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15+ Day Uganda Itineraries
13 Tours
18 - 20 Max Group Size
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2026
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15+ Days in Uganda: Primates, Parks & the Pearl of Africa
Primate treks, calm lakes, and big landscapes with a clear, well-paced route
Uganda rewards travellers who want time to go deeper, and 15+ day Uganda itineraries give you the breathing space to do exactly that. You can chase standout wildlife moments, then slow the pace with lakeside downtime and unhurried river views, all while following a route that links the country’s key regions in a logical flow. Many trips also sit within longer Africa journeys, with possible stops in Kenya, Tanzania, Malawi, or Zambia; even so, the heart of most time in Uganda is primate trekking and vivid, varied scenery. Look out for chimp trekking areas, the steep green slopes of Bwindi National Park, calm days at Lake Bunyonyi, and relaxed time along the River Nile in Jinja. Kampala often works as the main gateway and connecting stop, keeping travel practical between major highlights.
Best 15+ day itineraries
Gorillas & Plains Safari
Kick off in Nairobi and wrap up back in Nairobi on a 15–day overland adventure blending iconic safaris with once–in–a–lifetime primate encounters. Head for the Masai Mara’s sweeping plains for classic Big Five game drives, then continue to Lake Nakuru’s flamingo–fringed shores. Cross into Uganda for chimp trekking in Budongo and a Nile cruise beneath thunderous Murchison Falls. Journey on to Queen Elizabeth country and Lake Bunyonyi – your base for an unforgettable mountain gorilla trek – before unwinding by the water. Return via Lake Mburo and the Nile–side town of Jinja with optional adventure activities. Expect big skies, varied landscapes and relaxed campfire evenings.
Tour Highlights
Game drives in the iconic Masai Mara game reserve
Wildlife viewing at Lake Nakuru National Park
Exploring Jinja, the source of the River Nile
Game drive in Uganda's Murchison Falls National Park
Jungle trek to see chimpanzees in Budongo Forest
Gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
Gorilla Trek & Kenya Safari
CAMPING SAFARI: Take in the highlights of Uganda and Kenya on this 18-day camping safari. Go on a captivating game drive through Lake Nakuru National Park before heading to Uganda's capital, Kampala. Trek to see the chimpanzees. Embark on a hike through steamy jungles of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park for an encounter with mountain gorillas, unwind alongside the majestic Nile River in Jinja, and end your adventure spotting the Big Five in Kenya's famed Masai Mara Reserve.
Tour Highlights
Lake Nakuru National Park - Search for lions, rhinos and other resident wildlife on a game drive
Eldoret - Pose for photos at the Equator and camp on the outskirts of one of Kenya's largest and most vibrant cities
Kalinzu Forest- Go trekking in search of chimpanzees, which are usually spotted in the treetops
Bwindi National Park - Embark on a memorable trek to see endangered mountain gorillas in the steamy jungles of Uganda
Jinja - Spend two full days relaxing beside the Nile and Lake Victoria, with time for boating, fishing, hiking and more
Lake Bunyonyi - When not trekking to see gorillas, relax beside this idyllic lake, surrounded by greenery and rolling hills
Masai Mara - Game drive through Kenya's most famous wilderness and search for the Big Five and visit a Maasai village
Gorilla Trek, Kenya & Tanzania
CAMPING SAFARI: Explore the highlights of Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania on an incredible 28-day camping safari. Begin with a game drive through Lake Nakuru National Park. Discover chimpanzees on a trek, hike through lush Bwindi National Park for a mountain gorilla encounter, and unwind by the Nile in Jinja. Go in search of the Big Five on game drives in the wildlife-rich Masai Mara game reserve, Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Crater. Ending your adventure with some rest and relaxation on the beautiful island of Zanzibar.
Tour Highlights
Lake Nakuru National Park - Search for lions, rhinos and other resident wildlife on a game drive
Eldoret - Pose for photos at the Equator and camp on the outskirts of one of Kenya's largest and most vibrant cities
Kalinzu Forest-Go trekking in search of chimpanzees, which are usually spotted in the treetops
Bwindi National Park - Embark on a memorable trek to see endangered mountain gorillas in the steamy jungles of Uganda
Jinja - Spend two full days relaxing beside the Nile and Lake Victoria, with time for boating, fishing, hiking and more
Lake Bunyonyi - When not trekking to see gorillas, relax beside this idyllic lake, surrounded by greenery and rolling hills
Masai Mara - Game drive through Kenya's most famous wilderness and search for iconic wildlife
Ngorongoro Crater - Descend into this UNESCO-listed caldera, home to all manner of wildlife except giraffes, as they can't get down the banks!
