Wander & Wonder Tours · Uganda Wildlife Safari
Uganda Wildlife
Safari Tours 2026
Game drives across open savannah. A Nile cruise beneath the world's most powerful waterfall. Tree-climbing lions asleep in ancient fig trees. Uganda's wildlife parks are Africa's best-kept secret — we'll show you all of it.
10
National Parks
Covered
Covered
1,080+
Bird Species
in Uganda
in Uganda
99%
Wildlife
Encounter Rate
Encounter Rate
From $380
Safari Packages
Available
Available
The Pearl of Africa
Africa's Most Diverse Safari Destination, Without the Crowds
Uganda is not a country you arrive at for one experience. It is a country where each hour of driving delivers something entirely unexpected — a herd of Rothschild's giraffes crossing the horizon at sunrise, a pod of two hundred hippos yawning in unison along the Kazinga Channel, or a pride of lions reclining in the canopy of fig trees in the Ishasha sector, fifty feet above the ground.
At Wander & Wonder Tours, our wildlife safaris are built for travellers who demand more than a checkbox experience. Every itinerary is crafted by expert local guides with decades of field knowledge, delivered in purpose-fitted 4×4 safari vehicles, and supported by our team around the clock — from first contact to the moment your return flight departs.
Whether you are seeking a dramatic three-day introduction to Murchison Falls or a comprehensive ten-day circuit of Uganda's finest parks, we design every safari with the same meticulous attention to timing, wildlife behaviour, accommodation quality, and the small details that transform a good holiday into a life-defining journey.
"Uganda is home to more species of mammals, birds, and primates than any country of comparable size in Africa — and fewer than 2% of the continent's safari visitors have discovered it."
Why Choose Uganda
Seven Reasons Uganda Belongs
on Your Safari List
Beyond the famous gorilla treks, Uganda's savannah parks, Nile waterways, and crater lakes form one of Africa's most complete and rewarding wildlife circuits.
01 — DIVERSITY
Big 5 Wildlife Across Multiple Parks
Uganda hosts lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and hippopotamus across its national parks. Murchison Falls alone harbours one of Africa's densest elephant populations, while Queen Elizabeth is home to over 95 mammal species including the rare tree-climbing lions of Ishasha.
01
02 — EXCLUSIVITY
No Crowds. Pure Wilderness.
Unlike the Masai Mara or Serengeti, Uganda's parks receive a fraction of annual visitors. You will often have entire stretches of savannah entirely to your vehicle, watching wildlife behave naturally, undisturbed by the convoys found elsewhere in East Africa.
02
03 — THE NILE
The World's Mightiest River as Your Safari Backdrop
The Murchison Falls Nile cruise is one of Africa's great wildlife experiences. You travel upstream through hippo pods, elephants drinking at the bank, Nile crocodiles, and over 450 bird species — culminating beneath the most powerful waterfall on earth, where the entire Nile forces through a 7-metre gorge.
03
04 — BIRDING
1,080+ Bird Species — Africa's #1 Birding Destination
Uganda is officially Africa's premier birding destination by species count. Every safari includes extraordinary birding: the prehistoric Shoebill Stork in Mabamba swamp, the Grey Crowned Crane (Uganda's national bird), the African Green Broadbill, and 24 Albertine Rift endemics found nowhere else on earth.
04
05 — PRIMATES
Add Chimpanzee Tracking to Any Safari
Kibale Forest National Park contains the highest concentration of primates in Africa and the world's finest chimpanzee tracking experience. Our combined wildlife and primate safaris allow you to witness big game on the savannah in the morning and sit with wild chimpanzees in ancient rainforest by afternoon.
05
06 — LANDSCAPE
Crater Lakes, Savannah, Rainforest & Nile Delta
No other country in Africa packs such geological and ecological variety into one territory. From the volcanic crater lakes of Queen Elizabeth, to the ancient rain forests of Kibale, to the remote semi-arid savannah of Kidepo — Uganda's landscapes are as extraordinary as its wildlife.
