Papyrus Lodge

Uganda, more than just gorillas

Explore Uganda’s wildlife and communities on a rewarding safari.

11 days

Safari Wildlife & Nature

from £5,805 pp

Nile & Wilderness

Feel the force of Uganda and its wild places.

3 days

from £6,462 pp

Ultimate Uganda

Track wild gorillas and discover Uganda’s untamed beauty, from thundering waterfalls to unforgettable wildlife encounters.

7 days

from £9,980 pp

Active Uganda

An adrenaline-filled adventure through Uganda’s wildest landscapes.

15 days

from £9,146 pp

Birdwatching in Uganda

Explore Uganda's wild and varied birdlife.

15 days

Wildlife & Nature

from £9,250 pp

Gorillas, Safari & Beach

Trek with gorillas in Uganda and unwind on the white-sand beaches of Zanzibar.

15 days

from £7,765 pp

Quirky excursions

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Visit the Uganda Wildlife Education Centre

A visit to the Uganda Wildlife Education Centre is well worthwhile for visitors wanting to explore in their first afternoon in the country. Set on 72 acres of land on the shores of Lake Victoria, the centre was established in 1994 with a remit to rescue and rehabilitate wildlife. The 'behind the scenes tour' provides a fascinating insight the work the centre does in looking after its residents on a day to day basis,or there is a Chimpanzee Up Close tour for a chance to assist the staff with their work with the Chimpanzees.

Rhino Tracking

A trip to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary can be arranged as a day trip from Kampala, or as a highlight of the transfer drive between the city and Murchison Falls. The sanctuary is located on a 7,000 hectare reserve, and is the headquarters of Rhino Fund Uganda, who have established a successful breeding program with a longterm view of relocating the rhino back into protected areas within Uganda. Approaching rhino on foot is a awe-inspiring experience, as your guides and trackers get you to a position where you can watch the rhino up-close without affecting their movements. Depending on the behaviour and mood of the animals on the day, the overall activity (including time to locate them) is around 1.5-2.5 hours. Other wildlife can be seen in the reserve too - keep a look out for Ugandan kob, bushbuck and waterbuck.

Trip to Ngamba Island Chimp Sanctuary

Catch a boat across from Entebbe to the forested 100 acre Ngamba Island, home to approximately 45 orphaned who now co-habitat together in conditions as close to the wild as possible. The chimps are free to roam the island and visitors get a tour of the sanctuary as well as the chance to be present when the chimps approach for morning and afternoon feeding. The trip takes the form of a half day tour (either as part of a group or on a private basis) or there is the opportunity to upgrade your visit, shadowing the caretakers of the island as the look after the chimpanzees and go about their daily tasks.

Birding safaris

With National Parks boasting up to 600 species, it is safe to say that bird-watchers are well catered for in Uganda! Let us know if you are particularly interested in birding - we can arrange for you to spend time with specialist guides to make the most of your time.