Discover Unforgettable Uganda Safari Tours
Uganda safari tours offer an incredible way to discover the landscapes, wildlife, forests, and cultures of the Pearl of Africa.. From mountain gorillas deep in the forests of Bwindi to lions resting on the savannahs of Queen Elizabeth National Park, Uganda offers experiences for travelers looking for something beyond a traditional safari.
At Leone Tours & Travel, we create private and tailor-made safari experiences designed around your interests, travel dates and preferred style of travel.
Whether you want to track mountain gorillas, search for chimpanzees, see the Big Five, explore Uganda’s national parks or combine wildlife with cultural experiences, our local team can help you plan a memorable journey.
Why Choose Uganda for Your Safari?
Uganda brings together several different safari experiences in one destination.
Unlike a safari focused only on open savannah, a journey through Uganda can take you from tropical forests and volcanic mountains to lakes, rivers, wetlands and expansive grasslands.
During your Uganda safari, you can experience:
- Mountain gorilla trekking
- Chimpanzee trekking
- Big Five wildlife viewing
- Golden monkey trekking
- Boat cruises
- Birdwatching
- Nature walks
- Cultural experiences
- Community visits
- Mountain hiking
- Nile adventures
- Photography safaris
This diversity makes Uganda suitable for couples, families, solo travelers, photographers, birdwatchers and groups of friends.
Gorilla Trekking on Uganda Safari Tours
For many international travelers, gorilla trekking is the main reason for visiting Uganda.
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is one of the country’s most important destinations for mountain gorilla encounters. Walking through the forest in search of a habituated gorilla family can be an unforgettable wildlife experience.
A Uganda safari can be designed around gorilla trekking alone or combined with wildlife, chimpanzees, birding and cultural experiences.
If you are interested in spending more time with gorillas, Uganda also offers the Gorilla Habituation Experience, which provides a different way to experience these remarkable primates.
Chimpanzee Trekking in Uganda
Uganda is also an excellent destination for chimpanzee experiences.
Kibale Forest National Park is particularly well known for its primate diversity and chimpanzee trekking opportunities.
A typical chimpanzee experience takes you into the forest with experienced guides and trackers. Along the way, you may encounter other primates, birds, butterflies and fascinating plant life.
For travelers who love wildlife and nature, combining chimpanzee trekking with gorilla trekking creates an exceptional primate-focused Uganda safari.
Uganda Wildlife Safaris
Uganda is home to a wide range of wildlife, making it an excellent destination for classic game-viewing safaris.
Depending on your itinerary, you can encounter:
- Lions
- Elephants
- Buffaloes
- Leopards
- Giraffes
- Hippos
- Zebras
- Antelopes
- Warthogs
- Chimpanzees
- Mountain gorillas
- Numerous bird species
Each national park offers a different atmosphere and wildlife experience.
Best National Parks for Uganda Safari Tours
Murchison Falls National Park
Murchison Falls is Uganda’s largest national park and is known for its savannah landscapes, wildlife and the powerful Nile River.
Game drives provide opportunities to search for elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, lions and other wildlife. A boat cruise along the Nile offers another perspective, with hippos, crocodiles and birds often seen along the river.
The dramatic Murchison Falls itself is another major highlight.
Queen Elizabeth National Park
Queen Elizabeth National Park offers a combination of savannah wildlife, crater lakes and the famous Kazinga Channel.
Visitors can enjoy game drives and a boat cruise along the channel, where hippos, buffaloes, elephants and many bird species can often be seen.
The Ishasha sector in the southern part of the park is also known for its tree-climbing lions.
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Bwindi is one of Uganda’s most famous destinations for mountain gorilla trekking.
The ancient forest provides a unique environment for exploring Uganda’s primates and biodiversity.
A visit can also be combined with cultural experiences and community tourism.
Kibale Forest National Park
Kibale is a major destination for chimpanzee trekking and primate experiences.
The surrounding area also offers opportunities to explore the forest, visit communities and experience the Bigodi area.
Kidepo Valley National Park
For travelers looking for a more remote safari experience, Kidepo Valley offers dramatic landscapes and a wilderness atmosphere.
Its location in northeastern Uganda makes it particularly attractive to travelers who want to explore a less-visited part of the country.
Lake Mburo National Park
Lake Mburo is an excellent addition to shorter Uganda safari tours.
The park offers opportunities for game drives, walking safaris, boat experiences and other activities in a compact wildlife destination.
Private Uganda Safari Tours
At Leone Tours & Travel, we focus on creating private Uganda safari tours rather than simply placing travelers into a fixed itinerary.
A private safari gives you greater flexibility when planning your journey.
You can choose:
- Your travel dates
- Safari duration
- Accommodation level
- Destinations
- Activities
- Travel pace
- Wildlife interests
- Photography requirements
This flexibility is particularly useful for travelers who want a safari designed around their personal interests.
Tailor-Made Uganda Safari Tours
Every traveler has different expectations.
Some visitors want gorilla trekking and chimpanzees. Others want classic wildlife viewing, birding, photography or cultural experiences.
