Uganda Safaris – Gorilla Trekking & Self Drive Wildlife Tours

Have you ever thought of going on a Uganda safaris adventure but you do not know what it is all about? Well, with incomparably vibrant nature and a lot more for you to enjoy, Uganda is truly the pearl of Africa. Uganda safaris in East Africa have for long positioned this remarkable safari destination among the very few most amazing tourist destinations in Africa and the world as a whole. Safaris and tours in Uganda take you through the country’s vast savanna grassland, rolling hills, spectacular waterfalls, glacial alpine mountains, variety of wildlife, sprawling Crater Lakes, Rivers and not to forget over 480 mountain gorillas that make your vacation very memorable and unforgettable while on African safari.

For gorilla trekking in Uganda, you need $700 to secure your permit and you have opportunity to strike your imaginations with these magnificent creatures in the wild. Where else in the world can you find these Great apes if not only in Uganda, Rwanda or the Democratic Republic of Congo? Safaris in Uganda are largely conducted in 10 of its national parks and wildlife reserves where most of the country’s wildlife species are inhabited as well as other remarkable tourist sites that are of travel interest including many historical and cultural sites.

For lifetime safari experiences, Uganda safaris offer you opportunity to explore parks like Bwindi National Park and Mgahinga National Park-a unique refuge to the rare mountain gorillas no wonder they are a few most sought after gorilla safari destinations in Africa and the world at large; Queen Elizabeth National Park, Murchison Falls National Park, Lake Mburo National Park, Semuliki National Park, Kidepo Valley National Park, Mount Elgon National Park, Mount Rwenzori National Park, Kidepo National Park and many spectacular wildlife reserves. With Uganda safaris, expect to catch a glimpse at the numerous primate species including mountain gorillas, chimpanzees, golden monkeys, L’Hoests monkeys, mangabeys, black and white colobus monkeys, red tailed monkeys, vervets, olive baboons a mention but a few; as well as several savanna wildlife species including the big game especially African lions including the climbing lions at Queen Elizabeth National Park, elephants, cape buffaloes, rhinos, leopards, zebras, giraffes, antelope families, Nile crocodiles, hippos, hyenas, warthogs, birds that make up a total of about 1076 avifaunal species. While on your birding tour in Uganda, expect to sight at bird species like the elusive shoebill stork, the rare African green broadbill, green breasted pitta, Doherty’s bush shrike, short tailed warbler, the great blue turaco, Shelley’s crimson wing and many more. Besides, enjoy the unexplored and authentic African cultures especially while on Batwa trail in Bwindi or Mgahinga, traditions, interact with friendliest people and don’t miss its ideal climatic conditions.

If you are adventure enthusiast and you are planning to embark on Uganda safari then don’t miss to visit source of the Nile Jinja-the renowned adrenaline adventure capital which leaves travelers on African safari refreshed and changed. While on Uganda safari and tour at the source of the Nile, you have wide range of thrilling adventure experiences to participate right from white water rafting, bungee jumping, kayaking to boat cruise. This country also boasts of its splendid islands that are widely distributed within Lake Victoria especially the Ssese Islands that make up a total of about 84 incredible islands for you to explore while on Uganda safari. For those of you who are interested in mountain gorilla adventures while on Uganda safari and tour, visiting Lake Bunyonyi should be a must for you to explore over 34 remarkable islands that are spread in this beautiful and one of Africa’s deepest Lakes. While at this Lake, the Punishment Island should be a must for you to explore and remarkably, you will be left amazed and thrilled.

The popular historical and cultural sites to be explored while on Uganda safari include Namugongo Martyrs shrines, national museum, martyrs museum, Kasubi tomb site, Amabere Ga Nyinamwiru, Nyero rock paintings, Speke monument at the Source of the Nile in Jinja, Bahai temple, Walumbe Tanda pits and many more.

Our safaris in Uganda take you through both long and short tours and we help our clients realize their dreams depending on how much you have and your travel needs in a destination of your choice.

In summary, you have a lot to see and do while on Uganda safari that leaves a memory whether you are interested in wildlife viewing, birding, adventure experiences or cultural encounters. What is interesting is that, you can combine your safaris and at end of it all, you have a complete travel experience.

Frequently Asked Uganda Safari Questions

When is the best time to book a Uganda Safari?

The best time to book a Uganda safari is during the dry seasons. This is because the roads to the parks in the period are in better conditions compared to rainy seasons when they are muddy and slippery. The dry seasons in Uganda are in the months of June to September and December to February. However, its always perfect to book a safari to Uganda during anytime of the year.

How much does a Uganda safari cost?

The cost for a Uganda safari depends on the number of days one intends to spend on the trip, activities to do and the number of people. Also the accommodation type matters ax luxury accommodation makes the price of the safari go high. Therefore there is no exact cost of a safari to Uganda.

What are some of the tour activities to book on a Uganda safaris adventure?

Do you want to book a safari to Uganda? Some of the tour activities to book include; gorilla trekking, wildlife viewing, birding, nature walks, cultural tours, city tours, mountain climbing, boat rides and many more.