Uganda
Uganda
Uganda
The Pearl of Africa - a continent's wild heart
Uganda is a land of extraordinary contrasts — lush rainforests, sprawling savannahs, sparkling lakes and towering mountains. It’s where the gentle giants of the jungle meet vibrant cultures, where primates swing through ancient forests and the Nile roars through dramatic gorges.
Uganda invites you to explore nature in its purest form, from the rare mountain gorillas of Bwindi to the incredible wildlife of Queen Elizabeth National Park.
At Ubon Safari, we bring you immersive journeys that capture Uganda’s wild spirit and warm hospitality — making every moment unforgettable, whatever the season.
The Pearl of Africa - a continent's wild heart
Uganda is a land of extraordinary contrasts — lush rainforests, sprawling savannahs, sparkling lakes and towering mountains. It’s where the gentle giants of the jungle meet vibrant cultures, where primates swing through ancient forests and the Nile roars through dramatic gorges.
Uganda invites you to explore nature in its purest form, from the rare mountain gorillas of Bwindi to the incredible wildlife of Queen Elizabeth National Park.
At Ubon Safari, we bring you immersive journeys that capture Uganda’s wild spirit and warm hospitality — making every moment unforgettable, whatever the season.
The Pearl of Africa - a continent's wild heart
Uganda is a land of extraordinary contrasts — lush rainforests, sprawling savannahs, sparkling lakes and towering mountains. It’s where the gentle giants of the jungle meet vibrant cultures, where primates swing through ancient forests and the Nile roars through dramatic gorges.
Uganda invites you to explore nature in its purest form, from the rare mountain gorillas of Bwindi to the incredible wildlife of Queen Elizabeth National Park.
At Ubon Safari, we bring you immersive journeys that capture Uganda’s wild spirit and warm hospitality — making every moment unforgettable, whatever the season.
Why Uganda will capture your soul
Uganda is not just a destination; it’s a place that stays with you long after you leave. Its biodiversity is staggering, with more bird species than any other African country and some of the rarest primates on Earth.
The country’s welcoming people and rich cultural heritage add depth and meaning to every visit. Wildlife viewing is excellent year-round — the dry seasons offer easier game tracking while the green months bring lush landscapes and baby animals.
Uganda’s compact size means you can pack an astonishing range of experiences into one trip without feeling rushed or overwhelmed.
Why Uganda will capture your soul
Uganda is not just a destination; it’s a place that stays with you long after you leave. Its biodiversity is staggering, with more bird species than any other African country and some of the rarest primates on Earth.
The country’s welcoming people and rich cultural heritage add depth and meaning to every visit. Wildlife viewing is excellent year-round — the dry seasons offer easier game tracking while the green months bring lush landscapes and baby animals.
Uganda’s compact size means you can pack an astonishing range of experiences into one trip without feeling rushed or overwhelmed.
Why Uganda will capture your soul
Uganda is not just a destination; it’s a place that stays with you long after you leave. Its biodiversity is staggering, with more bird species than any other African country and some of the rarest primates on Earth.
The country’s welcoming people and rich cultural heritage add depth and meaning to every visit. Wildlife viewing is excellent year-round — the dry seasons offer easier game tracking while the green months bring lush landscapes and baby animals.
Uganda’s compact size means you can pack an astonishing range of experiences into one trip without feeling rushed or overwhelmed.
Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
Home of the mountain gorillas
Bwindi is one of Africa’s most extraordinary places — a dense, ancient rainforest teeming with life and mystery. It’s famous as the sanctuary for nearly half of the world’s remaining mountain gorillas. Trekking to see these gentle giants in their natural habitat is an experience like no other — humbling, thrilling and deeply moving.
The forest is also home to chimpanzees, golden monkeys and hundreds of bird species, making it a paradise for wildlife lovers and birders alike.
Best for: Gorilla trekking, primate watching, rainforest immersion.
When to go: Year-round; June–September and December–February offer the best trekking conditions.
Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
Home of the mountain gorillas
Bwindi is one of Africa’s most extraordinary places — a dense, ancient rainforest teeming with life and mystery. It’s famous as the sanctuary for nearly half of the world’s remaining mountain gorillas. Trekking to see these gentle giants in their natural habitat is an experience like no other — humbling, thrilling and deeply moving.
The forest is also home to chimpanzees, golden monkeys and hundreds of bird species, making it a paradise for wildlife lovers and birders alike.
Best for: Gorilla trekking, primate watching, rainforest immersion.
When to go: Year-round; June–September and December–February offer the best trekking conditions.
Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
Home of the mountain gorillas
Bwindi is one of Africa’s most extraordinary places — a dense, ancient rainforest teeming with life and mystery. It’s famous as the sanctuary for nearly half of the world’s remaining mountain gorillas. Trekking to see these gentle giants in their natural habitat is an experience like no other — humbling, thrilling and deeply moving.
The forest is also home to chimpanzees, golden monkeys and hundreds of bird species, making it a paradise for wildlife lovers and birders alike.
Best for: Gorilla trekking, primate watching, rainforest immersion.
When to go: Year-round; June–September and December–February offer the best trekking conditions.
Queen Elizabeth National Park
Diverse landscapes and wildlife richness
Queen Elizabeth National Park offers an incredible mix of savannah, wetlands, forest and crater lakes. It’s home to lions that climb trees, hippos lounging in the Kazinga Channel, elephants roaming the open plains and countless bird species that colour the skies.
Boat cruises, game drives, chimpanzee trekking and community visits all make for a rich and varied safari experience. The park is accessible year-round, with dry seasons best for game spotting and green seasons revealing the park’s lush beauty.
Best for: Big game, boat cruises, birdwatching, chimp trekking.
When to go: June–September and December–February for dry season; March–May and October–November for green season.
Queen Elizabeth National Park
Diverse landscapes and wildlife richness
Queen Elizabeth National Park offers an incredible mix of savannah, wetlands, forest and crater lakes. It’s home to lions that climb trees, hippos lounging in the Kazinga Channel, elephants roaming the open plains and countless bird species that colour the skies.
Boat cruises, game drives, chimpanzee trekking and community visits all make for a rich and varied safari experience. The park is accessible year-round, with dry seasons best for game spotting and green seasons revealing the park’s lush beauty.
Best for: Big game, boat cruises, birdwatching, chimp trekking.
When to go: June–September and December–February for dry season; March–May and October–November for green season.
Queen Elizabeth National Park
Diverse landscapes and wildlife richness
Queen Elizabeth National Park offers an incredible mix of savannah, wetlands, forest and crater lakes. It’s home to lions that climb trees, hippos lounging in the Kazinga Channel, elephants roaming the open plains and countless bird species that colour the skies.
Boat cruises, game drives, chimpanzee trekking and community visits all make for a rich and varied safari experience. The park is accessible year-round, with dry seasons best for game spotting and green seasons revealing the park’s lush beauty.
Best for: Big game, boat cruises, birdwatching, chimp trekking.
When to go: June–September and December–February for dry season; March–May and October–November for green season.
Murchison Falls National Park
Power, wildlife and the Nile’s roar
Murchison Falls is a dramatic spectacle where the Nile forces its way through a narrow gorge, creating one of Africa’s most powerful waterfalls. The park’s vast savannahs and riverine forests shelter elephants, buffalo, giraffe, lions and rare Rothschild’s giraffes.
A boat safari along the Nile offers close views of hippos, crocodiles and abundant birdlife. Murchison Falls is a year-round safari destination, with dry seasons providing the best wildlife concentrations and green seasons showcasing vibrant scenery.
Best for: Waterfalls, boat safaris, big game.
When to go: December–February and June–August dry seasons for best game viewing; March–May and September–November green seasons for lush landscapes.
Murchison Falls National Park
Power, wildlife and the Nile’s roar
Murchison Falls is a dramatic spectacle where the Nile forces its way through a narrow gorge, creating one of Africa’s most powerful waterfalls. The park’s vast savannahs and riverine forests shelter elephants, buffalo, giraffe, lions and rare Rothschild’s giraffes.
A boat safari along the Nile offers close views of hippos, crocodiles and abundant birdlife. Murchison Falls is a year-round safari destination, with dry seasons providing the best wildlife concentrations and green seasons showcasing vibrant scenery.
Best for: Waterfalls, boat safaris, big game.
When to go: December–February and June–August dry seasons for best game viewing; March–May and September–November green seasons for lush landscapes.
Murchison Falls National Park
Power, wildlife and the Nile’s roar
Murchison Falls is a dramatic spectacle where the Nile forces its way through a narrow gorge, creating one of Africa’s most powerful waterfalls. The park’s vast savannahs and riverine forests shelter elephants, buffalo, giraffe, lions and rare Rothschild’s giraffes.
A boat safari along the Nile offers close views of hippos, crocodiles and abundant birdlife. Murchison Falls is a year-round safari destination, with dry seasons providing the best wildlife concentrations and green seasons showcasing vibrant scenery.
Best for: Waterfalls, boat safaris, big game.
When to go: December–February and June–August dry seasons for best game viewing; March–May and September–November green seasons for lush landscapes.
