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$7,095 to $7,524 pp (USD)

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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

  • You'll be collected from the airport.
  • Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Day 1

Ropc Welcome to Entebbe International Airport

Ropc Welcome to Entebbe International Airport

Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you’ll be romantically welcomed by your private guide who will transfer you to your boutique hotel for a warm honeymoon welcome. Your room will be specially prepared with flowers, fruit, and a bottle of sparkling wine. Spend the afternoon relaxing by the pool, enjoying a couple’s massage, or walking along Lake Victoria’s shores. In the evening, enjoy a romantic candlelit dinner in the lush garden or on your private veranda.

Main Destination:
Entebbe (City, Uganda)
Accommodation:
Lake Victoria Serena Golf Resort & Spa
  • Luxury resort located in Kampala (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Scenic Transfer or Flight to Kibale National Park

Scenic Transfer or Flight to Kibale National Park

After breakfast, take a scenic domestic flight or private drive to Kibale National Park, home to the largest population of wild chimpanzees in East Africa. Check into your luxurious forest lodge nestled in the crater lake region, surrounded by lush vegetation and birdlife. Spend the afternoon at leisure while kayaking, swimming, or exploring the crater lakes on foot. In the evening, enjoy a private bush dinner or bonfire under the stars.

Main Destination:
Kibale National Park (Chimps)
Best Time To Visit January to February and June to July (Chimp trekking is easiest)
High Season June to September (Peak time for Uganda)
Best Weather January to February and June to July (Least rain)

Wildlife in Kibale NP

ElephantOccasional
BuffaloOccasional
LionVery Rare
LeopardVery Rare
HippoRare
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ZebraNone
Accommodation:
Chimpundu Lodge
  • Luxury lodge bordering Kibale NP (Chimps) without fences
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Chimpanzee Trekking and Bigodi Wetland Walk

Chimpanzee Trekking and Bigodi Wetland Walk

Rise early for a once-in-a-lifetime chimpanzee tracking experience in Kibale Forest. Trek through dense tropical forest with an expert ranger as you listen for pant-hoots and rustling in the canopy. Once located, enjoy an up-close encounter with these intelligent and social primates. After lunch at the lodge, explore the nearby Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary. This is a community-run conservation area rich in birdlife, monkeys, and local culture. End the day with a relaxing dinner overlooking the forest.

Main Destination:
Kibale National Park (Chimps)
Accommodation:
Chimpundu Lodge
  • Luxury lodge bordering Kibale NP (Chimps) without fences
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Scenic drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park

Scenic drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park

After a relaxed breakfast, drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park, one of Uganda’s most iconic savannah reserves. Enjoy scenic views of the Rwenzori Mountains and the rolling hills of western Uganda en route. Arrive at your lodge in time for lunch and later head out on a sunset game drive in the Kasenyi Plains, home to elephants, lions, buffalo, antelope, and abundant birdlife. Return to your lodge for a romantic dinner with views over the savannah.

Main Destination:
Queen Elizabeth National Park (Uganda)
Best Time To Visit January to February and June to July (Dry seasons)
High Season June to September (Peak time for Uganda)
Best Weather June to July and January to February (Less rainfall)

Wildlife in Queen Elizabeth NP

ChimpanzeeOccasional
ElephantCommon
LionCommon
BuffaloCommon
HippoAbundant
LeopardOccasional
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ZebraNone
Accommodation:
Mweya Safari Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located inside Queen Elizabeth NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 5

Morning Game Drive and After

Morning Game Drive and After

Start your day with an early morning game drive, searching for predators and large herds of game in the golden light. Return to the lodge for a late breakfast and relax by the pool or indulge in a couples’ massage. In the afternoon, enjoy a boat safari on the Kazinga Channel, famous for its hippo pods, crocodiles, elephants, and rich birdlife along the shoreline. Capture incredible photos and toast to love on the water before returning to the lodge for dinner under the stars.

Main Destination:
Queen Elizabeth National Park (Uganda)
Accommodation:
Mweya Safari Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located inside Queen Elizabeth NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 6

Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park via Ishasha Sector

Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park via Ishasha Sector

After breakfast, you will check out of your accommodation and drive to the Ishasha sector in the southern part of Queen Elizabeth, known for its rare tree-climbing lions. Enjoy a game drive through this remote and quiet region, with a picnic lunch en route. Continue to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to the endangered mountain gorillas. Arrive at your intimate forest lodge for a romantic check-in and evening at leisure. A special honeymoon turndown service and dinner await you in the heart of the jungle.

Main Destination:
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
Best Time To Visit June to August and December to February (Gorilla trekking is easiest)
High Season June to September (Gorilla permits are scarce)
Best Weather June to July and December to February (Less rainfall)

Wildlife in Bwindi Impenetrable NP

Accommodation:
Nkuringo Bwindi Gorilla Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located just outside Nkuringo (Bwindi Impenetrable NP)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 7

Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Today is the highlight of your journey for mountain gorilla trekking in Bwindi. After a hearty breakfast, head to the park headquarters for a briefing. Accompanied by expert rangers, trek through the thick forest to locate one of Bwindi’s habituated gorilla families. Once found, spend a life-changing hour observing their behaviors, interactions, and soulful presence. It’s a deeply emotional and unforgettable experience, perfect to share on your honeymoon. Return to the lodge for lunch and spend the rest of the day relaxing or indulging in a couple’s spa treatment.

Main Destination:
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
Accommodation:
Nkuringo Bwindi Gorilla Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located just outside Nkuringo (Bwindi Impenetrable NP)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 8

Scenic Drive to Lake Bunyonyi & Relax by the Lodge

Scenic Drive to Lake Bunyonyi & Relax by the Lodge

After breakfast, enjoy a short and scenic drive to Lake Bunyonyi, Uganda’s most romantic lake. Dotted with 29 islands and framed by terraced hills, this is the perfect place to relax and reflect. Check into your lakeside lodge and unwind with optional activities like private canoe rides, island picnics, or swimming in the bilharzia-free waters. In the evening, enjoy a sunset cruise with sparkling wine, followed by a special farewell dinner just for the two of you.

Main Destination:
Lake Bunyonyi (Uganda)
Accommodation:
Birdnest @ Bunyonyi Resort
  • Mid-range resort located at Lake Bunyonyi
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 9

Scenic Drive to Kigali and Departure

Scenic Drive to Kigali and Departure

After a relaxed lakeside breakfast, begin your journey with a scenic cross-border transfer to Kigali, Rwanda. Depending on your flight schedule, a day room or final romantic meal can be arranged. Depart with hearts full of joy, incredible memories, and a deep connection to Uganda’s wild beauty.

Main Destination:
Kigali International Airport (Kigali, Rwanda)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

  • Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
  • You'll be dropped off at the airport.

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