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Selfdrive Uganda

Adventerous selfdrive Uganda

Are you seeking an adventurous selfdrive experience in East Africa? Do you dream of coming face to face with gorillas and chimpanzees in the heart of the jungle? If you love adventure—hiking through dense forests and exploring the vast savannah—this trip is perfect for you!

Welcome to Uganda, the pearl of Africa. Embark on a thrilling 14-day selfdrive tour through Uganda’s most stunning landscapes and wildlife parks. In your own 4×4 Toyota Prado, you’ll tackle some of the most rugged and scenic roads, allowing you to travel at your own pace. Even narrow goat paths can become an exciting route that brings you closer to the local culture.

This carefully designed itinerary minimizes travel time while ensuring you experience all the highlights. The absolute must-sees of this trip are the unforgettable encounters with chimpanzees in Kibale National Park and the majestic mountain gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. Accompanied by expert guides, you’ll trek through the jungle on foot, coming face to face with these incredible animals—a once-in-a-lifetime experience that will stay with you forever.

Beyond the jungle treks, you’ll also enjoy spectacular safaris in Murchison Falls National Park and Queen Elizabeth National Park. Spend hours driving through these breathtaking landscapes, searching for lions, leopards, elephants, and so much more. Your vehicle’s retractable roof offers the perfect way to take in the wildlife from above the tall savannah grass, giving you an up-close view of Uganda’s rich biodiversity.

Ready for an adventure you’ll never forget? This is your chance to discover Uganda’s wild beauty on your own terms.

Selfdrive Uganda

€ 3000

per person

Number of explorers
Expedition length
15 days

inclusive:

  • 4×4 rental car
  • All accommodations
  • Breakfast & dinner
  • Entrance to national parks
  • Said activities include chimpanzee and gorilla trekking

Exclusief:

  • Visa
  • Lunch
  • International flight
  • Tips
  • Optional excursions
  • Petrol
All our trips can be tailored to your wishes. Join us on this incredible adventure to Uganda, support conservation and create unforgettable memories. Please let us know how we can adjust your trip, so that this standard trip turns into your Ugandan dream trip.
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Including gorilla trekking

Unique birding locations

Adventerous selfdrive

General information

This selfdrive takes you through the highlights of Uganda in 14 days. This tour has been carefully put together with your destinations and travel time in mind. Many activities are already included in the price, including the gorilla permits. View the highlights of your trip on the map:

Best time to travel

The best time to travel to Uganda is outside the rainy seasons. It is best to visit Uganda from June to September. During these periods the weather is mainly dry and sunny, making it easier to spot wildlife such as mountain gorillas and chimpanzees. The trails are also more accessible for hiking and other activities. You can still expect some local showers, but that is unavoidable. Late May and early June are perfect months to travel outside the high season, which means the parks are less busy and the experience is unique.

Accommodations

Airport Guesthouse – Entebbe

To be determined – Ziwa Rhino Santuary

Bamboo Village – Murchison Falls

Kibale Forest Camp – Kibale Forest

Bush lodge – Queen Elizabeth National Park

Enjojo Lodge – Ishasha

Broad bill Forest Camp – Bwindi

Eagle’s Nest – Lake Mburo

Travel Schedule

Dag 1

Welcome Muzungu

Today you will fly to Uganda and land at Entebbe airport. Here you will be welcomed by a driver who will take you to the Airport Guesthouse. After a night's sleep, your adventure really begins.- Muzungu? Don't be surprised if the Ugandan people call you that. This word is used for (white) tourists.
Dag 2

Meet the only rhino's of Uganda

Today you travel to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary. Before your departure you can do some shopping in Kampala, where you will start your journey. After a few hours of driving you arrive at the Sanctuary. Here you will get to know the only rhinos Uganda still has. They work hard here to ensure the survival of these animals, and your visit helps with this.
Dag 3

Shoebill spotting and Murchison Falls

In the morning, look for the iconic shoebill stork in the nearby Lugogo swamp. After this you continue the journey to Murchison Falls National Park. You will spend the night in Bamboo Village where you can relax by the pool from all the adventure.
Dag 4