06
Safari Packages 2026
10 Wildlife Safari Packages —
Weekend Breaks to Grand Circuits
Every Wander & Wonder safari is fully guided, fully supported, and tailored to your travel style. Midrange and luxury lodge options available on all itineraries.
Best Seller
Murchison Falls Classic Wildlife Safari
Park
Murchison Falls National Park — Uganda's largest national park & most iconic safari destination
Highlights
Game drives (lion, elephant, giraffe, buffalo, leopard) · Nile launch cruise to the falls · Murchison Falls viewpoint hike · Delta birding · Sunrise game drive
Best For
First-time safari visitors · Short-break travellers · Couples & solo adventurers
Queen Elizabeth Tree-Climbing Lion Safari
Park
Queen Elizabeth National Park — Ishasha Sector & Kazinga Channel
Highlights
Ishasha tree-climbing lions (one of only two places on earth) · Kazinga Channel hippo & elephant cruise · Crater lakes circuit · 600+ bird species
Best For
Wildlife enthusiasts seeking truly rare sightings · Photographers · Birders
Kidepo Valley Remote Wilderness Safari
Park
Kidepo Valley National Park — Uganda's most remote and dramatic wilderness
Highlights
Cheetah · Lion · Elephant · Eland · Rothschild's giraffe · Ostriches · Karamajong cultural village · Remote fly-in option available
Best For
Travellers seeking absolute exclusivity — zero crowds, Africa's most undiscovered safari landscape
Ziwa Rhino Ranch & Murchison Falls Safari
Unique Feature
Rhino tracking on foot at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary — Uganda's only wild rhino population, reintroduced after decades of extinction
Highlights
White rhino on foot · Murchison Falls game drives · Nile launch cruise · Shoebill stork search at the delta · Overnight in the park
Best For
Conservation-minded travellers · Those seeking the full Big 5 experience in Uganda
Lake Mburo Zebra & Antelope Safari
Park
Lake Mburo National Park — Uganda's closest park to Kampala (4 hrs drive)
Highlights
Burchell's zebra · Impala · Eland · Topi · Horse riding safari through the park · Lake boat ride · Walking safari with armed guide
Best For
Weekend getaway from Kampala · First-time safari visitors · Families and couples wanting a compact, accessible wildlife break
Uganda Big 5 — All Parks Grand Safari
Parks
Queen Elizabeth NP · Murchison Falls NP · Lake Mburo NP · Kibale Forest NP — with optional Bwindi gorilla trek extension
Highlights
Lion · Elephant · Buffalo · Leopard · Hippo · Tree-climbing lions · Nile boat cruise · Chimp trek · Kazinga Channel · Crater lakes
Best For
Travellers with 7–10 days wanting the complete Uganda safari experience across all major ecosystems
Photography
Uganda Wildlife Photography Safari
Designed For
Wildlife photographers wanting optimal light, ideal positioning, and maximum diversity of subjects across Uganda's finest landscapes
Highlights
Dedicated golden hour game drives · Murchison Nile delta birds at dawn · Queen Elizabeth Ishasha tree lions · Bwindi forest light · Expert photography naturalist guide
Special Features
Pop-roof 4×4 vehicle for standing shots · Expert photography guide · Flexible daily scheduling around best light conditions · Gorilla trek option available
Family
Family Wildlife Safari Uganda
Best For
Families with children of all ages — wildlife safaris are suitable for all; gorilla trekking for guests aged 15 and above
Highlights
Murchison Falls game drives · Nile launch cruise · Rhino tracking at Ziwa · Lake Mburo horse riding safari · Nature walks with expert naturalist
Family Extras
Child-friendly guides · Family room lodges · Flexible pacing · Educational wildlife notes for children
Luxury
Luxury Uganda Wildlife Safari — Private
Lodges
Pakuba Safari Lodge (Murchison) · Mweya Safari Lodge (Queen Elizabeth) · Apoka Safari Lodge (Kidepo) — Uganda's finest safari properties
Highlights
Dedicated private vehicle · Expert senior naturalist guide · Fly-in option between parks · Exclusive sunrise game drives · Guided sundowner rituals · Private dining arrangements
Service Level
Fully private · No shared vehicles or group schedules · Itinerary adaptable daily to your preferences
Uganda & Kenya Safari Combo — Mara & Bwindi
Countries
Uganda (Bwindi gorilla trek + Murchison Falls) combined with Kenya (Masai Mara — Great Wildebeest Migration)
Highlights
Gorilla trekking in Bwindi · Murchison Falls game drives · Great Wildebeest Migration in the Masai Mara · River crossings (June–October) · Two-country circuit
Best For
Travellers seeking Africa's two most iconic wildlife experiences in a single journey
"Uganda's wildlife parks offer some of Africa's most diverse and uncrowded safari experiences. Tell us your interests, your dates, and your ideal travel style — and we'll build your perfect itinerary from the ground up."
