This 10-day Uganda honeymoon safari is a romantic blend of adventure, nature, and relaxation. Explore the misty forests of Bwindi for gorilla trekking, cruise along the Kazinga Channel, track playful chimpanzees in Kibale, and unwind on the shores of Lake Victoria. Designed for couples, this journey takes you across Uganda’s most breathtaking landscapes—from the highlands of Bwindi to the roaring Nile in Jinja.
Gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
Chimpanzee tracking in Kibale Forest
Game drives and boat cruise in Queen Elizabeth National Park
White-water rafting and Source of the Nile exploration in Jinja
Romantic relaxation at Lake Victoria beaches and Entebbe Botanical Gardens
Your honeymoon adventure begins with a scenic drive from Kampala or Entebbe to Bwindi. Stop at the Equator for photos and enjoy an en-route lunch before continuing through lush hills and villages. On arrival, check into your romantic lodge, enjoy dinner, and settle in for the night surrounded by the sounds of the rainforest.
Accommodation:
Luxury: Buhoma Lodge / Mahogany Springs
Mid-range: Buhoma Haven Lodge / Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge
Budget: Ruhija Community Lodge
After breakfast, head to the park headquarters for a briefing before trekking into the dense forest to meet the majestic mountain gorillas. Spend a magical hour observing them up close—a once-in-a-lifetime experience perfect for couples. Return to your lodge for relaxation and a romantic evening.
Accommodation: Same as above.
Depart Bwindi for Queen Elizabeth National Park through the Ishasha sector, famous for its tree-climbing lions. Enjoy scenic views and wildlife sightings along the way. Arrive in Mweya for dinner and overnight.
Accommodation:
Luxury: Mweya Safari Lodge / Elephant Plains Lodge
Mid-range: Park View Safari Lodge / Elephant Hab Lodge
Budget: Bush Lodge / Pumba Cottages
Begin your day with an early game drive on the Kasenyi plains, spotting elephants, lions, buffaloes, and antelopes. After lunch, enjoy a romantic boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel, watching hippos, crocodiles, and colorful water birds.
Accommodation: Same as above.
Enjoy breakfast and take a scenic drive to Kibale Forest, home to the world’s highest concentration of primates. Check into your lodge, relax, or take an optional evening nature walk around the crater lakes.
Accommodation:
Luxury: Chimpundu Lodge / Ndali Lodge
Mid-range: Turaco Treetops / Chimpanzee Forest Lodge
Budget: Isunga Lodge / Kibale Forest Camp
After breakfast, head to Kanyanchu Visitor Center for a chimpanzee trekking experience. Encounter playful chimps swinging through the forest canopy and spot other primates and birds. Later, take an afternoon guided nature walk in Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary—a haven for bird lovers.
Accommodation: Same as above.
After breakfast, transfer to Jinja—the adventure capital of East Africa. In the afternoon, visit the Source of the Nile and enjoy a romantic sunset boat cruise before checking in at your hotel.
Accommodation:
Luxury: Wildwaters Lodge / Jinja Nile Resort
Mid-range: 2 Friends Guesthouse
Budget: Nile Suites
After breakfast, enjoy an adrenaline-pumping white-water rafting experience on the Nile. Later, relax and transfer to Entebbe for an evening at leisure.
Accommodation:
Luxury: Protea Hotel by Marriott / Imperial Resort
Mid-range: Lake Victoria Hotel / Best Western Garden Hotel
Budget: Cycad Guesthouse / ViaVia Entebbe
Explore Mabamba Swamp, home to the rare shoebill stork and other aquatic birds. In the afternoon, stroll hand in hand through the serene Entebbe Botanical Gardens before returning to your hotel for a romantic evening.
Accommodation: Same as above.
Spend your final morning relaxing on the beach, enjoying the lake breeze and reflecting on your unforgettable honeymoon. Depending on your flight schedule, your driver will transfer you to Entebbe International Airport for your departure.
End of the 10 Days Uganda Honeymoon Safari