Kibale Forest National Park
Chimpanzees and primate paradise
Kibale is Uganda’s primate capital, renowned for some of the best chimpanzee trekking in Africa. The lush tropical forest supports a diversity of primates including baboons, colobus monkeys and blue monkeys, alongside rich birdlife.
Walking safaris here are a highlight – intimate, exciting and full of discovery. Kibale’s accessibility and biodiversity make it an essential stop on any Uganda safari.
Best for: Chimp trekking, birdwatching, forest walks.
When to go: Year-round, with the dry season June–September and December–February best for trekking.
Kibale Forest National Park
Chimpanzees and primate paradise
Kibale is Uganda’s primate capital, renowned for some of the best chimpanzee trekking in Africa. The lush tropical forest supports a diversity of primates including baboons, colobus monkeys and blue monkeys, alongside rich birdlife.
Walking safaris here are a highlight – intimate, exciting and full of discovery. Kibale’s accessibility and biodiversity make it an essential stop on any Uganda safari.
Best for: Chimp trekking, birdwatching, forest walks.
When to go: Year-round, with the dry season June–September and December–February best for trekking.
Kibale Forest National Park
Chimpanzees and primate paradise
Kibale is Uganda’s primate capital, renowned for some of the best chimpanzee trekking in Africa. The lush tropical forest supports a diversity of primates including baboons, colobus monkeys and blue monkeys, alongside rich birdlife.
Walking safaris here are a highlight – intimate, exciting and full of discovery. Kibale’s accessibility and biodiversity make it an essential stop on any Uganda safari.
Best for: Chimp trekking, birdwatching, forest walks.
When to go: Year-round, with the dry season June–September and December–February best for trekking.
Semuliki National Park
Tropical rainforest and hot springs
Semuliki offers a unique experience in Uganda — a vast tropical rainforest with rare bird species, hot springs, and traditional Batwa (Pygmy) communities. Its remote location means it’s less visited, perfect for travellers seeking off-the-beaten-track adventures.
The park’s biodiversity and cultural richness shine throughout the year, with wildlife viewing better during drier months.
Best for: Birding, cultural tours, rainforest hiking.
When to go: December–February and June–September dry seasons for best access.
Semuliki National Park
Tropical rainforest and hot springs
Semuliki offers a unique experience in Uganda — a vast tropical rainforest with rare bird species, hot springs, and traditional Batwa (Pygmy) communities. Its remote location means it’s less visited, perfect for travellers seeking off-the-beaten-track adventures.
The park’s biodiversity and cultural richness shine throughout the year, with wildlife viewing better during drier months.
Best for: Birding, cultural tours, rainforest hiking.
When to go: December–February and June–September dry seasons for best access.
Semuliki National Park
Tropical rainforest and hot springs
Semuliki offers a unique experience in Uganda — a vast tropical rainforest with rare bird species, hot springs, and traditional Batwa (Pygmy) communities. Its remote location means it’s less visited, perfect for travellers seeking off-the-beaten-track adventures.
The park’s biodiversity and cultural richness shine throughout the year, with wildlife viewing better during drier months.
Best for: Birding, cultural tours, rainforest hiking.
When to go: December–February and June–September dry seasons for best access.
Lake Mburo National Park
Intimate wildlife and rolling hills
Lake Mburo is a smaller park with a big personality. Known for its beautiful rolling hills, acacia woodlands and wetlands, it’s home to zebra, impala, eland and hippos. Boat trips on Lake Mburo, guided walks and game drives offer a close-up safari experience with fewer crowds.
It’s a wonderful destination to combine with other Ugandan parks for a balanced safari.
Best for: Walking safaris, boat trips, intimate wildlife encounters.
When to go: Year-round, with dry seasons best for game viewing.
THE NILE RIVER
Africa’s legendary waterway at its wildest
The Nile in Uganda is a river of contrasts - at times wide and serene, at others a churning rush of rapids and waterfalls. Rising from the north shore of Lake Victoria, it begins its epic journey here, flowing through lush riverine forests, papyrus wetlands, and open savannah on its way to the Mediterranean.
It’s a place where adventure meets raw beauty. You can trace its calmer stretches by boat, watching for hippos, crocodiles, and a dazzling variety of birdlife, or feel its power on white-water rafting expeditions through world-class rapids. Along its banks, traditional fishing villages offer a glimpse into the daily life that has revolved around this river for centuries.
Best for: River cruises, white-water rafting, birdwatching, cultural encounters.
When to go: Year-round; June–September and December–February for best weather.
