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15-Day Uganda Safari Tour by Zem Safaris Uganda
Offered by - Zem Safaris Uganda
Tour Features
Discover the very best of Uganda – the Pearl of Africa on this immersive 15-day wildlife and primates safari. The journey combines iconic gorilla trekking, chimpanzee tracking, classic savannah wildlife safaris, scenic boat cruises, and meaningful cultural encounters. From the open plains of Lake Mburo and Queen Elizabeth, to the misty forests of Bwindi and Mgahinga, and the dramatic landscapes of Murchison Falls, this safari offers a complete Uganda experience with excellent pacing and minimal back-tracking. Safari Highlights: Gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest Golden monkey trekking in Mgahinga National Park Chimpanzee tracking in Kibale Forest Wildlife safaris in Lake Mburo, Queen Elizabeth & Murchison Falls Animals You May See Primates: Mountain gorillas, chimpanzees, golden monkeys, baboons, colobus monkeys Savannah Wildlife: Lions, elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, antelopes, hyenas, warthogs Aquatic & Birdlife: Hippos, Nile crocodiles, shoe bill .... We encourage Adults for this Safari
| Mid-Range tour | This mid-range tour includes comfortable lodges and tented camps. |
| Can be customized | You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour. |
| Shared tour | This tour will be shared with other travelers. |
| Solo travel available | Solo travelers can book this tour. |
| Can start any day | If availability permits, this tour can start on any day. |
| Minimum age required | The minimum age for this tour is 5 years. |
| Transportation | This tour uses: Pop-up roof 4x4. |
Route & Activities
Uganda
Activities Included
Accommodation & Meals
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
| Day | Accommodation | Meals |
| 1 | Elite Backpackers Services Masaka No images available | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included with Drinks |
| 2-3-4-5 | Mid-Range Accommodation No images available | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included with Drinks |
| 6-7 | Bwindi Lodge No images available | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included with Drinks |
| 8-9 | Quiet Haven Hotel (Kigali) No images available | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included with Drinks |
| 10-11 | Kibale Forest Camp No images available | Lunch, Dinner Included with Drinks |
| 12-13 | Red Chilli Rest Camp (Murchison) No images available | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included with Drinks |
| 14-15 | Mid-Range Accommodation No images available | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included with Drinks |
Arrival (See Getting There for more details)
- A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
- Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
- Day 1 - Arrival at Entebbe, welcome and transfer to Hotel - Masaka
Day 1: Arrival in Entebbe/ Kamapala
- Pickup from Entebbe International Airport
- Transfer to hotel in Kampala/ Masaka
- Overnight stay, briefing for safari
Main Destination: Entebbe
Accommodation: Elite Backpackers Services Masaka
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included with Drinks
- Day 2-3 - Lake Mburo National Park
- Drive to Lake Mburo (~5 hrs)
- Afternoon and morning game drives in the park
- Optional walking safari for close wildlife encounters
- Boat cruise on the lake for hippos, crocodiles, and birdwatching
- Accommodation: Lodge / tented camp
- Animals: Zebras, giraffes, buffalo, antelopes, hippos, crocodiles
Main Destination: Lake Mburo National Park
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included with Drinks
- Day 4-5 - Mgahinga Gorilla National Park
- Scenic drive to Mgahinga
- Optional golden monkey trekking
- Volcano hike and exploration
- Optional community visit
- Accommodation: Lodge / camp
- Animals: Mountain gorillas, golden monkeys, forest birds
Main Destination: Mgahinga Gorilla National Park
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included
- Day 6-7 - Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
- Scenic drive through Western Uganda’s tea plantations
- Arrival at Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
- Gorilla trekking in Bwindi
- Optional community visits with Batwa communities
- Accommodation: Lodge
- Animals: Mountain gorillas, golden monkeys, forest birds
Main Destination: Bwindi Impenetrable NP
Accommodation: Bwindi Lodge
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included with Drinks
- Day 8-9 - Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Drive to Queen Elizabeth NP (~3 hrs)
- Afternoon game drive in Kasenyi Plains
- Kazinga Channel boat cruise
- Optional evening lion tracking
- Accommodation: Safari lodge / tented camp
- Animals: Lions, elephants, buffaloes, hippos, Uganda kob, hyenas
Main Destination: Queen Elizabeth National Park
Accommodation: Quiet Haven Hotel (Kigali)
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included with Drinks
- Day 10-11 - Kibale Forest National Park
- Transfer to Kibale Forest NP
- Chimpanzee tracking experience
- Guided walk in Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary
