Uganda Safari Experiences
Known as the “Pearl of Africa”, Uganda offers a unique safari experience with remarkable biodiversity and stunning landscapes. A Uganda safari brings you face to face with mountain gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, home to more than half of the world’s mountain gorillas, and with chimpanzees in the rainforest of Kibale.
Spot the famous tree-climbing lions of Queen Elizabeth National Park, cruise among hippos on the Kazinga Channel, and watch the Nile thunder through a narrow gorge at Murchison Falls. With primates, big game and lush green scenery in one trip, Uganda delivers wildlife encounters unlike anywhere else in East Africa.
☀ When to Go
The drier months, December to February and June to September, are best for gorilla tracking and wildlife viewing, with firmer forest trails and easier game drives.
🦍 Gorilla Permits
Gorilla trekking permits are limited and sell out, especially in the dry seasons, so book well in advance. We secure your permits as part of your Uganda safari.
✓ Why Book With Us
We’re an East African team based in Nairobi who plan every itinerary around you, and booking directly with us gets you better rates than third-party booking sites.
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Where to Go
Top Uganda Safari Destinations
The parks that make a Uganda safari unforgettable, and the packages that take you there.
Mountain gorilla trekking
Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
Home to more than half of the world’s mountain gorillas, Bwindi offers one of the most profound wildlife experiences on earth. Tracking these gentle giants through the misty forest is an unforgettable adventure.
Best time: December–February and June–September
Tree-climbing lions & birdlife
Queen Elizabeth National Park
One of Uganda’s most biodiverse parks, with over 95 mammal species and around 600 bird species. Its Ishasha sector is famous for tree-climbing lions, a rare behaviour seen in only a few places in Africa.
Best time: December–February and June–September
The Nile & big game
Murchison Falls National Park
Uganda’s largest national park, where the mighty Nile forces its way through a narrow gap in the rocks. Expect excellent wildlife viewing, including elephants, giraffes and lions, plus boat safaris on the river.
Best time: December–February and June–September
