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Are you ready for the very best of safaris in Uganda, the Pearl of Africa? Look no further than Wild Whispers Africa Safaris! We are a local Uganda safaris company with a passion for showcasing the very best of Uganda. With over a decade of experience, we know how to create the perfect Uganda safari just for you. Whether you’re dreaming of a quick day trip or a multi-week vacation, we’ve got you covered. Our expert guides will take you on a journey through Uganda’s most stunning landscapes and introduce you to its incredible wildlife.

SUGGESTED UGANDA SAFARIS

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Climbing

3 Days Wildlife Safari Queen Elizabeth National Park The queen of England Queen Elizabeth has

Chimpanzee

Chimpanzee Tracking in Uganda 3 day Chimpanzee trekking and Kibale Forest Jungle primate watch The

Gorilla Trekking

Day 1: Pick up and set off for Bwindi Forest National Park Following a very

Wildlife
Big 5 with approximately 76 mammal species among which are lions, warthogs, baboons, buffaloes, elephants,
Primates
Nature Walks

3 day Ngamba Island tour This 3 day Ngamba Island Chimpanzee safari starts and finish

Nature walks
Island Holidays

3 days Ssese Islands On Lake Victoria’s northwestern corner are the 84 Ssese archipelago islands,

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nature walks

Embark on a 3 Day Gorilla Trek from Kigali to Uganda particularly Bwindi Impenetrable forest

Gorilla Safari
Chimp Trek

Day 1: Bwindi Impenetrable Forest After an early breakfast you will drive to Bwindi Impenetrable

Wildlife Safaris

4 days fly-in safari to Kidepo Valley National Park Day One: Your guide will pick

Gorilla Trekking

4 Day gorilla safari Uganda – Double gorillas trekking Day 1: Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable

Wildlife Tour

Day 1: Kampala to Lake Mburo National park After breakfast to drive to Lake Mburo

Gorilla Trek
Game Viewing

5 days Kibale, Queen Elizabeth and Bwindi Day 1: Kampala-Kibale National Park After breakfast you

Mountain Gorillas
Chimps
Wildlife
Bwindi Impenetrable Forest to trek gorillas as well as Queen Elizabeth National Park Wildlife to
Active Adventure

5DAYS TOUR TO MURCHISON FALLS NATIONAL PARK AND TRIP TO JINJA Day 1: Transfer to

Gorilla Tours
Wildlife
Tracking gorillas and chimpanzees, wildlife and bird watching holidays in Uganda. Stay in the best
Birding
Primates
Wildlife

Birding Trip in Uganda Day One: after breakfast you will be picked by our safari

Culture

7 days Uganda Cultural Tours Day 1: Visit Kampala cultural sites Right after your Breakfast,

Wildlife Safaris
A week on safari to see the tree climbing lions, mountain gorillas, take a boat
Chimp Trek
Wildlife Safaris

Day 1: Murchison Falls National Park. In the morning you will leave for the Murchison

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8 Days Extreme Wild Adventure Uganda Discovery Day 1: Kampala to Murchison Falls Start the

Climbing

8 days Hike Mount Elgon Safari Set off the beaten-track and explore the less discovered

Primates
A typical primate watching safari, gorilla safaris, chimpanzee trek, baboons, monkey trekking & wild game.
Water Rafting

Day 1: Arrival On arrival at the airport you will be received by our delegate

Climbing

Explore the true peak of Uganda! This 10 day tour leads you to the magnificent

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Wildlife

Luxury Primate Safari 10 days Day 1: Arrival On arrival at the Entebbe international Airport

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Wildlife Safaris
Game drives, gorilla watching trips, birding, chimpanzee trekking, Lake Bunyonyi sightseeing tours, see the big
Wildlife Safaris

Wonders of the North Safari – 12 days Explore the less known east as well

Wildlife Safaris
Climbing

Uganda – Mt. Rwenzori and Gorilla Trek (14 days) Day 1 – Arrive in Uganda

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Volunteering

Pader Orphans Caring Project Northern part of Uganda is one area that has been politically

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Culture

15 Days Best of Uganda Safari This safari 15 days Uganda Safari takes you to

Best Things To Do in Uganda

Gorilla Trekking in Uganda

 Uganda has some of the best trekking journeys to see mountain gorillas in the jungle. You literally enter the beating heart of the African bush. Mountain gorillas live in the rain forests of Uganda, Rwanda and Congo, but Uganda stands head and shoulders above the rest.

There remain plenty of low-cost gorilla trekking experiences in Bwindi and Mgahinga parks. The fees for gorilla trekking for international visitors are USD  800. Fees in Rwanda are nearly three times as much, and Congo has an air of political instability that discourages most.

