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Uganda Safaris: Gorilla Trekking & Wildlife Safaris in Uganda Tours
Uganda safari packages offer you a great opportunity to safari to Uganda and see amazing attractions. A Safari in Uganda Africa features pristine national game parks such as Queen Elizabeth National Park for amazing wildlife, Kibale National Park for Chimpanzees, and Bwindi Impenetrable National Park known for gorillas, Kidepo Valley National Park-the best wilderness park in Africa, Rwenzori Mountains National Park- the 3rd highest mountain in Africa, and much more.
While on your Uganda safari tours, you’ll explore the incredible natural beauty of this country “unmatched to any country in East Africa”! Uganda’s lovely beautiful scenery comprises lush beautiful green forests, dazzling lakes, snow-capped mountains, volcanoes, and beautiful rolling hills. This breathtaking scenery forced Winston Churchill to name it the Pearl of Africa.
There are several activities to do on your safaris in Uganda however, Mountain gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is the top most highlight. Other amazing Uganda tour activities include Chimpanzee trekking in Kibale National Park as well as wildlife viewing tours in Murchison Falls National Park, Queen Elizabeth National Park, Kidepo National Park, and Lake Mburo National Park.
On your Uganda safari trip, you’ll see most of the game animals in East Africa including all the Big Five as well as several bird species.
More amazing adventures worth undertaking on your Uganda safaris & vacations include exploring the source of the River Nile, hiking Rwenzori Mountain, undertaking Kampala city tours as well as cultural experiences, etc.
Group Uganda tours as well as a private tour are possible to undertake and the choice is yours!
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Mountain gorilla trekking Uganda tours are normally the top safari highlights of most travelers who visit Uganda. It’s an amazing experience to meet face-to-face with the Mountain gorillas within their lovely habitat.
As you trek with the mountain gorillas, expect to enjoy unforgettable memories with these beautiful and gentle human-like giants!
UGANDA GORILLA TREKKING SITE: WHERE TO GO FOR GORILLA TREKKING SAFARIS IN UGANDA?
Uganda gorilla safari holidays are only done in 2 national parks and these include:
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park,Bwindi Impenetrable Forest Park
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is a great UNESCO World Heritage Site, famously known for its standard gorilla trekking tours in East Africa. Uganda Bwindi National Park is home to 50% of the Mountain gorillas living on Earth.
Usually, after a Mountain gorilla safari in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, travelers relax at Lake Bunyonyi. Lake Bunyonyi is a scenic place with incredible natural beauty, which you love watching all day long.
Mgahinga Gorilla National Park
Often, Uganda gorilla trekking tours in Mgahinga Gorilla National Park are done by tourists from Rwanda, as this park is near Rwanda’s border. Mgahinga National Park has one Mountain gorilla family called Nyakagezi, with 9 members.
Globally, the Mountain gorilla family in Mgahinga National Park features the highest number of Silverbacks. On top of the Mountain gorilla safari in Mgahinga Gorilla National Park, you can also track Golden monkeys or enjoy volcano hiking.
Still, while on your Uganda safari in Mgahinga National Park, you can relax on the beautiful Lake Bunyonyi. A private tour can be organized for you!
IS GORILLA TREKKING IN UGANDA WORTH IT?
All Mountain gorilla safari expeditions for Uganda safari holidays are worth the money. Gorilla trekking is an amazing, unique adventure that gives you a golden opportunity to meet the endangered Mountain gorillas in their scenic natural environment.
Note that a large portion of the money collected as tourists track Mountain gorillas helps in Mountain gorilla conservation
2. Uganda Chimpanzee Trekking Safaris
Undertaking Uganda chimpanzee trekking tours is the best way to encounter man’s closest cousins—the chimps. According to scientists, chimps share about 98–99% of human DNA.
Most chimpanzee-tracking Uganda safari tours take place in tropical rainforests. On this lovely adventure, you’ll see these human-like intelligent apes playing, grooming, feeding, swinging in trees, etc.
A private tour can be arranged for you on your Uganda safari trip.
WHERE TO GO FOR UGANDA CHIMPANZEE TOURS | WHERE ARE UGANDA CHIMPANZEE SAFARIS DONE?
