8 Days Uganda Honeymoon Safari Adventure

Explore Uganda’s natural wonders on this romantic 8-day honeymoon safari getaway designed by Superfine Safaris Limited.  Enjoy sights of the Big game and lots of bird species, visit the nearby local communities, and make friends with them. Meet face to face with the mountain gorillas in Bwindi on our Uganda gorilla tours and enjoy boat rides in the Kazinga Channel, then end in Lake Bunyonyi, where the stunning shores, tropical water, and spectacular Islands await.

Highlights

• Go on a game drive/s in the spectacular Queen Elizabeth National Park.
• Enjoy a gorilla trekking adventure in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
• Spend a few days soaking in the sun on the shores of Lake Bunyonyi.
• Visit local communities to learn about their extraordinary ways of life.

Brief Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Entebbe.

Day 2: Entebbe- Queen Elizabeth National Park.

Day 3: Queen Elizabeth Game Drive and boat ride on Kazinga Channel.

Day 4: Queen Elizabeth National Park- Bwindi Impenetrable National Park via Ishasha sector.

Day 5: Bwindi Gorilla trekking adventure and village tour.

Day 6: Bwindi Impenetrable Forest – Lake Bunyonyi.

Day 7: Lake Bunyonyi relaxation.

Day 8: Lake Bunyonyi- Entebbe/Kampala.

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Entebbe

Welcome to Uganda! You will meet your private safari guide outside the Airport building for a transfer to the Hotel, where you will spend the rest of the day unwinding and settling in. Dinner and overnight at  Protea Hotel Entebbe (Executive Suite- luxury), Boma Guesthouse (midrange), and 2 Friends Guesthouse (budget)

Day 2: Entebbe- Queen Elizabeth National Park

Meet your private guide in the morning for a briefing and head out to Queen Elizabeth National Park, as your first honeymoon destination. Drive through the Mityana-Mubende-Fort Portal road, stopping at Fort Portal for a local lunch. Continue to Kasese and finally Queen Elizabeth National Park for the start of your honeymoon adventure. Arrive by late afternoon, then settle in for a well-earned rest and start your next day’s adventure.

Accommodation at: Elephant Plains Lodge (luxury), Buffalo Safari Lodge (midrange), or Simba Safari Camp (budget).

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.

Day 3: Queen Elizabeth Game drive and boat ride on Kazinga Channel

Today is a full day of Queen Elizabeth adventures, so prepare your safari spirit and mood. Start the day with an early pick-up (6:00 am to be precise), then transfer to the Park for a game drive. Spend the next 3-4 hours searching for the Park’s lions, leopards, Elephants, buffalo, Uganda Kobs, Topis, Defassa waterbucks, Hippos, and countless other creatures. Return to the Lodge for a well-deserved breakfast and lunch.

After lunch, you will continue on your Queen Elizabeth National Park adventure with a boat ride on the Kazinga Channel to catch sightings of many different wildlife species that visit the banks, such as elephants, buffalo, and antelopes, as well as those that reside in the waters, such as Hippos and Nile crocodiles. Expect lots of birds, totaling 100 species, during the 2-hour boat ride.

Return to your Lodge to enjoy the grounds and be prepared for your final dinner in Queen Elizabeth National Park. Most of the accommodation options chosen make it possible to take a dip in the pool or sip wine in the Lodge. So enjoy!

Accommodation at: Elephant Plains Lodge (luxury), Buffalo Safari Lodge (midrange), or Simba Safari Camp (budget).

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.

Day 4: Queen Elizabeth National Park- Bwindi Impenetrable National Park via Ishasha sector

Say goodbye to Queen Elizabeth National Park as you head to your next honeymoon destination, which is the ultimate gorilla trekking destination. About 2 hours south of the Park, you will stop at Ishasha sector for a brief game drive with a hope of sighting the tree-climbing lions, followed by lunch at Simba Cafe. Continue with the journey to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, to relax and prepare yourself for the next day’s adventure. Dinner and overnight at: Sanctuary Gorilla Forest Camp (luxury), Mahogany Springs Lodge (midrange), Ride 4 a Woman Guesthouse (budget)

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.

Day 5: Bwindi Gorilla trekking adventure and optional village tour

On the 5^th day of your 8-day Uganda honeymoon getaway, you will have the chance to get up close and personal with the endangered mountain gorillas in the wild. The 321 square kilometer Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is home to almost half the World’s mountain gorilla population, and although not guaranteed, sightings are likely.

Spend the first 30 minutes on a briefing, followed by 1-6 hours of tracking/searching for the Giant Apes. This is climaxed by a one-hour encounter to watch, take photos, and learn about their extraordinary human-like behavior. Given the location of the mountain gorillas, a packed lunch is recommended.

A proper and hot lunch awaits at the Lodge. In the afternoon, you have an option of relaxing at the Lodge or going on a village tour guided by a local guide who is a member of the community.

Accommodation at: Sanctuary Gorilla Forest Camp (luxury), Mahogany Springs Lodge (midrange), Ride 4 a Woman Guesthouse (budget).

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.

Day 6: Bwindi Impenetrable Forest –  Dinner Cruise at Lake Bunyonyi

Start the day with a morning Lodge pick-up, then transfer to Lake Bunyonyi for the remainder of your Honeymoon getaway. En-route, you will enjoy views of the rolling hills, Virunga Volcanoes, and terraced gardens. Check in and settle in at the Lodge, then  go the  romantic  sunset dinner cruise on the shores the calm waters of Lake Bunyonyi. You will have your dinner served on the cruise together with different wines , snacks and fruits. This i a very best way of  finalizing you 8 Days honeymoon safari in Uganda!

Accommodation at: Birdnest @Bunyonyi (luxury), Lake Bunyonyi Rock Resort (midrange), or Kansiime Backpackers (budget).

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.

Day 7: Lake Bunyonyi relaxation

Today is a free day to get sun-kissed on the shores of Lake Bunyonyi, with options of zip-lining, nature walks, canoe/boat rides, and village walks. Lunch and Dinner at the Lodge.

Accommodation at: Birdnest @Bunyonyi (luxury), Lake Bunyonyi Rock Resort (midrange), or Kansiime Backpackers (budget).

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.

Day 8: Lake Bunyonyi- Entebbe/Kampala

After breakfast, enjoy the last views before transferring to the airstrip, followed by a flight to Entebbe. However, you can opt for the 8-hour drive with lots of views and a stop for a delicious lunch as well as a photo opportunity along the way. Safe travels!

Our 8-day Uganda Honeymoon package includes;

• Gorilla trekking permit.
• Park entry fees.
• Relevant Government taxes and levies.
• Lake Bunyonyi visit.
• Game viewing in Queen Elizabeth National Park.
• Boat ride on Kazinga Channel.
• Bottled water and snacks.
• 7 nights’ accommodation (Entebbe, Queen Elizabeth, Bwindi, and Lake Bunyonyi).
• Services of a qualified driver guide.
• Domestic flight (Lake Bunyonyi to Entebbe).
• Ground transportation with a safari jeep.

Our 8-day Uganda Honeymoon package excludes;

• International airfares.
• Visa fees.
• Travel and medical insurance.
• Laundry fees.
• Telephone calls.
• Souvenir shopping.
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• Alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks.
• Other expenses of personal nature.