- Uganda
Africa, Beyond the Expected.
Ancient rainforests, remarkable primate encounters, dramatic mountains and wild savannahs reveal a side of Africa unlike anywhere else.
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Discover Uganda
Uganda is a destination that continually surprises.
Ancient rainforest gives way to open savannah. The Rwenzori Mountains rise through the mist. The Nile forces its way through a narrow gorge at Murchison Falls, while peaceful lakes sit surrounded by impossibly green hills.
But gorilla trekking is only the beginning.
Chimpanzees, classic safari, extraordinary landscapes and a rich cultural heritage make Uganda a destination worthy of a journey all its own.
- Signature Experiences
Experience Uganda
- Into the Forest
Gorilla Trekking
Journey beneath the ancient canopy of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in search of endangered mountain gorillas.
Journey beneath the ancient canopy of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in search of endangered mountain gorillas.
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Chimpanzee Trekking
Uganda’s forests are also home to thriving chimpanzee communities, with Kibale offering remarkable opportunities to experience these highly social primates within their natural habitat.
The experience is energetic, fascinating and distinctly different from trekking for mountain gorillas.
- Beyond the Rainforest
Classic Safari
Uganda isn’t only a primate destination.
Queen Elizabeth National Park introduces open savannah, traditional game drives and diverse wildlife – including the famous tree-climbing lions associated with the Ishasha region.
- Where the Nile Narrows
Murchison Falls
At Murchison Falls, the Nile surges dramatically through a narrow gorge before continuing through the surrounding wilderness.
The combination of river, waterfall and wildlife creates one of Uganda’s most striking landscapes.
- Into the Mountains
The Rwenzoris
Mist-covered peaks rise dramatically along Uganda’s western frontier.
The Rwenzori Mountains reveal yet another side of the country – a landscape of high-altitude wilderness far removed from the traditional image of African safari.
- The Story Beyond the Landscape
Culture & Connection
Uganda’s heritage reaches far beyond its national parks.
Historic kingdoms including Buganda and Bunyoro form part of a cultural story that continues through traditions, dance, craftsmanship and community life today.
Thoughtfully chosen experiences can add a deeper human connection to the journey.
Sometimes the most
extraordinary encounters
require you to venture
a little deeper.
- Places to Discover
Where the Journey Can Take You
Uganda’s remarkable biodiversity is matched by the diversity of its landscapes, from ancient rainforest and open savannah to mountains, rivers and peaceful lakes.
- Deep Into the Forest.
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Ancient rainforest and endangered mountain gorillas make Bwindi home to one of Africa’s most remarkable wildlife experiences.
- The World of Primates.
Kibale National Park
Dense tropical forest and thriving chimpanzee communities make Kibale an extraordinary complement to Uganda’s gorilla trekking experiences.
- Savannah, Uganda Style.
Queen Elizabeth National Park
Classic safari landscapes, diverse wildlife and the tree-climbing lions of Ishasha reveal Uganda beyond the rainforest.
- The Power of the Nile.
Murchison Falls
Dramatic waterfalls, river landscapes and wildlife come together in one of Uganda’s defining natural environments.
- A Quieter Side of Uganda.
Lake Bunyonyi
Island-dotted waters surrounded by rolling green hills offer an opportunity to slow the pace between more adventurous experiences.
- THE UGANDA EXPERIENCE
More Than a Gorilla Trek.
The gorillas may be what first brings Uganda to mind.
But they aren’t the entire story.
A journey through Uganda can take you beneath an ancient rainforest canopy one day and across open safari country the next. You can follow chimpanzees through the forest, experience the force of the Nile at Murchison Falls and watch the landscape change as you travel toward mist-covered mountains and quiet lakes.
That’s what makes Uganda so compelling.
It offers some of Africa’s most intimate wildlife encounters without asking you to choose between forest, safari, landscape and culture.
You can experience all of them.
- EXPERIENCES
When to Experience Uganda
Uganda can offer rewarding experiences throughout the year, with seasonal conditions influencing trekking, safari and the landscapes you’ll encounter.
Drier Conditions
Gorilla & Chimpanzee Trekking
Drier periods can make forest trails more manageable, although tropical environments mean rain is always
possible.
Changing Landscapes
Safari
Seasonal conditions influence vegetation and wildlife movement throughout Uganda’s savannah
parks.
Lush by Nature
Green Season
Rain transforms an already green country into an even more vibrant landscape, with dramatic skies and abundant vegetation.
Plan for the Environment
Mountains
Higher-altitude regions such as the Rwenzoris can experience rapidly changing conditions, making careful planning particularly important.
We’ll help determine the timing that best suits the regions and experiences you want to bring together.
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Wondering What a Journey Through Uganda Could Look Like?
From trekking through Bwindi in search of mountain gorillas to chimpanzee encounters, traditional safari and the dramatic landscapes surrounding the Nile, Uganda offers far more than a single experience.
Explore our sample journeys to see what’s possible, then let us create something entirely your own.
- Continue Your Journey
The Journey Doesn't Have to End Here.
Rwanda can be experienced beautifully on its own or paired with the legendary wildlife destinations of East Africa, creating extraordinary contrasts between forest and savannah.
- Deeper Into Gorilla Country
Rwanda
Continue through the green landscapes of Rwanda for another extraordinary perspective on primate trekking, conservation and the mountains of the Virungas.
- Forest to Savannah
Kenya
Pair Uganda’s rainforest and primate experiences with Kenya’s
legendary safari landscapes and wildlife.
- Into the Great Plains
Tanzania
Continue south to the Serengeti and Ngorongoro for an extraordinary contrast between Uganda’s intimate forests and Tanzania’s immense safari landscapes.
- plan your journey
Let's Create
Your Uganda.
Tell us what you hope to discover. We’ll thoughtfully bring together the wildlife, landscapes and experiences that make the journey entirely your own.