All the Uganda chimpanzee trekking sites are found in tropical rainforests within the Albertine Rift Valley region.
Uganda Chimp tracking sites include:
Kibale National Park, Kibale Forest National Park
Kibale National Park, near Fort Portal Town, is the best destination for chimpanzee trekking in Uganda. Uganda Kibale Forest National Park holds the highest concentration and diversity of primates in the entire world.
Apart from chimpanzees, while tracking chimpanzees in Kibale Forest National Park, you also spot several beautiful primate species for instance, the Red-tailed Monkeys, Baboons, etc.
A Uganda safari without a wildlife viewing tour is incomplete!
Wildlife safari tours in Uganda allow you to have close encounters with most or all the wildlife of Uganda within their natural setting. On your game-viewing Uganda safari trip, you’ll look out for Lions, Cape Buffalos, Elephants, Rhinos, Giraffes, Hippos, Zebras, Cheetahs, several Antelopes, etc.
If you’re interested in a private tour, it’s possible.
BEST SITES FOR WILDLIFE SAFARIS IN UGANDA—WHERE CAN I SEE WILDLIFE IN UGANDA?
These are the best places for wildlife tours in Uganda:
Murchison Falls National Park
In Uganda, Murchison Falls National Park is one of the best national parks for wildlife safari expeditions. As you undertake a Uganda safari tour in Murchison Falls National Park, you’ll spot Elephants, Lions, Cape Buffalos, Leopards, Hippos, Giant Nile Crocodiles, Hippos, etc.
Game-viewing activities in Murchison Falls National Park include game drives, boat cruises on the Nile, and birding tours.
Queen Elizabeth National Park
National Park Queen Elizabeth is the most visited among the national parks in Uganda. Queen Elizabeth National Park is near Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, the best site for gorilla tours in Uganda.
Travelers on game-viewing Uganda tours in Queen Elizabeth National Park can spot tree-climbing Lions in the Ishasa sector.
Other animal species in Queen Elizabeth National Park are best spotted on game drives and a boat cruise on the Kazinga channel. It is possible also to enjoy chimpanzee trekking in Queen Elizabeth National Park.
The other only destination to spot tree-climbing Lions globally is Lake Manyara National Park in Tanzania.
Kidepo Valley National Park
Situated in northeastern Uganda, Kidepo Valley National Park is called the True African Wilderness. Over 77 wild animals have been recorded in the breathtaking golden plains of Kidepo National Park, counting 4 of the Big Five: cheetahs, zebras, giraffes, etc.
Lake Mburo National Park
Among national parks in Uganda, Lake Mburo National Park holds the highest concentration of zebras as well as Leopards. On your Uganda safari in Lake Mburo National Park, you will enjoy scenic walking safaris, game drives, cycling tours, horseback safaris, and boat tours as you spot several wildlife species.
Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
On your Uganda safari trip, Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary is the only place to see wild Rhinos in Uganda. Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary is mostly visited by tourists during Ugandan tours to Murchison Falls National Park.
The main Uganda safari activity in Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary is Rhino trekking on foot.
Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary is the only place to enjoy Rhino tracking on foot in Uganda.
In East Africa, this sanctuary ranks as the best site to spot White Rhinos.
More popular places for wildlife Uganda safari tours
Kibale National Park, adjacent to Fort Portal town, is an ideal place for nature walks
Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park (Bwindi Impenetrable Forest), a UNESCO World Heritage Site in southwestern Uganda
Mgahinga National Park, and
Mount Elgon National Park
4. Uganda Birding Tours, Uganda Birding Safaris
If you are a bird lover, expect a great experience on your Uganda safari vacation. This country holds numerous bird species, such as forest birds, water birds, savannahs, migratory birds, and Albertine endemic birds.
On your birding Uganda tours, a private tour offers the most memorable adventures.
Below are the notable birds in Uganda to look for on your bird-watching Uganda safaris and tours:
Shoebill
Great Blue Turaco
African Green Broadbill in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
Green-breasted Pitta of Kibale Forest National Park
African Fish Eagles
Double-toothed barbet and
Secretary Bird
Abbysinian Ground Hornbill
Key sites on birding Uganda safari tour trips:
1. BWINDI IMPENETRABLE NATIONAL PARK, BWINDI IMPENETRABLE FOREST
Not only is Bwindi National Park known for Uganda gorilla safari tours but it’s also a great site for Uganda birding tours.
