10 Best Tour Packages in Uganda: Our Top Picks
Mountain gorillas, chimpanzees, tree-climbing lions and an astonishing count of 1,097 bird species are among the many attractions that lure wildlife enthusiasts to for for Uganda Tours. Located at the ecological crossroads of the eastern African savanna and western African jungle, this well-watered country also contains the largest lake in Africa and the snow-capped peaks of the fabled Mountains of the Moon.
Elsewhere, the seething headwaters of the planet’s longest river offer wonderful white-water rafting and host the world’s strongest waterfall, the Murchison Falls.
True, you might face some difficult choices when it comes to deciding which highlights to include in a Uganda tour package, here is a list of the best tour packages in Uganda – all tried and tested and completely customizable to meet your travel wishes:
Recommended Uganda Tour Packages For Every Traveller
1. Wildlife, Gorillas, Chimps & Big Game Viewing Safari: 10 Days
This 10 days Uganda safari package offers mountain Gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable and Chimpanzee tracking in Kibale Forest National Parks.
It also includes classic game viewing on game drives and boat cruises in Murchison Falls, Queen Elizabeth and Lake Mburo National Parks. Furthermore, you will track wild white rhinos on in Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, enjoy a relaxing boat cruise on the beautiful Lake Bunyonyi and local community cultural experiences.
On this Safari, you have a choice of accommodation options including budget, mid-range and luxury lodges. You will be led by trained safari guides on the gorilla trek in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest and the services of a driver and guide are included in the Uganda tour price.
Highlights
- Gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
- Track wild white rhinos on foot
- Track chimpanzees in Kibale Forest
- Classic safari experience in Queen Elizabeth and Murchison Falls National Parks
- Spot the tree-climbing lions in the Ishasha Plains
- Cruise down the Kazinga Channel
- Stand with one foot in each hemisphere at the Uganda Equator Line
- Boat cruise on beautiful Lake Bunyonyi
- Walking safari in Lake Mburo National Park
2. Ziwa, Murchison Falls, Kibale Forest, Bwindi & Lake Bunyonyi: 7 Days
This 7-Day Uganda tour package offers a superb introduction to Uganda’s top wildlife attractions. You will track rhinos in Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary and enjoy classic safari game viewing on land and water in Murchison Falls National Park – a classic savannah destination that is inhabited by the rest of the Big Five animals.
You will also visit Kibale Forest National Park to see chimpanzee in their natural habitat and drive through Queen Elizabeth National Park-home to rare tree-climbing lion, before moving to the heart of Uganda gorilla trekking adventures, Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. You will end your adventure relaxing at shores of lovely Lake Bunyonyi, before driving back to Entebbe/Kampala where your 7 day Uganda safari begun.
Highlights
- Track wild rhinos on foot in Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
- Enjoy a boat cruise and game drives at Murchison Falls National Park
- Visit the top of Murchison Falls – the world’s strongest waterfalls
- Gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
- Chimpanzee trekking in Kibale Forest National Park
- Discover Queen Elizabeth National Park‘s diverse African wildlife
- See over 13 species of primates at Kibale Forest National Park
- Culture interactions with local communities
- Exceptional birding opportunities
- Inspiring photographic opportunities
3. Bwindi Gorilla Trekking Tour: 3 Days
This affordable 3-Day Gorilla Trekking tour in Uganda explores the lush and diverse Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park.
The top highlight of this private safari is the rare experience of trekking Africa’s endangered mountain gorillas in the wild, one of the most unforgettable wildlife encounters in the world.
It combines gorilla trekking with the cultural and scenic attractions of visiting Igongo Cultural Centre and Museum, Batwa pygmy’s cultural experience AND Uganda Equator Crossing Experience. The safari also includes a choice of accommodation styles and transport, as well as meals and extra activities as per the itinerary.
Highlights
- Gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
- Uganda Equator Crossing Experience
- Batwa pygmy cultural experience
- Breathtaking forest and mountain views
4. Gorilla, Chimpanzees & Wildlife Viewing Tour: 5 Days
This 5 Days Uganda tour package will begin with a drive from Kampala/Entebbe to Kibale National Park, a quintessential rainforest, surrounded by scenic crater lakes, rural villages, and resounding with birdsong, and the distinctive calls of primates.
Your days here will be spent tracking chimps on foot; watching these playful creatures in their natural habitat. You’ll also take a nature in the community-run Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary and learn more about African rural life in Uganda.
