Uganda
Mountain gorillas, the source of the Nile, and some of East Africa's wildest parks — Uganda in full.
Why Uganda.
Uganda is the more adventurous cousin of Rwanda. Bwindi Impenetrable Forest has roughly half the world's mountain gorillas. Queen Elizabeth and Murchison Falls are classic savannah parks with tree-climbing lions and Nile-fed game. Kibale has the largest habituated chimpanzee population on the continent.
A proper Uganda trip takes 10 days or more — distances are long and drive days real. We fly between the main parks wherever possible, and overland only where the landscape earns it.
The headline experiences
Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
A UNESCO forest on the Rwandan and Congolese border. Home to over 400 mountain gorillas.
Queen Elizabeth National Park
Savannah, crater lakes, and the famous tree-climbing lions of the Ishasha sector.
Kibale Forest
Chimpanzee tracking at its best. Permits are $250 — a fraction of gorilla rates.
Murchison Falls
The Nile squeezes through a 7m gap in a rock wall. Boat cruises, hippos, shoebill storks.
Parks, reserves and cities
Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
Mist-draped montane jungle, home to nearly half the world's remaining mountain gorillas.
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Queen Elizabeth National Park
Rift Valley savannah, crater lakes and the tree-climbing lions of the Ishasha sector.
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Murchison Falls National Park
The Nile compressed through a seven-metre gap, with boat safaris below and game drives on the delta.
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Kibale Forest
Dense tropical forest with the continent's highest primate diversity — thirteen species including chimpanzees.
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Lake Mburo National Park
Small, intimate, and perfect for horseback or walking safaris — zebra, eland and abundant birdlife.
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June through September and December through February are the driest periods — best for gorilla trekking conditions and game viewing.
Build a private Uganda safari from scratch.
Tell us the dates, travellers and what matters most — a senior safari expert will return a bespoke itinerary within 24 hours.
Uganda FAQ
Is Uganda safe for tourists?↓
Yes, the main tourism circuit — Kampala, Bwindi, QENP, Kibale, Murchison — is well-patrolled and frequently travelled. We avoid the northeastern border areas.
How long should I spend in Uganda?↓
Minimum 7 days for gorillas plus one other park. 10–14 days is ideal — enough for Bwindi, Kibale and either QENP or Murchison.
Can I do a gorilla double-trek in Uganda?↓
Yes — and we often recommend it given the lower permit cost. Two treks let you see different family dynamics.
What vehicle should I expect?↓
A private pop-top 4x4 Land Cruiser with a dedicated driver-guide, seating 3–6 guests with full window access each.