How Much Does Uganda Safari Cost by Season? for 7 Days for a group of 7 people and a bove
How much does Uganda safari cost by season? The answer: From $900 in low season to $2500 in peak season for 7 Days Best of Uganda
Because Uganda has 3 seasons, the price changes a lot. Therefore, choosing the right season can save you $600 to $1000 for same safari
At Lena tours, we offer same great safari all year, but cost is cheaper in green and low season. Moreover, we give you private car even in low season – no sharing
So, let me break down exactly how much Uganda safari costs by season – dry season, shoulder season, and low season – so you can choose best season for your budget.
1. Uganda Safari Cost in Peak Season – June to August & December to February – MOST EXPENSIVE
Peak season is best weather, therefore most tourists come. As a result, lodges increase price by 40%.
How much does 7 Days Best of Uganda cost in peak season?
Budget Safari: $1500 per person sharing, $1900 solo private
Mid-Range Safari: $2000 per person sharing, $2500 solo
Luxury Safari: $3500 per person sharing, $4500 solo
What is included in cost?
For example, 7 Days Murchison + Kibale + Queen Elizabeth + Bwindi Gorillas includes:
Park entry fees: $45 per day x 4 days = $180
Gorilla permit: $800 per person (fixed all year)
Chimp permit: $250 per person (fixed)
Boat cruise Murchison & Kazinga: $60
Private 4×4 Land Cruiser with driver: $150 per day x 7 = $1050 shared
Accommodation: $150 per night mid-range x 6 = $900
Meals and water
Therefore, total mid-range cost $2000 per person makes sense.
Other safaris cost in peak season:
3 Days Murchison Big Five: $1500 sharing / $1550 solo
3 Days Bwindi Gorilla Trekking: $1800 sharing / $2000 solo – because permit $800 plus lodge high
1 Day Jinja: $750 same all year
Why peak season expensive? Because lodges fully booked, therefore they charge high. Moreover, you must book 3 months early.
Best for: First-time visitors who want best weather and don’t mind paying extra.
2. Uganda Safari Cost in Shoulder Season – September to November – BEST VALUE! My Favorite
Shoulder season is secret best value season Because weather still good – morning sunny, afternoon short rain – but lodges reduce price by 20%.
How much does 7 Days Best of Uganda cost in shoulder season?
Budget Safari: $800 per person sharing – Save $300, $1600 solo
Mid-Range Safari: $1700 per person sharing – Save $300, $2200 solo
Luxury Safari: $3000 per person sharing – Save $500, $4000 solo
Why shoulder season cheaper?
Firstly, lodges give 20% discount to fill rooms. Secondly, fewer tourists, therefore better service. Thirdly, same animals – actually more baby animals in Sept-Nov
For example, 7 Days Best of Uganda in October:
Same gorilla permit $800
Same chimp $250
But lodge $120 per night instead of $150 = save $180
Car hire $130 per day instead of $150 = save $140
As a result, you save $320 total but get same safari, Moreover, gorilla permits easier to get – book 1 month before.
Other safaris cost in shoulder season:
3 Days Bwindi Gorilla Trekking: $1050 sharing / $1250 solo – save $150
5 Days Gorillas and Wildlife: $1000 sharing / $1300 solo
Therefore, shoulder season is smartest choice for value! You get almost dry weather + low price!
Best for: Smart travelers, repeat visitors, those who want best value, gorilla trekking with short notice.
3. Uganda Safari Cost in Low Season – March to May – CHEAPEST! 40% Discount
Low season is cheapest season to visit Uganda. Because long rains March to May, many tourists fear rain. However, it rains only 2-3 hours afternoon, mornings sunny!
As a result, lodges give BIG discount – 40% off! Therefore, this is best season if you want cheapest Uganda safari cost.
How much does 7 Days Best of Uganda cost in low season?
Budget Safari: $900 per person sharing – Save $600, $1200 solo – CHEAPEST!
Mid-Range Safari: $1300 per person sharing – Save $700, $1800 solo
Luxury Safari: $2500 per person sharing – Save $1000!, $3200 solo
For example, 7 Days in April low season:
Lodge $90 per night instead of $150 = save $360
Car hire $100 per day instead of $150 = save $350
Some lodges give free upgrade
So, you save $700 total
Moreover, parks are green and beautiful – best for photography! In addition, Murchison Falls most powerful in April Furthermore, fewer tourists – you have park to yourself
Other safaris cost in low season:
3 Days Murchison Big Five: $300 sharing / $500 solo – cheapest Big Five!
3 Days Bwindi Gorilla Trekking: $950 sharing / $1150 solo – save $250!
3 Days Sipi Falls: $250 sharing / $350 solo
1 Day Tours: Same price all year – $80 to $150
Best for: Budget travelers, students, photographers, chimp tracking, those who want private safari cheap
4. What Makes Uganda Safari Cost Go Up or Down?
Firstly, Gorilla Permit is fixed $800 all year – does not change by season. though cheaper compared to Rwanda.
Secondly, Accommodation changes most by season. Because budget lodges $50 low, $80 peak. Mid-range $90 low, $150 peak. Luxury $200 low, $350 peak.
Thirdly, Car hire changes 20% by season.
Moreover, Number of people changes cost. For example, solo private costs 30% more than sharing because you pay full car alone. However, Lena tours matches solos to share and save!
In addition, Park fees fixed $45 per day all year – no change.
As a result, biggest saving in low season is lodge and car
Therefore, when comparing Uganda safari cost by season, ask what is included
6. Lena tours: Tips to Save Money by Season
Firstly, travel in low season March-May for cheapest cost – save 40%!
Secondly, travel in shoulder season Sept-Nov for best value – save 20% + good weather!
Thirdly, travel in group of 4 – cost per person drops because car shared. For example, 7 days peak $1500 sharing but if 4 people, car cost $262 each instead of $1050 solo!
Moreover, book early for peak season – lodges cheaper 3 months before.
In addition, combine Sipi Falls and Jinja with Murchison – cheaper than separate trips.
Finally, choose budget lodges – clean and comfortable but cheaper per night!
Which Season Should You Book to Save Money?
If you want cheapest Uganda safari cost: Choose March to May low season – $900 for 7 days!
If you want best value with good weather: Choose September to November shoulder – $1200 for 7 days! My recommendation!
If you want best weather and money not issue: Choose June-August peak – $1500 for 7 days!
Honestly, animals same all year! Therefore, why pay more? Smart travelers choose shoulder or low season with Lena tours.
Book Your Uganda Safari By Season with Lena Tours – Save Up to $700!
So, how much does Uganda safari cost by season? Now you know:
Low Season: $900 – CHEAPEST!
Shoulder: $1200 – BEST VALUE!
Peak: $1500 – BEST WEATHER!
Lena tours ready all year with same private 4×4 and great guides!
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