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Many travel to Uganda to catch sight of the mystical, mountain gorillas living in the dense forests. Yet Uganda’s attractions don’t stop there. The hippo-filled rivers, abundant birdlife, serene lakes and villages filled with enthusiastic locals consistently capture the attention, imagination and hearts of travellers worldwide.
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Africa Encompassed Northbound

Chimp, Uganda
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60 days
Basix
  • USD $4,940
    CAD $4,695
    AUD $4,540
    EUR €3,460
    GBP £2,880
    NZD $5,795
    ZAR R37,640
    CHF FR4,255
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  • USD $3,450
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  • USD $8,390*
    CAD $8,044*
    AUD $7,841*
    EUR €5,868*
    GBP £4,984*
    NZD $9,935*
    ZAR R61,634*
    CHF FR6,983*
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Vic Falls to Gorillas

Baby gorilla swinging on a branch
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39 days
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  • USD $3,150
    CAD $3,000
    AUD $2,895
    EUR €2,210
    GBP £1,835
    NZD $3,705
    ZAR R24,000
    CHF FR2,715
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  • USD $2,710
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  • USD $5,860*
    CAD $5,631*
    AUD $5,488*
    EUR €4,101*
    GBP £3,488*
    NZD $6,957*
    ZAR R42,848*
    CHF FR4,858*
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Gorillas to Vic Falls

kenya africa elephant trunk
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39 days
Basix
  • USD $3,210
    CAD $3,055
    AUD $2,950
    EUR €2,250
    GBP £1,870
    NZD $3,780
    ZAR R24,460
    CHF FR2,765
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  • USD $2,745
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  • USD $5,955*
    CAD $5,720*
    AUD $5,576*
    EUR €4,166*
    GBP £3,544*
    NZD $7,074*
    ZAR R43,551*
    CHF FR4,936*
    *     Total price tool tip

Africa Encompassed Southbound

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60 days
Basix
  • USD $4,920
    CAD $4,680
    AUD $4,520
    EUR €3,465
    GBP £2,865
    NZD $5,790
    ZAR R37,475
    CHF FR4,245
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  • USD $3,455
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  • USD $8,375*
    CAD $8,034*
    AUD $7,826*
    EUR €5,876*
    GBP £4,972*
    NZD $9,936*
    ZAR R61,504*
    CHF FR6,977*
    *     Total price tool tip
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Highlights


Festivals and Events

Happy school children at Christmas

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  • For Ugandan Christians, Christmas Day is a time of holy reverence and family get-togethers. Most Ugandan’s dress up in their finest attire, go to church for a long service and spend the afternoon and evening eating beef. With many Ugandan’s living simple lives, eating beef is a rare pleasure reserved for Christmas.
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Intrepid has no control over changes made to festival and event dates and activities. Note that some Intrepid trips which include an event as part of their itinerary, may be surcharged. Where festivals or events are not included as part of an Intrepid trip, all costs associated with the event will need to be paid for by the client. Please check before booking your Intrepid trip that it does match up with key festival or event dates.

Uganda's Top Picks

Close up of Gorilla in Ugandian National ParkLeopard sits and keeps a watchful eye on his surroundingsTired looking lion posing for the camera in Ugandian National Park
 
Uganda is also known as the 'Pearl of Africa'
 

Top 10 Amazing Animals of Uganda

  1. Mountain Gorilla: Be transfixed by the wonder and majesty of Uganda’s highly endangered mountain gorillas. The challenging trek through the steamy jungle of the Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is all worth it once you’re beholding these beautiful beings.
  2. African Elephant: Population numbers of the mighty African Elephant continue to grow in Uganda’s nature reserves and national parks. Catching sight of one of these brilliant beasts while on a game drive is a truly breathtaking experience.
  3. Black and White Colobus Monkey: These curious creatures are fond of grunting, roaring and croaking – so they aren’t hard to find. Look for their white faces in the treetops while walking in Uganda’s national parks.
  4. Black Rhinoceros: Although critically endangered, it’s still possible to see black rhinos in the Ugandan wild. Conservation projects have gone a long way in seeing the population numbers improve so with luck, you’ll spot a couple while on a game viewing safari.
  5. Leopard: These stealthy predators are relatively difficult to spot as they are masters of staying silent and blending in with the scenery. Watching a leopard stalk prey is a tense, exciting and riveting experience.
  6. Lion: There is simply nothing more thrilling than casting your eye on a pride of regal lions. Whether they are lying in the sun or going in for the kill, lions are captivating creatures to watch.
  7. Hippopotamus: Hippos are synonymous with the African bush. Spot them lurking underwater and basking on the riverbanks along the rivers and channels of Uganda.
  8. Chimpanzee: It’s fun to watch cheeky chimps swinging and playing in unadulterated bliss in the trees of Uganda’s forests.
  9. Golden Cat: You’ll be lucky to catch a glimpse of this famously elusive feline. The African Golden Cat is a solitary creature, which favours living alone in the tropical and cloud forests of Africa. If you’re lucky enough to see one, count your blessings as they are simply remarkable.
  10. Ostrich: These flightless feathered friends are commonly found in the savanna of Northern Uganda. Be amazed at their size and impressive plumage, as well as their remarkable ability to run at top speed.

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Uganda at a glance

  • 24
  • Kampala (population 773,463)
  • 34.6 million
  • Swahili, English, Ganda
  • UGX
  • (GMT+03:00) Nairobi
  • Type G (Irish/British 3-pin)
  • +256

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