Luxury Uganda Safaris

Luxury Safaris In Uganda

Discover the best of Uganda with our Luxury Uganda Safaris. These trips are made for travelers who want comfort, adventure, and special experiences. You will travel in private cars, air transfers, or comfortable local transport with expert guides who know the country well. Stay in beautiful lodges, like Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, where you can enjoy nature without giving up comfort.

Take part in private activities like mountain gorilla trekking, wildlife safaris, and cultural visits, all at a relaxed pace so you can enjoy every moment. You will also enjoy more included meals, personal attention from guides, and unique experiences you can’t get anywhere else. Our Luxury Uganda Safaris give you the chance to explore Uganda in style, with comfort, privacy, and unforgettable memories.

Why Choose A Luxury Uganda Safari?

Uganda is a rising destination with many amazing experiences.

Luxury tourism is growing, and all main safari areas now have lodges and camps offering comfort and high-quality service. Scheduled and charter flights make it easy to travel around the country in style.

Gorilla trekking has long been a highlight of East African safaris, often added to Kenya or Tanzania trips. Today, Uganda can offer full luxury safari tours on its own, with private safaris, exclusive lodges, personal guides, and incredible wildlife in Bwindi, Murchison Falls, and Queen Elizabeth National Park.

Choosing Uganda for a luxury safari means seeing amazing wildlife, staying in top lodges, and enjoying a private, peaceful safari experience. It is one of the best places in East Africa for travelers seeking both adventure and comfort.

Luxury Uganda Safaris Packages

10 Days Uganda Fly-in Safari Tour

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$ 8,708

3 Days Luxury Fly-in Gorilla Safari

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$2,054

4 Days Fly-in Gorilla Trekking Safari

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$3,669

Accommodations On Uganda Luxury Safaris

Uganda’s luxury safari accommodations range from classic hotels with full modern amenities to intimate eco-lodges of 8–10 units designed in canvas and thatch for an authentic wilderness feel. These boutique lodges emphasize privacy, personalized service, and harmony with nature—often featuring private butlers, solar power, limited electricity, and Wi-Fi in communal areas. Guests can enjoy unique touches like on-request “bush showers,” blending sustainability with refined comfort in the heart of the wild.

Best Luxury Safari Lodges In Uganda

1. The River Station

The River Station sits on a hill above the Kazinga Channel in Queen Elizabeth area. You can see animals right from the lodge — even elephants walking by at breakfast! Guests can visit the Kyambura Reserve, see chimps, hyenas, and lions. When it’s hot, take a ride on Uganda’s first dhow and sail on the Kazinga Channel. Simple, stylish, and peaceful, The River Station and its sister Honey Bear Bush Camp are the only lodges in the Reserve, so it feels very private. Each room has a small plunge pool, and there’s a spa over a water hole.

2. Nile Safari Lodge

Nile Safari Lodge is one of the most luxurious lodges in Uganda, located on the southern bank of the Nile River in Murchison Falls National Park. It offers a peaceful stay close to nature with only eight private bandas, making it quiet and special. Each room is large, beautifully made of wood, and has a private deck with amazing river views—some even have outdoor showers under the stars. The Mzezi honeymoon banda is perfect for couples, with a small private pool and a star bed for sleeping outside. The Dunia suite is ideal for families or groups, fitting up to eight people and featuring its own pool and a big living room.

3. Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge

Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge is one of Uganda’s most special lodges, located in Nkuringo on the edge of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest at 2,100m above sea level. It offers stunning views of the Virunga Volcanoes and the Great Rift Valley. The lodge is close to the Nkuringo gorilla family, just about a 1.5-hour hike away, and other gorilla groups in Rushaga are also easy to reach with a short drive. Remote, peaceful, and beautifully designed, Clouds is Uganda’s first eco-tourism lodge built with support from USAID, AWF, and the local Nkuringo community.

4. Kibale Lodge

Kibale Lodge is a beautiful and luxurious place, just 30 minutes from Kibale National Park. It is a perfect base to explore Uganda’s nature. Guests can go chimpanzee tracking in the forest, hike in the Rwenzori Mountains, or relax with a spa treatment. The lodge is a mix of comfort and rustic charm, with a personal butler to help with everything. It has amazing views of the green Kabarole hills. As part of the Volcanoes Safari circuit, it helps protect the many primates in the area. Kibale Lodge is great for both first-time visitors and experienced travelers, offering adventure, nature, and comfort.

