
UGANDA
UGANDA TRAVEL INFO
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Accommodations
Standard, mid-range or luxury accommodation options available. Small group or private safaris. Independent traveler packages. Standard accommodations, tailor made and custom itinerareis also available.
Best Time to Go
June to August and December to February. June to September is high season so permits needs to be booked well in advance.
Climate
Rainy March to May, October and November.
Currency
Ugandan Shilling
Foreign Accepted Currency
Visit the CDC website for recommendations and consult with your travel doctor.
Immunizations
None necessary for entry but check with travel Dr. or US CDC website for recommendations.
Wifi
Don't expect good wifi service in Uganda. Some accommodaitons in Entebbe will have a computer terminal with an internet connection, but it is often working only inermittantly and you may be charged to use it. Little or no access while on safario in bush lodges and camps.
Wildlife
Mountain gorillas, chimpanzees, red colobus monkey and the rare L’Hoest’s monkey. The forest has one of the highest diversity and density of primates in Africa totalling 13 species including the black and white colobus, bluemonkey and grey-cheeked mangabey, red tailed monkey, bush babies and pottos. The park also hosts over 325 species of birds including the yellow spotted nicator, yellowr umped tinkerbird, littlegreenbul, green breasted pitta, African pitta, crowned eagle and the black bee-eater. There are a number of impressive mammals including forest elephants, buffaloes, bush pigs, duikers and bats. A keen observer may see some of the reptiles and amphibians as well as a colourful variety of butterflies.

UGANDA
HIGHLIGHTS
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Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest - Uganda’s most iconic experience — tracking endangered mountain gorillas in their natural habitat.
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Dense jungle, misty mountains, and intimate, hour-long encounters with these gentle giants.
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Chimpanzee Tracking in Kibale Forest - One of the best places in the world to see wild chimpanzees up close. Also home to 13 other primate species, including colobus monkeys and L’Hoest’s monkeys.
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Queen Elizabeth National Park - Uganda’s most diverse safari park, with tree-climbing lions in Ishasha, elephants, leopards, hippos, and crocodiles.
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Take a boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel for close-up wildlife sightings.
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Murchison Falls National Park - Classic savannah safari park centered on the dramatic Murchison Falls, where the Nile squeezes through a narrow gorge.
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Great game drives and boat safaris, with elephants, giraffes, lions, and Nile crocodiles.
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Rwenzori Mountains (Mountains of the Moon) - UNESCO World Heritage Site and Africa’s third-highest peak. Alpine meadows, glaciers, and challenging multi-day treks for adventure travelers.
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Lake Bunyonyi - Serene and scenic lake surrounded by terraced hills — often used as a base for gorilla trekking. Known for its 29 islands, canoeing, birding, and relaxation.
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Sipi Falls - A trio of stunning waterfalls in eastern Uganda, near Mount Elgon.
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Great for hiking, abseiling, coffee tours, and breathtaking views.
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Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary - The only place in Uganda where you can see wild rhinos — on foot. A key stop en route to Murchison Falls.
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Lake Mburo National Park - Compact and ideal for walking safaris, horseback safaris, and cycling among zebras, elands, and hippos.
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Easy access from Kampala or Entebbe.
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Jinja – Source of the Nile - Adventure capital of East Africa.
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Activities include white-water rafting, kayaking, bungee jumping, horseback riding, and river cruises. Visit the spot where the Nile River begins its journey north from Lake Victoria.
UGANDA TRAVEL PACKAGES
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Cost: From $2753
Duration: 4 days
Trip Type: Independent traveler package
Starts/Ends: Entebbe, Uganda
Tour Dates: Any dates, based on availability
Highlights: Lake Mburo National Park, Boat ride at Lake Mburo, Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park, Gorilla Trekking

Cost: From $2279
Duration: 3 days
Trip Type: Independent traveler package
Starts/Ends: Entebbe, Uganda
Tour Dates: Any dates based on availability
Highlights: Bwindi Forest National Park, Gorilla Trekking

Cost: From $4895 + single supp
Duration: 10 days
Trip Type: Scheduled small group safari max 12, minimum 4 guests
Starts/Ends: Entebbe, Uganda
Tour Dates: Fixed scheduled tour dates, request itinerary
Highlights: Murchison Falls for game viewing and boat cruise, Kibale for chimp trekking, Queen Elizabeth National Park for game viewing and Kazinga Boat cruise, Bwindi Forest National Park for Gorilla trekking and Lake Mburo National Park for a boat cruise.

Cost: From $2940
Duration: 6 days
Trip Type: Scheduled, small group overland safari max 12, minimum 4 guests
Starts/Ends: Entebbe, Uganda
Tour Dates: Fixed tour dates, request itinerary
Highlights: Queen Elizabeth National Park, game viewing and chimp trek, Bwindi Forest National Park for Gorilla trekking and Lake Mburo National Park for a boat cruise.








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