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Uganda Trip Cost Calculator

Uganda's headline cost is the USD 800 gorilla permit. Outside of that, it's one of East Africa's most affordable safari destinations.

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Trip style

Mid-range lodges in Bwindi and Queen Elizabeth, private 4x4 with driver-guide.

Activities & experiences

Daily cost by trip style

Per-person, per-day spending in Uganda. Mid-range and luxury assume double occupancy for accommodation; budget assumes per-bed.

CategoryBudgetMid-rangeLuxury
AccommodationUSD 25USD 100USD 500
Food & drinkUSD 12USD 30USD 80
Local transportUSD 30USD 60USD 130
IncidentalsUSD 10USD 20USD 50
Daily totalUSD 77USD 210USD 760

Uganda budget wisdom

1

Gorilla permits are the single biggest line item — book 6+ months ahead.

2

Combining Bwindi gorillas with Kibale chimps is the iconic primate combo.

3

Self-driving is feasible if you're confident — saves USD 80+ per day on driver-guide.

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First

Check Uganda visa requirements

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