Uganda Safari
Gorillas, Chimps & the Pearl of Africa
Avg. daily cost
$350 – $1,500
Best months
June – August
Main gateway
(EBB)
Parks & reserves
4+ top parks
About Uganda Safari
Winston Churchill called Uganda "the Pearl of Africa" — and it's easy to see why. Uganda offers mountain gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, chimpanzee tracking in Kibale National Park, tree-climbing lions in Queen Elizabeth Park, and Murchison Falls, where the Nile is forced through a 7 m gorge. With more affordable gorilla permits than Rwanda and spectacular birding (1,000+ species), Uganda delivers incredible wildlife value.
Wildlife in Uganda
Top Parks & Reserves
Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
Nearly half the world's mountain gorillas, with several habituated families for trekking.
Kibale National Park
Best chimpanzee tracking in Africa — 1,500 chimps in dense rainforest.
Queen Elizabeth NP
Tree-climbing lions, boat safaris on Kazinga Channel, and 600+ bird species.
Murchison Falls NP
The Nile squeezed through a 7m gap — spectacular boat safaris and big game.
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Safari Essentials
Best Time to Visit
June – August, December – February (drier seasons)
Average Daily Cost
$350 – $1,500 per person
Main Entry Airport
Entebbe International Airport (EBB)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a Uganda gorilla permit?
Uganda's permit is about half Rwanda's, which makes Uganda the more affordable place to trek; check the current UWA and RDB rates. Permits must be booked well in advance, especially for peak season (June–September).
Uganda vs Rwanda for gorilla trekking — which is better?
Uganda is better value (its permit is about half Rwanda's) and has more habituated gorilla families. Rwanda is more accessible from Kigali, has better lodge infrastructure, and gorilla treks are generally shorter. Both offer extraordinary encounters — the choice often comes down to budget and available dates.
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