Serengeti National Park - Continue your search for the Big Five in Tanzania, and look out for the giant herds of wildebeest which migrate across the plains
Bagamoyo - Camp beside the beach in this port town on the Indian Ocean coast, famous for dhow building
Dar es Salaam - Explore this port city, a kaleidoscope of culture with Arab, European, African and Indian influences
Zanzibar - Spend three days relaxing on the beach, exploring Stone Town and enjoying optional activities
Gorillas & East Africa Explorer
CAMPING SAFARI: Experience the best of five stunning African countries on a 39-day camping safari. Embark on a game drive at Lake Nakuru National Park, seeking lions, rhinos, and flamingos. Trek to spot chimpanzees, hike the lush Bwindi National Park for rare mountain gorillas and explore Jinja's Nile. Discover the Big Five in Masai Mara, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater. Relax in Zanzibar then journey south and unwind by Lake Malawi. Pass through Zambia before reaching Livingstone to view the spectacular Victoria Falls.
Tour Highlights
Serengeti National Park - Go in search of the Big Five in one of the world's most famous national parks and camp out in the wilderness
Ngorongoro Crater - Drive around the rim of this UNESCO-listed volcanic caldera and search for wildlife in the crater itself
Bagamoyo - Pass Mount Kilimanjaro enroute to this historic trading town on the Indian Ocean coast
Zanzibar - Enjoy three nights on this tropical island with time to explore historic Stone Town and relax on pristine white sand beaches
Mikumi National Park - Drive through the national park, one of the largest in Tanzania, and go in search of wildlife on an optional game drive
Lake Malawi - Explore two different sections of this giant freshwater lake, visiting local villages and opt for a hike into the countryside
Dar es Salaam - Browse the markets of this crucial port and spend your night camping on the beach
Livingstone - End your journey on the Zambian side of Victoria Falls, with an included visit and free time to discover this iconic natural wonder
Masai Mara - Discover the incredible wildlife of Kenya's most famous reserve and visit a Maasai village
Lake Nakuru National Park - Search for lions, rhinos and other resident wildlife on a game drive
Eldoret - Pose for photos at the Equator and camp on the outskirts of one of Kenya's largest and most vibrant cities
Kalinzu Forest- Go trekking in search of chimpanzees, which are usually spotted in the treetops
Bwindi National Park - Embark on a memorable trek to see endangered mountain gorillas in the steamy jungles of Uganda
Lake Bunyonyi - When not trekking to see gorillas, relax beside this idyllic lake, surrounded by greenery and rolling hills
Jinja - Spend two full days relaxing beside the Nile and Lake Victoria, with time for boating, fishing, hiking and more
Jungle, Falls & Game Parks
CAMPING SAFARI: Embark on a 46-day overland safari, travelling from Kenya to South Africa, visiting seven captivating countries. Game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park, trek to see chimpanzees and hike through lush Bwindi National Park to encounter rare mountain gorillas. Search for the Big Five in Masai Mara, Serengeti and Ngorongoro. Relax on the tropical island of Zanzibar and swim in Lake Malawi. Admire the Victoria Falls, spot rhinos in Matobo and end with an unforgettable safari in Kruger National Park.
