Uganda Safari - Jairos Adventure
From the vast plains of the Serengeti to the misty heights of Kilimanjaro — discover Africa's most extraordinary places.
Uganda Safari & Gorilla Trekking Tours
Uganda earned Winston Churchill’s nickname “the Pearl of Africa” for its variety. On one trip you can track a mountain gorilla family through highland forest, cruise a channel full of hippos, and watch lions rest in the branches of a fig tree. You can also stand where the Nile forces itself through a 7-metre gorge. Few countries this size hold so many ecosystems and so much wildlife.
Jairos Adventure builds Uganda itineraries around how you want to travel, not around a fixed template. Choose a package below, or combine Uganda with a Tanzania safari, a Kilimanjaro climb or Zanzibar.
Uganda Safari at a Glance
Best known for | Mountain gorilla trekking, chimpanzee tracking, Nile scenery, birdwatching |
Main parks | Bwindi, Mgahinga, Kibale, Queen Elizabeth, Murchison Falls, Lake Mburo, Kidepo |
Typical trip length | 3 to 14 days |
Gorilla permit (foreign non-residents) | $800 per person |
Best time to go | June to August and December to February |
Group size | Maximum 6 on our packages |
Start point | Entebbe (EBB) |
Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is home to about half of the world’s remaining mountain gorillas. A trek takes you through steep, forested hills with a ranger guide and trackers. Once you find a habituated family, you spend one hour with them.
Permits sell out months ahead in peak season (July to September and December to February), so book early. We arrange your permit and match your trek to a lodge that fits your budget, from guesthouses to eco lodges.
Good to know:
- The standard permit costs $800 per person for foreign non-residents.
- The minimum age for gorilla trekking is 15.
- Treks can last from 1 to 8 hours depending on where the family is that day, so pack for rain and mud.
- Many guests add chimpanzee tracking in Kibale National Park to the same trip.
More Experiences Beyond Bwindi
Good to know:
- Chimpanzee tracking in Kibale National Park, home to a large population of habituated chimpanzees.
- Murchison Falls National Park, where the Nile squeezes through a narrow gorge. You can take a boat trip to the base of the falls and go on game drives for giraffe, elephant and lion.
- Queen Elizabeth National Park and the Kazinga Channel boat trip, famous for hippos and birdlife. The Ishasha sector has tree-climbing lions.
- Lake Mburo National Park, one of the few Ugandan parks where you can do a walking safari.
- Kidepo Valley National Park, one of Africa’s most remote and least crowded parks, where you can go a full day without seeing another vehicle. We can build your trip around quieter places like this if that suits you better.
- Rwenzori Mountains, for a physically demanding trek in the glaciated “Mountains of the Moon”. See our Climb Rwenzori page.
Our Uganda Safari Packages
Browse our packages and choose the trip that matches your travel style and budget. Not sure which one? Tell us your dates and we will suggest the best route.
Our Safari Packages
Browse our safari packages and choose the adventure that best matches your travel style. Let Jairos Adventure help you create memories that will last a lifetime.
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How Much Does a Uganda Safari Cost?
The cost depends mainly on whether your trip includes gorilla trekking.
- Wildlife safaris without gorilla trekking: typically $150–$250 per person per day for budget and mid-range trips, and $500+ per day for luxury lodges and private guiding.
- Trips with gorilla trekking: the $800 permit is added on top of the daily cost, so a short gorilla safari costs more per day. For example, our 3-day Gorilla Trekking Tour in Uganda starts from $2,055 per person.
Trip type | Example from Jairos Adventure | From (per person) |
|---|---|---|
3-day gorilla trek | 3-Days Gorilla Trekking Tour in Uganda | $2,055 |
4-day gorillas and chimps | 4-Days Gorillas and Chimpanzee Trekking Safari | $2,549 |
Combined Tanzania and Uganda | 10-Days Uganda Gorilla Trekking & Tanzania Safari | $6,046 |
What affects your price: the gorilla permit, season, accommodation level, group size, and whether you add chimpanzee tracking, Rwenzori trekking or a Tanzania extension. Prices are per person; ask us for a quote for your dates.
Best Time to Visit Uganda
Uganda is a year-round destination, and gorillas can be tracked in any month.
- June to September and December to February (dry seasons): drier trails, easier hiking and better game viewing. Permits sell out early, so book several months ahead.
- March to May and October to November (wetter months): lush scenery and fewer visitors. Trails can be muddy, and gorilla treks can be harder, but the experience is just as rewarding.
- April, May and November (low season): gorilla permits cost less ($600 instead of $800 for foreign non-residents), which makes this the best time for value.
Why Book Your Uganda Safari with Jairos Adventure
- Built around you: private itineraries and flexible packages, not a fixed template.
- Permits handled for you: we reserve your gorilla permit and match it to the right lodge and trekking sector.
- Small groups: a maximum of 6 on our packages.
- Transparent pricing: each package lists what is included and excluded.
- Combine East Africa: add a Tanzania safari, a Kilimanjaro climb or Zanzibar to your Uganda trip.
- Support before and during your trip: talk to our team on WhatsApp.
Combine Uganda with Tanzania
Many guests pair gorillas with a Tanzania safari or a Kilimanjaro climb. See our Tanzania Safari Tours, Climb Kilimanjaro and Zanzibar Island pages, or ask us for a custom multi-country itinerary.
Ready to Plan Your Uganda Safari?
Tell us your dates and travel style, and we will build your itinerary. Email info@jairos-adventure.com, WhatsApp +255 685 000 070, or visit us at Boman Street, Arusha 23100, Tanzania.
