Uganda packs more variety per mile than almost anywhere else in East Africa - mountain gorillas in misty rainforest, tree-climbing lions on the savannah, chimpanzee-filled forests, and the source of the Nile, all within a day or two's drive of each other.
Uganda holds over half the world's remaining mountain gorillas across Bwindi Impenetrable and Mgahinga Gorilla National Parks, and pairs that with classic savannah game viewing in Queen Elizabeth and Murchison Falls National Parks.
Add chimpanzee trekking in Kibale Forest, white water rafting on the Nile at Jinja, and some of the richest birdlife on the continent, and Uganda earns its nickname as the Pearl of Africa.
Uganda's parks each hold something different - plan two or three into a single trip for real variety.
9 places to visit in Uganda.
A starting point only - every itinerary below can be adjusted to your dates, pace and budget.
Uganda is a year-round destination. The two dry seasons (December to February and June to September) give the easiest trekking conditions, while the wetter months bring lush scenery and fewer crowds.
Uganda gorilla permits are priced at $800 per person for foreign non-residents, and are limited in number, so booking several months ahead is recommended.
Yes, Uganda is a well established, popular safari destination; usual travel precautions apply as anywhere, and our guides are with you throughout.
Yes, Queen Elizabeth and Murchison Falls National Parks both combine naturally with a Bwindi gorilla trek in a single trip.
You must be 15 or older to trek gorillas in Uganda.
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