Safari on the Nile

Get up early to drive into Murchison Falls National Park in search of lions and leopards. Explore this beautiful park and visit the waterfalls on foot and/or by boat.
Dag 5

Free exploration day Murchison National Park

We have not planned any activities for you today. You are free to make your own plan. Go on safari, enjoy the pool, explore the waterfalls or visit the nearby village of Parkwach. This choice is yours.
Dag 6

The road to Kibale National Park

Today the journey starts from Murchison Falls to Kibale National Park. It is a long drive of six hours, but luckily you get a packed lunch and your favorite snacks/drinks are on board. In Kibale you will spend the night in the middle of the jungle at Kibale Forest Camp.
Dag 7

Chimpanzees

Today your day starts early with one of the highlights of your trip: meeting chimpanzees in the wild! With a guide you will look for a family of chimpanzees in the middle of the wild jungle. Kibale is also the perfect place to learn more about the culture and life in Uganda. Taste fresh banana gin, roast your own coffee beans and walk through Bigode with your guide.
Dag 8

Jungle and savanna

Wake up to beautiful jungle sounds and get up with delicious locally grown coffee. After your breakfast there is time for a real swamp walk! You will look for different monkey species and unique birds. After this you continue the journey to Queen Elizabeth National Park, where you will spend the night at Bush Lodge.
Dag 9

Crater Safari

Today you will explore the Khanyeti region of Queen Elizabeth National Park. You leave early from the lodge to start your safari. Here you have an amazing view over the mountains of Congo and endless landscapes. Don't forget to take the crater route, you don't want to miss it!
Dag 10

Tree climbing lions

Today you leave for the Ishasha region of Queen Elizabeth National Park. What makes this region so special are the tree climbing lions. In addition, you will also find beautiful large Marula trees and large elephant herds in this park, so go on an adventure! After your safari you can relax at Enjojo Lodge.
Dag 11

To the mountains!

This morning you can choose to go on safari again or start off quietly and visit the bird watching spot of Enjojo Lodge. After this you will continue the journey to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. To arrive at Broad Bill Forest Camp you drive a beautiful route up the mountain. With magical views over tea fields and wild jungle, this is a perfect photo opportunity. At the camp you will receive a warm welcome and you can quietly prepare for the highlight of this trip: The gorillas!
Dag 12

Gorilla trekking

Today you get up early to go on your gorilla adventure! You will enter the jungle with a guide in search of a family of gorillas. This is a unique experience that you will definitely never forget. An absolute privilege to see this endearing animal in the wild. Your visit contributes to the survival of this species.
Dag 13

Lake Mburo

Today you travel to your last destination of this beautiful journey: Lake Mburo. Here you can relax and look back on your amazing adventure. With a view over the enchanting valley, this is the perfect place to end your trip
Dag 14

Free exploration day in Lake Mburo

Today there are no activities planned and you have the whole day in Lake Mburo. Visit a local village, take a boat trip on the water or walk across the savanna with a guide. Enjoy Uganda!
Dag 15

Homebound

Today the journey back to Entebbe starts. In Entebbe you can quietly have a bite to eat. A transfer representative will pick you up at the restaurant. He ensures that you arrive at the airport in time for your return flight.

Included activities

Gorilla trekking

Selfdrive safari Murchison Falls

Hike Murchison Falls

Boat tour Murchison falls

Chimp trekking

Community tour Kibale

Optional activities

Chimp Habituation

Community tour

Tea plantations

Addons

A dazzling detour

While developing the above trip, we try to take travel times into account as much as possible. Unfortunately, this also means that the beautiful Kidepo Valley National Park and Sipi Falls are not included in the trip. For the real adventurer who would like to explore this secluded region of Uganda, we have the option to add this to the trip.

€ 360
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For the budget adventurer

We know all too well that traveling can be very expensive. The above trip includes the comfort of a private bathroom and toilet. Would you like to make this trip but on budget? That’s possible! The above accommodations also have options available with more basic facilities. Consider a tent instead of a hut and shared sanitary facilities. The price of the trip will be lower if you choose this option. This way you can easily save hundreds of euros.

