Best Tailor-Made Uganda Safaris for 2026
Are you looking for the best tailor-made Uganda Safaris for 2026? Look no further than offers from Native Africa Tours. Whether you are an avid traveller or a first-time voyager, Uganda has something for you. 2026 is a year when everyone is eager to explore the world. You might be one of those travellers planning to take a vacation in East Africa in 2026. Native Africa Tours offers tailor-made safaris that have gained popularity in the past years. These safaris offer an opportunity for tourists to conquer the landscapes and beauty of Uganda, commonly known as “The Pearl of Africa”. As we look towards 2026, tailor-made safaris in Uganda are gaining popularity, offering personalised and immersive experiences that cater to individual preferences. Here are some of the best tailor-made Uganda safaris you can book for the upcoming year.
Gorilla Trekking Safaris in Southwestern Uganda
Did you know that Uganda is home to almost half of the world’s mountain gorilla population? These majestic apes live in what is commonly known as the “Virunga Conservation Area”. The Virunga Conservation Area is a chain of rainforests and volcanic mountains stretching all the way from southwestern Uganda to northern Rwanda and the eastern parts of the Democratic Republic of Congo. Additionally, this area comprises national parks like Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Mgahinga Gorilla National Park, Volcanoes National Park, and Virunga National Park. Bwindi and Mgahinga Parks are found in Uganda. On the other hand, Volcanoes National Park and Virunga National Park are located in Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo, respectively.
A typical tailor-made safari in Uganda, focusing on gorilla trekking, takes you all the way to either Bwindi Impenetrable National Park or Mgahinga Gorilla National Park. These parks provide excellent views of these giant primates and the landscape as well. You may decide to tailor your Uganda gorilla trekking tour to start from Kigali or Kampala. Those who start from Rwanda cut their journey short since it takes approximately 3 to 4 hours to drive from Kigali to Bwindi National Park and Mgahinga National Park. Those who start their gorilla safaris from Kampala enjoy the endless beauty of Uganda. They have the opportunity to take photos and conduct experiments at the Uganda Equator.
A sample itinerary for the best tailor-made Uganda Safari for 2026
Below is one of the best tailor-made Uganda safaris for 2026, focusing on gorilla trekking. This can be started from either Kampala or Kigali, depending on your travel plans.
Day 1: Arrival in Kampala or Kigali and transfer to Bwindi or Mgahinga parks.
Upon arrival at the airport, you will be met by our professional driver guide. Our guides usually speak English, but on request, we can provide a French-speaking guide or any other language-speaking guide to make your Uganda safari easier and memorable.
Meet and greet and hit the road to one of Uganda’s gorilla trekking destinations. From Kampala, you drive for a few kilometres and stop at the equator for photography and experiments. Here, you get a chance to step into the two hemispheres of the Earth at the same time. You will then proceed with the drive through rolling hills, urban centres and lush green vegetation. Lunch and washroom stopovers will be made as well. Upon arrival at your booked accommodation, you will be greeted by traditional dancers and hospitable Ugandans. Check into your lodge, have dinner and spend the night.
Day 2: Gorilla trekking and optional Batwa community tours
This is the day everyone is always waiting for. It is that day of your Uganda safari when you will be amazed by the gentle giants of the land. The day starts with an early breakfast (either hot Ugandan coffee or tea). Later on, you go to the park headquarters for a briefing. Before the briefing, you are welcomed by traditional dancers. These women have earned a living from gorilla trekking since its inception. Thanks to the Uganda Wildlife Authority for its sustainability efforts.
After the briefing, you will be assigned an armed ranger and a gorilla trekking family. Gorillas live in groups of about 10 members or so. These groups are known as gorilla families. The real adventure begins. You and your fellow 7 other trekkers start walking through the forests in search of these giant apes. Gorilla trekking takes between 2 to 8 hours, depending on how fast trekkers walk and the location of a particular gorilla family. Thanks to the expertise of the rangers. It will not take many hours before you meet the gorilla family.
Upon meeting the gorilla family, you will be allowed to spend one hour in their presence. It is during this hour that you take photos as you watch the gorillas dine, mate, and play. Later, you are taken back to the starting point. Here, you will be awarded a gorilla trekking certificate. In the afternoon, those who wish, visit a Batwa family and enjoy some traditional activities.
Day 3: Transfer to Kampala or Kigali
Goodbyes are not the best, but they are inevitable! You will wake up to a delicious breakfast at your accommodation facility. Later on, check out of the lodge and start the journey back to either Kampala or Kigali, as you may advise. Lunch stopovers will be made. Our driver-guide will take you to an agreed point. This is usually a hotel or airport for your outbound flight. This will mark the end of your best tailor-made Uganda gorilla trekking safari in 2026.
Other than the gorillas, what does Uganda have to offer in 2026?
Although Uganda safaris have been dominated by tailor-made gorilla trekking safaris, there is a lot to be seen in 2026. Some of these safaris include visiting other national parks. Uganda has 10 national parks. Some of these offer the best tailor-made safaris for 2026. Examples include: Kibale National Park, Queen Elizabeth National Park, Murchison Falls National Park, Lake Mburo National Park, and Kidepo Valley National Park. Hundreds of safaris can be tailor-made from these parks to suit your travel plans in 2026. For instance, you may choose our tailor-made 10-Day Uganda Safari. This safari comes with a combination of activities like gorilla trekking, game drives, boat cruises, community tours, nature walks, and chimpanzee trekking.
Did you know you can tailor your Uganda Safari with an expert?
Tailoring your best Uganda safaris in 2026 can be done from your home or office. Native Africa Tours has made life easy for all safari planners. You don’t need an agent or a safari expert to do this. Simply contact our team and tailor the best Uganda safari in 2026. This comes with travel advice that is free of charge. Doing this ensures that you know all the details of your safari. You will be advised on what to pack for the safari. More so, we tell you the best time to do a Uganda safari. We can’t wait to see you!