Uganda's National Parks
Your Safari Destinations
Four of Uganda's finest wildlife parks — each offering a distinct ecosystem, unique wildlife encounters, and landscapes found nowhere else on the continent.
Uganda's Largest Park
Murchison Falls
National Park
National Park
Home to the world's most powerful waterfall, Africa's most dramatic Nile cruise, and vast savannahs teeming with elephant, lion, giraffe, buffalo, leopard, and over 450 bird species. The jewel of northern Uganda.
Lions
Elephants
Nile Cruise
450+ Birds
Giraffes
UNESCO Biosphere Reserve
Queen Elizabeth
National Park
National Park
95 mammal species, the famous tree-climbing lions of Ishasha, and the Kazinga Channel — one of Africa's finest boat safari experiences.
Tree Lions
Kazinga Channel
Crater Lakes
Remote Wilderness
Kidepo Valley
National Park
National Park
Africa's most exclusive safari destination. Cheetah, ostrich, eland, and vast golden plains untouched by mass tourism.
Cheetah
No Crowds
Fly-In
Closest Park to Kampala
Lake Mburo
National Park
National Park
Uganda's only park with zebra and the only park where horse riding safaris are permitted — a perfect weekend escape just 4 hours from Kampala.
Zebra
Horse Safari
4 hrs Kampala
What's Included
Clear, Honest Pricing —
Everything Accounted For
We believe in complete transparency. Every package price is clearly itemised so you know exactly what is included and what remains your personal choice.
Included in All Packages
- Return airport transfers from Entebbe International Airport
- All park entry fees and activity permits as specified per package
- All accommodation as specified (budget, midrange, or luxury lodge options)
- All meals as specified per itinerary (typically full board in parks)
- Private 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-roof for game drives
- Expert English-speaking driver-guide with minimum 10 years field experience
- All government taxes and levies
- 24/7 WhatsApp support throughout your safari
- Complimentary bottled water throughout all safari days
- Pre-departure destination briefing document and digital itinerary
Not Included
- International flights to and from Uganda
- Uganda visa fees (currently USD $50 per person — available online)
- Travel insurance (required — we can recommend trusted providers)
- Personal expenditure — souvenirs, tips, alcohol, laundry
- Optional activities not stated in the itinerary
- Gorilla trekking permits ($800 per person) — unless specified in package
- Guide and driver gratuities (customary and appreciated, not mandatory)
How to Book
Your Safari in Four Simple Steps
From first enquiry to boarding your return flight, we manage every detail — so your only job is to absorb every extraordinary moment.
01
Get in Touch
Email or WhatsApp us your dates, group size, interests, and budget. We respond to all enquiries within 24 hours, seven days a week.
02
Receive Your Itinerary
Our team designs a personalised safari proposal — complete with accommodation options, daily activities, pricing, and full transparency on what's included.
03
Confirm & Secure
A 30% deposit confirms your booking and secures all permits, accommodation, and guides. The balance is due 60 days before departure.
04
Safari Begins
Your guide meets you at Entebbe Airport. From this moment, every detail has been arranged — all you need to do is look out the window.
Traveller Reviews
What Our Guests Say
★★★★★
The Murchison Falls Nile cruise was unlike anything I had seen in 20 years of travelling in Africa. Elephants drinking from the bank, hippos everywhere, and then the falls themselves — absolutely breathtaking. Our guide's knowledge was extraordinary.
