THE COST OF A UGANDA SAFARI –RANGER CAR RENTALS .

UGANDA SAFARI COST –RANGER CAR RENTALS

Uganda is considered to be one of the countries with cheap safaris among the east African countries .In this article we shall describe the factors that affect the cost of the Uganda safari.

The cost of accommodation

Let us discuss about visiting Uganda mostly for a safari, the most exciting part is that the country offers all types of accommodation to different travelers. Uganda has (3) main options the budget, mid-range and luxury accommodation. The accommodations vary deepening on the season, for instance in Uganda peak season will start from June-September and low season will be from November-January.

What type of cars used during safari?

The easiest way to get to enjoy your stay in Uganda during your safari by choosing the best car in time through the local tour operator or any travel agent.

Safari Van.

Safari Van is designed to transport passengers while seating in their different row. These are very popular in Uganda. Safari van is comfortable for long distance travelling. They have four wheels so they can access any terrain. However, the comfort is same as the Landcruiser but considering a safari van for your saves you a lot of costs.

Rav 4 Toyota.

Rav 4 Toyota is suitable for carrying 5 people including the driver. That makes it a good choice for for traveler to consider it for hiring. The Toyota Rav4 offered by Ranger Car Rentals is a reliable and versatile SUV designed to meet the needs of travelers seeking comfort, safety and performance.

Hard top land cruiser.

Land cruiser is designed to carry over 5-6 passenger and offers more cargo space.  It is specifically engineered for durability, making it an ideal choice for the diverse landscapes found in East Africa. The vehicle is well-known for its powerful performance, off-road capabilities, and spacious interior, making it perfect for both urban and off-road adventures.

Hiace Drone

A Hiace Drone Car, a 9-seater with self-drive options, in Uganda is a fantastic choice for those looking to explore the country’s diverse landscapes comfortably

Cost of the park entry and activities

Every national park has different activities and different park fees according to the Uganda Wildlife Authority.

Entrance East African Residents Adult foreigners.

TABLE 1 :GORILLA TRACKING AND HABITUATION  EXPRIENCES
Activity	National park	Foreign residents	East Africa Residents
Gorilla tracking	BINP	800 USD	300.000 UGX
Gorilla habituation	BINP	1500 USD	750.000 UGX

 

Table 2 :  OTHER ACTIVITIES
Activity	National park	Foreign residents	East Africa Residents
Chimpanzee tracking	KNP	200 USD	150.000 UGX
Chimpanzee habituation	KNP	250 USD
Birding	MNP QNP BINP	30 USD	20.000 UGX
Boat cruise	KVNP MNP QNP LNP	30 USD	30.000 UGX
Park fee	KVNP QNP LNP	40 USD	25.000 UGX
Nature Walk	KVNP MNP QNP LNP	30 USD	20.000 UGX

Best Time to Visit Uganda

Uganda can be visited in both dry and wet season ;the dry season is from December to February  and June –July  .Wet season September to November and March to May .Surely Uganda is a year round destination to do a safari .

Places to visit in Uganda.

• Bwindi impenetrable National park
• Murchison falls national park
• Lake Mburo national park
• Queen Elizabeth National park
• Kidepo Valley National park