Uganda

Discover Uganda

Uganda is one of East Africa’s most diverse destinations, bringing together misty mountains, ancient rainforests, open savannah, powerful rivers, and beautiful lakes.

Known as the Pearl of Africa, Uganda offers extraordinary wildlife experiences beyond the traditional safari. Track endangered mountain gorillas through the forests of Bwindi, search for chimpanzees in Kibale, explore the savannahs of Queen Elizabeth and Murchison Falls, and experience the mighty Nile.

At Serengeti Prime, we create private, tailor-made journeys through Uganda, combining exceptional wildlife encounters, carefully selected stays, and authentic experiences.

Where the wild meets the rainforest.

Uganda offers a remarkable combination of primates, wildlife, landscapes, and culture. Its lush forests are home to mountain gorillas and chimpanzees, while its savannah parks support elephants, lions, buffalo, giraffes, hippos, and abundant birdlife.

For many travellers, Uganda’s greatest attraction is the opportunity to combine gorilla trekking with a classic African safari. The result is a journey that moves from rainforest to savannah, creating a completely different perspective on East Africa.

Whether you are travelling specifically for gorillas, looking for a wildlife adventure, or combining Uganda with Rwanda, Kenya, or Tanzania, your journey can be designed around you.

Best time to visit

June – September

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Dry season

June to September Generally drier conditions make trekking more comfortable and wildlife viewing excellent across the savannah parks.

Crowds: Medium

Rates: Peak

Green season

October to May The landscapes become lush and vibrant, with excellent birdlife and fewer visitors. Forest trekking remains possible, although rainfall can make trails more challenging.

Crowds: Medium

Rates: Lowest

Shoulder season

March – May More frequent rainfall can make trekking conditions challenging, but the forests are beautifully green and birdlife is abundant.

Crowds: High

Rates: Peak

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Uganda

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

A UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Africa’s most extraordinary wildlife destinations, Bwindi is renowned for unforgettable encounters with endangered mountain gorillas.

Famous for:

Mountain Gorillas · Gorilla Trekking · Rainforest · Birdlife

Kibale National Park

Kibale’s lush rainforest is home to one of the highest concentrations of primates in Africa, making it an exceptional destination for chimpanzee trekking.

Famous for:

Chimpanzees · Primates · Forest Walks · Birdlife

Queen Elizabeth National Park

Set between Lake Edward and Lake George, Queen Elizabeth National Park combines open savannah, wetlands, forests, and beautiful waterways.

Famous for:

Tree-Climbing Lions · Elephants · Hippos · Kazinga Channel · Big Cats

Murchison Falls National Park

Uganda’s largest national park is centred around the spectacular Murchison Falls, where the Nile is forced through a narrow gorge before continuing through a vast wilderness.

Famous for:

Murchison Falls · Nile River · Elephants · Lions · Boat Safaris

Kidepo Valley National Park

Far in the country’s northeast, Kidepo offers vast open landscapes, rugged mountains, and an exceptionally remote safari experience.

Famous for:

Remote Safaris · Lions · Cheetahs · Elephants · Dramatic Landscapes

Lake Bunyonyi

Surrounded by rolling green hills and scattered islands, Lake Bunyonyi is an idyllic place to relax before or after a gorilla trekking adventure.

Famous for:

Scenery · Canoeing · Islands · Relaxation · Local Culture