THE NILE RIVER
Africa’s legendary waterway at its wildest
The Nile in Uganda is a river of contrasts - at times wide and serene, at others a churning rush of rapids and waterfalls. Rising from the north shore of Lake Victoria, it begins its epic journey here, flowing through lush riverine forests, papyrus wetlands, and open savannah on its way to the Mediterranean.
It’s a place where adventure meets raw beauty. You can trace its calmer stretches by boat, watching for hippos, crocodiles, and a dazzling variety of birdlife, or feel its power on white-water rafting expeditions through world-class rapids. Along its banks, traditional fishing villages offer a glimpse into the daily life that has revolved around this river for centuries.
Best for: River cruises, white-water rafting, birdwatching, cultural encounters.
When to go: Year-round; June–September and December–February for best weather.
THE NILE RIVER
Africa’s legendary waterway at its wildest
The Nile in Uganda is a river of contrasts - at times wide and serene, at others a churning rush of rapids and waterfalls. Rising from the north shore of Lake Victoria, it begins its epic journey here, flowing through lush riverine forests, papyrus wetlands, and open savannah on its way to the Mediterranean.
It’s a place where adventure meets raw beauty. You can trace its calmer stretches by boat, watching for hippos, crocodiles, and a dazzling variety of birdlife, or feel its power on white-water rafting expeditions through world-class rapids. Along its banks, traditional fishing villages offer a glimpse into the daily life that has revolved around this river for centuries.
Best for: River cruises, white-water rafting, birdwatching, cultural encounters.
When to go: Year-round; June–September and December–February for best weather.
Planning your trip
Seasons at a glance
- December–February and June–September (Dry seasons): Ideal for trekking, game drives, and easy wildlife spotting
- March–May and October–November (Green seasons): Lush scenery, fewer tourists, excellent birdwatching and primate activity
Uganda is a genuine year-round destination where every season brings unique wildlife and cultural rewards.
Quick travel tips:
- Check with your local embassy for visa requirements
- Always drink bottled or purified water
- Mobile signal is good in most towns and safari areas
- Wi-Fi is available in lodges, but limited in remote camps
- Travel insurance is essential — and inform your bank if using cards abroad
- Tipping is customary — ask us for current advice
- Respect local customs and seek permission before photographing people
- Support conservation by avoiding wildlife products
This is your Uganda
Let’s create something extraordinary
From the misty mountains where gorillas roam to the vibrant lakes and savannahs below, Uganda is a land of rare beauty and profound experiences.
Ubon Safari is here to craft your perfect journey — one that touches your heart and awakens your spirit. Let’s bring Uganda’s wonders to life for you.
Planning your trip
Seasons at a glance
- December–February and June–September (Dry seasons): Ideal for trekking, game drives, and easy wildlife spotting
- March–May and October–November (Green seasons): Lush scenery, fewer tourists, excellent birdwatching and primate activity
Uganda is a genuine year-round destination where every season brings unique wildlife and cultural rewards.
Quick travel tips:
- Check with your local embassy for visa requirements
- Always drink bottled or purified water
- Mobile signal is good in most towns and safari areas
- Wi-Fi is available in lodges, but limited in remote camps
- Travel insurance is essential — and inform your bank if using cards abroad
- Tipping is customary — ask us for current advice
- Respect local customs and seek permission before photographing people
- Support conservation by avoiding wildlife products
This is your Uganda
Let’s create something extraordinary
From the misty mountains where gorillas roam to the vibrant lakes and savannahs below, Uganda is a land of rare beauty and profound experiences.
Ubon Safari is here to craft your perfect journey — one that touches your heart and awakens your spirit. Let’s bring Uganda’s wonders to life for you.
Planning your trip
Seasons at a glance
- December–February and June–September (Dry seasons): Ideal for trekking, game drives, and easy wildlife spotting
- March–May and October–November (Green seasons): Lush scenery, fewer tourists, excellent birdwatching and primate activity
Uganda is a genuine year-round destination where every season brings unique wildlife and cultural rewards.
Quick travel tips:
- Check with your local embassy for visa requirements
- Always drink bottled or purified water
- Mobile signal is good in most towns and safari areas
- Wi-Fi is available in lodges, but limited in remote camps
- Travel insurance is essential — and inform your bank if using cards abroad
- Tipping is customary — ask us for current advice
- Respect local customs and seek permission before photographing people
- Support conservation by avoiding wildlife products
This is your Uganda
Let’s create something extraordinary
From the misty mountains where gorillas roam to the vibrant lakes and savannahs below, Uganda is a land of rare beauty and profound experiences.
Ubon Safari is here to craft your perfect journey — one that touches your heart and awakens your spirit. Let’s bring Uganda’s wonders to life for you.