Gorilla trekking: Uganda has the highest number of habituated gorilla families, with 19 so far available for trekking. Bwindi is the only place where tourists can have a gorilla habituation experience. Mountain gorillas in this national park have not been as fully habituated as in other habituated groups.

Chimpanzee Trekking In Uganda

Chimpanzees, like gorillas and orangutans, are part of the great ape family. Uganda is home to more than 5,600 wild chimpanzees making it the largest population of the common chimpanzee in the world; also, there’s several habituated communities.

The best places for chimpanzee tracking in Uganda are in Kibale National Park, Budongo Forest, Kyambura Gorge, Kalinzu Forest, and Toro-Semliki Wildlife Reserve. Among them, Kibale Forest is No 1 destination for chimpanzee safaris with the highest chimpanzee population of 1,500 and the highest trekking chance. The journey to Kalinzu Forest and Budongo Forest is a beautiful tropical rainforest that is worth visiting. Besides, the experience of trekking in these forests is quite delightful where you can see hordes of other primates and wild animals.

Birding In Uganda

Uganda, with more than 1,000 species in relatively small areas, harbours perhaps the highest densities of birds of any country. This is probably because the relatively wet climate and rainfall sustain the constantly lush vegetation of Uganda, especially near Lake Victoria, the Nile Outlet and the Albertine Rift. Birders can find a high density of birds in the following National Parks and the Shrub and Swampland Protection Area of the Mabamba Swamps: Queen Elizabeth, Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, Lake Mburo, Murchison Falls, and Semuliki National Parks.

Birders come here to look for endemic birds (such as the shoebill, great blue turaco, standard-winged nightjar and African green broadbill) and migrants (greater and lesser flamingo, sooty tern, northern bald ibis, greytail and isabelline wheatear) with Bwindi having 347 species including 24 Albertine Rift endemics, and Murchison Falls boasting more than 451. Each of the national parks offers something special.

Uganda National Parks & Attractions

For whom is a Uganda safari best suited?

Its combination of diverse wildlife, beautiful natural landscapes and captivating cultural history make Uganda an appealing safari destination for a broad market. Here are a few more facts and figures that will further support this view:

1. For The Wild At Heart

– More than 95 mammal species call Queen Elizabeth National Park home: there are African elephants, lions, leopards and the park’s famous tree-climbing lions of the Ishasha sector.

– Murchison Falls National Park, home to the most powerful waterfall in the world, where the River Nile forces its way through a narrow gorge with incredible drama.

– Among the 13 species of primates found there, Kibale National Park has the highest primate density in Africa; it is home to an endangered red colobus monkey and others such as a rare L’Hoest’s monkey.

2. Nature Lovers:

– Uganda is home to more than 5,000 square kilometres of wetlands including the globally significant Ramsar listed Mabamba Bay Wetland, a Ramsar wetland site of international importance which hosts the shoebill stork.

The country harbours at least 5,000 plants, of which 400 are exclusive to it, including the cycad plant and the giant lobelia.

Lake Bunyonyi, second deepest in Africa at up to 900m (2,952ft) deep, lies in southwest Uganda.

3. The Thrillers:

Visit Jinja, the adventure capital of East Africa, with its bungee jumping,zip-lining and quad biking. Other adventure activities include gorilla trekking, abseiling on Sipi falls and hiking Mt. Rwenzori.

4. Birders

Over 1,000 bird species are found in Uganda!

The Albertine Rift, which rips through western Uganda, boasts more than 40 birds that are found nowhere else, including the Rwenzori turaco and the handsome francolin.

– The Mabamba Bay Wetland supports more than 300 species of birds such as the papyrus gonolek and the white-winged warbler.

– Near Uganda’s international airport, Entebbe Botanical Gardens host more than 115 bird species in its 40 hectares, making it perfect for birdwatching.

5. Culture:

It includes the Kasubi Tombs, a UNESCO World Heritage Site where the kings of Buganda are buried and from which the history and cultural traditions of the kingdom can be understood.

Nyero Rock Paintings, an ancient rock art site in eastern Uganda, more than 3,000 years old – part of the country’s early human history.

Igongo Cultural Centre in Mbarara includes a museum, cultural arena for performances and handicrafts market displaying the traditions and heritage of the Ankole.

6. Responsible Tourism:

– The Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) pays 20 per cent of park entry fees to local community projects such as schools, health clinics and infrastructure 2013.

­­–­ Many of the safari lodges in Uganda, including Volcanoes Safaris’ Bwindi Lodge, which is nestled high up above the jungle, and Kyambura Gorge Lodge, which is in the lowland forest, use sustainable materials and renewable energy sources.

• The Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary on Lake Victoria provides a safe haven for several rescued and orphaned chimpanzees, with educational programmes for visitors and for people living around Kampala.