Your journey continues through Queen Elizabeth National Park, home to rare tree-climbing lions, and numerous African savannah animals – before heading to the renowned Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park- where half of the world’s remaining mountain gorillas live
Highlights
- Trek chimpanzees in Kibale Forest
- Seek out gorillas in Bwindi
- Nature walks in Bigodi Wetland
- Community cultural tours
- Photograph endemic birds & butterflies
- Game viewing in Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Visiting Igongo Cultural Centre & Museum
- Uganda Equator Crossing Experience
5. Queen Elizabeth, Kalinzu Forest, Bwindi & Lake Bunyonyi: 6 Days
The most outstanding feature of the 6 Day Uganda tour Package is the gorilla trekking adventure in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest.
In addition to the extraordinary experience of trekking and seeing the giant mountain gorillas up-close in their ancient rainforest habitat, you’ll track wild chimpanzees on foot in Kalinzu Forest and have a good dose of game viewing in Uganda’s leading game park, Queen Elizabeth National Park. To add to all these memorable wildlife adventures, you will have plenty of opportunities to learn more about the culture in Uganda and have some time to relax at the beautiful Lake Bunyonyi.
Highlights
- Take a gorilla trekking adventure in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
- Cross the African savannah on exciting game drives at Queen Elizabeth
- A relaxing boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel
- Track wild chimpanzees on foot to see our closest living relatives in their natural habitat
- Track rare tree-climbing lions in Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Relax at the scenic Lake Bunyonyi – Africa’s second-deepest lake
- Have amazing photo shoots and water experiments at the Uganda Equator Monument
- Enjoy a traditional lunch at Igongo Cultural Centre
- Comfortable road transfers through Uganda’s scenic landscapes and quiet rural villages
6. Ziwa, Murchison Falls, Kibale Forest, Queen Elizabeth & Bwindi: 8 Days
On exciting 8 Days Uganda Tour Package you will have a great chance to encounter the two iconic primates – Mountain Gorilla and Chimpanzee – as well as the Big 5 animals of Africa – Rhino, Elephant, Buffalo, Lion, and Leopard – in the wild.
The tour will begin with a to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary and a safari in Murchison Falls National Park, home to 4 of the Big 5 and the world’s strongest waterfall. Then, you will track wild chimpanzees on foot in Kibale Forest, and tour Queen Elizabeth NP, home to tree-climbing lions and a huge variety of birds.
The top highlight of this tour is undoubtedly mountain gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable. You will get to spend time with these gentle giant apes in the wild, experiencing one of the most thrilling and memorable wildlife encounters in the world!
Highlights
- Rhino tracking on foot in Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
- Gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
- Chimpanzee tracking in Kibale Forest
- Game drives in Murchison Falls National Park
- Boat cruise to the bottom of Murchison Falls
- Visiting the top of Murchison falls
- Game drives in Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Boat cruise on Kazinga Channel
- Searching for the tree-climbing lions in Ishasha
- Batwa Pygmies Cultural Experience at Bwindi
- Uganda Equator Crossing Experience
7. Rwanda And Gorillas Of Uganda Safari: 10 Days
Rwanda and Uganda are often-overlooked Africa safari destinations – but if you are an adventurous traveler, you won’t want to miss this 10-Day Rwanda and Uganda Safari adventure through their wild landscapes, rich in history and wildlife.
You will learn about the devastating events that took place in Rwanda, a beautiful country that’s continuously striving to move forward.
Combine this with the incredible scenery and diverse animal life of Uganda and an unforgettable adventure searching for wild mountain gorillas and Chimpanzees, and you will experience the full spectrum of emotions and physical challenges.
Highlights
- Track rare mountain gorilla through Uganda’s steamy forests
- Learn about Rwanda’s tragic history with a visit to the Kigali Genocide Memorial Centre
- See what life looks like today with a tour of Kigali city’s most lively neighbourhoods.
- Discover the diverse wildlife of Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Visit The Gorilla Doctors HQ and learn about how they are saving the species one gorilla patient at a time, knowing that a proportion of your trip cost goes back to supporting the important work they do.
- Track wild chimpanzees on foot in Kibale Forest
8. Uganda And Kenya - Gorilla & Big 5 Safari: 10 Days
Encounter Africa’s legendary wildlife, from the “big five” to endangered Mountain Gorillas, on a thrilling adventure into the wilds of Kenya and Uganda.
Trek into the Ugandan jungle and come face-to-face with a family of Mountain Gorillas in their natural habitat. Then travel through Rwanda and fly to Kenya for safari in world-famous national parks.