United Kingdom · Murchison Falls Classic Safari
★★★★★
We chose Uganda specifically because we'd been told it was Africa without the crowds. Nothing could have prepared us for Kidepo. We had the entire park to ourselves for three days. We saw cheetah, lion, elephant — and not another tourist vehicle in sight.
France · Kidepo Valley Remote Safari
★★★★★
The tree-climbing lions of Ishasha were the highlight of a lifetime of wildlife travel. Our guide positioned us perfectly for the light just as they descended for their evening hunt. The photography from that afternoon alone was worth the entire journey.
United States · Uganda Wildlife Photography Safari
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything You Need to Know
Before You Book
When is the best time to visit Uganda for a wildlife safari?
Uganda's wildlife parks are excellent year-round. The dry seasons (December–February and June–September) offer easier game viewing as animals concentrate around water sources and vegetation is lower. The green season (March–May and October–November) produces lush landscapes and is often the best time for bird photography. Gorilla trekking is superb in all seasons.
Are the safari vehicles suitable for photography?
All our safari vehicles are custom-fitted 4×4 Land Cruisers or Safari Cruisers with pop-roof hatches, allowing you to stand and photograph wildlife at eye level. Our photography safari package additionally includes a specialist naturalist guide trained in wildlife photography positioning and timing.
Can I combine a wildlife safari with gorilla trekking?
Absolutely — and we highly recommend it. Our combined packages allow you to complete game drives at Murchison Falls or Queen Elizabeth National Park and then travel to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest for a gorilla trekking experience. Most guests combine 4–5 days of wildlife safari with a 2-day gorilla trekking extension for a complete Uganda experience.
What accommodation options are available on safari?
Wander & Wonder Tours offers midrange and luxury lodge options on all safari packages. Midrange lodges provide comfortable en-suite accommodation with full board in excellent park locations. Luxury options include lodges such as Mweya Safari Lodge (Queen Elizabeth), Pakuba Safari Lodge (Murchison), and Apoka Safari Lodge (Kidepo) — all offering premium facilities and exceptional service. Budget options are available on request.
Is Uganda safe for international tourists?
Uganda is widely regarded as one of East Africa's safest and most welcoming destinations for international visitors. The national parks are secured by Uganda Wildlife Authority rangers. All our guides carry communications equipment and maintain 24/7 WhatsApp contact with our operations team throughout every safari. We have an unblemished safety record across thousands of safari days.
How do I get to Uganda for my safari?
Entebbe International Airport (EBB) is the main entry point, served by direct flights from London, Amsterdam, Dubai, Nairobi, and other major hubs. Most guests fly into Entebbe, where our guide will meet you at arrivals for the start of your itinerary. We provide a full pre-departure briefing document with recommended airlines, visa guidance, and health advice.
Can you tailor a safari specifically for my group?
Every Wander & Wonder safari is custom-designed. While our listed packages provide excellent starting frameworks, we encourage clients to contact us with their specific interests — whether that is a focus on photography, birding, conservation, family travel, or romantic getaways — and we will build an itinerary that precisely matches those goals and budget.
What should I pack for a Uganda wildlife safari?
We provide all confirmed guests with a comprehensive packing guide specific to their itinerary. Generally: neutral-coloured clothing for game drives (avoid bright colours and white), lightweight layers for early morning game drives, comfortable walking shoes, a wide-brimmed hat, high-factor sunscreen, insect repellent, binoculars, and any personal medication. We advise all clients to consult their GP regarding malaria prophylaxis before travel.
Begin Your Journey
Your Uganda Safari
Starts with One Message
Our team of expert Uganda safari specialists — based in both Uganda and the UK — are ready to design your perfect wildlife itinerary. Free consultation, no obligation, and a response within 24 hours guaranteed.
General Enquiries
info@wanderandwonderug.com
Safari Bookings
bookings@wanderandwonderug.com
Calls & WhatsApp
+44 7826 805 254
Our Team
Samuel Ojok — Managing Director (UK)
Fassie Adyero — Chief Operations Officer (Uganda)
Brian Ogenrwot — Tour Consultant (Uganda)
Wander & Wonder Tours · Uganda Wildlife Safari
Uganda Wildlife
Safari Tours 2026
Game drives across open savannah. A Nile cruise beneath the world's most powerful waterfall. Tree-climbing lions asleep in ancient fig trees. Uganda's wildlife parks are Africa's best-kept secret — we'll show you all of it.
