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When planning an adventure to the pearl of Africa, many travelers are always kin about the cost of the package and prefer booking a safari package that is within their budget range, thus arises a question, How much does a safari in Uganda cost?

How much does a safari in Uganda cost? For anyone planning to visit Uganda, the average cost of a safari in Uganda is USD 200 per person per day. Safari costs in Uganda are also influenced by several other factors like the season, number of safari activities, type of accommodation one prefers among others.

Gorilla trekking permits in Uganda cost up to USD 700 per permit for foreign travelers, and UGX250,000 for East African citizens of Uganda, Rwanda, Kenya, Tanzania, Burundi and South Sudan. The gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park can only be done after booking Bwindi Gorilla Permits that are paid for at the Uganda wildlife Authority.

Gorilla trekking in Uganda

Trekking in Bwindi

For those who wish to visit Uganda’s Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and trek the mountain gorillas, you require a gorilla trekking permit that is usually booked prior to the trekking date. According to our past experience and knowledge about safaris to Bwindi, for a successful simple 3-day safari to Bwindi, you should budget for at least USD 1200 per person, which should be the cheapest. Contact our expert travel planners today and have your adventure well tailor-made and experience the magic in Africa’s jungles with Acacia Safaris Limited.

While traveling to some of Uganda’s top safari destinations like Murchison Falls National Park and Queen Elizabeth National Park, it can cost up to USD 1000 for budget safari travelers. If you are to travel with other people, the price is incredibly reduced. Joining a group on your safari while in Uganda will help you cut the high safari costs since the costs are usually shared among the group members, If traveling with more than two people, it’s possible to save over $ 300 on a 3-day trip.

Popular activity cost – price to note while planning a safari to Uganda – How much does a safari in Uganda cost?

Gorilla trekking permits of Uganda costs USD 700 per person per day.
Tracking golden monkeys also requires a permit in Uganda which costs USD 60 per person per hour.
A Luxury safari lodge cost an average of USD 300 per night
Budget or cheap Safari accommodation costs an Average of USD 100 per night.
A chimpanzee tracking permit costs USD 200 (Kibale National Park)
Park entrance fees is USD 40 ( Queen Elizabeth National Park, Murchison Falls National Park, Lake Mburo and Kidepo)
Rhino Visits at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary costs up to USD 50 per person per day.
Trekking Mount Elgon (National Park) costs USD 90 per day.
Boat cruise on Queen Elizabeth National Park costs USD 30 per shift.

Other frequently asked questions

Is Uganda cheap to travel?

Uganda is less expensive than some of its neighbors, despite the fact that East Africa is known for its expensive luxury resorts and activities. With its abundance, it spoils travelers looking for excitement. The pearl of Africa definitely has something to offer to every kind of traveler regardless of their travel budget range.

Is Uganda good for safari?

Due to its lush habitats and diversity of species, Uganda outshines all other safari destinations in these two categories while also remaining a fantastic location for a traditional safari by boat or vehicle.