas in the country. Other extremely amazing activities include hiking, birding, fishing at Murchison Falls, wildlife tours, and several adventure trips.
Every kilometer you move in Uganda the scenery changes. The country is scenic and very beautiful to the eyesight. It never gets boring on the long drives with greenery in the background formed by several forests that form 6.3% of the total land area. Fresh fruit will always make your meals tastier. Uganda serves much of fresh foods grown from within the country as well as lots of fruits in the markets and many spots. The pineapples, sweet bananas, papaya, jackfruit, and many more are juicy and must not be missed on your trip.
4. What To See While On Safari in Uganda?
Wildlife: Uganda is an African Big Five Wild Game viewing safari destination where the Buffaloes, Elephants, Lions, Leopards, and Rhinos can be seen roaming on the savannah plains. Wildlife Safaris Uganda offers many more wild species with about 330 mammal species. About 7 species are endangered, 17, near threatened, 2 vulnerable, and no more critically endangered species since Mountain Gorilla numbers increased to 1004. Mountain Gorillas and Chimpanzees are also part of the wildlife species found in large numbers within Uganda rather than in any other destination in the African continent.
Birds – Birding tours in Uganda are perfect for avid birders, seasoned birders, groups, families, and solo travelers. Uganda has over 1,065 confirmed bird species distributed all through the borders of the country.
Shoebill stork is the sought-after bird species by many of the birders in Uganda. 24 Albertine Rift endemics can also be seen in Uganda and these include the Ruwenzori Batis, Handsome Francolin, and many more. Scenery – Uganda is beautiful, in every kilometer, you move in Uganda the scenery changes. The country is scenic and very beautiful to the eyesight. It never gets boring on the long drives with greenery in the background formed by several forests that form 6.3% of the total land area.
Visit historical and cultural sites – With lots of traditions and cultures, Uganda safaris get amazing when you take a visit to these cultural sites. Some of the sites include the Uganda Museum where you can learn almost all about Uganda. Kasubi tombs also within Kampala is a preservation point for the traditions of the Baganda- a Bantu tribe within the central region. The architecture here is traditional with a touch of the old and original way of construction in the typical African setting.
5. Accommodation / Where To Stay on Ugandan Safari?
As tourist numbers increase in Uganda each year, the need for accommodation in safari lodges and hotels has also been catered for. Lodging can be accessed from the city and several towns and even in the African wild after great moments in the adventure trails.
- Luxury/Up Market Accommodation facilities are offered at 5-star hotels and lodges and these pamper you throughout your stay. These are high-end accommodation facilities and the most expensive of all. Kampala Serena Hotel is one of the many luxury hotels.
- Mid-range/standard Accommodation is as accessible as any other throughout the country. In Uganda safari parks, are convenient and offer lodging facilities in lodges and tented camps. Many of these are built-in traditional settings a good example being the Kidepo Savannah Lodge in Kidepo Valley National Park.
- Budget/Basic Accommodations is ready to offer lodging facilities to travelers on small budgets. Though not with the high-end touch and pampering, budget lodges and Bandas offer great meals and housing along with great hospitality. The Uganda Wildlife Authority constructed Bandas in many of the parks and therefore offering budget accommodation easily.
Camping is a great way of experiencing the wild while on safari in Uganda. For backpackers, this is an affordable and easy way to have your accommodation sorted. You can carry your camping gear but can also rent from the park through a safari company. Learn More
6. What is the Best Time to Visit Uganda?
Best time could probably be the key to a memorable tour. Many travelers wonder what the best time to visit Uganda could actually be. Uganda is situated along with the equator a fact that makes it have a milder climate and no extreme weather conditions. Average temperatures are about 21 degrees Celsius and may drop to 12 degrees celsius.
You can visit Uganda throughout the year. However, it depends on where you are visiting since the wet and dry seasons vary. The best time of the year to tour is during the dry season months in the months of June – August, and December to February.
Why safari Uganda in the dry season? When the rains are less, the trails in the parks are drier and therefore less slippery making driving and hiking very easy. The grass is also short and therefore photography becomes clear and sightings better.
However, unlike any other safari destination in Uganda, Kidepo Valley National Park receives one rainy season which is between April-August. This is the best season for other parks and not for Kidepo. The other months of the year are good for visiting the park though December – February can get too hot at times.
Many will tell you the best time of the year to visit Uganda is in the dry season or all throughout the year, but now you can tell why. The country and tour destinations remain open all year throughout and therefore open to tourists though the experience may vary a little.
