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Best Time to Visit Uganda – Seasonal Guide for 2025/2026

Do you want to know the best time to visit Uganda? Uganda is a small country in East Africa. It has 10 national parks and 10 game reserves where you can see animals, birds, forests, and amazing views.

Uganda’s Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park is home to half of the world’s endangered mountain gorillas.

This is the best place for gorilla trekking safaris. Uganda is a beautiful country and is also the source of the Nile River, the world’s longest river.

The most powerful waterfalls on the Nile are found in Murchison Falls National Park in northern Uganda.

Best Time to Visit Uganda - Seasonal Guide for 2025/2026

Best Time to Visit Uganda

You can visit Uganda any time of the year, but some months are better than others. The best time to visit is during the dry season, which is also the holiday season in Europe and America.

Uganda has two main seasons: the wet season and the dry season.

Dry Season: The long dry season is from June to September, and the short dry season is from December to February. This is the best time to visit because the grass is short, and it’s easier to see animals. The roads to the parks are also easier to use. Animals gather at water sources during this time, making them easy to find. If you are planning to visit, book your permits at least three months before your trip.

Wet Season: The wet seasons are from October to mid-December and mid-March to May. You can still visit during these times, but it might not be easy because roads to the parks can be hard to use, and the grass and trees are thicker, making it harder to see animals. However, many lodges give discounts during this time, so it’s a good option for budget travelers.

Best Time for Bird Watching

Uganda is one of the best places in the world for bird watching, with over 1,000 bird species. The best time for bird lovers to visit is in November when birds from Europe and North Africa come to Uganda.

In conclusion, Uganda is a great place to visit at any time of the year, but some months are better. Even in the wet season, there are many activities to enjoy.

You can go on game drives in parks like Kidepo Valley National Park and Queen Elizabeth National Park. Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and Mgahinga Gorilla National Park are the best places for gorilla trekking. If you love mountain climbing, you can climb the volcanoes in Mgahinga Gorilla National Park, Mount Rwenzori, or Mount Elgon in eastern Uganda.



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