10
National Parks
Covered
Covered
1,080+
Bird Species
in Uganda
in Uganda
99%
Wildlife
Encounter Rate
Encounter Rate
From $380
Safari Packages
Available
Available
The Pearl of Africa
Africa's Most Diverse Safari Destination, Without the Crowds
Uganda is not a country you arrive at for one experience. It is a country where each hour of driving delivers something entirely unexpected — a herd of Rothschild's giraffes crossing the horizon at sunrise, a pod of two hundred hippos yawning in unison along the Kazinga Channel, or a pride of lions reclining in the canopy of fig trees in the Ishasha sector, fifty feet above the ground.
At Wander & Wonder Tours, our wildlife safaris are built for travellers who demand more than a checkbox experience. Every itinerary is crafted by expert local guides with decades of field knowledge, delivered in purpose-fitted 4×4 safari vehicles, and supported by our team around the clock — from first contact to the moment your return flight departs.
Whether you are seeking a dramatic three-day introduction to Murchison Falls or a comprehensive ten-day circuit of Uganda's finest parks, we design every safari with the same meticulous attention to timing, wildlife behaviour, accommodation quality, and the small details that transform a good holiday into a life-defining journey.
"Uganda is home to more species of mammals, birds, and primates than any country of comparable size in Africa — and fewer than 2% of the continent's safari visitors have discovered it."
Why Choose Uganda
Seven Reasons Uganda Belongs
on Your Safari List
Beyond the famous gorilla treks, Uganda's savannah parks, Nile waterways, and crater lakes form one of Africa's most complete and rewarding wildlife circuits.
01 — DIVERSITY
Big 5 Wildlife Across Multiple Parks
Uganda hosts lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and hippopotamus across its national parks. Murchison Falls alone harbours one of Africa's densest elephant populations, while Queen Elizabeth is home to over 95 mammal species including the rare tree-climbing lions of Ishasha.
01
02 — EXCLUSIVITY
No Crowds. Pure Wilderness.
Unlike the Masai Mara or Serengeti, Uganda's parks receive a fraction of annual visitors. You will often have entire stretches of savannah entirely to your vehicle, watching wildlife behave naturally, undisturbed by the convoys found elsewhere in East Africa.
02
03 — THE NILE
The World's Mightiest River as Your Safari Backdrop
The Murchison Falls Nile cruise is one of Africa's great wildlife experiences. You travel upstream through hippo pods, elephants drinking at the bank, Nile crocodiles, and over 450 bird species — culminating beneath the most powerful waterfall on earth, where the entire Nile forces through a 7-metre gorge.
03
04 — BIRDING
1,080+ Bird Species — Africa's #1 Birding Destination
Uganda is officially Africa's premier birding destination by species count. Every safari includes extraordinary birding: the prehistoric Shoebill Stork in Mabamba swamp, the Grey Crowned Crane (Uganda's national bird), the African Green Broadbill, and 24 Albertine Rift endemics found nowhere else on earth.
04
05 — PRIMATES
Add Chimpanzee Tracking to Any Safari
Kibale Forest National Park contains the highest concentration of primates in Africa and the world's finest chimpanzee tracking experience. Our combined wildlife and primate safaris allow you to witness big game on the savannah in the morning and sit with wild chimpanzees in ancient rainforest by afternoon.
05
06 — LANDSCAPE
Crater Lakes, Savannah, Rainforest & Nile Delta
No other country in Africa packs such geological and ecological variety into one territory. From the volcanic crater lakes of Queen Elizabeth, to the ancient rain forests of Kibale, to the remote semi-arid savannah of Kidepo — Uganda's landscapes are as extraordinary as its wildlife.