Track elephants, rhinos, lions, leopards, buffalos, zebras, giraffes, and an array of birds. Along the way, learn about local the history and cultural of these fascinating countries in Eastern Africa. The 10-Day Uganda and Kenya: Gorilla & Big 5 Safari includes excellent value-for-money accommodation, private transfers and your own guide.
Highlights
- Visit some of East Africa’s most popular wildlife destinations
- Fantastic photography opportunities for keen photographers
- Spot the Big 5 in the Masai Mara
- Track gorillas and chimpanzees in Uganda
9. Uganda Safari, Gorillas, Chimps & Culture: 18 Days
This safari showcases 6 of Uganda’s most spectacular national parks.
You’ll enjoy thrilling game drives and boat cruises to see lions, buffalos, elephants, leopards, hyenas, zebras, giraffes, antelopes, hippos, crocodiles, and lots of birds on the protected savannahs of Queen Elizabeth, Murchison Falls, Kidepo, and Lake Mburo National Parks.
You will also track wild rhinos on foot in Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, search for tree-climbing lions in Ishasha, trek wild chimpanzees in Kibale Forest, and take part in cultural experiences that help support conservation and the local community.
The top highlight of the tour will be gorilla trekking in the ancient forest of Bwindi– the rare wildlife experience of a lifetime! On this tour, you’ll also relax at beautiful Lake Bunyonyi, which offers a variety of activities like boat cruise, canoe ride, zip ling, swimming, bird-watching, and community walks.
Highlights
- Safari game drives in the four Uganda savannah parks
- Safari boat cruises along the Nile River & Kazinga Channel
- Gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
- Chimpanzee tracking on foot in Kibale Forest
- Rhino tracking on foot in Ziwa Sanctuary
- Searching for the rare tree-climbing lions
- Visiting the top of the powerful Murchison Falls
- Interactive village community walks
- Relaxation on the scenic and serene Lake Bunyonyi
- Game walk in Lake Mburo National Park
- Uganda Equator crossing experience
10. Uganda to Rwanda Safari: Primates & Wildlife: 14 Days
Uganda and Rwanda are the best destinations in the world where you can experience the life-changing opportunity of seeing mountain gorillas in the wild.
On this 14 days adventure, you will explore some of Uganda and Rwanda’s top safari destinations to see these gentle giants, including Volcanoes National Park and Mgahinga Gorilla National Park. You also track other wild primates like the rare golden monkeys of Mgahinga and chimpanzees of Kibale Forest National Park.
And the memorable adventures don’t stop there. Set out on thrilling savannah game drives and relaxing boat cruises in the wildlife-rich Queen Elizabeth National Park.
Enjoy several cultural experiences and interacting with members of local community-based initiatives, such as the Omwani Women’s Coffee Cooperative. During this tour, expect the best accommodation, world-class service, friendly staff, fine dining, and every creature comfort you would need on a perfect safari getaway.
Highlights
- Track wild Mountain gorillas, chimpanzees and the rare golden monkeys
- Incredible game viewing in Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Enjoy a relaxing Kazinga Channel boat cruise
- Hike to Dian Fossey’s Grave site
- Lunch at Milles Colinnes Hotel from Hotel Rwanda film
- Visit the Kigali Genocide Memorial Museum
- Guided Bigodi Village Walk
- Batwa Pygmies Cultural Experience
FAQs About Tour Packages in Uganda
1. Why Tour Uganda?
There are so many reasons why you should tour Uganda, the Pearl of Africa. Uganda boasts what is possibly the most diverse safari circuit anywhere on African continent.
Here, savanna plains, dense rain-forests and massive papyrus swamps stand alongside ocean sized lakes, snow-capped mountains and lofty volcanoes. There are wild gorillas, chimpanzees and monkeys, but also lions, elephants, leopards, and rhinos. And where most safari circuits in Africa focus on game drives, the variety of activities in Uganda also includes forest nature walks, mountain climbing and safari boat cruises.
2. How much is a tour in Uganda?
Below is the average cost of a Uganda tour:
- Budget Safari: US$ 250 to US$ 350 per person per day
- Mid-Range Safari: US$ 350 to US$ 550 per person per day
- Luxury Safari: US$ 700 to US$ 1000 + per person per day
*These Uganda tour prices are meant to give you a quick overview. For accurate and up-to-date Uganda safari prices, please contact us.
3. What is the best time to go For A Uganda Tour?
The best time to tour Uganda is during the dry season months of June to Early September and December to February.
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