Uganda Origins

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About Us

Welcome to Uganda Origins!

Uganda Origins is a family-owned safari provider offering customized safaris to fit every budget.

Owner Scott McMillan was born in Austin, Texas, and has been fascinated by Africa since childhood. He graduated from Stephen F. Austin University in 1996 with a degree in forestry and wildlife management. After working in various roles in Uganda, he founded his own safari company alongside his Ugandan wife, Josely.

Uganda Origins blends the relaxed African style with the American “can-do” attitude, resulting in exciting, educational, and captivating safaris for every budget.

Whether you want to visit the famous mountain gorillas or embark on extensive bird-watching safaris, your safari in Uganda will undoubtedly remain a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

What makes Uganda Origins different from other safari providers?

• We’re the only safari company in Uganda whose owner has firsthand knowledge of the mountain gorillas in Bwindi National Park—Scott McMillan spent years helping count these animals in the jungle.
• We’re one of the few safari companies offering luxury tent camping safaris (for up to 2 people). This is perfect for couples seeking a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle in remote national parks—without sacrificing comfort.

What we offer you

• We provide customized safaris, meaning each client’s interests and personality come first for us.
• We stay in constant contact with you via phone or email to help organize the perfect trip.
• We first listen to your ideas and then make suitable suggestions; we combine these two elements to create an ideal safari for you.
• We’re not the most expensive safari company in Uganda—and we’re proud of that.
• We leverage our specialized knowledge and years of experience in Uganda to offer our clients a wonderful journey at a fair price. As our relatives in Texas would say: “A fair deal.”

It doesn’t matter whether you’ve never been to Africa before or are already a seasoned Africa expert.

Simply get in touch with us, and let’s create the trip of a lifetime together.

Find Uganda Origins in Kampala here

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Our top safaris

For those who have never been to Uganda, it can be quite challenging to figure out what the country has to offer. Drawing on his years of experience as a safari guide, Scott has designed two top-notch safaris—both of which can be flexibly tailored to your preferences.

The Southwest Safari: Kibale, Queen Elizabeth National Park, Bwindi National Park, Lake Mburo National Park (7 to 12 days)

This is our most popular safari—and for good reason! It takes you through some of the most beautiful regions in Uganda. Not only scenically, but you’ll also visit three of Uganda’s five major kingdoms: Buganda, Toro, and Ankole. When it comes to wildlife, this safari is unmatched.

More details about this safari

• Day 1: Arrival in Entebbe and transfer to Kampala. Dinner at Speke Hotel/Lake Victoria Hotel.
• Day 2: Drive to Kibale. Evening nature walk.
• Day 3: Morning walk through swampy landscapes. Traditional Ugandan cuisine for lunch. Chimpanzee trekking in the afternoon.
• Day 4: Morning chimpanzee trekking. Lunch at Ndali Lodge. Drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park.
• Day 5: Early morning wildlife viewing, followed by lunch. Boat ride on the Kazinga Channel. Evening wildlife viewing again.
• Day 6: Drive to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park via Ishasha (with a bit of luck, you might spot tree-climbing lions). Evening nature walk.
• Day 7: Morning gorilla trekking. Various activities in the evening depending on duration.
• Day 8: Drive to Lake Mburo National Park.
• Day 9: Wildlife viewing in the morning and evening.
• Day 10: Drive to Entebbe/Kampala. Farewell dinner.
• Day 11: Transfer to the airport.

Pricing overview

Notes

* The owner of Uganda Origins personally accompanies the group. He stays in the same lodges and dines with his clients to ensure you receive the best service at all times. Additionally, he joins them on all excursions, including chimpanzee trekking, boat trips, and gorilla tracking. In Kampala, they stay at the Speke Hotel; in Entebbe, you’ll stay at the Lake Victoria Hotel; in Ndali Lodge, in Queen Elizabeth National Park at Mweya Safari Lodge, in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park at Gorilla Forest Camp, and in Lake Mburo National Park at Mihingo Lodge.

** In Kampala, you’ll stay at the Speke Hotel; in Entebbe at the Lake Victoria Hotel, in Kibale at Ndali Lodge, in Queen Elizabeth National Park at Mweya Safari Lodge, in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park at Gorilla Forest Camp, and in Lake Mburo National Park at Mihingo Lodge.

*** In Kampala, you’ll stay at the Speke Hotel; in Entebbe at the Lake Victoria Hotel, in Kibale at Primate Lodge, in Queen Elizabeth National Park at Mweya Safari Lodge, in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park at Gorilla Forest Camp, and in Lake Mburo National Park at Mihingo Lodge.

**** In Kampala/Entebbe, you’ll stay at Backpackers Hostel; in Kibale at Chimps Nest; in Queen Elizabeth National Park at Mweya Hostel; in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park at Bwindi View Cantine; in Lake Mburo National Park at UWA Rest Camp.

The Northern Safari: Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, Murchison Falls National Park, Kidepo National Park (6–12 days)

If you want to experience a truly extraordinary safari, the Northern Safari offers a great opportunity. This safari is almost magical.

You’ll see the few rhinos living in Uganda, which have been reintroduced to the Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary. You’ll also experience the mighty White Nile in Murchison Falls National Park—perhaps Uganda’s most beautiful national park. Additionally, you’ll visit some of the world’s best water sports and fishing areas, as well as some of Uganda’s most stunning natural landscapes.

More details about this safari

• Day 1: Drive to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
• Day 2: Drive to Murchison Falls National Park. Wildlife viewing in the evening.
• Day 3: Wildlife viewing in the morning. Boat trip on the Nile, lunch. Wildlife viewing in the evening.
• Day 4: Sport fishing in the morning. Wildlife viewing in the evening.
• Day 5: Drive to Kidepo National Park. Wildlife viewing in the evening.
• Day 6: Safari walk. Wildlife viewing in the evening.
• Day 7: Wildlife viewing in the morning and evening. Lunch in between.
• Day 8: Wildlife viewing in the morning. Flight to Gulu in northern Uganda.
• Day 9: Drive to Kampala. Farewell dinner.

Price overview

Notes

* The owner of Uganda Origins personally accompanies the group. He stays in the same lodges and dines with his clients to ensure you receive the best service at all times. Additionally, he joins them on all excursions, including chimpanzee trekking, boat trips, and gorilla tracking. At Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, you’ll stay at a hotel in the nearby town of Masindi; in Murchison Falls National Park, you’ll stay at Chobe Lodge; in Kidepo, at Apoka Safari Lodge; and in Gulu at Acholi Inn.

** At Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, you’ll stay at a hotel in the nearby town of Masindi; in Murchison Falls National Park, you’ll stay at Chobe Lodge; in Kidepo, at Apoka Safari Lodge; and in Gulu at Acholi Inn.

*** At Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, you’ll stay at a hotel in the nearby town of Masindi; in Murchison Falls National Park, at Nile Safari Camp; in Kidepo, at Amuru Wilderness Camp; and in Gulu at Acholi Inn.

**** At Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, you’ll stay at a hotel in the nearby town of Masindi; in Murchison Falls National Park, at Red Chili Rest Camp; in Kidepo, at Apoka Rest Camp; and in Gulu at Acholi Inn.

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