Uganda group tours let you share the cost of a safari and the stories that come with it. Whether you travel as a family, a school, a group of friends or a company on a retreat, Uganda has a trip that suits you. When you travel together, you split the cost of the vehicle, the driver-guide and many activities. As a result, each person pays less than they would on a solo trip.
Group travel is also more fun. You have people beside you to share each sighting, each laugh and each long road. In fact, many of our guests say the best moments came around the campfire after a game drive. When we plan it well, a group trip becomes a memory you all share for life.
What can you do in a week? On our 7 day Uganda primates and wildlife tour, quite a lot. First, you hike through Kibale Forest National Park to spend time with wild chimpanzees. They are habituated, so they don’t mind some company. Next, you visit the Uganda kob mating grounds
Our 5 day Uganda primate safari brings you close to two of our nearest relatives. First, you walk with wild chimpanzees in Kibale Forest National Park. Then, you trek mountain gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, home to over half of the world’s remaining mountain gorillas. On both treks, you
Our 4 day Bwindi gorilla safari is a real Uganda adventure that mixes thrilling wildlife with calm lakeside scenery. First, you track mountain gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, home to about half of the world’s remaining mountain gorillas. Then, you relax by Lake Bunyonyi, often called the Switzerland of
Our 5 day gorillas and chimps tour from Kigali brings you face to face with Africa’s two great apes. Words can hardly describe looking into the eyes of a mountain gorilla just a few metres away. On this trip, you track gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and chimpanzees in
Our 5 day Uganda safari from Kigali combines mountain gorillas and classic big game in one rewarding trip. First, you track gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Then, you enjoy game drives in Queen Elizabeth National Park, where you may spot lions, elephants and Uganda kob. Finally, a boat cruise
Our 8 day Uganda family safari packs the very best of the Pearl of Africa into one easy, well-paced trip. You track rhinos on foot, cruise the Nile to the foot of Murchison Falls and look for chimpanzees in a hidden gorge. Then you search for tree-climbing lions, meet mountain
Uganda packs gorillas, chimpanzees, savannah wildlife and the River Nile into one compact country. Below are the places our group tours visit most often. Of course, we can mix them in any order to suit your time and budget.
At Murchison Falls National Park, the Nile forces its way through a gorge about seven metres wide. Your group can hike to the top and feel the roar of the water. Afterwards, game drives on the northern bank bring lions, elephants, buffalo and giraffes. A boat trip on the river adds hippos, crocodiles and plenty of birds.
Queen Elizabeth is a favourite with groups because it offers so much in a short stay. In the Ishasha sector, lions often rest in the branches of fig trees. Meanwhile, a boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel takes you past large pods of hippos and elephants drinking at the shore.
Bwindi Impenetrable and Mgahinga Gorilla National Parks protect around half of the world’s mountain gorillas. Your group can trek to meet a habituated family and spend an hour in their company. Each gorilla family takes a maximum of eight visitors per day, so a large group splits across several families. For that reason, it pays to book gorilla permits early. Near both parks, you can also meet the Batwa, the forest’s first people, and learn how they once lived as hunter-gatherers.
Kibale Forest is the best place in Uganda to track wild chimpanzees. Your guide leads you through the forest until you hear them calling. Then you watch them feed, groom and squabble in the trees. Kibale also shelters many other primates, so keep your eyes on the canopy.
Kidepo Valley, in the far north-east, is wild and remote. Groups that make the journey often have the plains almost to themselves, with a good chance of lions, buffalo and elephants. Closer to Kampala, Lake Mburo is a quieter park where you can see zebras, impala and eland. In addition, it makes an easy stop on the way to the gorillas.
Beyond the parks, Uganda offers plenty of shared adventures. For example, your group can try:
Mixing a few of these with game drives keeps everyone happy, even when tastes differ.
Uganda has a wide range of places to stay, so every group can find the right level of comfort. Safari lodges offer full service and great views. Meanwhile, bandas and simple guesthouses keep costs down. For adventurous groups, many parks also have designated campsites. Camping is affordable and brings you closer to the sounds of the bush at night. Tell us your budget, and we will suggest the best mix.
Most groups travel by road in a 4×4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof and an English-speaking driver-guide. Larger groups can use a safari minibus or several vehicles in convoy. If time is short, you can also fly between some parks on domestic flights. Either way, we handle the logistics so that you can focus on the trip.
Every group is different. First, we ask about your group’s size, ages, interests and budget. Next, we suggest a route and a clear quote. Then we adjust it until it feels right for everyone. Uganda is open to visitors all year, so you can travel when it suits your group. Permit prices and park fees are set by the Uganda Wildlife Authority and change from time to time, so we always confirm the current rates when you enquire.
Travelling with children? Then see our family safaris in Uganda. Organising a school trip instead? Our educational student tours are built for learning. You can also browse all our East Africa safari packages for more ideas.
We plan trips for small groups of friends as well as larger school, church and company groups. For bigger groups, we simply add vehicles and split the group for activities with size limits, such as gorilla trekking.
Usually, yes. You share the cost of the vehicle, the driver-guide and fuel. However, permits and park entry fees are charged per person, so those stay the same.
You can visit all year. The drier months, from June to September and December to February, are the most popular for trekking and game drives. Still, the wetter months are greener and quieter.
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