Safari Destination
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 thundering Murchison Falls — the world's most powerful waterfall. With more affordable gorilla permits than Rwanda and spectacular birding (1,000+ species), Uganda delivers incredible wildlife value.
Wildlife in Uganda
Mountain GorillaChimpanzeeTree-climbing LionElephantBuffaloHippoShoebillColobus Monkey
Top Parks & Reserves in Uganda
Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
Half the world's mountain gorilla population — multiple 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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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 — Uganda Safari
How much is a Uganda gorilla permit?
Uganda gorilla trekking permits cost $800 per person (compared to $1,500 in Rwanda), making Uganda a more affordable option for gorilla trekking. 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 ($800 vs $1,500 permit) 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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