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Uganda, one destination at a time.

Seven favourites, all tailor-made. Pick one, or combine several into a single journey. Prices depend on season, group size and where you stay, so every trip is quoted individually.

A silverback mountain gorilla walking a forest trail in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
Most requested

Gorilla trekking in Bwindi

Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, in south-western Uganda, shelters a large share of the world's remaining mountain gorillas. A guided trek through misty, forested hills ends with time beside a gorilla family, an experience people carry for life.

  • Guided trek in a small group with park rangers
  • Time with a gorilla family, usually about an hour
  • Permits are required and limited, so book early
  • Pairs well with Lake Bunyonyi or Queen Elizabeth
Suggested length
3 to 4 days
Good for
Couples, friends, families
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Aerial view of the Nile forcing through the gorge at Murchison Falls, surrounded by dense green bush
Safari

Murchison Falls National Park

Uganda's largest national park, where the Nile forces its way through a narrow gorge and drops into a roaring pool. Game drives and a river cruise show you the wildlife that lives along the banks.

  • Morning and evening game drives
  • Boat cruise up the Nile toward the base of the falls
  • Hike to the top of the falls
  • Giraffes, elephants, hippos and crocodiles
Suggested length
3 days
Good for
First-time safari travellers
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A giraffe crossing a dirt track on open savannah, seen from a safari vehicle
Safari

Queen Elizabeth National Park

Crater lakes, open savannah and the Kazinga Channel make this one of Uganda's most varied parks. Come for the boat cruise, stay for the sunsets.

  • Boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel
  • Game drives across the savannah
  • Tree-climbing lions in the Ishasha sector
  • Chimpanzee tracking in Kyambura Gorge
Suggested length
3 to 4 days
Good for
Wildlife lovers, families
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A rocky islet topped by a single tree marking the Source of the Nile at Jinja
Adventure

Jinja and the Source of the Nile

East of Kampala, Jinja is where the Nile begins its long journey north. It is Uganda's adventure town, and an easy trip from the capital.

  • White-water rafting on the Nile
  • Boat ride to the Source of the Nile
  • Quad biking and horseback rides
  • Relaxed riverside stays
Suggested length
1 to 2 days
Good for
Groups and short breaks
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Aerial view of Lake Bunyonyi, its terraced hillsides and scattered green islands
Escape

Lake Bunyonyi

In the far south-west near Kabale, terraced hills rise around a lake of many islands. It is quiet enough to hear the paddles, and the perfect rest after a trek.

  • Canoeing between the islands
  • Village and terrace walks
  • Birdwatching at the water's edge
  • Easy to add to a gorilla trek
Suggested length
2 to 3 days
Good for
Couples and slow travel
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Walkers climbing a steep path beside a tall waterfall falling through green hillside
Hiking

Sipi Falls and Mt Elgon

On the slopes of Mount Elgon in eastern Uganda, three waterfalls spill through coffee country. Walk, taste, and breathe cooler air.

  • Guided walks to the three falls
  • Coffee farm tour, from bean to cup
  • Wide views over the plains below
  • Cool evenings and mountain scenery
Suggested length
2 to 3 days
Good for
Hikers and coffee lovers
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Open savannah, rock outcrops and distant mountains in Kidepo Valley
Wild north

Kidepo Valley National Park

In Uganda's remote north-east, Kidepo is wide-open savannah ringed by mountains, far from the usual routes. It is a trip for people who value space and silence.

  • Game drives across open plains
  • Dramatic mountain-ringed scenery
  • Visits to nearby Karamojong communities
  • Few other vehicles, lots of sky
Suggested length
4 to 5 days
Good for
Seasoned safari-goers
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On every trip

What we take care of, so you don't have to.

Transport

A suitable vehicle and a driver who knows the route, from pick-up to drop-off.

Stays

Hotels and lodges chosen to match your route and your budget.

Bookings

Park entry, permits and activities arranged ahead of time.

Arrival

Airport pick-up when you land, with the same team looking after you throughout.

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