Our Uganda gorillas safaris & vacations
Our Uganda vacations and gorillas safaris introduce you to a country that’s small but mighty. Here you can spend an unforgettable hour with humankind's closest cousin – many of the world’s endangered mountain gorillas live in Uganda’s forests, and our vacations help protect them, even using former poachers as guides. Local guides are also brilliant for understanding the traditions and ways of life of Uganda’s welcoming tribal communities. And our wildlife experiences don’t end with gorillas – highlights include safaris that track chimpanzees in Queen Elizabeth National Park, and bird watching around Murchison Falls.
Our top Uganda vacations
Small group adventure vacation in Uganda
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US $3580
7 days
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Experience fresh waters, wilderness & jungle
Small group2026: 17 Aug, 31 Aug, 14 Sep, 28 Sep, 12 Oct, 26 Oct, 9 Nov, 23 Nov, 7 Dec, 21 Dec, 2027: 4 Jan, 18 Jan, 1 Feb, 15 Feb, 1 Mar, 15 Mar, 29 Mar, 12 Apr, 26 Apr, 10 May, 24 May, 7 Jun, 21 Jun, 5 Jul, 19 Jul, 2 Aug, 16 Aug
Uganda safari vacation, gorillas, chimps and lions
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US $3480 to US $4262
10 days
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Wildlife and primate safari in Uganda's national parks
Tailor made
Uganda wildlife and conservation tour
From
£2595
9 days
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Discover the wonders of Uganda & its extraordinary wildlife
Small group2027: 1 Feb, 28 Jun, 12 Jul, 26 Jul, 9 Aug
Uganda wildlife vacation
From
US $4190
8 days
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Top selling Uganda vacation with primate expert guides
Small group2026: 17 Aug, 31 Aug, 14 Sep, 28 Sep, 12 Oct, 26 Oct, 9 Nov, 23 Nov, 7 Dec, 21 Dec, 2027: 4 Jan, 18 Jan, 1 Feb, 15 Feb, 1 Mar, 15 Mar, 29 Mar, 12 Apr, 26 Apr, 10 May, 24 May, 7 Jun, 21 Jun, 5 Jul, 19 Jul, 2 Aug, 16 Aug
Uganda safari, tailor made
From
US $11999
9 days
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Gorilla trekking & safaris in Uganda's best national parks
Tailor made
Small group2026: 12 Sep, 28 Nov, 2027: 16 Feb, 27 Nov
Uganda safari activity adventure
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US $4760
12 days
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Wilderness Journey through Uganda's Spectacular Landscapes
Tailor made
Kenya & Uganda small group vacation
From
£2989 to £3099
15 days
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Trek to see the Mountain gorillas and chimpanzees of Uganda
Small group2026: 29 Aug, 26 Sep, 10 Oct, 7 Nov, 21 Nov, 2027: 2 Jan, 16 Jan, 30 Jan, 27 Feb, 13 Mar, 10 Apr, 24 Apr, 22 May, 5 Jun, 3 Jul, 17 Jul, 14 Aug, 28 Aug, 11 Sep, 25 Sep, 9 Oct, 6 Nov, 20 Nov, 18 Dec
Gorilla and chimpanzee trekking, Uganda
From
US $5950
12 days
ex flights
The ultimate wildlife odyssey in Uganda
Small group2026: 29 Nov, 2027: 20 Feb, 2 Aug, 28 Nov
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About our Uganda vacations
Gorilla watching in Uganda
The mist-shrouded Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is home to an estimated 50 percent of all mountain gorillas, with around 11 habituated families. Our gorilla safaris contribute to Uganda’s impressive conservation efforts through the purchase of tightly regulated permits, as well as employing local people as guides – some are former poachers now finding more ethical employment in tourism. Trekking is required, sometimes for long distances and across often slippery terrain both uphill and downhill. But it’s worth every second to spend an hour watching our closest cousins as they play, forage and groom each other right in front of your eyes.
