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4-Day Uganda Gorilla Trekking & Safari Tours

4.4/5  –  367 Uganda Reviews

Uganda’s best-known safari attraction is its magnificent gorillas, which can be tracked in two national parks: Bwindi Impenetrable and Mgahinga Gorilla. But this lush equatorial country has plenty else to offer wildlife enthusiasts. Uganda’s forests rank among the very best places to see chimps roam wild, while the savannahs provide refuge to more typical safari icons such as lion, elephant, giraffe and hippo. Add to this a checklist of 1,000-plus bird species, most famously the bizarre shoebill, and you’re looking at arguably Africa’s most biodiverse safari destination. True, you can’t see it all in 4 days, but a safari of this duration is more than sufficient to cherry-pick a couple of Uganda’s most compelling highlights.

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5 Questions About 4-Day Uganda Safaris

1. Where should I go on a 4-day safari in Uganda?
2. Can I fit gorilla trekking and chimp trekking into a 4-day trip?
3. Is it likely that I will see all of the Big Five on a 4-day safari in Uganda?
4. What is the best time of the year for a trip in Uganda?
5. How much will this safari cost?
 
 

5 Questions About 4-Day Uganda Safaris

Answered by Philip Briggs

Where should I go on a 4-day safari in Uganda?

“That depends on your interests and priorities. If your main reason for visiting Uganda is gorilla trekking, then you’ll definitely want to focus on Bwindi Impenetrable or Mgahinga Gorilla National Parks, both of which are in the far southwest. For a more conventional Big Five safari that doesn’t include gorilla trekking, the recommended first choice is Murchison Falls National Park in the northwest. If you would like an off-the-beaten-track safari destination, try Kidepo Valley National Park in the remote northeast. And if you are more into hiking and adventure activities than wildlife, a popular combination is white-water rafting on the Nile near Jinja and Sipi Falls on the slopes of Mt Elgon.”

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Can I fit gorilla trekking and chimp trekking into a 4-day trip?

“Yes, 4 days in Uganda is sufficient to track both gorillas and chimps. Assuming that you start in the capital Kampala or nearby Entebbe International Airport, your first day will be dominated by the 10-hour drive to Bwindi/Mgahinga. You can go gorilla trekking in one of these parks on the morning of day 2, then depending on the exact itinerary, transfer to a suitable chimp trekking site the same afternoon or the next morning. Coming from Bwindi/Mgahinga, the most convenient localities for chimp trekking are Kalinzu Forest or Kyambura Gorge, both of which border Queen Elizabeth National Park and can easily be visited from there. This itinerary should also allow time for a boat trip and/or a game drive in Queen Elizabeth, which is home to the likes of elephant, buffalo, hippo, lion and leopard. While all this can be achieved in 4 days, it will be quite rushed, so there is a lot to be said for extending the itinerary to 5 or 6 days if possible. It’s worth noting that many Uganda gorilla trekking safaris now use the Rwandan capital Kigali as a springboard. There are three reasons for this. The first is that the driving time to Bwindi/Mgahinga from Kigali is less than half of what it is from Kampala/Entebbe. The second is that Coastal Aviation operates direct flights to Kigali from Tanzania’s Serengeti National Park. And the third is that gorilla trekking permits in Rwanda cost US$1,500, more than double the US$600 charged in Uganda.”

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Is it likely that I will see all of the Big Five on a 4-day safari in Uganda?

“If you choose the right itinerary, yes. Uganda is not generally thought of as a Big Five safari destination comparable with the likes of South Africa, Kenya or Tanzania. Despite this, you do actually stand a fair chance of seeing all the members of this iconic quintet on a 4-day safari that combines Murchison Falls National Park with Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary. Ziwa is one of the best places anywhere in Africa to track white rhinos on foot, a genuinely thrilling experience, and the success rate is close to 100%, even on a day visit. In Murchison Falls National Park, boat trips along the Nile to the base of Murchison Falls often throw up good sightings of elephant and buffalo, as well as hippo, crocodile, giraffe and an array of aquatic birds. Lions are seen with some regularity on game drives north of the Nile, and while leopard encounters are more hit and miss – as they tend to be in most parts of Africa – you stand a fair chance of a sighting over 4 days in Murchison Falls. Elsewhere in Uganda, you stand a good chance of seeing lion, elephant and buffalo on any itinerary that includes Queen Elizabeth or Kidepo Valley National Parks. Leopards are present in both these parks, too, but sightings are erratic. Ziwa is the only place in Uganda (apart from zoos) where you can see rhinos, and while it is easily visited en route to Kidepo Valley, it does not combine with Queen Elizabeth on a 4-day safari.”

