The 15 Best National Park Trips in Uganda

1.2 Days Safari To Queen Elizabeth National Park with Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 54 reviews · from $1,350Our pick

Review this two-day Queen Elizabeth safari from Kampala, with a Kazinga Channel cruise, game drive, meals, lodging, and practical booking advice.

“My husband and I recently returned from a 2 day safari trip to Queen Elizabeth National Park. We were so happy that Inspire had a 2 day option as we were short on time but wanted to experience a safari and are we glad we did. The tour itself was very organized from pick uRead more”

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2.3 Days Wild Tour Queen Elizabeth National Park Safari Uganda

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 36 reviews · from $1,300

Review of a 3-day private Uganda safari from Kampala to Queen Elizabeth National Park, with game drives, Kazinga Channel cruise, meals, and airport transfers.

“We had an outstanding experience with Kubwa Five Safaris, who expertly crafted our dream safari itinerary. Their prompt responses and flexibility ensured a seamless planning process.”

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3.2 Days Popular Safari to Lake Mburo National Park

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 33 reviews · from $1,250

Review of a two-day Lake Mburo safari from Kampala with game drives, a boat ride, Equator stop, meals, lodging, and park fees.

“I was generally disappointed with this tour. The park Is worth a visit with loads of great animals and the accommodation was beautiful - but for what I paid, the tour itself was not good value for money. It didn't feel like a tour - more like two guys driving me to the park and back with little communication.”

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4.3 Days Kibale National Park Chimpanzee Tracking

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 22 reviews · from $1,169

Track chimpanzees in Kibale, explore Lake Nkuruba and Amabere Caves, and enjoy meals, transport, and a three-day western Uganda trip.

“The track in Rwenzori mountains was great, I was doing 6 days to reach Mt. Baker and I made as a beginner in climbing. They borrowed me everything - sleeping bag, cap, rope, there were potter to take my stuff, chief and very professional cliRead more”

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5.3 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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6.2 Days Cycling Safari To Lake Mburo National Park

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 20 reviews · from $575

Cycle beside zebras, giraffes, buffaloes, and antelopes in Lake Mburo National Park, with an Equator stop and optional night safari.

“One of the best cycling safris i have gone on. Cycling through lake Mburo National park left me with memories for a whole life time.”

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7.2 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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8.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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9.Murchison Falls National Park – 3 Days

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · from $1,000

See Murchison Falls, Nile wildlife, hippos, lions, elephants, and rhinos on a private three-day Uganda safari with meals and transfers.

“Every aspact of this extraordinary Safari was planned & executed around the needs of the guests. With great style, compassion and care for even the tiniest detail of comfort, Mr Mussa ledme through the reservation proces, answering evRead more”

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10.2 Days Budget Safari to Murchison Falls National Park

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · from $750

Review of a 2-day private Murchison Falls safari from Kampala with Nile cruise, game drives, meals, lodge stay, and top-of-falls views.

“I had such an incredible experience!! This is indicated as a budget trip but didn’t feel that way at all. I was able to see so many animals, just me and a guide, and had an amazing time. My guide was David and he is TOP TIER!!! He knew a ton about animal behavior. Highly recommend to anyone looking for an amazing experience.”

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11.1 Day Kibale National Park

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · from $385

Track chimpanzees and 13 primate species in Kibale Forest on a full-day Fort Portal tour with permits, transport, and water included.

“The tour operator was not straight forward with charges. Sent a message that the permit cost had gone up and wanted additional funds. I was prepared to pay this. When I reached there he had a higher quote than previously mentioned that had to be payed before we could start the trip”

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12.3-Day Murchison Falls National Park – Adventure Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · from $1,580

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

“The whole trip was amazing and our guide Oscar was top notch. He took us around the park spotting endless antelopes, giraffes and elephants. We saw a leopard and a lion and many hippos. The birds that we saw were beautiful as well. We sRead more”

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13.3 Days Best of Queen Elizabeth National Park Wildlife Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · from $1,100

Spend three days in Queen Elizabeth National Park with game drives, a Kazinga Channel cruise, crater lakes, and chimpanzee trekking.

“Cesar is a guide of the highest quality, friendly, helpful and knowledgeable both on general matters and animals. Accommodation is simple but adequate and you certainly feel you are in the wild”

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14.9 day Gorilla Trekking, Chimpanzee & Wilderness Safari (mid-range)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · from $3,702

A 9-day private Uganda safari with rhinos, gorillas, chimpanzees, game drives, Nile cruises, Kazinga Channel and Lake Mburo.

“I went with my mom and we had the best experience ever. We were able to see all kinds of animals, including the gorillas, chimpanzees, leopards and lions.”

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15.3-Day Private Safari of Murchison Falls National Park

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · from $1,500

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

“My husband and I visited Murchison Falls National Park on our first anniversary, and it was an unforgettable experience. The park was breathtakingly beautiful, with lush green vegetation and the majestic Murchison Falls. We went on a boat ridRead more”

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