How to Book a Uganda Safari?

Booking a safari to Uganda can be daunting. Wondering how to book a Uganda Safari? Get all essential guiding steps or tips on how to book a safari in Uganda.

First, identify the tour operator, packages that suit your budget and travel interest. Choose exciting activities, destination (s), confirm your booking, book with ease online, book your accommodation and means of transport.

A safari in Uganda is a perfect way to unearth the country’s unusual wonders. In order for you to successfully explore what Uganda holds for her nature enthusiast, a safari or trip/tour must be booked.

There are many ways to use to book a safari holiday. But here are essential guiding steps or tips one should take into consideration when booking a Uganda safari. 

How to book a Uganda safari with ease -Essential guiding steps/tips to take

Identify/determine the tour company/travel agency to deal with.

In the world full of scammers today, investing time searching online different safari/tour companies or agencies to book your holiday is essential.

When choosing the company to deal with, there are key elements that you can put into consideration including trustworthiness, reputation, recognition –is the company/agency registered; is it a member of the Association of Uganda Tour Operators (AUTO).

As you search for the ideal company, do not forget to read through the past reviews from the previous travelers –usually available on Trip Advisor or Safari Booking.

The different suggestions from the previous guests can guide you on whether to book Uganda safaris with the same company or not. You get to know if you are dealing with the right company or not. 

Feel free to contact Maranatha Tours and Travel to help you plan and book your Uganda safari holiday.

Determine the safari package:

Every visitor has their travel preferences and the different packages displayed on the company website target various categories of guests. You choose what fits your travel dreams without forgetting your budget.

Usually, safari packages come in 3 distinct forms including budget, midrange and luxury. Each safari package comes with its own offers which a client stands to enjoy from. 

Length of stay:

The kind of safari package you choose should be guided by the length of your stay. Trip plans usually cover short and long trips; whereby you can embark on a short tour that is from 1 day to 4 days for instance a 3 day gorilla tour to Bwindi/Mgahinga Gorilla National Park; 3 days Murchison Falls tour and others.

The long tours run from 5 days to 30+ days. Note, spending more days in a destination like Uganda presents you a great chance to explore the country’s abundant attractions unlike short trips that may limit you to fewer sites.

How to Book a Uganda Safari? – Confirm

Now that you already have a safari package, next is to send an inquiry or you can reach out to the reservation team by calling.

In the shortest period, you will have feedback, especially confirming availability of your requested dates. At this point, the tour operator ensures that the dates you want or wish to be at the destination are available and they match.

The key factors that are put into consideration include availability of gorilla permits in case you are interested in gorilla trekking in Uganda (Bwindi Impenetrable National Park or in Mgahinga Gorilla National Park).

Chimpanzee permits (in case of chimp trekking in Kibale National Park, Kyambura Gorge, Budongo Forest and others).

An advance payment:

Considering the fact that there are multiple things to be cleared before your actual visit, the tour operator will require you to make a deposit as per the standards of the company. This is to allow the company to book gorilla permits, lodges or accommodation choices, transportation and others. 

To have the rest of the processes/steps aimed at having your safari booked, your details and information will be required. Once everything is booked, you can be notified, and remember that the balance for your trip should be cleared later when you get into the country to start your holiday.

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Pick your desired destination:

Uganda is a destination full of multiple options for holidaymakers to realize their travel dreams. 10 National Parks are all open for tourism and each has something unique for you to experience.

You choose a destination that is in line with what you intend to do and for instance, visitors interested in gorilla trekking can opt for Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and Mgahinga Gorilla National Park. 

Game viewing tours in savannas are best enjoyed in Murchison Falls National Park, Lake Mburo National Park, Queen Elizabeth National Park and Kidepo Valley National Park.

If you are an enthusiastic climber/hiker, then the must-visit places include the Rwenzori Mountains National Park and Mgahinga Gorilla National Park.

How to Book a Uganda Safari? Safari activities:

When booking a safari to Uganda, the safari activities shouldn’t be left out. They are a must-have because they define why you are traveling to the destination.

There are multiple safari activities worth considering on a Uganda safari including gorilla trekking –the premier adventure.

Other activities include Golden monkey tracking, chimpanzee tracking, game drives, boat cruise, birding or bird watching, mountaineering, community visits or cultural tours. 

Choose and book the right accommodation 

Accommodation choices shouldn’t be left out when booking a safari to Uganda. They make a trip complete and when choosing where to stay, always consider options close to where you intend to begin your activities or adventures.

This should be done regardless of the destination. Top lodges to choose on a Uganda safari include Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge, Mahogany Springs Lodge, Chobe Safari Lodge, Mweya Safari Lodge, Paraa Safari Lodge and Primate Lodge. 

Book the right ride:

Getting to and from your desired destination is essential. It is a must to book a means of transportation early before the actual date of visiting Uganda for a vacation. Luckily, when you book a safari to Uganda with us, we ensure that all the key components of a trip including transportation are fully booked.