5. Mihingo Lodge

Mihingo Lodge is a top luxury lodge in Lake Mburo National Park, known for its peaceful setting, stunning views, and classic safari style. Built with wood, stone, and thatch, it blends into nature and has 12 unique tents with private verandas and bathrooms. Guests can relax by the infinity pool, enjoy meals with views of the wild, shop for local crafts, or get a massage in the forest. Activities include game drives, walking safaris, horseback rides, boat trips, and visits to local communities. Families are welcome, with nature programs for children, while adults can enjoy yoga or watch bushbabies at night.

6. No. 5 Boutique Hotel

No. 5 Boutique Hotel in Entebbe is a stylish and comfortable hotel, just 10 minutes from the airport. It offers 10 modern rooms and 5 apartments with air-conditioning, Wi-Fi, flatscreen TVs, and en-suite bathrooms, while apartments include kitchens and extra living space. The hotel features a restaurant, bar, spa, gym, and a spacious swimming pool. Perfect for families and travelers, it serves as a convenient base to explore Entebbe, Lake Victoria, the botanical gardens, wildlife centers, and nearby national parks.

FAQS About Luxury Uganda Safaris

1. What is included in luxury Uganda Safaris?

We offer all-inclusive luxury Uganda safari packages. Many of the top lodges in Uganda offer stays that include all meals, activities, drinks, and laundry. Some lodges even include a free massage to help you relax after a day in the forest or on the bumpy park roads. Check in advance for details of what is and isn’t included, to avoid any extra costs while on the trip. Tips are never included in the package, and they can add up. Many people help make your luxury safari special. Besides the lodge staff (this often includes a private butler and housekeeper) and your driver and guide, there are porters, park guides, and trackers to tip as well. We can suggest the recommended amounts, but a guideline for the guides is US$10 to US$15 per person per day.

2. Are gorillas the highlight of a Uganda luxury trip?

For most travelers, gorilla trekking is the highlight of a Uganda luxury safari. It is an unmissable experience and the main reason many people visit Uganda. In recent years, gorilla trekking has gained worldwide attention and is considered one of the top African travel experiences. Even budget travelers and backpackers are often willing to pay a higher price for this once-in-a-lifetime adventure.

Some visitors even choose to do two treks, as Uganda has many different gorilla groups, and each encounter is unique. The groups vary in composition—some have multiple silverbacks, while others have many babies. Uganda’s two gorilla trekking parks offer very different experiences: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is a dense rainforest, while Mgahinga Gorilla National Park’s gorillas are mostly found in the bamboo zone on the slopes of the Virunga Mountains.

3. Can you describe a typical day on a Uganda luxury safari?

The variety of habitats in Uganda makes for a rich and balanced safari, with game drives, boat trips, and forest hikes. There isn’t really a “typical” day, as it depends on the planned activities. In a savannah reserve, a day usually starts with a wake-up call before sunrise.

After a hot cup of coffee, you’ll head out to search for big cats and other predators. Mid-morning, you may return to the lodge for brunch and enjoy some rest during the midday heat, taking in the luxurious surroundings. In the afternoon, you might go out again for wildlife viewing on a drive or a boat trip.

Some days may include longer excursions to reach more distant wildlife areas. In forested areas, where chimpanzee and gorilla trekking are the main attractions, the day is different. You typically depart after breakfast for the trek and return for a late lunch. After a morning navigating slippery forest slopes, the afternoon is all about relaxing and enjoying your surroundings.

4. How much will this safari cost?

For a luxury safari in Uganda, you should budget between US$600 and US$1,000 per person per day. This is only an estimate, as most Uganda luxury tours are tailor-made and many factors affect the final cost. Some parks and lodges are very remote, requiring a mix of driving and fly-in transfers.

These exclusive locations, which avoid mass tourism, are part of the appeal but also increase the price. There can also be extra costs, such as tips for rangers and guides, and fees for optional activities. Typically, luxury safari packages include accommodations, park fees, transport, a tour guide, and three meals per day, with drinks sometimes included. Tips for guides are not included and can add up, with a general guideline of US$10 to US$15 per person per day—though on luxury safaris, some travelers tip even more.