Tour Highlights
Serengeti National Park - Go in search of the Big Five on game drives and camp out in the wilderness
Ngorongoro Crater - Camp on the rim of this UNESCO-listed volcanic caldera and see an abundance of animals on a game drive in the crater
Matobo National Park - Discover the largest concentration of Black and White Rhino in Africa on a wilderness walk and game drive
Zanzibar - Enjoy three nights on this tropical island with time to explore historic Stone Town and relax on pristine white sand beaches
Mikumi National Park - Drive through the national park, one of the largest in Tanzania, and go in search of wildlife on an optional game drive
Lake Malawi - Explore two different sections of this giant freshwater lake, visiting local villages and opt for a hike into the countryside
Kruger National Park - Encounter an abundance of wildlife on safari in South Africa's flagship reserve
Livingstone - Marvel at the spectacular Victoria Falls and spend four days a leisure with a range of exciting optional activities
Masai Mara - Discover the incredible wildlife of Kenya's most famous reserve and visit a Masai village
Lake Nakuru National Park - Search for lions, rhinos and other resident wildlife on an included game drive in specialized safari vehicles
Kalinzu Forest-Go trekking in search of chimpanzees, which are usually spotted in the treetops
Bwindi National Park - Embark on a memorable trek to see endangered mountain gorillas in the steamy jungles of Uganda
Lake Bunyonyi - When not trekking to see gorillas, relax beside this idyllic lake, surrounded by greenery and rolling hills
Jinja - Spend two full days relaxing beside the Nile and Lake Victoria, with time for boating, fishing, hiking and more
Great African Expedition Northbound
CAMPING SAFARI: Embark on a 56-day overland safari, travelling north through eight countries, from Cape Town to Nairobi. Encounter incredible wildlife on safari in some of Africa's best game reserves, including Etosha, Chobe, the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater. Scale Namib Desert dunes and glide through the Okavango Delta in mokoro canoes. Experience Victoria Falls, swim in Lake Malawi and unwind on a three-day Zanzibar beach break. End your adventure with an unforgettable gorilla trek in Uganda's Bwindi National Park.
Tour Highlights
South Africa - Set off from Cape Town and enjoy optional wine tasting in the Cederberg region
Namibia - Take in Fish River Canyon, climb Dune 45 in the Namib Desert, game drive in Etosha National Park and explore Windhoek
Botswana - Enjoy an overnight excursion into the Okavango Delta, cruise the Chobe River and head on safari in Chobe National Park
Zambia - See mighty Victoria Falls, search for wildlife in South Luangwa National Park and stop in the border town of Chipata
Malawi - Explore several different points along the shore of Lake Malawi, which covers 20% of the country. Relax on beautiful sandy beaches, swim in the clear blue waters, visit local villages and enjoy optional activities
Zanzibar - Spend four nights on tropical Zanzibar Island, exploring historic Stone Town and soaking up some sun on the northern beaches
Tanzania - Visit the coastal cities of Dar es Salaam and Bagamoyo, and discover the wildlife of Mikumi National Park, the Serengeti and the Ngorongoro Crater
Kenya - Pose for photos at the Equator in Eldoret, spot wildlife on a game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park
Uganda - Trek to see chimpanzees and gorillas in Queen Elizabeth and Bwindi National Parks. Admire Lake Bunyonyi and relax by the River Nile in Jinja
Great African Expedition
CAMPING SAFARI: Discover eight countries on this 58 days overland safari taking in the best of each countries. Trek for chimpanzees. Hike Bwindi's jungles for mountain gorilla, search for wildlife on safari in the Masai Mara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, Chobe National Park, Etosha National Park, and the Okavango Delta. Spend three days relaxing on the beaches of Zanzibar, swim in Lake Malawi, and see Victoria Falls. Cruise the Chobe River, climb Dune 45 in the Namib Desert, marvel at Fish River Canyon, and end your journey in South Africa's Mother City - Cape Town.
Tour Highlights
South Africa - Enjoy optional wine tasting in Cederberg before arriving in captivating Cape Town, where your tour ends
Namibia - Meet the San Bushmen and visit Windhoek, then explore Etosha National Park, climb Dune 45 in the Namib Desert and see Fish River Canyon
Botswana - Head on safari in Chobe National Park and cruise the Chobe River, then enjoy an overnight excursion into the Okavango Delta
Zambia - Visit the border town of Chipata and the capital Lusaka, then head to Livingstone, home to cascading Victoria Falls
Malawi - Explore several different points of Lake Malawi, which covers 20% of the country. Swim, visit local villages, play volleyball and opt for a day hike to a waterfall
Zanzibar - Spend three days on tropical Zanzibar Island, exploring historic Stone Town and soaking up some sun on the northern beaches
Tanzania - Search for wildlife in the Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, and Mikumi National Park and visit the coastal cities of Bagamoyo and Dar es Salaam
Kenya - Spot incredible wildlife on a game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park and a two-night safari excursion to the legendary Masai Mara, Kenya's premier wildlife destination
Uganda - Trek to see chimpanzees and gorillas and Bwindi National Parks. Admire Lake Bunyonyi and relax by the River Nile in Jinja
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Real reviews from our travellers
Gorillas & East Africa Explorer - 39 daysCAMPING SAFARI: Experience the best of five stunning African countries on a 39-day camping safari. Embark on a game drive at Lake Nakuru National Park, seeking lions, rhinos, and flamingos. Trek to spot chimpanzees, hike the lush Bwindi National Park for rare mountain gorillas and explore Jinja's Nile. Discover the Big Five in Masai Mara, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater. Relax in Zanzibar then journey south and unwind by Lake Malawi. Pass through Zambia before reaching Livingstone to view the spectacular Victoria Falls.Overlanding Adventures39The 5 countries amazing. The driver and tour leader made for the job. Had an amazing group connection made travelling easy and enjoyable. The drive into Serengeti in the smaller vehicles was less than comfortable for me.