- Accommodation: Lodge
- Animals: Chimpanzees, red colobus, L’Hoest’s monkeys, birds
Main Destination: Kibale National Park
Accommodation: Kibale Forest Camp
Meals & Drinks: Lunch, Dinner Included with Drinks
- Day 12-13 - Murchison Falls National Park
- Drive north to Murchison Falls NP (~7–8 hrs)
- Afternoon game drive on the northern bank
- Boat cruise to the base of Murchison Falls
- Accommodation: Lodge / tented safari camp
- Animals: Lions, elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, hippos, crocodiles, waterbuck
Main Destination: Murchison Falls National Park
Accommodation: Red Chilli Rest Camp (Murchison)
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included with Drinks
- Day 14 - Return to Kampala / Entebbe
- Drive back to Kampala/Entebbe
- Optional craft market visit or cultural show
- Farewell dinner
- Overnight near Entebbe
Main Destination: Kampala
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included with Drinks
- Day 15 - Departure
Departure
- Transfer to Entebbe International Airport for departure / flight to home
Main Destination: Entebbe
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch Included with Drinks
End of tour (See Getting There for more details)
- Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
- A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
Includes
- Park fees (for non-residents)
- All activities mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- Meals (as specified in the day-by-day description)
- All accommodation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional upgrade)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
Excludes
- International flights (from/to the client's home country)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips: tipping guideline of $6 per person per day for the guide and crew
- Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees and other personal items)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Rates Per Person
Jan 12, 2026 - Jan 31, 2026
*n/a = not available. This tour is unavailable for solo travelers.
Includes
- Park fees (for non-residents)
- All activities mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- Meals (as specified in the day-by-day description)
- All accommodation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional upgrade)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
Excludes
- International flights (from/to the client's home country)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips: tipping guideline of $6 per person per day for the guide and crew
- Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees and other personal items)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Getting There
From outside East Africa, Uganda can be easily accessed either by road or Air and mostly by Air to Entebbe International Airport (EBB). Water transport can also be used to travel in and around our destinations especially the ferry crossing from the Southern part of Murchison Falls National Park to the Northern part of Murchison Falls National Park. Flights to Uganda are cheapest during the rainy seasons from March to May and October to November. The best wildlife viewing months are June to September and December to February, when flights are likely to be more expensive.
This tour starts in Entebbe and ends in Entebbe, Uganda
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Travel Requirements
- All foreign visitors need a passport that is valid for at least six months
- Passports must have a clean and a full visa page for endorsement.
- When arriving from a yellow-fever-infected country in Africa or the Americas a yellow fever vaccination certificate is required.
- Citizens of most countries require a visa. A list of countries that don't need a visa is available.
- Visas are best obtained in advance through an official online visa-application portal (https://visas.immigration.go.ug/), but they can also be obtained through your local Tanzania Embassy or High Commission.
- Visas can also be obtained on arrival but this is a lengthy process that can take one to two hours.
- Tourist visas are available for Uganda only, or East Africa (which covers entry to Uganda, Kenya and Rwanda) for the same cost.
Getting There
From outside East Africa, Uganda can be easily accessed either by road or Air and mostly by Air to Entebbe International Airport (EBB). Water transport can also be used to travel in and around our destinations especially the ferry crossing from the Southern part of Murchison Falls National Park to the Northern part of Murchison Falls National Park. Flights to Uganda are cheapest during the rainy seasons from March to May and October to November. The best wildlife viewing months are June to September and December to February, when flights are likely to be more expensive.
This tour starts in Entebbe and ends in Entebbe, Uganda
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Travel Requirements
- All foreign visitors need a passport that is valid for at least six months
- Passports must have a clean and a full visa page for endorsement.
- When arriving from a yellow-fever-infected country in Africa or the Americas a yellow fever vaccination certificate is required.
