Big Five Safaris in Uganda: The 15 Best Trips

1.3 Days Murchison Falls Adventure Wildlife Safari Uganda Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 61 reviews · from $1,300Our pick

Review of a 3-day Murchison Falls safari from Entebbe with game drives, Nile cruise, meals, lodge stay, and practical booking advice.

“My safari adventure with Kubwa Five Safaris was nothing short of breathtaking. I was blown away by the sheer majesty of the wildlife, the vibrant culture, and the stunning landscapes. This experience wasn't just a trip – it was a journey of discovRead more”

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2.3-Day Ultimate Big Five Safari – Murchison Falls & Rhinos

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 55 reviews · from $995

Track rhinos, elephants, lions, hippos, and birds on a three-day Uganda safari through Murchison Falls National Park from Kampala.

“A mixed bag. The accommodation at tembo safari camp was amazing, could have stayed there for weeks. The cruise and murchisob falls are impressive and you get to see a lot of hippos. The safari part seemed rushed and both the guide Read more”

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3.4-Day Uganda Gorilla Trekking and Wildlife Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 37 reviews · from $2,450

Review of a 4-day Uganda safari with Queen Elizabeth wildlife, Kazinga Channel cruise, Bwindi gorilla trekking, and Lake Bunyonyi.

“Among all the agencies I reached out to, Elvis from Lulu Safari was the most responsive and communicative. I’m glad I chose them for my Uganda trip. My guide, Sam, was patient, kind, and attentive. I had an amazing time over the past five days, and this experience makes me want to return to Uganda in the near future.”

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4.15-Day Gorilla and chimps Trekking, Big 5 and Nature Sighting Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 31 reviews · from $5,000

Review of a 15-day Uganda safari with gorilla and chimp trekking, Big Five sightings, Murchison Falls, Queen Elizabeth, and Lake Mburo.

“Before choosing Ngoni we researched many other companies. Sedrick was very helpful with planning our itinerary and delivered not only a great itinerary but all the information that we needed, when we needed it.”

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5.5 Days Uganda Gorilla, Chimpanzee and Wildlife Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 29 reviews · from $2,863

Track chimpanzees, mountain gorillas, tree-climbing lions, hippos, and birds on a five-day private safari through southwest Uganda.

“Excellent tour and company. Our guide was amazing, kind, knowledgeable and easy to get along with. What a blessing!”

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6.3-Days Murchison Falls Vacation Including Big 5 Sighting!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 23 reviews · from $1,000

Review of a private 3-day Murchison Falls safari with Big Five game viewing, a Nile boat cruise, meals, lodging, and Entebbe transfers.

“We had an amazing experience, our guide was super, we slept in Tilenga lodge, a hotel that was hospitable and we dearly loved the almost everything. Don’t forget to carry mosquito repellent everywhere you go.”

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7.3 Day Private safari to Murchison Falls National Park with Big Five Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 21 reviews · from $1,400

Review of a 3-day private Uganda safari with rhinos, Murchison Falls, Nile cruise, Big Five game viewing, and Budongo Forest chimp tracking.

“I missed part of my tour due to time, yes it was my problem because my bag was missing from the airport, we did all other parts nicely and I surely enjoyed.. At the end my manager Richard gave me back some cash for my missed part eveRead more”

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8.5 days gorilla & Wildlife safari in Uganda

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 19 reviews · from $2,228

Review of Uganda’s 5-day gorilla, chimpanzee, and wildlife safari, with Bwindi trekking, Kazinga Channel, costs, routes, and practical tips.

“We did the 5 day Primate Safari with Chimpanzee and Gorilla trekking which was absolutely amazing! We got up close, watched the chimpanzees hunt and share their kill and followed a gorilla family of 6 with an infant. Our visit to the Batwa/Pygmy tribe was a wonderful Read more”

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9.2 Day Lake Mburo National park wildlife Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 16 reviews · from $590

Explore Lake Mburo in two days with game drives, a lake cruise, meals, lodging, private transport, and an Equator stop from Kampala.

“My solo trip to Lake Mburo National Park with Nsheka African Adventures was an unforgettable experience. My guide Khalid was incredibly knowledgeable and friendly making the safari drive both informative and enjoyable. I had the opportRead more”

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10.3 Day Murchison Falls’ BIG 5 and Wildlife viewing Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 16 reviews · from $1,000

Review of a private 3-day Murchison Falls safari from Kampala with rhino tracking, game drives, a Nile boat cruise, meals, and lodging.

“One of the Best expérience I had to see wildanimals living their Life.”

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11.10 Days Uganda Gorilla, Chimpanzee & Wildlife Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews · from $5,055

Review this 10-day Uganda safari covering gorillas, chimps, rhinos, game drives, boat cruises, and the best of western Uganda.

“Prime Safaris was a pleasure to work with from our first contact with Cate in the office to saying goodbye to Annais and Charles after a fabulous 9 days! We started in Murchison Falls and made our way down the west of Uganda, including incRead more”

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12.6 Day Gorilla tracking and Wildlife Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews · from $3,370

Track mountain gorillas in Bwindi, seek chimps and tree-climbing lions, and cruise Uganda’s Kazinga Channel on a six-day private safari.

“We just wrapped up our 6 day Gorilla tracking and wildlife Safari tour in Uganda with our tour guide Silas from Village of Lakes Safari. This was an incredible tour from start to finish. From the moment I reached out about this tour, Silas respondRead more”

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13.10-Day Wildlife Big 5, Murchison Falls and Gorilla Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 13 reviews · from $6,620

A 10-day private Uganda safari with rhinos, Big Five game drives, chimpanzee and gorilla trekking, Murchison Falls, and Lake Mburo.

“If you are planning to visit Uganda, Lulu Safaris is the best option.”

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14.Lake Mburo National Park with Equator, Game Drive & Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★3.7 · 12 reviews · 1 day · from $350Best value

Review of Lake Mburo’s game drive, boat cruise, and Equator stop, with practical advice on value, timing, wildlife, guides, and booking.

“We had an amazing time, made especially special by our driver and guide, Andrew. He was extremely good company, very knowledgeable and struck up an excellent rapport with the children. An incredible experience. Thank you 🙂”

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15.10 Day Western Uganda Budget Wildlife Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · from $4,090

Review of a 10-day western Uganda safari with gorilla, chimpanzee, and golden monkey treks, game drives, boat cruises, meals, and permits included.

“What an amazing adventure! We had the privilege of spending 10 days exploring the beauty of Uganda – and every single day was truly special.”

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