In this beautiful UNESCO World Heritage Site, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park you’ll spot 90% of the Albertine Endemic birds for instance, the rare African Green Broadbill and Neumann’s Warbler.
2. MURCHISON FALLS NATIONAL PARK
Murchison Falls National Park is the best site to spot the Shoebill while on your Uganda safari. Most of the birds in Murchison Falls National Park are spotted during a boat ride on Victoria Nile. Others, such as the Sevretary Bird and Abbysinain Ground Horbill, are spotted during game drives.
It is possible to combine your birding safaris in Murchison Falls National Park with wildlife tours.
3. Queen QUEEN ELIZABETH Park, Uganda
Queen Elizabeth National Park, Uganda, is the best place for African birding tours. Due to its rich ecosystem, National Park Queen Elizabeth holds many birding species, totaling over 600 bird species.
Most of the birds in Queen Elizabeth National Park are best spotted on a boat trip on the Kazinga channel. The most notable include Kingfishers, Commorants, Pelicans, Saddle-billed stocks, Yellow-billed storks, etc.
4. KIBALE NATIONAL PARK, KIBALE FOREST NATIONAL PARK
Kibale Forest National Park, near Fort Portal National Park, is the best area to spot forest birds while on your bird Uganda safari.
Popular birds in Kibale Forest National Park include the Green-Baked Pitta, Red-Faced Barbet, Yellow-throated Tinker Bird, Western Nicator, Afep Pigeon, etc.
Other major sites for Uganda birding tours are:
Semuliki National Park
Lake Mburo National Park
Mgahinga national park
Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
Rwenzori Mountains National Park: This is another great site to spot Albertine Endemic bird species after Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Mabamba wetland: A convenient area to spot Lake Victoria biome bird species as well as the rare Shoebill
5. Boat Cruise Safaris in Uganda
Boat cruise expeditions allow you to spot wild animals as well as birds, which are hard to spot on land. Some of the wildlife spotted include Hippos, Nile Crocodiles, and several water birds such as the Saddle-billed Stork, Herons, Kingfishers, etc.
Other game animals like Elephants, Antelopes, Zebras, and buffalos, can be spotted along the lake or river banks. Just come with your camera for lovely photo shoots.
best sites for boat cruises on a safari in Uganda:
Boat ride on Lake Victoria
Launch trip in Murchison Falls National Park on the Nile River
Kazinga channel boat cruise within Queen Elizabeth National Park- National Park, Queen Elizabeth
Launch trip on Lake Mburo within Lake Mburo National Park
boat trip to the Source of the Nile River within Jinja
Launch trip on Lake Bunyonyi within southwestern Uganda: 3-2 hours drive from Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
6. Gorilla Habituation Experience
gorilla habituation experience is only possible in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is a wonderful wild adventure, giving you a chance to spend more time with the endangered Mountain gorillas.
Usually, the Gorilla habitat experience is ideal for researchers studying Mountain gorillas. During this amazing wild adventure, you’ll visit a Mountain gorilla undergoing the habituation process and spend almost the whole day with these gentle giants, learning about their fascinating behaviors.
In Bwindi national park, it is done in only the Rushaga sector of Bikingi Mountain gorilla family.
Most of them are private tour expeditions.
7. Chimpanzee Habituation Experience
Just like the Mountain gorilla habituation experience, the Chimpanzee habituation experience is also a full-day activity. You’ll start your day with chimpanzees in their natural habitat as they leave their nests and watch them till they build their nests in the evening.
It’s an amazing lifetime adventure for travelers interested in learning about interesting and unique facts about chimpanzees.
On your Uganda safari holidays, Kibale Forest Nation Park offers the best experience. A private tour can be organized.
8. Uganda Adventure Tours
Within East Africa, adventure safaris in Uganda are among the best and will leave you with unforgettable memories.