The time referred to as the best time is always the peak season and therefore parks and accommodation facilities become congested. This makes visiting during the rainy season more preferable. Accommodation facilities may also offer discounts during the rainy season.
7. How Much Does a Safari Cost in Uganda?
If you are wondering how much a safari to Uganda may cost, there is no single cost for a trip to the country but here is the highlight of what determines the cost of your safari. The price of the trip is determined by the destinations you choose, some have more and expensive activities than others.
Where you stay which is the lodge or hotel is a big determinant to the total cost of your trip. Luxury accommodation options will automatically lead to higher costs than budget or Mid-range accommodations. Even in the same class of accommodation, some lodges are more expensive than others, 900 USD could just be for 1 night at some Lodges.
The number of days you spend on the trip determines how much you will spend. Long Tours in Uganda will definitely be more expensive than short trips. On average you could be spending about 250 USD per person on a single Day trip to Lake Mburo National Park.
The bigger the group, the less each individual pays for the trip. Solo traveler trips are more expensive than group tours. When the group is bigger, costs are shared and therefore each person could pay much less than the cost of a solo traveler. It is possible to save over 300 USD per person on a shared 3 Days trip.
9. How Unique is Uganda from other Africa Safari Destinations?
Winston Churchill was wowed and named Uganda the Pearl of Africa even before having a Gorilla trekking or Chimpanzee tracking experience. This is because Uganda is an extraordinary safari destination with lots of endemics and friendly people.
Half of the world’s Mountain Gorillas, the worlds’ most powerful waterfalls, the highest mountain ranges, almost half of Africa’s bird species, the world’s longest river, Africa’s largest freshwater lake, the biggest chimpanzee numbers, and the continents most friendly people are all in Uganda. Surprising how all of these wonders fit in a single country just 236,040 sq. km! this makes Uganda unique and indeed tours to Uganda on top of traveler bucket lists.
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10. Is Uganda Safe to Visit
YES, For the past several decades Uganda has not had any political unrest and therefore a very safe destination to visit. Even without a tour guide, a tourist can easily move around the country and take their own self-drive trip, that’s how safe Uganda is.
Ugandans have been named several times as the friendliest people of the African continent and many tourists have witnessed this. Above all, it’s the people of Uganda that make this beautiful land a warm place to visit.
11. Is the Ugandan Weather Conducive to Tourists?
Straddling the equator, Uganda has no extreme weather conditions or winter and summer conditions, the weather is mild. During the day temperatures range from 24-33°C (52-91°F) during the hottest months and reaching up to 40°C/104°F in the far northern part of the country. It can rain any time of the year and the country doesn’t have extreme weather conditions. For travelers from all over the world, the weather in Uganda is favorable and may not affect so much.
However, it is recommended to drink a lot of water during the safari and also carry a brimmed hat. You could easily get sunburns. Depending on the season of the year always carry appropriate safari clothing. Even with the high temperatures, you may need to wear long-sleeved shirts and trousers for protection from brittles. These tips apply for Tanzania safaris as well as safaris in Kenya during game viewing.
Republic of Uganda[1]
Capital and Largest City: Kampala
Official Languages: English, Swahili
Demonym(s): Ugandan
Government: Unitary dominant-party presidential republic
President: Yoweri Museveni
Vice-President: Edward Ssekandi
Prime Minister: Ruhakana Rugunda
Legislature: Parliament
Independence: from the United Kingdom 9 October 1962
Area Total: 241,038 Km2 (93,065 sq mi) (79th) – Water (%): 15.39
Population 2018 estimate – 42,729,036[4][5] (35th)
GDP (PPP): Total – 2019 estimate – $102.659 billion[7]
Currency: Ugandan shilling (UGX)
Time zone: UTC+3 (EAT)
Calling code: +256
ISO 3166 code: UG
Internet TLD: .ug
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Uganda]
12. Best Places To Safari in Uganda
Without a doubt, Uganda is preferably the best Africa safari destination blessed with a diversity of nature. Uganda is crossed by the equator, host to many mountains, rivers, waterfalls, wildlife, and many more attractions. Numerous attractions and activities in Uganda can easily leave you undecided on where to go. We can’t choose where your safari in Uganda can be but we can only help you with the highlight of what is where.