- Citizens of most countries require a visa. A list of countries that don't need a visa is available.
- Visas are best obtained in advance through an official online visa-application portal (https://visas.immigration.go.ug/), but they can also be obtained through your local Tanzania Embassy or High Commission.
- Visas can also be obtained on arrival but this is a lengthy process that can take one to two hours.
- Tourist visas are available for Uganda only, or East Africa (which covers entry to Uganda, Kenya and Rwanda) for the same cost.
Offered By
Zem Safaris Uganda
Kenya
Rwanda
Uganda
Company Name
Zem Safaris Uganda
Tagline
Connecting Hearts to the Wild, Responsibly
Company Overview
Zem Safaris Uganda is a locally owned safari and tour operator based in Uganda, specializing in customized and responsible travel experiences across Uganda and East Africa. The company designs seamless, high-quality safari journeys that showcase the region’s outstanding wildlife, diverse landscapes, and rich cultural heritage.
From gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest to classic wildlife safaris, cultural encounters, and scenic nature experiences, Zem Safaris Uganda delivers meaningful, well-planned journeys guided by local expertise and personal attention.
Mission:
To deliver exceptional, memorable safari experiences while promoting conservation, ethical tourism, and community empowerment.
Vision:
To connect hearts to the wild responsibly—creating travel experiences that benefit travelers, nature, and local communities alike.
Destinations Covered
Zem Safaris Uganda operates across Uganda and selected East African destinations, including:
- Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
- Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Murchison Falls National Park
- Kibale Forest National Park
- Kidepo Valley National Park
- Lake Mburo National Park
- Jinja & the Source of the Nile
- Cultural, religious and rural community destinations i.e. Agricultural farms, Coffee Farms Cattle farms, Value addition destinations
Experiences & Services
- Gorilla and chimpanzee trekking
- Wildlife game drives and boat safaris
- Birdwatching tours
- Cultural and community-based experiences
- Adventure activities (white-water rafting, nature walks)
- Scenic and photography safaris
- Tailor-made and private itineraries
- Airport transfers and ground logistics
- Home stays and perfect eco lodges/facilities
Responsible Tourism & Community Commitment
Zem Safaris Uganda is committed to responsible tourism practices that support conservation and local livelihoods. The company partners with local community organizations, including Agricultural farms, Community Health centers, Schools, The Hearts That Care, Felfo Jajjas Clinic and contributes a portion of safari proceeds to initiatives in education, health, agriculture, and environmental conservation.
By working closely with local guides, accommodations, and communities, Zem Safaris ensures tourism creates positive, lasting impact.
Why Choose Zem Safaris Uganda
- Locally owned with deep destination knowledge
- Personalized, tailor-made safari planning
- Strong commitment to ethical and responsible tourism
- Trusted community partnerships
- Reliable logistics and professional guiding
- Authentic experiences beyond traditional safaris
- Cost-friendly services
Target Market
Zem Safaris Uganda serves a wide and diverse range of travelers seeking authentic, immersive, and responsible safari experiences:
- International Leisure Travelers: Individuals, couples, and families exploring Uganda and East Africa.
- Adventure Seekers: Travelers seeking gorilla trekking, chimpanzee tracking, game drives, white-water rafting, hiking, and other active safari experiences.
- Cultural Enthusiasts: Visitors interested in traditional village life, local crafts, cultural performances, and community interactions.
- Eco-Conscious Travelers: Tourists committed to sustainable and responsible travel practices, supporting conservation and community initiatives.
- Luxury & Premium Travelers: Clients seeking tailor-made, high-quality safaris with private guides and exclusive accommodations.
- Budget & Independent Travelers: Backpackers and solo travelers looking for affordable, safe, and well-organized safari options.
- Tour Operators & Travel Agents (B2B): Agencies seeking reliable local ground handling, logistics, and curated itineraries in Uganda.
- Corporate & Group Travel: Companies, NGOs, and schools looking for team-building, retreats, and educational safari trips.
Contact Information
Website: www.zemsafaris.com
Email: info@zemsafaris.com
Phone / WhatsApp: +256702369644
Location: Uganda
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