Crater Lakes Exploration Tour (Classic!)Experience the breathtaking views of 9 crater lakes in the area. Tour includes a visit to the crater lakes and lava pipe (called "Mwitampungu" which means "a place that kills eagles") which is a volcanic hole that automatically sucks birds in flight and later releases them in an upward curve. We will also visit the local communities and several scenic view points.
Duration: 5 hours Price: 75,000 UGX per person (~USD20)* For those with young children, the elderly, or just pressed for time, we also offer a shorter walk which includes 3-4 crater lakes accessed through community farmlands and homesteads, and several amazing view points. Duration: 3 hours Price: 55,000 UGX per person (~USD15)*. 45,000 UGX per person for a group of at least 7 people. |
Mahoma Falls Tour (Classic!)We visit 4-5 crater lakes and the Mahoma falls. Mahoma Falls is located next to Lake Mwamba in Kabarole District. Don't miss your chance to take a refreshing "Power Shower" under the waterfall!
Duration: 3-4 hours Price: 75,000 UGX per person (including entrance fees) (~USD20)* |
Motorcycle TourThis boda boda adventure includes a visit to 13 crater lakes with excellent views. Take a ride off the beaten trucks, through farmlands, crater lakes, the lava pipe, and banana plantations.
Duration: 4-5 hours (half day) Price: 75,000 UGX per person (includes fuel, motorbike hire, driver, and guide fees) (~USD20)* |
"Top Of The World" TourHike to the Top of the World viewpoint. Views along this tour include Kibale National park known as "The Primate Capital of the world", three crater lakes, Lake George, Rwenzori mountain range, Savanna plains of Queen Elizabeth National Park, and local communities.
Duration: 3 hours (walking). Transport can also be arranged if requested. Price: 42,000 UGX per person (including entrance fee) (~USD11)* |
Tea Farm TourTea is one of the major Uganda's cash crops grown for both export and local consumption. On this tour,
we take you through beautiful Tea estates as well as the beautiful forested landscapes of Kibale national park. The tour gives you an opportunity to learn all about tea growing and the techniques involved. You will also have the opportunity to actively participate in Tea plucking. This tour is more exciting from Mondays to Saturdays during working hours. Duration: 3 hours Price: 58,000 UGX per person (includes entrance to tea plantation)(~USD15)* |
Vanilla Farm TourDid you know that Vanilla is the most expensive spices and the only edible orchid in the world? Find out more about vanilla as we visit a local expert vanilla farmer and learn how this plant is grown, pollinated, and harvested
Duration: 3 hours Price: 58,000 UGX (includes entrance to vanilla farm) (~USD15)* |
Rwenzori Mountains Hotspring (Popular!)The tour starts with a 1hr 30min drive to the starting point. Hiking up to the lower ranges of the mountain takes about 2hrs, where you can enjoy panoramic views of the foothills and Rwenzori mountains National Park. Enjoy a relaxing bath in the hot springs with 3 sets of pools offering hot, warm and ice cold baths. You can also place eggs to boil in the springs!
Duration: 1 Day Price: USD130 in total for a group of 1-3 people. USD35 for every additional person after that. (includes car hire, fuel, driver's allowance and entrance fees)* If transport is not required, USD80 in total for a group of 1-3 people. |
Rwenzori Mountains Mini Hike (Popular!)This tour in the Rwenzori National Park includes a hike up to 3012m above sea level. We pass a few local communities on the way to the Park.
Duration: 1 Day Price: 130USD per person (includes car hire, driver, fuel, guide and park entrance fees)* Or 100USD per person for a group of 4 people if you have your own car (includes park entrances)* |
Canoeing/Kayaking TourCanoe or kayak on the famous Lake Nyinambuga (emblazoned on the 20,000UGX note) or Lake Mwamba, and enjoy the beautiful landscapes, water birds and sounds of nature. Each canoe sits a maximum of two people, and 2 canoes are available. Each kayak sits two people (recommended to have 2 people per kayak), and 2 kayaks are available.
Duration: 2-3 hours Price: 115,000 UGX per canoe (includes canoe hire and entry fees) (~USD30)* 78,000 UGX per kayak (includes kayak hire and entry fees) (~USD20)* |
Mountain Bike TourExplore the beautiful landscape around Kibale National Park and the crater lakes with mountain bike. Cycle along single tracks through small villages and farms together with a local guide. Helmets, guide and high quality mountain bikes are included. Please note that the mountain bikes are only available with a guide and cannot be rented independently.
Duration: Half Day (5 hours) or Full Day (8 hours) Price: 15USD per person per bike (Half Day), 25USD per person per bike (Full Day) |
Farm-to-table Food TourWe visit a local family to learn about local food recipes typical for an African kitchen. Then it’s out to pick raw materials directly from the farm to bring home and participate directly in the preparations. Sit around the table with the host family and enjoy the taste of African food prepared by yourself!
Duration: 5 hours Price: 115,000 UGX (includes entrance to vanilla farm) (~USD30)* |
Monkey Village TourTake a walk in Monkey’s Paradise, a beautiful forest area inhabited by different 4 species of monkeys native to the region; Red tailed monkeys, Red colobus monkeys, Black faced vervet monkeys, Black and White Colobus monkeys. While on the walk, we will also reveal some secrets on how locals used herbs to cure tropical diseases.
