Affordable Safaris for Every Traveler (2025/2026)
Searching for the best cheap Uganda tours in 2025 or 2026? Uganda—home to breathtaking landscapes, rare mountain gorillas, and the powerful River Nile, Uganda provides some of the most economical safari experiences in Africa. Whether you’re traveling solo, as a couple, or in a group, you can have incredible wildlife encounters, discover vibrant culture, and explore breathtaking national parks without breaking the bank.
At Native Africa Tours, we focus on providing affordable safari packages that feature gorilla trekking, game drives, and cultural experiences, all at wallet-friendly rates. In this guide, we outline the best budget safaris in Uganda that maximize adventure and offer expert advice on traveling affordably in Uganda.
Native Africa Tours carefully curates its cheap Uganda tour packages to provide authentic, value-for-money experiences in this beautiful country’s most iconic safari destinations. Our range of cheap Uganda Tours includes unique packages for the Pearl of Africa, featuring safari destinations such as Murchison Falls, Bwindi Impenetrable, and Queen Elizabeth National Park. You can’t afford to miss out on any of Uganda’s unmissable safari experiences, either.
Cheap Uganda Tours’ best-value packages make it possible for travelers to experience some of the country’s top safari destinations for wildlife viewing and their breathtaking scenery, but for far less than you thought. We pared down the luxury element of these packages, yet they include classic safari destinations such as the must-visit Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, the iconic Murchison Falls, Queen Elizabeth, Kidepo Valley, and Kibale National Park that you don’t want to miss.
Why you should choose cheap Uganda Tours
Cheap Uganda Tours provide outstanding value, allowing visitors to experience Uganda’s rich biodiversity and phenomenal wildlife species without spending a fortune. Choosing Native Africa Tours’ cheap Uganda Tours guarantees you thrilling adventures, memorable wildlife encounters, and comfortable accommodations, all within your budget. With Uganda’s well-developed infrastructure, you can easily find tours that provide outstanding amenities and unforgettable safari experiences at a fraction of the cost of luxurious alternatives.
Our cheap Uganda Tours include the self-drive tours for independent travelers and allow visitors to explore the National Park at their own pace, while staying in budget Lodges and Camps. You can also book our camping tours for close-to-nature experiences. You can also try the group trips to reduce costs as they typically include shared accommodations, transport, and some activities, especially game drives, thus making it a wonderful, cost-effective option.
Tips on how to book cheap Uganda Tours
Stay longer in one safari destination
Domestic flights in Uganda (or any other African country) are quite costly, hence choosing just one safari destination to spend your entire trip is one of the best ways of cutting down on road transfers and domestic flights. Decide on destination based on what you hope to see and do on your Uganda Tour. For instance, if you want to track mountain gorillas, opt for Bwindi Impenetrable National Park or Mgahinga Gorilla National Park. If you want to see the Big Game and meet chimpanzees face-to-face, choose Queen Elizabeth National Park or Murchison Falls National Park; they offer these opportunities.
Travel to Uganda during the low and shoulder seasons
Uganda’s safari low seasons normally coincide with the country’s rainy/wet season. This means that rates for accommodations are lower during this time of the year. This is typically from about March to May, then November, while other destinations also include October.
Interestingly, the possibility of enjoying a cheaper Uganda Tour isn’t the only incentive of visiting Uganda during the low/Green season. It will interest you to know that the downpours transform the African bush and forest into verdant emerald landscapes that deliver jaw-dropping photography conditions. Also, there are fewer tourist crowds in most safari destinations and accommodations, thus providing the feeling of “having the destination to oneself”.
Choose the right safari destination.
Another way to book cheap Uganda Tours is by choosing the right destination that suits your budget. While this country is synonymous with unforgettable safaris but a trip to some destinations is costly because of high park fees and vast distances to cover between these places.
For instance, while Budongo Forest offers a cheaper chimpanzee tour than Kibale National Park, you can also choose options like Kyambura Gorge (in Queen Elizabeth National Park) or Kalinzu Forest.
However, much as Kidepo National Park can be a much cheaper Uganda Tour compared to Murchison Falls and Queen Elizabeth National Parks, it is rather remote and best accessed via charter flights, hence increasing your safari expenses. The cheaper Uganda Tour destinations are those that are easily accessible, offer plenty of choice of activities, and charge for certain activities in local currency (Uganda Shillings) rather than US Dollars. With incredible infrastructure for self-drive tours and camping options, Murchison Falls, Lake Mburo, and Queen Elizabeth National Parks are more geared for cheap Uganda Tours.
Book your Uganda Tour with a local Tour Operator.
Booking your Uganda Tour with a credible Uganda-based Tour Operator like Native Africa Tours not only provides you better safari rates but also ensures we book only a thoughtfully curated list of services—accommodation, domestic flights (where needed), and ground transportation. We provide 24/7 professional support on the ground, not at a customer center in another time zone.
Think of undertaking a self-drive trip.
Are you an independent visitor or perhaps an adventurous family looking to enjoy cheap Uganda Tours? Then allow us to introduce you to our self-drive Tours that not only provide a cheaper safari experience but also the freedom to explore at your own pace. Renting safari vehicles in Uganda is straightforward, hence making it possible to explore the stunning destinations marked by wonderful infrastructures such as good road networks and National Park.
Be ready to compromise on luxury.
Compromising on the level of luxury at your chosen accommodation brings down safari costs. For instance, you can decide to stay at a midrange Tented Camp instead of a luxurious safari lodge as a way of enjoying an authentic and cheap Uganda Tour. Do you know the added experience of sleeping under canvas in the African wilderness? However, this doesn’t mean you should rough it, as most of the Tented Camps booked by Native Africa Tours have amenities such as warm showers, flushing eco-toilets, comfortable beds with clean linen, delicious meals, and even swimming pools.
Sample cheap Uganda Tour packages for 2025/2026
Murchison Falls National Park budget tour
- Duration: 3 days.
- Price: starting from $1300 per person.
- Highlights: Experience Uganda’s largest and oldest National Park, known for the “World’s most powerful waterfalls” on a budget. This package includes game drives, boat cruises, comfortable budget lodge accommodation, and the chance to see the Big Five game (because it includes a stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary).
- What’s included: 2 nights’ accommodation with full board meals where applicable, morning and afternoon game drives with experienced safari guides, optional activities (night game drives, bush walks) for an additional fee.
- Why choose this package: This trip is ideal for first-time travelers and wildlife enthusiasts yearning for a cheaper way to explore Murchison Falls National Park.
Cheap Tour to Bwindi National Park
Duration: 3 days.
Price: starting from $1600 per person.
Highlights: Track one of the habituated gorilla families in Bwindi National Park. This cheap package includes a gorilla permit, transport, community tours, and simple yet comfortable accommodations.
Experience: Gorilla trekking and Batwa tours.
What’s included: accommodation in one of the budget lodges, gorilla permit, full board meals where applicable, Batwa cultural tour, ground transportation, services of an experience safari guide, bottled water, and relevant government taxes. The package excludes drinks, cigarettes, souvenir shopping, and other personal expenses.
Why choose this package: Ideal for primate lovers looking for an affordable trip with a focus on getting up close and personal with the mountain gorillas in their natural habitat?
Conclusively, cheap Uganda Tours provide an incredible opportunity to experience this spectacular country’s rich wildlife and breathtaking scenery without breaking the bank. Whether you wish for a camping trip, self-drive tour, or group tour, Native Africa Tours provides plenty of cheap Uganda Tours’ options for memorable experiences. Ready to plan your cheap Uganda Tour? Talk to our safari experts!
