Family-Friendly Uganda Safari
5 days—Experience the wild beauty of Uganda with your family on this 5-day family-friendly private safari to Murchison Falls, Queen Elizabeth and Lake Mburo
$2000-3000 USD
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Safari summary
Experience the wild beauty of Uganda with your family on this 5-day family-friendly private safari to Murchison Falls, Queen Elizabeth, and Lake Mburo National Parks. Designed for families with young explorers, this tour balances wildlife viewing, nature learning, fun activities, and downtime — all at a pace that works for kids.
From seeing the powerful Murchison Falls, to spotting tree-climbing lions in Queen Elizabeth, and enjoying a walking or horseback safari in Lake Mburo, this adventure offers unforgettable moments for both parents and children. All lodges are family-friendly, and your private safari guide is experienced in working with families.
About this tour
| Tour type | Custom, tailor-made, private | |
| Main focus | Game drives | |
| Activity level | Easy activity | |
| Best months | All months | |
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| Parks | ||
| Accesibility |
This tour is modifiable for those with limited mobility.
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Fine details
Safari highlights
- Boat, canoe, dhow, kayak, mokoro safari
- Cultural visits—orphanages, markets, schools
- Wildlife sanctuaries
What’s included?
- Accommodation
- Airport transfers
- All drinks
- Internal flights
- Laundry
- Meals
- Park fees
- Private vehicle and driver
What’s not included?
- International flights
- Premium alcoholic beverages
- Spa treatments
- Tips and gratuities
- Visas
Itinerary
Entebbe – to Murchison Falls
Murchison Falls
Pickup from Kampala or Entebbe in a private 4x4 safari vehicle. Stopover at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for optional rhino tracking (children aged 6+). Continue to Murchison Falls National Park, Uganda’s largest protected area. Visit the Top of the Falls, where the Nile crashes through a 7-meter gorge. Check-in and overnight at a child-friendly lodge.
Murchison Falls
Game Drive & Nile Boat Safari
Murchison Falls | Queen Elizabeth
Early morning game drive in northern Murchison — spot giraffes, elephants, lions, warthogs, and more. Midday boat cruise on the Nile to the base of the falls — hippos, crocodiles, and elephants along the river delight young ones. Afternoon transfer toward Queen Elizabeth area, with overnight stop in Hoima or Fort Portal.
Fortportal
Queen Elizabeth National Park
Queen Elizabeth
Scenic drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park via crater lakes region (optional photo stops). Evening game drive in the Kasenyi plains to spot buffaloes, elephants, and maybe lions. Check-in at a family-friendly lodge with open space and safe play areas.
Queen Elizabeth
Boat Cruise to Mburo
Lake Mburo | Queen Elizabeth
Morning boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel — close-up views of hippos, water birds, buffaloes, and crocodiles are great fun for kids. Drive to Lake Mburo National Park (Uganda’s smallest savannah park) through local villages. Optional evening nature walk or lodge-based activities for kids.
Lake Mburo
Walking Safari and departure
Lake Mburo
Choose between: A guided walking safari with rangers (children 5+). Or horseback safari (ideal for kids aged 10+) for a fun, active experience. Return drive to Kampala or Entebbe with a stop at the Equator crossing for family photos and souvenirs. Drop-off at hotel or airport for departure.
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