06
Safari Packages 2026
10 Wildlife Safari Packages —
Weekend Breaks to Grand Circuits
Every Wander & Wonder safari is fully guided, fully supported, and tailored to your travel style. Midrange and luxury lodge options available on all itineraries.
Best Seller
Murchison Falls Classic Wildlife Safari
Park
Murchison Falls National Park — Uganda's largest national park & most iconic safari destination
Highlights
Game drives (lion, elephant, giraffe, buffalo, leopard) · Nile launch cruise to the falls · Murchison Falls viewpoint hike · Delta birding · Sunrise game drive
Best For
First-time safari visitors · Short-break travellers · Couples & solo adventurers
Queen Elizabeth Tree-Climbing Lion Safari
Park
Queen Elizabeth National Park — Ishasha Sector & Kazinga Channel
Highlights
Ishasha tree-climbing lions (one of only two places on earth) · Kazinga Channel hippo & elephant cruise · Crater lakes circuit · 600+ bird species
Best For
Wildlife enthusiasts seeking truly rare sightings · Photographers · Birders
Kidepo Valley Remote Wilderness Safari
Park
Kidepo Valley National Park — Uganda's most remote and dramatic wilderness
Highlights
Cheetah · Lion · Elephant · Eland · Rothschild's giraffe · Ostriches · Karamajong cultural village · Remote fly-in option available
Best For
Travellers seeking absolute exclusivity — zero crowds, Africa's most undiscovered safari landscape
Ziwa Rhino Ranch & Murchison Falls Safari
Unique Feature
Rhino tracking on foot at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary — Uganda's only wild rhino population, reintroduced after decades of extinction
Highlights
White rhino on foot · Murchison Falls game drives · Nile launch cruise · Shoebill stork search at the delta · Overnight in the park
Best For
Conservation-minded travellers · Those seeking the full Big 5 experience in Uganda
Lake Mburo Zebra & Antelope Safari
Park
Lake Mburo National Park — Uganda's closest park to Kampala (4 hrs drive)
Highlights
Burchell's zebra · Impala · Eland · Topi · Horse riding safari through the park · Lake boat ride · Walking safari with armed guide
Best For
Weekend getaway from Kampala · First-time safari visitors · Families and couples wanting a compact, accessible wildlife break
Uganda Big 5 — All Parks Grand Safari
Parks
Queen Elizabeth NP · Murchison Falls NP · Lake Mburo NP · Kibale Forest NP — with optional Bwindi gorilla trek extension
Highlights
Lion · Elephant · Buffalo · Leopard · Hippo · Tree-climbing lions · Nile boat cruise · Chimp trek · Kazinga Channel · Crater lakes
Best For
Travellers with 7–10 days wanting the complete Uganda safari experience across all major ecosystems
Photography
Uganda Wildlife Photography Safari
Designed For
Wildlife photographers wanting optimal light, ideal positioning, and maximum diversity of subjects across Uganda's finest landscapes
Highlights
Dedicated golden hour game drives · Murchison Nile delta birds at dawn · Queen Elizabeth Ishasha tree lions · Bwindi forest light · Expert photography naturalist guide
Special Features
Pop-roof 4×4 vehicle for standing shots · Expert photography guide · Flexible daily scheduling around best light conditions · Gorilla trek option available
Family
Family Wildlife Safari Uganda
Best For
Families with children of all ages — wildlife safaris are suitable for all; gorilla trekking for guests aged 15 and above
Highlights
Murchison Falls game drives · Nile launch cruise · Rhino tracking at Ziwa · Lake Mburo horse riding safari · Nature walks with expert naturalist
Family Extras
Child-friendly guides · Family room lodges · Flexible pacing · Educational wildlife notes for children
Luxury
Luxury Uganda Wildlife Safari — Private
Lodges
Pakuba Safari Lodge (Murchison) · Mweya Safari Lodge (Queen Elizabeth) · Apoka Safari Lodge (Kidepo) — Uganda's finest safari properties
Highlights
Dedicated private vehicle · Expert senior naturalist guide · Fly-in option between parks · Exclusive sunrise game drives · Guided sundowner rituals · Private dining arrangements
Service Level
Fully private · No shared vehicles or group schedules · Itinerary adaptable daily to your preferences
Uganda & Kenya Safari Combo — Mara & Bwindi
Countries
Uganda (Bwindi gorilla trek + Murchison Falls) combined with Kenya (Masai Mara — Great Wildebeest Migration)
Highlights
Gorilla trekking in Bwindi · Murchison Falls game drives · Great Wildebeest Migration in the Masai Mara · River crossings (June–October) · Two-country circuit
Best For
Travellers seeking Africa's two most iconic wildlife experiences in a single journey
"Uganda's wildlife parks offer some of Africa's most diverse and uncrowded safari experiences. Tell us your interests, your dates, and your ideal travel style — and we'll build your perfect itinerary from the ground up."