Gorillas & East Africa Explorer - 39 daysCAMPING SAFARI: Experience the best of five stunning African countries on a 39-day camping safari. Embark on a game drive at Lake Nakuru National Park, seeking lions, rhinos, and flamingos. Trek to spot chimpanzees, hike the lush Bwindi National Park for rare mountain gorillas and explore Jinja's Nile. Discover the Big Five in Masai Mara, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater. Relax in Zanzibar then journey south and unwind by Lake Malawi. Pass through Zambia before reaching Livingstone to view the spectacular Victoria Falls.Overlanding Adventures39Liked the Acacia Africa team and our tour mates. But very long days sitting in the truck (12-13 hours). An additional tour day or two would have been good to break those days and give us some chill out time at the destination.
Gorillas & East Africa Explorer - 39 daysCAMPING SAFARI: Experience the best of five stunning African countries on a 39-day camping safari. Embark on a game drive at Lake Nakuru National Park, seeking lions, rhinos, and flamingos. Trek to spot chimpanzees, hike the lush Bwindi National Park for rare mountain gorillas and explore Jinja's Nile. Discover the Big Five in Masai Mara, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater. Relax in Zanzibar then journey south and unwind by Lake Malawi. Pass through Zambia before reaching Livingstone to view the spectacular Victoria Falls.Overlanding Adventures39Liked the Acacia Africa team and our tour mates. But very long days sitting in the truck (12-13 hours). An additional tour day or two would have been good to break those days and give us some chill out time at the destination.
Uganda 15+ day itineraries at a glance
Trip and guiding style
Trips in Uganda in the 15+ day range run as fully guided group safaris, which is ideal when you’re covering multiple regions over a longer timeline. A tour leader stays with the group throughout, and a licensed two-person crew supports the trip, so travel days, key visits, and camp set-up are managed smoothly and consistently.
Accommodation
Accommodation is typically a blend of camping in two-person dome tents and simple rooms, including permanent tented accommodation in some locations. Certain itineraries may also include dorm stays, and if a planned property is unavailable, alternatives of a similar standard may be used to keep the route on track.
Trip pacing
Expect a medium pace that balances travel days with focused wildlife time, rather than racing between stops. Primate trekking days can feel more active, with uneven trails and longer periods on foot, and early starts are sometimes necessary to make the most of park hours and variable road conditions.
Frequently asked questions
What can you do in Uganda on a tour of 15 days or more?
Trips of 15 days and up featuring Uganda are long East Africa overland safaris. Routes link Uganda's Queen Elizabeth Park and Bwindi gorillas with Kenya's Masai Mara and the wider region. Uganda anchors the gorilla trekking leg.
Do long Uganda safaris visit other countries?
Yes, the longest trips link Uganda with Kenya and beyond. The gorillas of Bwindi sit alongside the great migration parks. It is a multi country overland safari.
Are 15 day plus Uganda safaris guided?
Yes, they run as fully guided overland safaris with a guide and crew. The format handles the long overland sections and the gorilla trek. Groups are small, capped at around 18.
How long are the longest Uganda safaris?
These extended trips run from around 18 days up to several weeks. The length reflects the East Africa distances. Uganda anchors the gorilla trekking.
How active is a long Uganda safari?
The activity level is moderate, with game drives and the forest hike to the gorillas. There is a minimum age of around 16. The pace follows the route.
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