When is the best time to visit East Africa for a safari?

The dry seasons (June–October and January–February) offer the best game viewing across East Africa. Gorilla trekking in Uganda and Rwanda is excellent year-round. The Great Migration peaks in Tanzania's Serengeti from July to September.

How much does a gorilla trekking safari in Uganda cost?

Gorilla trekking permits in Uganda cost $800 USD per person. Lavida Africa Safaris offers complete gorilla trekking packages including accommodation, transport, and guiding from competitive all-inclusive rates. Contact us for a personalised quote.

Do you offer customised safari itineraries?

Yes. Every Lavida Africa Safaris itinerary is tailor-made for each client. We design trips around your travel dates, group size, interests, fitness level, and budget — across Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, Congo, and Zanzibar.

Is it safe to travel to Uganda and East Africa?

Uganda and most of East Africa are safe for tourists. Lavida Africa Safaris monitors travel advisories closely and only operates in areas with a strong safety record. Our experienced guides accompany all guests throughout their trip.

What is included in your safari packages?

Our packages typically include airport transfers, accommodation (budget to luxury lodges), all meals, park entry fees, professional guide, and game drives or trekking activities. International flights and personal items are usually excluded. We provide a clear inclusions list for every itinerary.

Uganda Highlights Tour | Lavida Africa Safaris

Tour Overview

Explore Uganda’s finest attractions in just 7 days — from lush forests to wildlife-filled savannahs. This tour blends adventure, comfort, and cultural immersion with stays in premium lodges.

Destinations include Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, Kibale Forest, Queen Elizabeth National Park, and Lake Bunyonyi. Activities include gorilla trekking, chimpanzee tracking, game drives, cultural encounters, boat cruises, and scenic transfers across Uganda’s most iconic landscapes.

Tour Package Includes

Gorilla Trekking Permit ($800)
Chimpanzee Tracking Permit ($250)
4x4 Safari Vehicle + Professional Driver Guide
All Meals & Luxury Accommodation
Park Fees, Fuel & Drinking Water

Travel Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Kigali & Transfer to Bwindi

Meet your guide, enjoy a Kigali City Tour, then drive to Uganda’s Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. Dinner and overnight at a luxury lodge.

Day 2: Gorilla Trekking & Batwa Experience

Begin your trek through Bwindi to meet the mountain gorillas. Spend an hour with them, then enjoy an afternoon cultural visit to the Batwa community.

Day 3: Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park

Drive through the Ishasha region — home of the tree-climbing lions — and enter Queen Elizabeth NP.

Day 4: Game Drive & Kazinga Boat Cruise

Morning game drive through Kasenyi plains followed by a relaxing boat cruise along the hippo-rich Kazinga Channel.

Day 5: Transfer to Kibale & Bigodi Community Tour

Drive to Kibale Forest, home to 13 primate species. Visit Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary for a cultural encounter.

Day 6: Chimpanzee Trekking & Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi

Track chimpanzees in Kibale. After lunch, transfer to the scenic Lake Bunyonyi for relaxation.

Day 7: Boat Cruise & Return to Kigali

Enjoy a calm morning boat ride on Lake Bunyonyi. After lunch, transfer back to Kigali for your flight.

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7 Days Highlights Tour of Uganda