The right month for a trip to Uganda depends on what you want to see and where you go: gorillas can be seen all year round; the forest trails are easier going from June to September and from December to February. Below you will find the twelve months for each area, the seasons and the events worth planning around.
The twelve months
| Month | Uganda and Rwanda |
|---|---|
| January | Ideal |
| February | Ideal |
| March | Low season |
| April | Low season |
| May | Low season |
| June | Ideal |
| July | Ideal |
| August | Ideal |
| September | Ideal |
| October | Good |
| November | Low season |
| December | Ideal |
The seasons
Jun–Sep and Dec–Feb · Drier seasons. Less slippery trails for gorilla trekking; 15–25 °C in the forest.
Mar–May and Oct–Nov · Rains. Mud and tougher treks, but permits are easier to find.
Not to be missed
- Mountain gorillas (December–February, June–September): Permits are issued per day in limited numbers, and for the dry months they must be booked many months ahead. The trek lasts from two to six hours.