On your Uganda safari vacation, popular adventures include:
Hiking Rwenzori Mountain
Bungee jumping into the Nile River, the world’s longest river
Zip-lining in Mabira Forest: It’s also possible along Lake Bunyonyi
White water rafting on the Nile
Horseback safaris in Lake Mburo National Park
Quad biking near the Nile River in Jinja Town
Kayaking on the Nile and possibly on Lake Victoria
Cycling tours in Lake Mburo National Park
9. Uganda Cultural Tours, Uganda Cultural Safaris
The intention of cultural experiences on your Uganda safari vacation is to take you to various places where you’ll encounter local people and explore their amazing traditions, beliefs, norms, and practices.
You’ll enjoy the vibrant cultural dance, taste local foods, and participate in some traditional activities. With great experience in arranging safari Uganda tours, a private tour can be organized for you.
These are the top cultural experiences on Uganda tours:
Bigodi village walks near Kibale Forest National Park. This guided tour is usually done after chimp tracking in Kibale National Park
Batwa cultural encounters. These are possible around Bwindi Impenetrable National Park & Mgahinga National Park
Karamajong community visits- are done by travelers on wildlife Uganda tours in Kidepo Valley National Park. It is also a guided tour!
Village guided tour around Lake Bunyonyi within southwestern Uganda: You’ll visit the homes of the energetic Bakiga people who stay around Lake Bunyonyi
Cattle milking around Lake Mburo National Park
10. Kampala Walking Tour
The Kampala walking tour can be done on the first day or the last day of your Uganda safari. Normally, it’s a day trip! It offers you a chance to explore Uganda’s capital city, Kampala, giving you an insight into the economic activities done by people.
Below are the top sites to visit on the Kampala city tour:
Gadaffi Mosque: It’s a must-not-miss site on your day trip to Kampala city for a walking tour
Local markets, for instance, Nakasero and Owino Markets
Uganda Museum
Kabaka’s palace
Kasubi Tombs, a scenic UNESCO World Heritage Site within Kampala
Uganda Martyrs Shrine Namugongo: It’s also worth visiting on your walking tour in Kampala
Beautiful monuments—the most commonly visited during the day trip Kampala walking tour is the Uganda Independence monument
11. Fishing Safaris in Uganda
Although sport fishing is not yet developed in this country, it is possible on your Uganda safari.
On your fishing safaris in Uganda, you can catch most of the popular fish species in East Africa, including the mighty Nile perch. Others include Tilapia, Tigerfish, catfish, etc.
Below are major spots for fishing safaris in Uganda:
Lake Victoria is ideal for catching the Nile Perch
Murchison Falls National Park, along the Nile on Victoria Nile
Lake Mburo within Lake Mburo National Park
Fishing in Jinja along the Nile River
We can organize a private tour for you.
12. Agro-Uganda Tours
Usually, agro-safaris in Uganda are added to Ugandan tours, such as game viewing, birding, Mountain gorilla safari expeditions, and chimpanzee tracking tours.
They are intended to allow you to explore the different farming systems in Uganda.
Popular agro-safaris in Uganda include:
A visit to Mpanga Tea Estates in Fort Portal, near Kibale Forest National Park
Exploring the coffee farms adjacent to Queen Elizabeth National Park (National Park Queen Elizabeth). In Eastern Uganda, you can explore coffee farms on the foothills of Mount Elgon
Cattle tours in areas around Lake Mburo National Park
Visiting a banana plantation in Western Uganda
We can arrange for a private tour of any place.
Top Tourist Attractions in Uganda: What to See in Uganda?
Various amazing Ugandan attractions will be seen by tourists who visit Uganda.
Below are the best tourist attractions in Uganda:
1. Wild Animals in Uganda
Most of the game animals in Uganda are spotted on Uganda wildlife viewing tours in Uganda’s national parks, sanctuaries and game reserves.
The most popular game animals in Uganda include primates such as Mountain gorillas, Chimpanzees, Bush babies, and Red-tailed Monkeys. These are spotted mostly in tropical rainforests such as Bwindi National Park and Kibale Forest National Park.
Lions, cape Buffalos, Elephants, Antelopes, Leopards, Cheetahs, Hippos, Giraffes, Crocodiles, and Hyenas can be spotted in Queen Elizabeth National Park, Murchison Falls National Park, and Lake Mburo National Park.
