Among the twelve months in a year, January is considered among the driest months. This is because during January, the skies are blue and clear, and the roads leading to National parks protecting mountain Gorillas and wildlife safaris in Uganda are dry and clear too, which enables easy movements. Therefore, January is among the best months to tour Uganda and do activities such as mountain gorilla trekking, chimpanzee trekking, golden monkey trekking, and viewing tree-climbing lions in the Ishasha sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park. Click here to view mountain gorilla trekking safaris

Uganda in February

As I mentioned earlier, January takes up the first position, and February is also next among the dry months of the year. February also favors clients who have come to Uganda for mountain gorilla trekking and other tourism activities that may require hiking and unlimited game drives.

In February, tourism activities such as boat cruises are done perfectly, and all the animals can be viewed clearly by the clients without interruptions by rain. Uganda is hub birding destinations throughout the year, but the clear skies make it easy for sightings, and December to February brings a wealth of migratory birds. Click here to see our recommended mountain gorilla trekking tour.

Uganda in March

March is the first month of the year when rain starts to fall. From March to May, Uganda receives too much rain, and it's consistent. During March, the roads to the jungles and national parks are a bit muddy and slippery, making it challenging for travelers to walk in and do some activities such as gorilla trekking, chimpanzee trekking, and golden monkey trekking. During March, travelers are advised to pack waterproof shoes, warm clothes, and gumboots.

Uganda in April

April is the month when there are too many rains as well, so Clients who travel to Uganda during the month of April are favored with affordable accommodations because there is less competition in these National parks since the number of clients coming is very small.

Uganda in May

May is the last month of the rainy season. Travelers should know that the rain makes it harder and more difficult to trek with mountain gorillas and chimpanzees due to the muddy slopes and slippery trekking trails.

Uganda in June

June is the month when the peak season starts. During the month of June, the jungles and all the tropical rain forests are drier, which gives travelers a chance to enter the forest and do mountain gorilla trekking easily without interruptions. This is because all the roads and trekking trails are dry. Therefore, this makes June one of the best months to visit Uganda.

During the month of June, all travelers are advised to book their gorilla permit in advance, like six months before their trekking time, because June is considered a peak month and mountain gorilla trekking permits get done so fast.

Uganda in July

July is another perfect time of the year when everywhere is dry and clients come to trek with mountain gorillas and chimpanzees and also do other activities such as game drives in different National parks. This is because July is another dry and clear month.

Uganda in August

August marks the last dry month. During the month of August, the weather conditions are perfect.

Uganda in September

September is also a rainy month, but the roads are clear and dry, as are the trekking routes. The forests are passable for gorilla and chimpanzee trekking.

Uganda in October

October is another month of the year that marks the end of the peak season in Uganda. It is still dry compared to the rainy seasons of March to May. In October, the price for lodges was also reduced again, which made the accommodation facilities less crowded.

Uganda in November

November is one of the rainy seasons in Uganda. The November rains are heavy and make the roads muddy and slippery, thus making the gorilla safari journey hard. With all this, travelers are advised that the rain shouldn’t scare you from traveling to Uganda; travelers should just pack raincoats, waterproof shoes, umbrellas, gumboots, and long warming clothes.

Uganda in December

Uganda offers several dry seasons; besides December, there are other dry months such as February, June, July, and August. During these months, Uganda gets many travelers who come to trek mountain gorillas, chimpanzees, and wildlife safaris, which are the best because animals gather along the water points to take water.

During December, the landscape, forests, and jungle trails are dry, and December also favors travelers who love hiking without falling issues.

Uganda offers a wide array of tourist activities, such as wildlife encounters, cultural experiences, and unforgettable outdoor adventures. You can go mountain gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest and Mgahinga Gorilla National Park, enjoy a boat safari on the Kazinga Channel, or explore Murchison Falls National Park. Discover Lake Bunyonyi, hike in Sipi Falls, or experience the vibrant city life in Kampala.

Wildlife & Nature

Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National park and Mgahinga Gorilla National Park, home to Uganda’s mountain gorillas, offers a once-in-a-lifetime best experience.

Wildlife Safaris, participate in exploring Queen Elizabeth National Park, Lake Mburo National park, Murchison Falls National Park, and Pian Upe for game drives and opportunities to see lions, elephants, giraffes, and giraffes.

Chimpanzee Trekking: Enjoy chimpanzee tracking in Kibale National Park, known for its high concentration of chimpanzees that offers the best trekking experiences.

Bird watching in Uganda can be done in the Mabamba Swamp, a prime location for spotting the rare shoebill stork, among other bird species.

Boat Safaris in Uganda

Enjoy the scenic boat trips on the Kazinga Channel of Queen Elizabeth National Park or Lake Bunyonyi, Murchison Falls National Park, and Lake Mburo National park to see aquatic life.

Explore Uganda’s Rwenzori  Mountains national park and Hike through the "Mountains of the Moon" for endless stunning views.

Visit the iconic Salt Pans of Lake Katwe and Witness the unique salt mining process.

Cultural & Historical

Visit the Kasubi Tombs, which are the burial grounds of Buganda kings.

The best time to explore Uganda is during the two dry seasons, which are from December to February and June to September. These months offer ideal weather conditions for wildlife spotting and mountain gorilla trekking, since most of the trekking trails are less muddy, and animals can easily be spotted around water points.