Gorilla Planner

Safari & Wildlife in East Africa

Uganda and Rwanda offer incredible wildlife experiences beyond gorilla trekking. From Big Five safaris to chimpanzee tracking, discover the best national parks in East Africa.

Uganda

Queen Elizabeth National Park

Tree-climbing lions, Kazinga Channel boat cruise, 600+ bird species

Uganda

Murchison Falls National Park

The world's most powerful waterfall, big five game drives, Nile boat cruise

Uganda

Kibale National Park

Best chimpanzee tracking in Africa, 13 primate species, forest walks

Uganda

Kidepo Valley National Park

Remote wilderness, Karamojong culture, excellent game viewing

Rwanda

Akagera National Park

Rwanda's only Big Five park, boat safaris on Lake Ihema

Rwanda

Nyungwe Forest National Park

Chimpanzee tracking, canopy walk, 13 primate species