Here are highlights on where to go for Uganda safaris;
1. Murchison Falls National Park
Murchison Falls Safaris are the most popular Best Short Safaris in Uganda taken on 3 days and 2 days trips. Murchison Falls National Park is Uganda’s oldest and largest safari park covering 3,840 sq. km and home to the world’s most powerful waterfalls-Murchison Falls.Murchison Falls National Park offers wildlife tours with about 76 mammal species including Elephants, Buffaloes, Lions, and Leopards. Almost 450 bird species can be seen in the park. Aquatic species, butterflies, reptiles.
6. Kibale Forest National Park
Chimpanzee trekking safari in Uganda are the popular safari activity in Kibale Forest National Park. The park is home to 13 primate species and the best place to visit for a chimpanzee-tracking safari. Chimp tracking costs USD 150 for foreign nonresidents, USD 100 for foreign residents, and 150,000 UGX for East Africa citizens valid till 1st July 2020. From then Foreign nonresidents will pay 200 USD, Foreign residents 150 USD, and still 150,000 UGX for East Africans.
2. Queen Elizabeth National Park
Covering 1,978 Sq. Km, Queen Elizabeth National Park is the second popularly visited Uganda Safari park popular for the tree Climbing lions. The park is divided by the equator line and home to over 95 mammal species. Extending from Lake George in the north-east to Lake Edward in the south west, the park has the highest concentration of bird species. About 600 bird species are known to be within the boundaries of the park.
7. Kidepo Valley National Park
Dubbed the true African wilderness with its beauty that has mostly gone unnoticed as stated by CNN Travel. Kidepo Valley National Park is a perfect wilderness to visit on any safari in Uganda. The park is about 1,442 sq. km, hosting about 77 mammal species, 475 bird species several reptiles and flora. The Dik Dik (smallest antelope), cheetahs, ostriches, Karamoja Apalis are endemic to Kidepo Valley National Park.
3. Lake Mburo National Park
Lake Mburo National Park is the closest safari park of Uganda from Kampala -Uganda’s capital. This is the best national park for walking safari in Uganda since the park has no known carnivores, a reason it’s dubbed whispers of the wild. Walking safaris, cycling, quad biking, horse riding game drives, boat cruise, and bird watching are the best activities in the park. Lake Mburo National Park covers about 370 sq. km underlined by ancient pre-Cambrian rocks hosting about 350 bird species.
8. Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is the top Gorilla trekking Safari Uganda destination hosting almost half of the world’s remaining Mountain Gorillas. 19 mountain gorilla families have been habituated and open to trekking by tourists the world over. With over 400 Mountain Gorillas, there are 99.9% chances of seeing these giants. Mountain gorilla habituation is also only possible in Bwindi Forest. Aside from the gorillas, 23 out of the 24 Albertine rift endemic bird species.
4. Rwenzori Mountains National Park
This is the ultimate hiking destination in Uganda with the highest peak at 5,109 m above sea level. Hiking these mountain ranges is strenuous and lasts for about 8 days, however, there are also less tiring hikes that include nature walks and day hikes on the slopes of the mountain. Giant Lobelia forms the beautiful vegetation of the Mountain slopes. The Rwenzori Mountains also host over 70 mammal species, 217 bird species including 19 Albertine rift endemics
9. Mount Elgon National Park
With the highest point at 1,121 Sq. Km, Mount Elgon is Uganda’s oldest physical feature found in Eastern Uganda at the border with Kenya. Its host to the world’s largest volcanic base 80 km in diameter. It’s a more favorable hiking destination compared to the higher Rwenzori Mountains. Mount Elgon is also hosting to about 300 bird species and is surrounded by the tribes of the Bagisu and Sabiny that you can visit for a cultural tour.
5. Semuliki National Park
Semuliki National Park covers about 220 sq. km and is known as the birder’s paradise because of the special forest bird species within the park. The park is host to about 441 bird species and 53 mammals with the famous hot springs. Some of the bird species in Semuliki National Park include the Spot-breasted Ibis, Nkulengu Rail, Long-tailed Hawk, Western Bronze-naped Pigeon, Black-throated Coucal, White-billed Kingfisher, Piping Hornbill, and many more.
10. Mgahinga Gorilla National Park
Mgahinga Gorilla National Park contributes to the big number of Mountain Gorillas in Uganda as it hosts 1 gorilla family known as Nyakagezi. The park is within the Virunga ranges adjacent to Virunga National Park in Congo and Volcanoes National Park in Rwanda. Birding in Mgahinga is another rewarding activity aside from Gorilla trekking. About 180 bird species have been recorded within the park.