The 15 Best National Park Safaris in Uganda

1.2 Days Safari To Queen Elizabeth National Park with Cruise

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

Review of a private two-day Queen Elizabeth safari from Kampala, with a Kazinga Channel cruise, game drive, meals, lodging, and practical tips.

“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 private 3-day Queen Elizabeth National Park safari from Kampala with game drives, Kazinga Channel boat ride, meals, and airport transfers.

“A memorable and educational experience I won't forget in my life, Travel, explore, and inspire others the pearl of Africa”

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3.2 Days Popular Safari to Lake Mburo National Park

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

Review of a 2-day Lake Mburo safari from Kampala, with game drives, a boat ride, wildlife, meals, lodging, and practical value advice.

“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 wild chimpanzees, visit crater lakes and Amabere Caves on a three-day small-group tour from Kampala through western Uganda.

“We booked our 7 days trek and Murchison Falls Safari with Trek Rwenzori Tours and we could not have better service and experience.”

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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 from Kampala to Murchison Falls, Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, Budongo Forest, and the Nile.

“Overall the trip was amazing. My three-day experience in Murchison Falls was so memorable: I got to see the 4 of the big five that are present in the park (including lions and the elusive leopard), had a wonderful trip along the river Nile, and whaRead more”

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6.2 Days Cycling Safari To Lake Mburo National Park

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

Review of a two-day Lake Mburo cycling safari from Kampala, with wildlife rides, Equator stop, park cycling, lodging, costs, and practical tips.

“A very good way to get away from the city center of Kampala for a two days cycling tour in Lake Mburo National Park.”

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7.2 Day Lake Mburo National park wildlife Safari

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

Review of a 2-day Lake Mburo safari from Kampala, with game drives, a lake cruise, meals, lodging, transport, and practical booking advice.

“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 Uganda’s Lake Mburo safari with game drive, boat cruise, Equator stop, meals, guide details, price, and practical booking advice.

“I wouldn't recommend them to anyone. My pick up never showed up. I received no communication at all from the tour company. I tried contacting them multiple times but to no avail.”

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9.Murchison Falls National Park – 3 Days

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

Review of a private 3-day Murchison Falls safari from Kampala, with rhinos, game drives, a Nile boat trip, meals, lodging, and practical tips.

“Booking the trip was made easy by a helpful, honest and caring company. Paradise Adventure Vacations Mussa tailored our tour according to our time frame and preferences. Nothing was a problem. Our guide was 100% professional and accRead 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 budget safari from Kampala to Murchison Falls, with private transport, Nile cruise, game drives, meals, and lodge stay.

“Yo! This safari was amazing. We had a splendid time with the guide who was really organized and knowledgeable. My boys and I were thrilled by the adventure from the boat cruise, game drives and the waterfalls. 10/10 tour.”

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11.1 Day Kibale National Park

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

Review of Kibale chimpanzee tracking from Fort Portal, including permits, transport, wildlife, costs, group size, and booking cautions.

“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 the 3-day Murchison Falls safari from Kampala, with rhinos, Nile wildlife, game drives, Budongo primates, and practical booking advice.

“AMAZING. Stunning boat ride up the Nile. Seeing the giraffes bend at the riverside and the elephants play in the water was Eden like. TWAHA was an amazing guide. Knowledgable. Friendly. Beautiful nature, hospitable people. Strongly recommended for anyone loving nature, animals, and the warm people of Uganda”

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13.3 Days Best of Queen Elizabeth National Park Wildlife Tour

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

A practical 3-day Queen Elizabeth National Park safari with game drives, chimpanzee trekking, the Kazinga Channel, and crater lakes.

“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

Review of Uganda’s 9-day gorilla, chimpanzee, rhino, and wildlife safari, with itinerary, value, fitness advice, and booking tips.

“We started researching this trip a few years ago after hearing about Safaris by Jon from someone my daughter met on a plane. They came highly recommended so when it came time to book a trip, we decided to go with Safaris by Jon. I was Read more”

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15.3-Day Private Safari of Murchison Falls National Park

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

Review of a 3-day private Murchison Falls safari from Kampala, with rhino tracking, game drives, Nile cruise, park tips, and value advice.

“During our trip to Murchison Falls National Park with Cream Tours and Safaris, our family had an unforgettable experience. We were awestruck by the stunning natural beauty of the park, from the majestic waterfalls to the diverse wildlife. Our touRead more”

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