Uganda safaris on budget are these Uganda safari journey that are indicated together for travelers who wants a cheap safari adventure. Similar to other destinations, Uganda also offers budget safari tours to travelers on a Uganda safari to different Rwandan destinations which involve primate safaris, wildlife tours, and cultural tours among others. Most Ugandan budget safari trips are carried out in a group that allows them to share most of the costs such as guide fees, accommodations, and transportation, therefore, making the tour a bit cheaper than it would be while on a private safari or one person clearing all the cost. This indicates that the more the number of people the lower the cost of the safari trip and vice versa.
Uganda is your average safari destination, different to most countries on African safari tours, it is relatively medium in area, and it supports a greater amount of savannah than forests and its number one attraction is primate watching. Bwindi impenetrable forest and Mgahinga Gorilla National Park are probably the best places anywhere to track the mountain gorillas, a variety of activities that may be regarded to be the world’s most engaging wildlife encounter. Other activities offered in Uganda include chimpanzee tracking, golden monkey trekking and forest walks, wildlife viewing, hiking, and cultural encounters among others. Furthermore, while Uganda isn’t widely associated with the Big 5 animals, its underrated most of the Ugandan national parks and Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary are now home to the full deck of lions, leopards, elephant buffaloes blacks and rhinos.
This Uganda safari on a budget can be carried out in Uganda’s best national parks which includes, Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park for different activities which include the following;
Gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
Gorilla trekking involves walking in the dense forest to search for the endangered mountain gorillas in their habitat. Mountain gorilla trekking safaris in Uganda are always inclusive in the Uganda budget safaris due to the fact that it’s a group breathtaking experience where travelers are in a position to hire one of the safari vehicles that carries 8 travelers and also gorilla trekking in Bwindi impenetrable national park requires a group of 8 tourists per gorilla family. so what makes this safari different from a personalized tour is that accommodation, and transportation is shared among individuals in the group and maybe even the gadgets and equipment such as cameras can also be shared along with the trusted individual. Though the gorilla trekking permits are never shared as of now they cost $800 per person allowing a maximum of one hour in the presence of the mountain gorillas learning their different ways of life and manners. Trekking gorillas require an age limit of 15 years and above
Golden monkey tracking in Mgahinga Gorilla National Park.
Golden monkey trekking in Uganda is yet another activity to include in a Uganda budget safari that allows travelers to share most of the costs including guide fees, transport, and accommodation among others. Golden monkey trekking permits can be obtained at a discounted fee of $100 per person. Golden monkey tracking takes place in Mgahinga Gorilla National Park, which is located in the Kisoro district of western Uganda. This park is nestled within the Virunga Mountains, part of the expansive Albertine Rift Valley. The Virunga volcanoes, shared by Uganda, Rwanda, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo, are situated in this park. While it’s known most known for gorilla trekking adventure safari, tracking these fascinating creatures has become a popular adventure activity here. The golden monkey trek typically lasts between three to 4 hours, including the one-hour interaction time. The breathtaking landscape of Mgahinga Gorilla National Park invites exploration of exceptional wildlife and panoramic views including awe-inspiring volcanic peaks.
Chimpanzee tracking in Kibale Forest National Park
Budget chimpanzee trekking safaris in Kibale Forest National Park. The chimpanzee trekking safari in Kibale Forest National Park is one of the major activities that sells the park and can be easily conducted by budget travelers on a Uganda safari on budget. Kibale National Park is famous for its large concentration of chimpanzees in Africa. Chimpanzee trekking in Kibale National Park offers visitors with thrilling opportunity to observe these intelligent primates in their natural habitat. Kibale National Park, located in western Uganda, is renowned for its large population of habituated chimpanzees. It’s one of the best destinations in Africa to see chimpanzees in the wild. Chimpanzee tracking in Kibale National Park is typically guided by experienced rangers who are familiar with the behaviors and movements of the chimps’ groups. Victors are led through the lush forest, in search of these fascinating primates while interpreting signs and sounds to locate the chimpanzee group as well as other forest dwells. Chimpanzee tracking in Kibale starts early morning with a briefing about the rules and regulations as well as the expectations. Visitors planning to take part in these exciting activities are recommended to carry essentials like good comfortable walking shoes and long trousers and socks for the trek, as you’ll be walking through dense forest vegetation. It’s also recommended to bring water, insect repellent, sunscreen, and a rain jacket, as weather conditions can be unpredictable. Tracking these chimps requires one to have a valid permit issued by the Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA). These permits should be booked in advance through tour operators like Achieve Global Safari or directly from UWA, as they are limited in number. A Chimpanzee trekking permit can be bought at a cost of $ 200 per person and the other costs are shared among individuals in the group. However, chimpanzee trekking requires a trekker 15 years and above to trek one of the chimps’ families.