2. Birds in Uganda
Birds are also great tourist attractions in Uganda, especially if you are a bird lover! On your Uganda safari holiday, you’ll spot several bird species, such as forest birds, forest birds, etc.
Among the notable birds in Uganda are the Shoebill, Great Blue Turaco, five secretary birds, Kingfishers, Double-toothed barbets, African Fish Eagles, etc.
Most of the Uganda birding tours take place in National Park Queen Elizabeth, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Kibale National Park, and Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary.
Most of the birds are spotted during nature walks.
3. Beautiful Mountains
There are numerous incredible mountains in Uganda that are ideal for mountain hiking adventures.
The most popular mountains in Uganda include:
The snow-capped Rwenzori Mountains in the shadow backdrop of Queen Elizabeth National Park-National Park Queen Elizabeth
3 volcanoes in Mgahinga National Park in southwestern Uganda
Mount Elgon in Eastern Uganda
Mount Moroto & Mount Morungole in northern Uganda
4. Wonderful Lakes & Rivers in Uganda
Lakes and rivers are ideal sites for a boat ride. Some of these are found in national parks such as Queen Elizabeth National Park, Murchison Falls National Park, and Lake Mburo National Park. The Nile, the world’s longest river, is one of the legendary rivers in Uganda.
Here are the popular lakes in Uganda:
Lake Victoria
Lake Bunyonyi is usually visited after Mountain gorilla safari in Uganda Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Lake George and Edward in National Park, Queen Elizabeth
Lake Albert
Lake Mburo within Lake Mburo National Park
Best Places to Visit in Uganda | Destinations in Uganda to Visit? Where do I go for safaris in Uganda?
Even though Uganda holds several tourist destinations, most visitors on private tour holidays normally visit Ugandan national parks.
These are the best places to visit on your Uganda safari tour:
1. Uganda National Parks, National Parks in Uganda
a. BWINDI IMPENETRABLE NATIONAL PARK, BWINDI IMPENETRABLE FOREST
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, a great UNESCO World Heritage Site, is the place for mountain gorilla safari tours in East Africa. Uganda Bwindi Impenetrable Forest holds 50% of Mountain gorillas on Earth.
b. QUEEN ELIZABETH NATIONAL PARK | NATIONAL PARK QUEEN ELIZABETH
Found within western Uganda, Queen Elizabeth National Park is the only site to spot tree-climbing lions in Uganda. Queen Elizabeth National Park is a great site for wildlife Uganda tours.
c. MURCHISON FALLS NATIONAL PARK
Murchison Falls National Park is also a great place for game-viewing safaris in Uganda. It’s home to about 144 mammal species and over 451 birds, including the rare shoebill.
d. KIBALE NATIONAL PARK
Kibale National Park is famous for its chimpanzee trekking tours in Uganda. This park is just a 2–3-hour drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park and close to Fort Portal Town.
More national parks in Uganda are worth visiting.
Lake Mburo National Park
Kidepo National Park
Mgahinga national park
Rwenzori Mountains National Park
Semuliki National Park
Mount Elgon National Park
2. Uganda Wildlife Reserves
Game reserves are also wonderful places to visit in Uganda. The commonly visited wildlife reserves in Uganda include Pian Upe in northern Uganda, Kyambura Gorge Reserve within National Park Queen Elizabeth, etc.
In these game reserves, you can spot Cape Buffalos, Oribis, Bushbucks, Waterbucks, primates, and several birds.
3. Uganda Sanctuaries
On your vacation in Uganda, the commonly visited sanctuaries include:
Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary: It’s the only area to enjoy rhino tracking on foot in Uganda. It’s commonly visited en route on Uganda safari to Murchison Falls National Park
Ngamba Island Sanctuary: This is a convenient place for watching chimpanzees in their natural habitat.
Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary: It’s adjacent to Kibale National Park & Fort Portal Town. This sanctuary is a wonderful site for Ugandan birding tours and guided nature walks
4. Wonderful Water Bodies in Uganda
Most travelers on safaris in Uganda visit water bodies in this country to relax. The most popular include Lake Bunyonyi, Lake Victoria, and the River Nile in Jinja for water adventure activities.
Lake Bunyonyi is normally visited after Mountain safari tours in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
Uganda Safari Activities: The Best Things to Do in Uganda During Uganda Tour
Uganda has numerous things to offer for all categories of travelers on safaris in East Africa.