Our team can create tailor-made Uganda safari tours around your priorities.
For example, your itinerary could combine:
Kibale → Queen Elizabeth → Bwindi
for chimpanzees, wildlife and gorillas.
Another option could combine:
Murchison Falls → Kibale → Queen Elizabeth → Bwindi
for a broader Uganda wildlife and primate experience.
For travelers with more time, we can also include Lake Bunyonyi, Lake Mburo, Kidepo Valley or other destinations.
Uganda Safari Tours from Entebbe
Many Uganda safaris begin at Entebbe International Airport.
Depending on your itinerary, our team can arrange airport pickup, accommodation, transportation and the activities included in your safari.
Starting from Entebbe makes it possible to build an itinerary that gradually moves through Uganda’s major wildlife and primate destinations.
Uganda Safari Tours from Kigali
Travelers visiting Rwanda can also combine their trip with Uganda.
A Kigali-to-Uganda safari can be particularly convenient for travelers interested in gorilla trekking in southwestern Uganda.
Depending on your itinerary, you can travel from Kigali toward Bwindi or Mgahinga and then continue to other Ugandan destinations.
This option can be discussed when planning your private safari based on your international flight arrangements.
How Much Do Uganda Safari Tours Cost?
The cost of Uganda safari tours varies depending on several factors.
The main considerations include:
- Number of travelers
- Number of safari days
- Accommodation category
- Gorilla or chimpanzee permits
- Park fees
- Safari vehicle
- Driver-guide
- Activities
- Meals
- Airport transfers
- Travel season
A two-person private safari will normally have a different per-person cost from a larger group because vehicle and guide costs are shared differently.
At Leone Tours & Travel, we prepare safari quotations based on your specific itinerary rather than offering a single price for every traveler.
Best Time for Uganda Safari Tours
Uganda is a year-round safari destination.
However, many travelers prefer the relatively drier periods for wildlife viewing and trekking conditions.
June to September and December to February are commonly popular travel periods.
The best time for your trip ultimately depends on what you want to experience.
For example, photographers may have different priorities from travelers focused entirely on gorilla trekking or birdwatching.
Our team can help you choose travel dates based on your preferred activities and itinerary.
How Many Days Do You Need for a Uganda Safari?
The ideal safari length depends on the destinations and experiences you want to include.
3–4 Days
Suitable for travelers focusing on one major experience, such as gorilla trekking or a short wildlife safari.
5–7 Days
A good option for combining two or more destinations.
8–10 Days
Allows more time for gorilla trekking, chimpanzees and wildlife.
12–14 Days
Ideal for travelers who want a more comprehensive Uganda safari covering several national parks and experiences.
Longer itineraries also allow for a more relaxed travel pace, with additional time for photography, birding and cultural experiences.
Uganda Safari Tours for Photographers
Uganda offers exceptional opportunities for wildlife and nature photography.
Depending on your interests, you can photograph:
- Mountain gorillas
- Chimpanzees
- Lions
- Elephants
- Giraffes
- Birds
- Primates
- Landscapes
- Waterfalls
- Local communities
A private safari can be especially useful for photographers because the itinerary can be adjusted around photography opportunities and preferred travel pace.
Uganda Safari Tours for Birdwatchers
Uganda is also an attractive destination for birdwatchers.
Its forests, wetlands, lakes, savannahs and rivers support a remarkable range of birdlife.
A specialist birding itinerary can include destinations such as Mabamba Wetland, Kibale, Bwindi, Queen Elizabeth, Murchison Falls and other important birding areas.
If birding is your primary interest, we can create an itinerary around your target species.
Responsible and Sustainable Safari Travel
At Leone Tours & Travel, we believe that tourism should create positive experiences for travelers while supporting conservation and local communities.
Choosing local guides, visiting community projects and respecting wildlife regulations are important parts of responsible safari travel.
During your journey, we encourage travelers to follow park guidelines, maintain respectful distances from wildlife and avoid activities that could negatively affect animals or local communities.
Why Travel with Leone Tours & Travel?
Leone Tours & Travel is a Uganda-based tour operator specializing in private and tailor-made experiences across Uganda and East Africa.
Our local team handles your safari arrangements from planning through completion.
We can organize:
- Private safari vehicles
- Professional local driver-guides
- Gorilla and chimpanzee permits
- Accommodation
- Airport transfers
- Game drives
- Boat cruises
- Cultural experiences
- Birding safaris
- Hiking and nature experiences
- 24/7 safari support
Our focus is on creating well-organized journeys with attention to quality, comfort and memorable experiences.
Plan Your Uganda Safari Tour
Your Uganda adventure can be as simple or as comprehensive as you want it to be.
Whether you dream of standing in the forest with mountain gorillas, watching lions on the savannah, tracking chimpanzees in Kibale or exploring the Nile at Murchison Falls, we can help you build an itinerary around your interests.
Ready to explore the Pearl of Africa?
Contact Leone Tours & Travel Uganda Ltd to start planning your private, tailor-made Uganda safari tour.
