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Your guide for organizing a trip to Uganda

Are you planning to come to Uganda soon? In green Uganda, travelers are greeted by the hospitable population with a generous smile. You shouldn’t bat an eye at bicycles loaded with bunches of bananas and soursops here, and calling out “Mzungu” (white person) is also a normal occurrence. Take a tour of Uganda, the pearl of Africa, with Choose Uganda Safaris. As specialists, we are happy to help you arrange your Uganda tour. On this page, you will find travel tips, inspiration, practical advice, and answers to the questions we hear most often. We also share stories from the road, local insights, and the latest news from Uganda.

Happy reading!

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Uganda Weather And Climate Guide

When planning your Uganda safari adventure, one of the first questions that comes to mind is: “What’s the weather like in Uganda” It’s an excellent question — because Uganda’s climate...


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Entry requirements for Uganda

Entry Requirements for Uganda Planning a trip to Uganda is an exciting adventure! But before you board your flight, you will need to make sure that you meet all the entry requirements for Uganda...


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7 Reasons Why it’s Time to Explore Uganda

Uganda is a country that feels both timeless and new — a destination still relatively undiscovered, yet firmly established for tourism and developing fast Known as the Pearl of Africa, Uganda...


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Gorilla Trekking Uganda: Should You Fly or Drive to Bwindi?

If you are planning a short gorilla trekking safari in Uganda, one of the first decisions to make is whether to fly or drive to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park — the home of Uganda’s famous...


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What are the gorilla trekking rules?

If you are planning a gorilla trekking safari in Uganda, there are likely many questions you may have around the dos and don’ts when encountering them in their natural habitat Mountain Gorillas are...


Discover what to pack and wear for your adventure with this Uganda Safari & Gorilla Trekking Packing List—stay comfortable, prepared, and adventure-ready.
Uganda Safari & Gorilla Trekking Packing List

Uganda safari & gorilla Tours: What to pack and wear Planning a safari or gorilla trekking trip to Uganda is an unforgettable experience Between exploring the wide-open savannas of Queen...


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Jungle Rafting on the Birira River – Uganda’s Hidden Adventure Near Bwindi

At Choose Uganda Safaris, we are always searching for new, exciting, and truly Ugandan experiences to offer our guests Uganda is blessed with countless natural wonders — from gorillas to crater...


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Visit Kasubi Tombs: Kampala’s Amazing Cultural Site

At Choose Uganda Safaris, we know that travellers visiting Africa are always looking for experiences that feel real, rare, and unforgettable Mountains, wildlife and beaches may excite the body,...


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10 Best Things to Do in Kampala, Uganda

Kampala is the capital city of Uganda, full of energy, color, and character It is constantly growing and changing, yet its many diverse neighborhoods still have a surprisingly village-like feel ...


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Guide To Uganda National Parks Fees & Permits 2026

Uganda National Parks Fees & Permits Planning a visit to Uganda’s national parks  Good news — exploring the country’s wilderness is more affordable than in neighboring Tanzania and Kenya...


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10 Best Value Lodges in Queen Elizabeth National Park

Queen Elizabeth National Park spans 1,978 km² of southwestern Uganda and is the country’s most visited safari destination Its popularity is partly due to its proximity to Uganda’s gorilla...


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Top 4 Lake Mburo National Park Lodges & Camps

Lake Mburo is Uganda’s smallest national park—only 260 km2—but it is full of life and adventure From peaceful lakes and golden savannahs to zebras, giraffes, hippos, buffalos, and even...


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10 Best Value Kibale National Park Lodges & Camps

Kibale National Park is a lush, green rainforest in western Uganda, covering 776 km² (77,600 hectares) It is located right next to Queen Elizabeth National Park, making it a great addition to any...


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7 Best Value Murchison Falls National Park Lodges & Camps

Uganda’s largest and oldest safari park, Murchison Falls National Park spans an area of 3,840km2 (384,000 hectares) It’s a top spot for seeing incredible wildlife and soaking up the magic of the...


Explore a 2 Day Gorilla Trekking Safari in Uganda from Kigali—scenic drives, crater lakes & close encounters with wild mountain gorillas
Gorilla Families In Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

Most visitors come to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park to see mountain gorillas The national park protects over half of the world’s remaining mountain gorillas These great apes live in family...


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Gorilla Habituation Experience in Bwindi Forest

Mountain gorilla trekking is one of Africa’s most unforgettable adventures, available only in Uganda, Rwanda, and Congo But Uganda offers something truly unique: the Gorilla Habituation...


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Combining Chimp and Gorilla Trekking

Deep in Uganda’s old rainforests is one of the most amazing wildlife adventures in Africa As you walk through the thick jungle, listening to birds and the sound of leaves, you may come face-to-face...


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Gorilla Trekking Photography Tips & Tricks

A Guide to Gorilla Photo Safaris In Uganda Imagine standing just a few steps away from a wild mountain gorilla in the green forests of Uganda— it is an experience you will never forget  Nature...


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Uganda vs Kenya Safari: Which Is Better?

East Africa is one of the best places in the world to see wild animals In Kenya, you can watch huge groups of animals like wildebeest and zebras during the Great Migration  In Uganda, you can walk...


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Uganda vs Rwanda Gorilla Trekking

Where to See Gorillas in Africa Gorilla trekking is an amazing wildlife experience where you can see gorillas up close in the wild  These great animals live only in a few African countries—mainly...


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