Below are the top things to do in Uganda:
a. Uganda Gorilla Trekking
Mountain gorilla safari expeditions in Uganda are only possible in 2 national parks: Bwindi Impenetrable Forest Park and Mgahinga National Park. This amazing wild adventure allows you to meet face-to-face with the endangered Mountain gorillas.
b. Chimp Trekking in Uganda
Chimpanzee tracking is among the most amazing primate safaris in Uganda. On this lovely wild adventure, you’ll visit man’s close cousins, the chimps, in their natural habitat and learn more about their wonderful behaviors.
Sites for chimpanzee tracking in Uganda:
Kibale Forest National Park is the best area for Uganda primate safaris, just close to Fort Portal Town
Kalinzu Forest, nearby to Queen Elizabeth National Park
Budongo Forest is contiguous to Murchison Falls National Park.
Kyambura Gorge within National Park Queen Elizabeth
c. Bird Watching in Uganda
Bird watching in Uganda is unmatched by most African safari destinations on the African continent. While birding in Uganda, you shouldn’t leave behind your camera, binoculars and hiking boots.
Some of the most sought-after birds in Uganda include the Great Blue Turaco, Shoebill, Secretary Bird, Abyssinian Ground Hornbill, Kingfishers, Double-toothed Barbets, African Fish Eagles, etc.
The popular birding spots in Uganda are Kibale National Park, Queen Elizabeth National Park, and Bwindi Impenetrable National Park- (a UNESCO World Heritage Site).
Migratory birds in Uganda can be spotted from November to April.
d. Game Drives
Undertaking game drives is the best way to spot game animals in Uganda. They are spotted with the help of a tour guide in a safari vehicle. The most prominent game animals to look for include Cape Buffalos, Elephants, Lions, Leopards, Zebras, Giraffes, Uganda kobs, Waterbucks, etc.
Uganda wildlife viewing tours in National Park Queen Elizabeth, Murchison Falls Park, Kidepo Valle National Park, and Lake Mburo National Park offer the best experience.
More Things to Do in Uganda Include:
Tracking Rhinos on foot in Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
Hiking Mountain Rwenzori
Walking safaris, for instance, are in Lake Mburo National Park & Kibale Forest National Park. They are ideal for nature lovers.
Chimpanzee habituation experience in Kibale Forest National Park
Gorilla habituation experience in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Zip-lining in Mabira Forest & along Lake Bunyonyi
Horseback riding in Lake Mburo Park
White water rafting on the Nile
Relaxation on Lake Bunyonyi
Bigodi village walks near Kibale Forest National Park
Uganda Hotels and Safari Lodges in Uganda: Where to Stay in Uganda
You’ll find accommodation in every safari destination you visit on your Uganda trip. They are categorized into budget, mid-range, and luxury facilities. Some sites, for instance, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and Queen Elizabeth National Park, feature top-notch safari lodges.
Below are the common lodges used by most tour operators in Uganda:
a. Luxury Safari Lodges in Uganda
These lodges offer world-class accommodation services, and most of them feature swimming pools and air-conditioned rooms, to mention but a few.
They include:
Lemala Wildwaters Lodge is ideal on the source of the Nile tour in Jinja
Buhoma Lodge in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Primate Safari Lodge in Kibale Forest National Park
Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Kyangabi Crater Lodge in Kibale Forest National Park
Volcanoes Bwindi Lodge in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Baker’s Lodge in Murchison falls park
Chameleon Hill Forest Lodge, near Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
b. Mid-Range Safari Lodges in Uganda
These offer standard accommodation for guests on safaris in Uganda.
The most common are:
Murchison River Lodge in Murchison Falls National Park
Lake Bunyonyi Rock Resort is normally used by tour operators in Uganda.
Engazi Game Lodge in Queen Elizabeth National Park
Kibale Forest Lodge in Kibale forest national park
Pakuba Safari Lodge in Murchison Falls National Park
Twiga Safari Lodge in Murchison Falls National Park
Marafiki Safari Lodge within Queen Elizabeth National Park
Bakiga Lodge in Bwindi national park
Kidepo Savannah Lodge in Kidepo National Park
Ichumbi Lodge in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Buffalo Safari Lodge in Queen Elizabeth National Park
c. Budget Safari Lodges in Uganda
These are ideal for guests undertaking budget safaris in Uganda.