Chimpanzee tracking
Many of our chimpanzee tracking vacations explore Kibale National Park, but Kyambura Gorge in Queen Elizabeth National Park, while less likely to yield sightings, also offers sensational scenery into the bargain. Watching chimps requires some fitness – they move around a lot so you’ll be following them around the forest. Permits cost less too, although still contribute to conservation projects. Our vacations are accompanied by knowledgeable local guides who can explain the chimps’ fascinating behaviours, as well as many other aspects of forest life from different species to medicinal plants.
Wildlife vacations in Uganda
Uganda might be on the small side, Africa-wise, but when it comes to wildlife they super-size it here. Apart from magnificent mountain gorillas and cheeky chimpanzees, you’ve got tree-climbing lions, hippos, elephants, rhinos, eagles, buffaloes, and almost one in 10 of the world’s bird species. You basically can’t move for wildlife in Uganda. And all of it set against a spectacular backdrop – volcanoes, crater lakes, mist-laden forests, lush savannah – to be explored on foot, by 4x4 or canoe. Through national park permits, and showing local people the value of protecting animals, our wildlife vacations help to boost essential conservation efforts, which in turn leads to more species appearing in your binoculars.
Rwenzori Mountains
Running along the border between Uganda and DR Congo, the snow-capped Rwenzori Mountains are rarely visited. But among trekkers and birders that have ventured into them, their landscapes are spoken of in reverential whispers. Otherwise known as the Mountains of the Moon, this 120km-long range is best-explored on our small group trekking vacations. Your ‘footprint’ in these pristine landscapes is kept to a minimum, with all waste carefully minimised and removed and local guides ensuring routes stick to marked trails. You’ll camp or sleep in comfortable huts, accompanied by local porters who are paid and treated fairly.
Combining gorillas with East Africa safaris
We think Uganda is great when combined with Rwanda, Kenya or Tanzania, these East Africa safaris bring mountain gorillas into the mix of an already dazzling range of wildlife. After a few days watching gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, you might move on to migrating zebras, gazelles and wildebeest running the gauntlet against lions and cheetahs on the Maasai Mara. Chimpanzee tracking can be combined with game drives around the Serengeti, then dolphin watching on the Zanzibar coast. And of course our vacations also offer insights into many different ways of life across East Africa, while also helping to create employment for local people in tourism and conservation.
Types of safaris & vacations in Uganda
Most of our Uganda tours focus on wildlife – this is a superb country for bird-watching, and home to elephants, rhinos and hippos, as well as the famous gorillas and chimpanzees. Our small group vacations are the ideal option for Uganda, for several reasons. Firstly, all the logistics are taken care of, including accommodation, permits and transport, so you can concentrate on what’s at the end of your camera lens. Secondly, you’re joining a ready-made group of fellow adventurers. Thirdly, these itineraries are designed by professionals with years of experience who aim to show you as much as possible in a short space of time. And lastly, they’re accompanied by expert local guides boasting incomparable knowledge.
Our Uganda safari vacations reviews
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James Hammersley06 Aug 2026
It was exceptional. Extremely well run and met all our bird and mammal objectives. One of the best, if not then best, tour I have been on. We used community lodges and accommodation. We employed a network of local bird guides. We obviously supported the Uganda Wildlife Authority.
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Kate West31 Jul 2026
Can I give more than 5 stars? It was phenomenal! The only thing I would have changed is to stay longer. There were so many memorable parts of my visit to Uganda! It was packed with exciting and enriching experiences. The close encounters - dare I say, connection -with the mountain gorillas and chimpanzees, as well as the deeply personal and moving visit to the Batwa community were among the most impactful. I was also thrilled and delighted by the golden monkeys. The itinerary was thoughtfully assembled...read more
Ian Mcguire15 Jan 2026
We had a fantastic time in Uganda. We will cherish the memories of warm, friendly people and beautiful natural wonders. Lions at sunset in Murchison Falls NP and gorilla trekking. Boat trip on Kazinga Channel and meeting locals in Bwindi.read more