Uganda's National Parks
Your Safari Destinations
Four of Uganda's finest wildlife parks — each offering a distinct ecosystem, unique wildlife encounters, and landscapes found nowhere else on the continent.
Uganda's Largest Park
Murchison Falls
National Park
National Park
Home to the world's most powerful waterfall, Africa's most dramatic Nile cruise, and vast savannahs teeming with elephant, lion, giraffe, buffalo, leopard, and over 450 bird species. The jewel of northern Uganda.
Lions
Elephants
Nile Cruise
450+ Birds
Giraffes
UNESCO Biosphere Reserve
Queen Elizabeth
National Park
National Park
95 mammal species, the famous tree-climbing lions of Ishasha, and the Kazinga Channel — one of Africa's finest boat safari experiences.
Tree Lions
Kazinga Channel
Crater Lakes
Remote Wilderness
Kidepo Valley
National Park
National Park
Africa's most exclusive safari destination. Cheetah, ostrich, eland, and vast golden plains untouched by mass tourism.
Cheetah
No Crowds
Fly-In
Closest Park to Kampala
Lake Mburo
National Park
National Park
Uganda's only park with zebra and the only park where horse riding safaris are permitted — a perfect weekend escape just 4 hours from Kampala.
Zebra
Horse Safari
4 hrs Kampala
What's Included
Clear, Honest Pricing —
Everything Accounted For
We believe in complete transparency. Every package price is clearly itemised so you know exactly what is included and what remains your personal choice.
Included in All Packages
- Return airport transfers from Entebbe International Airport
- All park entry fees and activity permits as specified per package
- All accommodation as specified (budget, midrange, or luxury lodge options)
- All meals as specified per itinerary (typically full board in parks)
- Private 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-roof for game drives
- Expert English-speaking driver-guide with minimum 10 years field experience
- All government taxes and levies
- 24/7 WhatsApp support throughout your safari
- Complimentary bottled water throughout all safari days
- Pre-departure destination briefing document and digital itinerary
Not Included
- International flights to and from Uganda
- Uganda visa fees (currently USD $50 per person — available online)
- Travel insurance (required — we can recommend trusted providers)
- Personal expenditure — souvenirs, tips, alcohol, laundry
- Optional activities not stated in the itinerary
- Gorilla trekking permits ($800 per person) — unless specified in package
- Guide and driver gratuities (customary and appreciated, not mandatory)
How to Book
Your Safari in Four Simple Steps
From first enquiry to boarding your return flight, we manage every detail — so your only job is to absorb every extraordinary moment.
01
Get in Touch
Email or WhatsApp us your dates, group size, interests, and budget. We respond to all enquiries within 24 hours, seven days a week.
02
Receive Your Itinerary
Our team designs a personalised safari proposal — complete with accommodation options, daily activities, pricing, and full transparency on what's included.
03
Confirm & Secure
A 30% deposit confirms your booking and secures all permits, accommodation, and guides. The balance is due 60 days before departure.
04
Safari Begins
Your guide meets you at Entebbe Airport. From this moment, every detail has been arranged — all you need to do is look out the window.
Traveller Reviews
What Our Guests Say
★★★★★
The Murchison Falls Nile cruise was unlike anything I had seen in 20 years of travelling in Africa. Elephants drinking from the bank, hippos everywhere, and then the falls themselves — absolutely breathtaking. Our guide's knowledge was extraordinary.