The popular ones include:
Enjojo Lodge in Queen Elizabeth National Park
Red Chill Rest Camp in Murchison Falls National Park
Trekkers Tavern Cottages in Bwindi National Park, normally used by tour operators in Uganda
Buhoma Community Rest Camp in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Rwenzori View Guest House in Kibale Forest National Park
Kibale Guest House in Kibale Forest National Park
Simba Safari Camp in Queen Elizabeth National Park
Apoka Rest Camp in Kidepo Valley National Park
What to Wear in Uganda During Your Uganda Safari?
Different tour operators always guide their guests on what to wear while on holiday safaris in Uganda. This clothing depends on the activity you are going for.
Below is a guide to what to wear on your Uganda tour:
Hiking boots
Will protect your feet from piercing objects such as thorns during nature walks, for instance, the gorilla trek.
Light long-sleeved shirts & trousers
This clothing is ideal for nature walks in tropical rainforests for instance, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and Kibale National Park. On game drives, you can wear shorts and even other light clothes.
Raincoats help in case rain finds you along a nature walk.
Ensure to put on knee-covering clothes if you are going for community visits.
Sunhat
The sunhat protects you from direct sunlight.
Sunglasses
Help protect your eyes from tropical light rays.
What to Pack for a Safari to Uganda?
While visiting Uganda for a safari, there are items you should pack for your trip, and we urge you to travel light.
Below is the packing list for a safari in Uganda tour:
A camera
Binoculars
Light-day package
Insect repellent
Personal toiletries like toothbrushes, toothpaste, towels, etc.
Sandals for the evening walks
Sunscreens
Cell phone
Garden clothes
Raincoat: in case rain finds you on nature walks
A warm sweater
Garden gloves
The Best Time to Visit Uganda: When Should I Go to Uganda?
It is possible to safari to Uganda at any time of the year; however, the most rewarding time to have Uganda safaris and tours is during the dry season—the peak season.
In the dry season, there is less rainfall in most parks, such as Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and Kibale National Park. Also, tracks for game drives in Queen Elizabeth National Park are dry and more accessible.
Game viewing is superb in the dry season! Game animals are usually spotted easily around water holes.
What Is the Best Month to Visit Uganda?
The dry months December to October and June to early September are the best months to visit Uganda for safaris. In these months, most trails, for example, gorilla and chimpanzee tracking trails, are drier, as are game drive tracks.
In wet months (March to May and October to November), rainfall is receivable in most hours of the day, and it can be an inconvenience. A wet-season cab is an ideal time to travel to Uganda if you are a budget traveler. Some lodges give discounts to their guests.
How many safari parks are there in Uganda?
Uganda boasts 10 parks. Among these parks, the most notable include Queen Elizabeth National Park, Murchison Falls National Park, and Lake Mburo National Park. If interested in primate safaris, visit Uganda’s Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and Kibale National Park.
The Uganda Wildlife Authority is in charge of all of these parks.
How Much Is a Safari in Uganda? | How Much Is a Tour in Uganda? | How Much Does It Cost to Go on Safari in Uganda?
How much does a safari in Uganda cost? The cost of a trip in Uganda is influenced by numerous factors, for instance, the duration of your trip, the activities you’ll do, the transportation means you are to use, and the class of accommodation you are to use.
Expect to spend about 200 US dollars a day. Normally, tour operators guide their clients on how to economize their expenditures. Therefore, always look for a dependable tour operator.
Is it cheap to visit Uganda?
On the African continent, safari tours in Uganda are considered among the cheapest and are ideal for every traveler. For instance, guests in Uganda will find numerous accommodations, starting with budget facilities.
On average, in a day, you should expect to spend about:
25 US dollars on accommodation per day
15 US dollars on transportation
20 US dollars on meals
145 US dollars on safari activities
Is Uganda Worth Visiting? Is Uganda good for safaris? Is Uganda good for safaris?
Is Uganda a good place for a safari? Yeah, Uganda is a good destination for safaris in Africa due to its incredible safari activities, including some that are not found in East African countries like Kenya and Tanzania.
