Country · Uganda

Uganda

The Pearl of Africa: forests, the Nile and more gorillas.

In shortUganda borders Rwanda to the north and is easily combined with a Rwanda safari. Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, 4–5 hours from Kigali, holds about half the world's mountain gorillas, with permits at US$800. Uganda also offers chimpanzees in Kibale, tree-climbing lions in Queen Elizabeth National Park and the Nile at Murchison Falls.

Combining Rwanda and Uganda

Fly into Kigali and drive to southern Uganda for Bwindi and Lake Bunyonyi, or cross for longer itineraries to Queen Elizabeth and Kibale. The East Africa Tourist Visa (where available) can cover Rwanda, Uganda and Kenya on one visa; check current rules before you travel.

Tours visiting Uganda

Mountain gorilla in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Uganda

6 days · Uganda

6-Day Uganda Primate & Wildlife Safari

The ultimate Uganda primate and wildlife experience: track chimpanzees in Kibale Forest, trek mountain gorillas in Bwindi, spot tree-climbing lions in Queen Elizabeth, and enjoy a game drive in Lake Mburo. Chimp and gorilla permits, lodging, meals, private transport and an expert guide included.

GorillasPrimatesWildlife

From US$2,986 ppView trip

A mountain gorilla family with infants in the forest

4 days · Uganda

4-Day Uganda Ultimate Mountain Gorilla Expedition via Kigali, Rwanda

Start in Kigali and venture into Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, Uganda's 'Gorilla Hub', for an unforgettable gorilla trek, a cultural encounter with the Batwa, and a deeper understanding of conservation at the Ellen DeGeneres Campus of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund.

GorillasCulture

From US$3,228 ppView trip

A silverback mountain gorilla sitting in dense green forest

3 days · Uganda

3-Day Uganda Gorilla Trekking Adventure Starting from Kigali

Perfect for travellers short on time: a 3.5-hour transfer from Kigali takes you to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park on the Rwanda border, where you trek through lush, hilly forest to meet mountain gorillas in their natural habitat.

GorillasShort break

From US$2,698 ppView trip

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