Uganda Safaris – Gorilla Tours & Wildlife Safaris

For Uganda safaris, we specialize in offering the most affordable customizable packages to different destinations in the most visited spots in Uganda. Uganda has got a variety of amazing experiences to offer travelers ranging from wildlife and adventure to cultural and historical encounters. Some of the best safari experiences in Uganda include gorilla trekking in Bwindi impenetrable national park and Mgahinga gorilla national park. Gorilla trekking tours attract the largest number of visitors to Uganda as the the country is one of the only 3 destinations in the world where these endangered primates can be found.

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More Uganda safari experiences 

Game viewing safaris are also very popular in Uganda and these take place in large savannah parks like Murchison falls national park, Queen Elizabeth national park, Kidepo valley national park and Lake Mburo national park. Visitors are able to see a variety of game species in these parks including the famous Africa big five. Chimpanzee tracking is another amazing wildlife experience Uganda offers to her visitors. These intelligent primates which share 98% of the human DNA can be found in Kibale national park, Queen Elizabeth national park and at Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary on Lake Victoria where they live in captivity.

Golden monkey tracking is another thrilling primate experience which takes place in Mgahinga gorilla national park where these endangered species exclusively live. Uganda is also one of the best destinations in the world for bird watching safaris. The country has got over 1,000 bird species that can be seen across several national reserves and forests including Albertine Rift endemics. Other popular safari experiences in Uganda including mountain climbing where hikers can climb to the snow-caped top of Mount Rwenzori, the third-highest mountain in Africa.

Other adventurous experiences in Uganda include white-water rafting, zip lining and bungee jumping at the source of the Nile, the longest river in the world. Uganda is also a popular destination for cultural and historical tours with breathtaking visits to amazing communities like the Karamojong in the northeast near Kidepo valley national park, the Batwa pygmies near Bwindi and Mgahinga national parks. Popular historical sites visited in Uganda include the Kasubi tombs, the burial site for Buganda kings, Namugongo Martyrs shrine, Uganda museum in Kampala, and many more.

Uganda Safaris – what to do and see

Enjoy discounted Uganda tours for gorilla trekking and other wildlife experiences in Uganda national parks with Gorilla Trek Africa Limited. Meet face to face with the silverback on your gorilla tour to Bwindi forest/Mgahinga national park. Go game viewing in Uganda’s large savannah parks, cruise to the source of the mighty  River Nile and go for chimpanzee trekking in Kibale forest national park. Visit Uganda’s indigenous tribes mainly the Batwa pygmies in southwestern Uganda and IK people in northeastern Uganda for exceptional Uganda cultural experiences at reasonable prices. Interestingly all our safari packages are tailor-made to meet every traveler’s expectation be it a family with children or a group of friends.

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Why are Uganda Safaris unique

In his book, My African Journey, Sir Winston Churchill, described Uganda ‘The Pearl of Africa.’ He wrote, “For magnificent, variety of form and color, for the profusion of brilliant life – bird, insect, reptile, reptile, beast – for vast scale – Uganda is truly “the Pearl of Africa”.

The following make Uganda safaris unique given her outstanding features including:

• The largest fresh water lake in Africa – The Victoria
• The source of the longest river in Africa – The Nile
• The most spectacular and strongest waterfall – The Murchison
• Home to the Big Five – Lions, leopards, rhinos, elephants and buffaloes
• Diverse cultures with over 50 tribes
• Breathtaking landscape and scenery – the snow-capped Ruwenzori Mountains, Mt Elgon with arguably the largest intact caldera in the world, evergreen rainforests including Maramagambo, Bwindi, Kibale and Mabira forests among others
  
  

  Snow-capped Mt Ruwenzori

• Home to the largest number of mountain gorillas in the world.

National Parks for Uganda Safaris

 Uganda safaris highlights

There are lots of interesting things to see and do in Uganda, which offer you a memorable experience on a single trip. Where as Uganda has numerous attractions and activities, some experiences out weigh the others. The top things to see and do in Uganda

 

Mountain gorilla Trekking

YES, mountain gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest and Mgahinga Gorilla National Parks rank number one travel experience in Uganda. The experience attracts a high number of travelers on Uganda Safaris. Uganda is home to half of the world’s total gorilla population counting to over 500 gorillas. Altogether Uganda has 17 gorilla families habituated for trekking. In addition you can enjoy a 4 hours gorilla habituation experience in which wild gorillas are trained to make them familiar with human presence. Gorilla Permits in Uganda cost $700 for foreign non residents, $600 for foreign residents and UGX 250,000 for East African citizens while the gorilla habituation permit costs $1500 each. Gorilla Trek Africa is your ultimate gorilla safari company for tailored gorilla itineraries to Bwindi Forest and Mgahinga Gorilla National Park. Read more…

Chimpanzee Trekking

You cannot miss trekking the endangered chimpanzees in Kibale Forest National Park. Chimpanzees rank second to gorillas in terms of the best wildlife experience. Kibale Forest is home to over 5000 chimpanzees seen along other 12 primates, which call this forest home. Chimpanzee habituation (CHEX) also done in Kibale Forest allow you to spend half day with these endangered species. Each chimpanzee permit costs $200 for foreign non-residents, $150 for foreign residents and UGX 150,000 for East African citizens. Other places to see chimpanzees in Uganda include Kalinzu forest, Budongo Forest and Kyambura gorge. Chimpanzees share over 90% of human genes, which make them our close relatives. Read more…