On your safari Uganda vacation, you’ll enjoy gorilla tours, game viewing, tracking chimpanzees, bird watching, mountain hiking tours, etc. For honeymooners, you’ll have a great time on the lovely white-sand beaches of Lake Victoria or relax on Lake Bunyonyi.
How Many Days Should I Spend in Uganda?
This is a common inquiry for travelers intending to visit Uganda; however, you should note that there are no fixed days for Uganda tours.
Uganda African safari trips can range from a 1-day Uganda safari tour to over 30 days Uganda safari tour. The duration will depend on your budget as well as your interest. The tour operator will guide you on how long your vacation should be based on your interests, the activities you wish to undertake, and your budget.
What to Expect on a Safari in Uganda?
Let your expectations on a vacation in Uganda be in line with the kind of trip you are coming for. For travelers coming for a wildlife safari in Uganda, expect to spot game animals like Lions, large Buffalo herds, Elephants, Rhinos, Giraffes, Antelopes, and various bird species.
A Uganda trip to Kibale National Park will allow you to visit chimpanzees, and a visit to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park will allow you to meet the endangered Mountain gorillas in their thrilling natural environment.
On your visit, the lovely views of this picturesque country will leave you with memories of why Winston Churchill named this country the Pearl of Africa.
Is Uganda Safe to Visit for a Uganda Safari?
Uganda is safe for safaris, provided you follow all the security guidelines provided to you by your tour operator.
During your safari expeditions in Uganda for instance, chimpanzee tracking or gorilla tracking experiences in Kibale National Park and Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, respectively, you’ll be escorted by armed rangers of the Uganda Wildlife Authority. These people ensure that nothing happens to you in the jungle.
Also, your safari driver guide will make sure that nothing wrong happens to you.
It’s wise to be vigilant as well! Avoid moving at night and follow all park rules and regulations.
List of the Best Tour Operators in Uganda | Top Safari Companies in Uganda
While planning safaris to Uganda, there are reliable tour operators you should book your vacation with. This tour company will arrange your airport pick-up and handle all the necessary airport transfers.
These are the best tour operators in Uganda to book with your safari vacation in Uganda:
Prime Safaris And Tours Ltd
Wild Gorilla Safaris
Safari Uganda Safaris
Uganda Birding Safaris
A Uganda Safari
Gorilla trekking Uganda
Gorilla Safaris And Tours
Africa Safaris Tours
Top Uganda Safari Packages | Best Uganda Tours
We have various Uganda safari packages and all of them take you to the most visited safari destination in Uganda. Among these are Murchison Falls National Park, Queen Elizabeth National Park, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Kibale National Park, etc.
Most safaris in Uganda will start with airport pickup at Entebbe International Airport in a safari vehicle. Domestic airport transfers are available if you are interested.
Below are our best Uganda safari packages:
2 Days Murchison Falls National Park Safari Tour
2 Days Chimpanzee Tracking Trip in Kibale National Park
3 Days Murchison Falls National Park, Uganda Safari Tour
3 Days Chimp Tracking Safari Tour in Kibale National Park
4 Days Uganda Trip: Chimp Trekking & Wildlife Safari Uganda Tour
5 Days Uganda Tour: Chimp Trekking and Wildlife Safari Tour
5 Days Uganda Primate Safari: Gorilla Tracking in Bwindi National Park & Chimpanzee Tracking Safari Tour in Kibale National Park
7-Day Luxury Uganda Fishing Safari Tour
7-Day Uganda Wildlife Safari Tour
8-Day Uganda Wildlife Safari Trip
9-Day Uganda Safari Tour
10 Days of the Best of Uganda Tour
12-Day Uganda Wildlife Safari Tour
14-Day Uganda Holiday Trip
15-Day Uganda Safari Holiday
16-day Uganda Safari Tour
18-Day Uganda Holiday Safari
To sum up, Uganda safaris tours allow you to explore most of the thrilling African safari adventures. To mention but a few, you’ll enjoy tracking Mountain gorillas, Big Five game viewing, tracking chimpanzees, bird watching, as well as community visits, etc.
Uganda tours will reward you with a lifetime of safari excitement.
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