United Kingdom · Murchison Falls Classic Safari
★★★★★
We chose Uganda specifically because we'd been told it was Africa without the crowds. Nothing could have prepared us for Kidepo. We had the entire park to ourselves for three days. We saw cheetah, lion, elephant — and not another tourist vehicle in sight.
France · Kidepo Valley Remote Safari
★★★★★
The tree-climbing lions of Ishasha were the highlight of a lifetime of wildlife travel. Our guide positioned us perfectly for the light just as they descended for their evening hunt. The photography from that afternoon alone was worth the entire journey.
United States · Uganda Wildlife Photography Safari
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything You Need to Know
Before You Book
When is the best time to visit Uganda for a wildlife safari?
Uganda's wildlife parks are excellent year-round. The dry seasons (December–February and June–September) offer easier game viewing as animals concentrate around water sources and vegetation is lower. The green season (March–May and October–November) produces lush landscapes and is often the best time for bird photography. Gorilla trekking is superb in all seasons.
Are the safari vehicles suitable for photography?
All our safari vehicles are custom-fitted 4×4 Land Cruisers or Safari Cruisers with pop-roof hatches, allowing you to stand and photograph wildlife at eye level. Our photography safari package additionally includes a specialist naturalist guide trained in wildlife photography positioning and timing.
Can I combine a wildlife safari with gorilla trekking?
Absolutely — and we highly recommend it. Our combined packages allow you to complete game drives at Murchison Falls or Queen Elizabeth National Park and then travel to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest for a gorilla trekking experience. Most guests combine 4–5 days of wildlife safari with a 2-day gorilla trekking extension for a complete Uganda experience.
What accommodation options are available on safari?
Wander & Wonder Tours offers midrange and luxury lodge options on all safari packages. Midrange lodges provide comfortable en-suite accommodation with full board in excellent park locations. Luxury options include lodges such as Mweya Safari Lodge (Queen Elizabeth), Pakuba Safari Lodge (Murchison), and Apoka Safari Lodge (Kidepo) — all offering premium facilities and exceptional service. Budget options are available on request.
Is Uganda safe for international tourists?
Uganda is widely regarded as one of East Africa's safest and most welcoming destinations for international visitors. The national parks are secured by Uganda Wildlife Authority rangers. All our guides carry communications equipment and maintain 24/7 WhatsApp contact with our operations team throughout every safari. We have an unblemished safety record across thousands of safari days.
How do I get to Uganda for my safari?
Entebbe International Airport (EBB) is the main entry point, served by direct flights from London, Amsterdam, Dubai, Nairobi, and other major hubs. Most guests fly into Entebbe, where our guide will meet you at arrivals for the start of your itinerary. We provide a full pre-departure briefing document with recommended airlines, visa guidance, and health advice.
Can you tailor a safari specifically for my group?
Every Wander & Wonder safari is custom-designed. While our listed packages provide excellent starting frameworks, we encourage clients to contact us with their specific interests — whether that is a focus on photography, birding, conservation, family travel, or romantic getaways — and we will build an itinerary that precisely matches those goals and budget.
What should I pack for a Uganda wildlife safari?
We provide all confirmed guests with a comprehensive packing guide specific to their itinerary. Generally: neutral-coloured clothing for game drives (avoid bright colours and white), lightweight layers for early morning game drives, comfortable walking shoes, a wide-brimmed hat, high-factor sunscreen, insect repellent, binoculars, and any personal medication. We advise all clients to consult their GP regarding malaria prophylaxis before travel.
Begin Your Journey
Your Uganda Safari
Starts with One Message
Our team of expert Uganda safari specialists — based in both Uganda and the UK — are ready to design your perfect wildlife itinerary. Free consultation, no obligation, and a response within 24 hours guaranteed.
General Enquiries
info@wanderandwonderug.com
Safari Bookings
bookings@wanderandwonderug.com
Calls & WhatsApp
+44 7826 805 254
Our Team
Samuel Ojok — Managing Director (UK)
Fassie Adyero — Chief Operations Officer (Uganda)
Brian Ogenrwot — Tour Consultant (Uganda)