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personalize

Every traveler is unique. You can have our tours tailor-made and tailored to your budget and wishes. This could mean extending your trip or exploring that cool location that is not on the itinerary. We are happy to think along with you to fully tailor your trip to your unique wishes.

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Highlights

Gorilla trekking

An absolute highlight during this tour in Uganda. Depart early in the morning to watch the sunrise over the Bwindi rainforest. Grab your walking stick and set out to spend an hour with these gentle giants. Get up close to them and see an hour of the gorillas' daily routine.

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Chimpanzee Trekking

The Chimpanzee trekking is also a real highlight that is unique to this region of the world. Be part of the chimpanzees' daily routine. The chimpanzees are used to the presence of people and know that you are passing by. They will give you a very vocal welcome.

Your own 4x4

You will drive through Uganda with a Toyota Prado 4x4 with a retractable roof. With a large refrigerator in the trunk, you also ensure that your water and favorite drinks stay nice and cool. Ideal for challenging terrain and long rides.

Jane Goodall Institute

When you book an adventure through us, you help the conservation of chimpanzees in Uganda. Part of the proceeds from the trip will be donated to the Jane Goodall Institute. This organization works tirelessly on several projects in Uganda, including the protection of chimpanzees in Kibale National Park. These projects provide education, remove illegal snares and conduct patrols against poachers. They are on the front lines against poaching so that the chimpanzees can survive. Do you want to know more? Click on the button!

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What kind of people is this trip suitable for?

This trip is suitable for everyone. You can go hiking, safari, bird watching and much more adventure. So there is something for everyone!

However, we do recommend some travel experience. If you haven’t visited Africa before, we would recommend a self-drive in South Africa or Namibia to get a feel for the continent first. This helps you travel more comfortably and assess situations better.

Are the included activities mandatory?

Feel free to skip activities or switch for another option. This is your journey and you can customize it to your own preference. We believe that the included activities provide a pleasant variation in how you spend your day. With these activities you will experience how diverse and varied Uganda is. There are many more activities to choose from, but it’s also important to set aside time for relaxation.

Is Uganda safe?

Although many travelers in Uganda drive around with a private guide, we felt very comfortable driving through Uganda ourselves. You will certainly attract some attention in the car (without a guide), but the people are generally friendly and helpful. With a little common sense and not traveling after sunset, you run little risk.

 

How are the roads?

Driving in Uganda can be adventurous and requires some adjustment, but with the right preparation and caution you will enjoy crossing this country.

Most of the roads you will drive on are main roads, which are well maintained and asphalted. There are also a number of unpaved roads, where you will encounter many potholes. On these roads you drive less fast and you are alert.

Is the gorilla trek physically intensive?

The gorilla trek certainly requires some physical effort, you descend on the outward journey and have to walk back up the mountain after the encounter. How intensive this is depends on how quickly you find the gorillas. You can find a family of gorillas after half an hour of descending into the jungle, but it can also take 1.5 hours before you encounter them. So be prepared for a steep climb.

How do I prepare for the gorilla trek?

We have listed the most important points to prepare for:

  • Bring gloves from home, many trees have annoying spines and pricks, you don’t want to touch them with your bare hands.
  • Wear an outfit that covers your entire body
  • Bring a face mask (mandatory) to protect both the gorilla and yourself against communicable diseases
  • Good walking shoes
  • 1.5 liters of water per person, because you don’t know how long your trek will last (Lunch is included)
  • Make use of the ‘porters’. For $20 someone will help you descend, climb up and catch you if you go down. In short, someone who makes the adventure a lot more enjoyable. It also contributes to nature conservation, because you create work for the local population, which is essential for the survival of the gorillas you will visit.

Is the gorilla trek worth it?

Absolutely! A gorilla trek in Uganda is an unforgettable and unique experience that connects you deeply with nature and these majestic animals. It gives you the chance to spend an hour in the wilderness with these endearing animals. This experience will stay with you forever and is well worth the money.

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