Planning a Uganda Safari For Your Family

Planning a Uganda Safari For Your Family: Ibuth Safaris believes and understands how thrilling and breathtaking it is to discover Mother Nature-the Pearl of Africa with your kids, yet it is also worthwhile to plan in advance. You have to understand that exploring the wilderness with children can sometimes be less of a Holiday/safari and instead more of hard work.

It is very awe-inspiring to see your children excited as they meet face to face with all the animals they always watched on documentaries/films/movies or simply read on travel magazines. Exploring Uganda with your family is a trip of a lifetime because at least every member of the family will have something remarkable to share about the trip.

The biggest challenge about Uganda safaris with children is being able to tick off all the activities on the bucket list and therefore you will need to know where to go, the best time for the family safari, where to stay and the packing list for the family safari. This article brings you the important information, that is fundamental in planning a Uganda safari for your family;

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Ask Yourself the Important Questions

Before you take the step of planning the Uganda safari for your family, ask yourself the important question like “what age-appropriate activities can your children engage in? Or better still, what tourist activities they wish to undertake, what wildlife species are they interested in and whether the tour operator is able to cater for the needs and aspirations of your kids.

What safari destinations are perfect for family safaris in Uganda?

Almost every destination in Uganda has one activity or two for family trips. However, in here we shall focus on the top four safari destinations for family safaris in Uganda. These include;

Queen Elizabeth National Park

Queen Elizabeth National Park is where travelers can enjoy one of the most unforgettable family safaris. The Park’s secluded Safari Lodges offer family-friendly rooms. The activities include conventional wilderness experiences personalized to the family daily needs. More activities that your family can enjoy here include game drives, boat rides, lion tracking and community tours.

Lake Mburo National Park

Lake Mburo national Park offers a number of tailored activities, most of which are for children from 6 years old. This Park is home to 76 mammal species that include impalas, vervet monkeys, Defassa waterbucks, giant elands, Burchell’s zebras, Topis, Olive baboons, Rothschild giraffes, Cape buffaloes, Oribis and warthogs, over 350 bird species and so much more. Activities offered here include game drives, boat rides, bush walks, community walks, picnics and camping, birding, to mention but a few.

Murchison Falls National Park

Majority of the families, especially those with infants usually visit Murchison falls National Park. Thanks to its wide range of activities to do that can be relished all year round. This Park is normally the first choice for family safaris in Uganda. In addition to the numerous family-friendly accommodation facilities, there are also countless activities. They range from game driving aboard open-roof safari vehicle, guided bush walks, hot air balloon tours (for children above 6 years old to boat cruises to the bottom of the falls.

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Are your children primate lovers and above 15 years? Then the Bwindi Impenetrable National Park gorilla trekking experiences are the best and must-try. Here, the family can mix-up forest walks and gorilla trekking (for ages 15 and above) with the community walks. Majority of the Lodges/Tented Camps also offer discounted rates for children of certain ages and are budget-friendly.

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When is the perfect time to visit Uganda with your family?

When it comes to family safaris, Uganda is an all-year round safari destination. However, dry seasons offer extraordinary experiences.  That is months of January, February, June, July, August, September and December, associated with reduced precipitation hence animals are converged around watering points hence providing remarkable views. For the families that hope to enjoy gorilla or chimp treks, this season is also wonderful because rains are reduced this trails not muddy and slippery hence less challenging to maneuver through the jungles.

What should you pack for your Uganda safari with the family?

 A number of items are important for your family safari in Uganda. They include safari hats, safari pants of neutral colors, comfortable walking shoes, sunscreen, camera, insect repellant, lightweight rain jacket, sunglasses, Ugandan wildlife guidebook, camera, anti-malarial tablets, toiletries (lotion, toothpaste, toothbrush, hand sanitizer, wet wipes and so much more).

How to get to Uganda for the family safari

There are numerous scheduled flights from all over the World to Uganda, for your family safari. Entebbe International Airport is connected to the rest of the World by a wide range of International airlines. These among others include; KQ, Emirates, Canada Air, KLM, Ethiopian Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Rwandair, Delta Airways, and so much more. For flight duration, tours to Uganda are slightly shorter, taking about 5 hours from Dubai, 8 hours from Europe, 3 hours from South Africa and so much more.

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