Game Viewing Experiences

Go game viewing in the savannah park of Uganda with Gorilla Trek Africa. Guided morning, evening and night game drives are arranged to offer you excellent views of numerous wild animals grazing, feeding and hunting in the open savannahs. The popular game viewing destinations in Uganda are Murchison Falls, Queen Elizabeth, Kidepo Valley, Lake Mburo and Semliki Valley National. Expect to see numerous wild animals such as Elephants, Lions, Leopards, Giraffes, Uganda Kobs, Hippos, Cheetahs, Zebras, Bushbucks, Warthogs, African wild cats, wild dogs/ Hyenas and Topis among others. In most cases, game viewing in these savannah parks is complemented with a boat cruise on the waters within the park. Read more…

Bird watching

With over 1066-bird species recorded in Uganda, The Pearl of Africa is a paradise for birders. The top birding destinations in Uganda include Mabamba bay wetland, Kazinga channel, Mabira Forest, Lake Mburo, Mgahinga, Murchison Falls and Bwindi Forest National park. The notable birds in Uganda include African Jacana, Black headed lapwing, Orange weaver, Red throated Alethe, Shoebill, Collared Pratincole, African Fin foot, Caspian plover, Great white pelican, Yellow throated cuckoo, Black bee eater, Papyrus Gonolek, African Skimmer and Common sand martin among others. Bird watching is done all around but migratory birds are best seen in April and November. Read more…

National parks for Uganda safaris 

There are 10 national parks where travelers can visit and enjoy their Uganda safaris. These parks are spread across the country and travelers can engage in other experiences like community visits for cultural and historical tours. 

Bwindi impenetrable national park

Bwindi impenetrable national park in southwest Uganda is the country’s home for the endangered mountain gorillas together with Mgahinga gorilla national park. Bwindi protects almost half of the world’s mountain gorilla population with over 20 habituated gorilla groups found within the park. Some of the habituated gorilla families in Bwindi include Rushegura, Bitukura, Busingye, Katwe, Oruzogo, Kyaguriro, Mukizo, among others. There four gorilla tracking sectors in Bwindi which include Nkuringo, Ruhija, Rushaga and Buhoma. Each habituated gorilla group is visited once a day by a group of 8 trekkers. Visitors are permitted to spend one hour in the presence of gorillas as one of the measures aimed at promoting their conservation. A gorilla permit which allows you to trek gorillas in Bwindi is sold at $700 per peron to foreign non residents, $600 to foreign residents and Shs250,000 to East African Community citizens. Read more…

Murchison Falls National Park 

Murchison Falls national park is located in northwest Uganda and it is the largest protected area in the country. The park is named after the breathtaking Murchison Falls which were formed by River Nile that runs through the park. The falls are one of the major attractions of the park offering magnificent views both from the top and at the bottom from the boat. In addition to the falls, Murchison falls national park offers amazing wildlife experiences to visitors including game viewing, primate tracking, bird watching, boat cruise and nature walks. Some of the most common wildlife species regularly seen in the park include lions, leopards, buffalo, elephants, giraffes, and a variety of antelope and primate species. Read more..

Queen Elizabeth National Park

Queen Elizabeth national park is located in western Uganda near near the border with Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The park is popularly known for its amazing game drive and boat cruise experiences. The boat cruise takes place along Kazinga Channel which connects Lake Edward to lake George through the park. A variety of animal species are seen along this cruise including hippos, crocs, elephants, buffaloes as well as a variety of bird species. Other popular species within the park include the famous tree-climbing lions that are found in the Ishasha sector within the park. Others include leopards, antelopes, warthogs, primates and a variety of bird species. Read more…

Kidepo Valley National Park

Kidepo valley national park is located in northeastern Uganda along the borders with Kenya and South Sudan. Kidepo is the remotest park in the country but its unique wildlife and cultural experiences make it worth a visit for every traveler. Due to its remoteness, only a few visitors manage to make it there which offers them uninterupted and exclusive game viewing experiences. Kidepo has got one of the biggest population and concentration of buffaloes in Africa estimated to be over 10,0000 animals. Other species commonly seen in the park include elephants, lions, leopards, giraffes, zebras, antelopes, as well as a variety of bird species. The nearby Karamojong and IK communities around the park offer visitors relaxed and amazing cultural experiences. Read more…

Kibale National Park

Kibale national park is located in western Uganda. The park is popularly known as the “primate capital of the world” due to its diverse primate population. There are over 12 primate species within the park including chimpanzees which are the most common. Kibale is the ultimate destination for chimpanzee tracking safaris in Uganda. In addition to chimpanzee tracking, visitors can also explore other experiences within and around the park including bird watching and nature walks as well as cultural tours around the nearby community. Read more…

Lake Mburo National Park

Lake Mburo national park is Uganda’s most easily accessed from the capital Kampala and Entebbe International Airport. It is located along the Kampala-Mbarara highway in Kiruhura district in southwestern Uganda. Lake Mburo national park offers amazing safari experiences including game drives and horseback riding. The park’s most common species include zebras, buffaloes, antelopes, giraffes, warthogs, hippos, hyenas, leopards as well as a variety of bird species. Given its easy accessibility, the park is ideal to visitors who may want a safari experience around the capital Kampala without going upcountry. Read more…