Uganda has so much to offer which could be difficult to appreciate on a single trip. Therefore, you are highly advised to go for a long safari trip. At least exploring the country in more than 10 days would get a tourist nearly a complete holiday in Uganda. Uganda offers a rich diversity of wildlife and culture.
The west of the country is certainly the most preferred and definitely explored region annually with the endangered mountain gorillas in sight specifically in Bwindi national park, chimpanzees at hand only in Kibale national park, and Rwenzori Mountain ranges at a far glance. You would have had the Uganda’s chief attractions at the bank including tree climbing lions only found in Ishasha queen Elizabeth national park.
There is opportunity for fantastic off-road driving with miles and miles of tracks through spectacular landscapes. In the eastern region of the country are also endless attractions and amazing activities to indulge in on your road trip, such as; the grade 5 white water rafting in Jinja, hiking Mountain Elgon and also visiting the historic and archaeological Nyero Rock Paintings.
Overland tours will specially interest first time visitors to this magnificent country and showcase the diverse attractions such as the endangered mountain gorillas, chimpanzees, Africa’s big five, Africa’s high mountain ranges, the paradisiacal Ssese Islands, the unusual tree climbing lions, and the great Murchison Falls, among others.
Meanwhile, returning visitors, are already aware of how extraordinary Uganda is, and those who want to get further off the beaten track, spending more time in the fascinating remote areas of this small beautiful country is something so special, absolutely remarkable and memorable!
Begin your journey in the charming town of Entebbe, nestled on the shores of Lake Victoria. From there, venture into the untamed wilderness of Murchison Falls National Park, where game drives and boat cruises along the Nile River will introduce you to Africa’s iconic wildlife.
Continue to Kibale Forest National Park, where you will encounter our closest relatives, chimpanzees, in their natural habitat. Journey through Queen Elizabeth National Park, famous for its diverse ecosystems, including the tree-climbing lions of Ishasha. The highlight of your expedition awaits in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, as you trek through dense vegetation to meet the critically endangered mountain gorillas face to face.
This exhilarating journey is just a glimpse of what’s in store, with stunning landscapes, cultural interactions, and incredible wildlife encounters awaiting you at each stop. Get ready for an unforgettable Ugandan safari experience.
The overland trip will take you down the eastern Uganda and you can start this self-drive trip from Jinja and this town is so much known to be one of the best adventure tourism cities in Uganda and here you can experience the white-water rafting, bungee jumping, tubing, quad biking, visit to the source of the Nile and much more experiences.
With your 4×4 rooftop tent vehicle, you can easily do camping at the Nile River Explorer and it is much situated at the shores of River Nile so while in your rooftop tent you will experience the amazing view and cool breeze of the River.
After being filled with much more that the Jinja town offers proceed to the Mount Elgon and here the climax is the Sipi Falls which is so amazing to view and relax at the underneath of the falls, the landscapes of the area are amazing and the coffee tour is so rewarding while on this holiday.
The coffee tour deeply immerses you into the lifestyle of the local people of this region as you visit the local communities and you experience the coffee and you from seed to cup for drinking and this local is so nice with the spacious rumor and on your visit do not miss to enjoy this experience. And to always to have this great experience get in touch with the local guides and they arrange for you the best experience.
From Mbale, you can drive to Moroto for the very interesting experiences in the nearby villages where we took one night stay and enjoyed the local meals and in fact this region is rich in the cultural experiences and if you are in Uganda and you want to have the feel of culture do not miss to visit the Karamoja region.
Drive to the Nakapelimuro village which is among the biggest villages in East Africa and it is found in Kaabong town and here you can request for the camping at the Kaabong Resort and then next day take the Ik – tribe forest walk and after have traditional lunch at the Mama Restaurant and then drive into the Kidepo Valley National Park.
Kidepo Valley National Park is another loved and highly ranked favourite safari park to tourist in Africa. From several ranking for the past 05 years Kidepo has been always in the best top 10 safari parks and when you visit Kidepo and combination with Maasai Mara and Serengeti you call East Africa a home of wildlife. This park has got so many rare African wildlife species that while on your games during morning, evening and night you will spot them.
To fully enjoy this park, you need like 3 – 4 days and always take a ranger and you will be able to spot a lot that this park has to offer. From its various game drive tracks, you will be able to spot so many wildlife and bird life species.
Therefore, if you are planning to go on a self-drive holiday in Uganda and thinking the best route to take think about the eastern route that will offer you adventure, culture and then wildlife in the Kidepo Valley National Park and also if you have more time visit the Murchison Falls National Park and the Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary.
Drive a rented car at desired times, to longed-for places, while having a guide by your side for the visits to the national parks! Discover green rain forest, diverse culture, blue lakes and many different animals. Wake up in the morning to wonderfully natural animal sounds around you and experience the animals up close on safari tours.