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What is the best time of the year for a trip in Uganda?

“Travel conditions in Uganda are best for safaris and rainforest hikes during the Dry seasons of June to August and December to February. The main Wet season, from March to May, should be avoided if at all possible. This is especially the case if you plan on tracking gorillas or chimps in the rainforest, as hiking conditions tend to be more challenging and unpleasant during the rains.”

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How much will this safari cost?

“The cheapest 4-day tours in Uganda cost US$750 to US$950 per person. These budget safaris typically use campsites or relatively basic accommodation, and focus on savannah destinations such as Murchison Falls, Ziwa, Queen Elizabeth, Kidepo Valley and Lake Mburo. More upmarket safaris that focus on the same destinations but use more luxurious accommodation typically work out at US$1,000 to US$1,500. Prices quoted by operators usually include park fees, accommodation, meals, transport, drivers and guides. Safari itineraries that include gorilla trekking in Bwindi or Mgahinga are invariably more expensive because operators need to incorporate the US$600 fee for a gorilla trekking permit. Budget 4-day gorilla trekking safaris using basic accommodation or campsites typically cost US$1,300 to US$1,500 per person, while midrange safaris tend to work out at US$1,800 to US$2,000. Upmarket safaris that use luxurious accommodation and/or domestic flights generally fall into the US$2,500 to US$4,500 price bracket.”

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Uganda Reviews

4.4/5 367 Reviews
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Mark Eveleigh  –  
United Kingdom UK

Mark is a travel writer who grew up in Africa and has written over 700 titles for Condé Nast Traveller, Travel Africa, BBC Wildlife and others.

Fantastic wildlife and some of the friendliest people in Africa make Uganda unbeatable
5/5

I spent a month travelling around Uganda with a self-drive, expedition-prepared Landcruiser and visited almost every national park in the country. Uganda was a revelation! I had not expected such a richness of wildlife or such great...

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Sue Watt  –  
United Kingdom UK

Sue is an award-winning writer who specializes in African travel and conservation. She writes for national newspapers, magazines, Rough Guides and Lonely Planet.

Great apes, great landscapes, great adventures
4/5

Most people understandably come to Uganda for its gorillas. Almost half of the world’s population of around 1,060 mountain gorillas lives in Uganda’s Bwindi Impenetrable and Mgahinga Gorilla national parks, and spending that precious...

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Levi Jacob Morris  –  
United States US
Reviewed: Apr 22, 2024
A country with a rich diversity of landscapes, people, and wildlife.
5/5

I explored Uganda for 12 days with Buyaga Safaris. The country is very diverse the culture, landscape, and wildlife can change a lot when traveling from one region to the next. The biggest highlights for myself as a wildlife photographer...

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Brooke  –  
United States US
Reviewed: Apr 9, 2024
Absolutely gorgeous with amazing wildlife and friendly people.
5/5

I booked a two day solo tour to Murchinson Falls National Park through Immersion . My guide Andrew was so friendly and knowledgeable. He picked me up at my Airbnb in Kampala and was an excellent driver on some very busy and rustic roads. We...

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Sandra  –  
Germany DE
Reviewed: Mar 31, 2024
Uganda has the most beautiful natural sceneries, the "big five" & a variety of birds
5/5

The safari with Yaneta was an amazing experience. If you want to see the big five, then Uganda's National parks such as Murchison Falls, Queen Elizabeth amongst others are the best places to visit and explore. Even birdlovers will be...

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Vickie  –  
United States US
Reviewed: Mar 27, 2024
Trip of a lifetime!
5/5

Ronnie with Dav Safaris was awesome. The people and weather was great. We always felt safe. Gorilla and chimpanzee trekking was amazing. We paid extra to spend time with the chimps that were less acclimated to people. Don’t do that...

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