Duration: 3 hours Price: 55,000 UGX per person (or USD15 if paid in USD) (includes entrance fees to the nature reserve) |
Tooro Kingdom Palace Tour (New in 2019!)Fort portal lies at the heart of Tooro, the youngest of Uganda’s traditional Kingdoms, and ruled by the world’s youngest monarch. Visit the Tooro King's palace at Karuzika Hill overlooking Fort Portal, and learn more about the culture and history through generations of kings.
Duration: 2-3 hours Price: 58,000 UGX per person (~USD15) |
Things to bring for the tours: Sun-tan Lotion, towel (for the waterfalls and hotspring and canoeing), water bottle, good walking shoes.
*Payment can be made in either UGX or USD.
*All prices are based on current information and may be subject to change. For currency conversion: http://themoneyconverter.com/USD/UGX.aspx
*Lunch is not included in the price but can be arranged.
*Pickup to/from Fort Portal and Rwiahamba can be arranged.
*Changes in itinerary to suit time schedules can be arranged.
*Payment can be made in either UGX or USD.
*All prices are based on current information and may be subject to change. For currency conversion: http://themoneyconverter.com/USD/UGX.aspx
*Lunch is not included in the price but can be arranged.
*Pickup to/from Fort Portal and Rwiahamba can be arranged.
*Changes in itinerary to suit time schedules can be arranged.
Chimpanzee Tracking Tour
Chimpanzee tracking is one of the most exciting and popular experiences in this region. Kibale Forest National Park s known to be the Primates capital of the world. Prices include Chimpanzee tracking permits and Guide (excludes food and water).
Duration: 6hrs
Price: USD250 per person* (excluding transport). Transport can be arranged separately upon request.
Duration: 6hrs
Price: USD250 per person* (excluding transport). Transport can be arranged separately upon request.
Queen Elizabeth National Park Safari
A specially tailored Safari for Budget Travelers. Queen Elizabeth National Park is Uganda's most visited national park, with 95 species of mammal and over 500 species of birds. Some the animals that call the park home include cape buffaloes, hippopotami, crocodiles, elephants, leopards, Congo lions, and chimpanzees. The tour is 1 day and 1 night with the following itinerary:
• Leave Fort Portal Day 1 and arrival at noon at Queen Elizabeth National Park
• Boat cruise
• Overnight stay at Thembo Safari Lodge
• Early morning game drive Katunguru-Kasenyi sector on Day 2
• Lunch and travel back to Fortportal
Price: USD300 per person (USD260 per person if in a group of 3 or more)*
Prices include Entrance fees to the park, Game drive, Boat Cruise, Car, Fuel, Driver, Guide allowances, Accommodation and Meals
• Leave Fort Portal Day 1 and arrival at noon at Queen Elizabeth National Park
• Boat cruise
• Overnight stay at Thembo Safari Lodge
• Early morning game drive Katunguru-Kasenyi sector on Day 2
• Lunch and travel back to Fortportal
Price: USD300 per person (USD260 per person if in a group of 3 or more)*
Prices include Entrance fees to the park, Game drive, Boat Cruise, Car, Fuel, Driver, Guide allowances, Accommodation and Meals
Best Of Uganda Tour (LATEST!)
Uganda Crater Lakes Tours is proud to present an all-inclusive tour which showcases the best of Uganda!
Highlights of the tour include:
• A visit to 5 National Parks in Uganda
Queen Elizabeth National Park, Murchison Falls National Park, Kibale National Park, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and Lake Mburo National Park
• 2 Day Game Drive (Safari), 1 Evening Game Drive (Safari), 1 River Safari and 2 Boat Cruises
• Gorilla Trekking at Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
• Chimpanzee Trekking at Kibale
• Ishasha Tree Climbing Lions
• Cultural/Community walks
See the tour itinerary for more details. Please contact us if you are any questions or requests, we are happy to hear from you and help!
• A visit to 5 National Parks in Uganda
Queen Elizabeth National Park, Murchison Falls National Park, Kibale National Park, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and Lake Mburo National Park
• 2 Day Game Drive (Safari), 1 Evening Game Drive (Safari), 1 River Safari and 2 Boat Cruises
• Gorilla Trekking at Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
• Chimpanzee Trekking at Kibale
• Ishasha Tree Climbing Lions
• Cultural/Community walks
See the tour itinerary for more details. Please contact us if you are any questions or requests, we are happy to hear from you and help!
best_of_uganda_tour.pdf |
Testimonials
"Noah is an amazing guide, actually way more than a guide: A jack of all trades. Guide, friend, waiter, translator - but always funny, with a great sense of humor, incredible knowledge and kindness. You can really tell he loves his job, he loves the people he is guiding and he loves his land and the country. Highly recommended!" ~ Doris N. (Austria) "Absolutely brilliant walk! The guidance of Noah is simply awesome, as you feel home from the first second." ~ Denny E. (Germany) "Noah was great and the views were amazing!!" ~ Sophie S. (UK) For more reviews, visit our Tripadvisor page! |