Wildlife safari in Queen Elizabeth National Park
When on a Uganda budget tour, you need to add a wildlife tour in Queen Elizabeth National Park that allows travelers to intensely explore the attractive wildlife and plant species that survive in Queen Elizabeth national park. The wildlife safari in Queen Elizabeth National Park includes game drive tours, birding tours, lion tracking, chimpanzee trekking, sport fishing and boat cruise tours among others. Queen Elizabeth safaris on budget is interesting due to the fact that travelers share all the costs involved in the tour including safari vehicle, tour guide, and accommodations among others excluding park entrance fees, chimpanzee permit, lion tracking permit and the boat cruise fees and the birding fee which are always paid per person and allowed to drive in the park as much as possible during the game drive until you explore almost everything that is hidden in the wilderness of Rwanda.
During the Uganda budget wildlife tours in Queen Elizabeth National Park, travelers have in chance to encounter different wildlife species in the astonishing park of Rwanda which includes buffaloes, lions, leopards, elephants, hippos, crocodiles, impalas, giraffes, elands, warthogs, bushbucks among others. You will also encounter some primates such as baboons, and chimpanzees while in the park, especially during the game drive.
Birding in Murchison Falls National Park
Murchison Falls National Park is a paradise for birdwatchers, birding in Murchison Falls offers an immersive and rewarding experience for bird enthusiasts, with diverse habitats abundant birdlife and breathtaking scenery to enjoy. Murchison Falls National Park encompasses a variety of ecosystems, including savannah grasslands, woodlands, riverine forests, wetlands, and the dramatic Murchison Falls themselves. Each habitat supports different bird species, offering a rich and varied birdwatching experience. The park is home to over 450 different kinds of bird species, making it one of Uganda’s premier birdwatching destinations. While on your Uganda birdwatching safari in the park, you will get a chance to spot different birds such as Shoebill stork, African fish eagle, Goliath heron, Abyssinian ground hornbill, African jacana, and numerous species of kingfishers, weavers, and raptors. Game drives in the park’s savannah grasslands offer additional birdwatching opportunities, with chances to see Ostriches, secretary birds, saddle-billed stocks and various species of vultures, eagles and hawks. The park has experienced birding guides who will lead you through savannah grassland in search of birds of your interest.
Games drives in Kidepo Valley National Park
When on a Uganda budget tour, you need to add a game drive in Kidepo National Park that allows travelers to intensely explore the attractive wildlife and plant species that survive in Kidepo Valley National Park. Kidepo Valley National Park offers a remote and rugged safari experience, with stunning landscapes and abundant wildlife. The park is located in the northeast province of Uganda bordering South Sudan and Kenya. it’s renowned as a remote area with rugged stunning landscapes making it one of the least visited parks in Uganda, offering a true off-the-beaten-path safari experience. The park is renowned for its diverse wildlife, including elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, lions, cheetahs, leopards, and various antelope species such as elands, hartebeests, and oribis. Game drives provide excellent opportunities to see these animals in their natural habitat. Game drives in the park are typically led by experienced guides who are familiar with the park’s wildlife and terrain, providing valuable insight into the behavior and ecology of the animals and ensuring a safe and enjoyable safari experience.
Budget hiking trails in Mount Rwenzori National Park
Mount Rwenzori National Park has a lot of hiking trails that can be easily hiked during the Uganda Safaris On Budget. Hiking to Mount Rwenzori is another must do activity while on a safari in Uganda. This remarkable mountain is located in the western region of the country and it is ranked Africa’s third highest peak and Uganda’s tallest peak, It stands at an elevated area of about 5,109 meters above sea level and covers about 100,000 hectares of land. hiking to the summit of this remarkable mountain takes about 8 to 9 days and while on this hike, tourists get an opportunity to sightsee many attractive and stunning features such as; stunning waterfalls, fast flowing rivers, layered vegetation and many others.
Uganda Safaris On Budget: Other activities that can easily be done on a Uganda safari on a budget include boat cruise safaris in Lake Mburo National Park, Budget Community tours, cultural tours that take you to explore different cultural heritages and villages, Kampala city tours whereby travelers take part in exploring different corners of the city including visiting the market centers, the plantations, sport fishing, craft shops and many more.
