Safari Style Guide

Classic Game Drive in
Uganda

179 tours avg $3303/person 7.2 days avg 4.9 ★

Uganda's classic game drives centre on Queen Elizabeth National Park and Murchison Falls. Queen Elizabeth offers tree-climbing lions in the Ishasha sector and boat safaris on the Kazinga Channel, while Murchison delivers thundering waterfalls and Rothschild giraffe sightings. The game-drive experience here is wilder and less crowded than East Africa's more famous circuits.

What to expect

Classic Game Drive Highlights in Uganda

● Queen Elizabeth tree-climbing lions
● Murchison Falls and Nile boat safari
● Kidepo Valley — Africa's most remote park

Pricing

Classic Game Drive Pricing by Comfort Level

Basic

avg $1271

from $495 · 24 tours

Standard

avg $1842

from $605 · 58 tours

Comfort

avg $3578

from $308 · 51 tours

Luxury

avg $5830

from $1080 · 44 tours

Ultra-Luxury

avg $7470

from $6900 · 2 tours

Where to go

Best Parks for Classic Game Drive in Uganda

★ Queen Elizabeth National Park

68 classic game drive tours · Uganda

Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

47 classic game drive tours · Uganda

Masai Mara National Reserve

16 classic game drive tours · Kenya

Ngorongoro Conservation Area

10 classic game drive tours · Tanzania

Serengeti National Park

10 classic game drive tours · Tanzania

Volcanoes National Park

6 classic game drive tours · Rwanda

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Top Classic Game Drive Tours in Uganda

Frena Adventures

3-Day Kibale Chimp and Queen Elizabeth Wildlife Safari

3 days basic 5.0★

From $990

Frena Adventures

3-Day Murchison Big Five Wildlife Safari

3 days basic 5.0★

From $825

Frena Adventures

4-Day Murchison, Rhino Tracking and Chimp Tracking Tour

4 days basic 5.0★

From $1,287

Frena Adventures

2-Day Murchison Big 5 Savannah Safari

2 days basic 5.0★

From $616

Safari 2 Gorilla Tours

2-Day Uganda Rhino Tracking Trip, Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary

2 days basic 5.0★

From $495

Safari 2 Gorilla Tours

1-Day Chimpanzee Tracking and Rhino Encounter Uganda

1 days comfort 5.0★

From $440

Safari 2 Gorilla Tours

1-Day Kibale National Park Chimp Trek and Bigodi Tour

1 days comfort 5.0★

From $495

Safari 2 Gorilla Tours

1-Day Chimpanzee Sanctuary and Botanical Gardens Tour

1 days comfort 5.0★

From $385

Wild Uganda

7-Day Luxury, Whale Watching & Swimning with Dolphins

7 days luxury 5.0★

From $2,970

Likana Safaris Uganda

3-Day Uganda's Safari to Murchison Falls National Park

3 days standard 5.0★

From $980

Meanda Uganda

7-Day Big Five and Kidepo, Private Overland Style

7 days basic 5.0★

From $2,915

Deep End Tours and Safaris

3-Day Murchison Falls Roaring and Rhino Safari

3 days basic 5.0★

From $1,144

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Frequently asked questions

Classic Game Drive in Uganda FAQ

What is a classic game drive in Uganda?

How much does a classic game drive in Uganda cost?

Classic Game Drive safaris in Uganda average $3303 per person, ranging from $308 to $13995. The average duration is 7.2 days across 179 tours. Compare all options on SafariPicked.

Which parks are best for classic game drive in Uganda?

Top parks for classic game drive in Uganda: Queen Elizabeth National Park (68 tours), Bwindi Impenetrable Forest (47 tours), Masai Mara National Reserve (16 tours), Ngorongoro Conservation Area (10 tours), Serengeti National Park (10 tours).

How long should a classic game drive in Uganda be?

The average classic game drive in Uganda is 7.2 days. Shorter 3–5 day options focus on one park, while 7–14 day itineraries cover multiple destinations.

When is the best time for a classic game drive in Uganda?

Uganda's dry season (June–October) is generally best for game viewing on classic game drive safaris. The green season (November–April) offers lower prices and fewer crowds. Check our monthly guides for specific recommendations.