These further figures highlight why Uganda is one of the best-kept destinations for safaris, with the ultimate experiences for wildlife lovers, nature enthusiasts, thrill-seekers, birdwatchers, culture-seekers or responsible travellers.

FAQs about Safaris in Uganda

Yes, Uganda is an excellent destination for safaris, offering a wide range of unique experiences for visitors. Here is Why;

Many species of animals: The wildlife in Uganda is particularly diverse, with the Big Five (lions, leopards, elephants, buffalos and rhinos), as well as chimpanzees, mountain gorillas and more than 1,000 species of birds.

Gorilla trekking: Visitors to Uganda can take part in the gorilla trekking experience to observe mountain gorillas in their natural environment at Bwindi Impenetrable National park and Mgahinga Gorilla National Park.

Chimpanzee tracking: Most of the tour companies will take you to Kibale National Park, which is the primate capital of East Africa. It offers the best chimpanzee tracking.

It has all sorts of landscapes – savannas, forests, mountains, lakes – all types of nature, different habitats, many kinds of nature.

Uncommon activities: In addition to game drives, Uganda offers more unusual activities, including boat safaris on the Nile River and the Kazinga Channel, hiking in the Rwenzori Mountains and visiting the source of the Nile.

Less crowded: Uganda parks tend to be quieter than many of the better-known safari destinations in Africa; generally speaking, there is less competition for sightings from other people or vehicles, and the overall experience of being on safari is somewhat more pure.

A Uganda safari can cost anywhere between $200-$600 a day depending on different factors, including the duration of your trip, the class of accommodation, what you would like to do on your holiday and the time of year you are planning to visit. It covers food and lodging. On average, a safari package in Uganda costs $200 -$600 per person per day.

Here's a rough breakdown of what you might expect to pay:

Cheap budget safaris cost from around $200-300 per person per day and include (budget) accommodation, board and transport; gorilla trekking and chimpanzee tracking often come on top of this.

2. Mid-range safaris: Mid-range safari prices range from about $300 to $500 per person per day; these packages tend to have more comfortable accommodations and meals, amongst other things.

3. High-end luxury safaris: A high-end luxury safari can range from $500 to $1,500 per person per day (or more), and commonly includes first-class accommodations, gourmet food, private transport and a variety of activities.

Remember too that gorilla trekking permits reportedly cost $700 per person, in addition to your safari package booking, while chimpanzee tracking costs about $200 per person.

Please note that safari costs vary substantially depending on the firm employed, the nature of the itinerary, and customization, so it’s always prudent to compare prices across various providers, and to read reviews, ahead of booking a safari.

Our website presents a range of exciting safaris and tours that we having to offer. Whether you are interested in a gorilla trekking excursion, a wildlife safari, or even a beach tour, we have something for everyone. Our price range is tailored to enable our customers to pick what suits their interest and budget.

So, whenever you are ready to start planning your dream safari adventure, just get in touch via our contact form, by email or by phone. Let us know what dates you have in mind for your travels, how many people will be travelling with you and what you would like your safari experience to include. We’ll then get back to you quickly to suggest several options that should match your requirements. From specialist luxury accommodation, through to more adventurous activities or a combination of both, we look forward to helping you develop the itinerary that’s right for you.

After making your selection of your perfect safari, we will assist you on your booking process; simply complete our online booking form, providing us with all relevant information and pay a deposit or full payment, depending on the selected package. An extensive pre-departure guide will be forwarded to you after your booking confirmation with every necessary details to prepare you well for your trip from visa requirements, immunization updates, and packing guidelines.

On your first day, your guide will meet you at the airport and take you straight to your first stop. He’ll be a professional, fluent in English, and extremely knowledgeable about the wild elephants, lions and other wildlife you’ll encounter, as well as the landscapes and riveting human stories that will captivate you throughout your journey. Once you return, we’d like to hear about your trip – your feedback adds to what we already know to help us improve our services for the future.

The best time to visit Uganda on a safari is during the dry seasons, which are from June to August and from December to February, when the weather is warm and sunny, perfect for outdoor activities and watching wildlife since the lack of rain means animals tend to congregate around watering holes.

June, July and August are perhaps the busiest months of the year to travel here: the dry season makes trekking through the forests easier, and it’s in these warmer months that the gorillas tend to stay closer to the park limits, increasing your chances of finding them and therefore your chances of having a successful encounter. These are the months when the permits sell out well in advance.

To avoid the busier season, the quietest time is from December to February, but it does occasionally rain so the scenery is lush and green and birdwatching is great. This time of year is ideal for combining your safari with the mountain trekking and hiking in mountainous areas, such as the mountain gorillas in the Rwenzori Mountains, or city life in busy Kampala.