Track gorillas, chimpanzees, and tree-climbing lions across Uganda's most spectacular national parks on this 12-day wildlife journey.
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Uganda is known as one of the most stunning countries in Africa, and with good reason. On this Uganda small group tour we visit some of its most beautiful areas in search of incredible wildlife, much of which has long since disappeared from the rest of the continent. From the bustling capital Kampala, we see the source of the Nile and then head north via Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary to Murchison Falls National Park to search for elephant, lion and buffalo on game drives, then search for chimpanzees in the Kibale Forest. From there we head to the spectacular Queen Elizabeth National Park, with its plains, forest, swamps and lakes – a wide diversity of landscapes means that wildlife viewing here is varied. But the highlight of this trip is perhaps one of the highlights of all of Africa – tracking a family of gorillas in their natural habitat through the forests of Bwindi National Park. Make no mistake; this is a truly astonishing wildlife experience that will leave you lost for words.
Primates of Uganda
Drawn from the full tour dossier — the standout days, encounters and views our specialists keep coming back to.
The highlights
On foot with a local ranger guide, spend approximately 1.5 hours tracking rhinos at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary. This is a ground-level encounter unlike any vehicle-based game viewing, bringing you face to face with one of Africa's most iconic animals.
An early game drive on the northern Nile bank in an open-roof vehicle reveals elephant, lion, cape buffalo, giraffe, and antelope. An afternoon cruise upstream to the base of the falls adds sightings of hippos, crocodiles, and birdlife including the rare shoebill stork, before a visit to the top of the falls where the Nile plunges 43 metres through the Rift Valley escarpment.
En route south to Fort Portal, the tour stops at the Toro King's palace to learn about Batooro culture and visit the royal burial grounds. This cultural detour offers a rare insight into Uganda's living royal heritage.
An expert guide leads the trek through tropical rainforest in Kibale Forest National Park in search of wild chimpanzees, red-tailed monkeys, and black and white colobus monkeys. The experience requires long sleeves, trousers, and robust walking boots for the forest terrain.
An afternoon cruise on the Kazinga Channel in Queen Elizabeth National Park brings views of buffalo, hippo, and European migratory birds against the backdrop of the Rwenzori Mountains. The day also includes a visit to the Lake Katwe community.
A transfer to Kyambura Gorge is followed by a chimpanzee trek briefing and tracking session through this dramatic forested ravine within Queen Elizabeth National Park. The afternoon is free or available for an optional game drive.
Trip highlights for Primates of Uganda
Full itinerary · 12 days
Reserve your place with a £1,650 per-person deposit; the balance is due 70 days before departure. Prefer your own space? A single room is available on every departure.
Our departures are guaranteed to run. We never cancel a confirmed tour.
| Departs | Returns | Status | Price pp | Single supp. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Dec 2026 | 13 Dec 2026 | Available | £5,495 | +£645 | Contact for availability |
| 19 Feb 2027 | 2 Mar 2027 | Guaranteed | £5,495 | +£645 | Book now |
| 5 Jul 2027 | 16 Jul 2027 | Guaranteed | £5,495 | +£645 | Book now |
| 1 Dec 2027 | 12 Dec 2027 | Guaranteed | £5,495 | +£645 | Book now |
| 10 Jul 2028 | 21 Jul 2028 | Guaranteed | £5,495 | +£645 | Book now |
| 12 Dec 2028 | 23 Dec 2028 | Guaranteed | £5,495 | +£645 | Book now |
Every one of our Uganda journeys can be rebuilt around your dates, pace and interests — or we’ll design something entirely new.
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We follow the travel advice issued by the UK’s Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO). You can view the latest guidance here UK Foreign Travel Advice. There are currently no warnings against travel to the areas of Uganda visited on this tour. We monitor official advice continuously and will contact clients directly if any updates affect their trip. Non-British nationals should check the latest advice issued by their own government.
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Common questions
Maximum 12 travellers — that's the cap on every Undiscovered Destinations small-group tour. Small enough to eat in a local family home; large enough to share the wonder with other like-minded travellers.
Yes, solo travellers are welcome on every small-group tour. A private single room is offered on every trip, with the single-room supplement listed alongside the departure price. If you’d rather share, you can opt for a twin room with another solo traveller of the same gender. Around 60% of UD travellers come solo, so you’ll be in good company.
Fitness requirements vary by itinerary, from gentle to demanding. The day-by-day tour dossier sets out walking distances, terrain and any altitude so you know what to expect. If you have specific concerns, speak to our team before booking — they can talk you through a typical day.
The next available departures are 2 December 2026; 19 February 2027; 5 July 2027. See the "Choose your departure" table further up the page for the full schedule and per-departure pricing.
Yes. Departures marked Guaranteed on this page run whether one traveller books or twelve. We never cancel a confirmed tour for lack of numbers, so you can book flights and time off around it with confidence.
Included items vary by tour — see the full list above. On this trip, expect: Arrival and departure transfers; Overland transport throughout with professional driver; All accommodation; and more. International flights and travel insurance are not included.
This tour visits Uganda. Each destination has its own page with practical information, climate, and the attractions our specialists recommend — linked from the itinerary above.
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