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Uganda

Uganda · Bwindi, Murchison Falls, Jinja

Uganda, the Pearl of Africa

Gorilla trekking, waterfalls and the source of the Nile

We plan Uganda trips around permits, park drives and comfortable lodges.

Uganda travel
EBBEntebbe airport
GorillasTrek permits needed
NileRafting at Jinja
Smart Holidays · Uganda desk

Why permits shape a Uganda trip

Gorilla permits sell out, so dates come first.

We secure permits early, then build parks and lodges around them.

  • Entry and e-visa guidance
  • Flights into Entebbe
  • Lodges near the parks
  • Drivers and guides
Explore Uganda

Four stops worth planning in Uganda

Bwindi
01

Bwindi

Mountain gorilla trekking

Murchison Falls
02

Murchison Falls

Boat trips and big game

Queen Elizabeth
03

Queen Elizabeth

Tree-climbing lions and lakes

Jinja
04

Jinja

Rafting on the Nile

Before Uganda

Entry notes for Uganda

Entry for Uganda

Many visitors apply for an e-visa online before travel.

Best time

Dry months, Dec–Feb and Jun–Sep, are easiest for trekking.

Health and vaccines

Proof of yellow fever vaccination is commonly required. Check with a travel clinic.

What we ask you to bring for Uganda

  • Passport with validity for Uganda
  • Return ticket for Uganda
  • Itinerary outline for Uganda
  • Yellow fever certificate

Your Uganda timeline

  • Pick your dates. Permits first.
  • We confirm entry. E-visa and health needs.
  • We book. Flights, lodges and drivers.

Visa note for Uganda: approval is decided by the embassy or immigration authority. Smart Holidays Limited offers guidance only and cannot guarantee a result, and we confirm current rules before you apply.

Uganda services

Everything for your Uganda journey

Flights to Uganda

Toronto to Entebbe, usually with one connection.

Uganda entry guidance

E-visa guidance and form reminders.

Stays in Uganda

Safari lodges and lakeside camps.

Extras for Uganda

Gorilla permits, drivers and park fees.

Uganda FAQ

Uganda: quick answers

Do I need a permit to see gorillas?+

Yes, and they sell out. We recommend booking early.

How many days do I need?+

Seven to ten days cover gorillas and one safari park.

Ready for Uganda?

Tell us your dates and we will secure the permits.

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