15 Days Self Drive Safari Uganda with a 4×4 rental

This 15 days self drive safari Uganda holiday Package introduces you to the big five safari Uganda, Rwenzori mountains trekking, beautiful scenery among others. Car Rentals 4×4 ensure provision of a well-conditioned 4×4 rental Uganda, which will enable you travel all around Uganda without unexpected stops. Take your time to choose a self drive car rental Uganda vehicle for this 15 days self drive Uganda safari. Check out our self drive cars for hire in Uganda below for your Uganda self drive safari.

15 Days Self Drive Safari Uganda: Self drive car rental Uganda 4×4

15 Days Uganda Self Drive Safari Itinerary Detailed Itinerary +Map

Day 1: Arrival at Entebbe International Airport and Transfer to Hotel

Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you’ll be welcomed and briefed by our representative about your 15 days Uganda self drive safari. Our Car Rentals 4×4 representative will then hand over the 4×4 car keys and all the required documents for your self drive in Uganda. Among the documents, our representative will ensure inclusion of your travel itinerary and journey/Attractions Map. After briefing and a convincing interaction with our team representative, you will transfer to your hotel in either Entebbe or Kampala for check in and rest.

All meals and accommodation: Entebbe forest lodge or similar

Day 2: White-water Rafting on the Nile in Jinja – East Africa’s Adventure Capital

Your day will begin with breakfast before self driving to Jinja Uganda with our 4×4 rental. While on the way, you will find Mabira forest, one of the fewest remnants of tropical rain forests in east Africa. Behind this forest, you will find the oldest zipline in Uganda, constructed in 2016 in the middle of the forest. You will then proceed to Jinja for check in, lunch and rest. While with our 4×4 car rental in Jiinja, you will explore the Source of the Nile in exhilarating activities such as white-water rafting and bungee jumping.

All meals and accommodation: Adrift River Club or similar

Day 3: Transfer to Sipi Falls in Eastern Uganda with your 4×4 self drive car rental Uganda

After morning breakfast on your third day, you will depart from Jinja and travel to Sipi Falls. The Uganda self drive safari will take you between 3 to 4 hours to reach Sipi falls in our car rental Uganda 4×4 . These falls are situated near Mount Elgon in eastern Uganda. You will enjoy a Uganda guided hike to explore the stunning Sipi Falls, a series of three waterfalls cascading down the slopes of Mount Elgon. You will witness the breathtaking views of these falls and surrounding landscapes.

All meals and accommodation: Sipi Heritage Lodge

Day 4 & 5: Explore Kidepo Valley National Park during your self drive safari Uganda tour

Day 6 & 7: Self drive safari Uganda tour to Murchison Falls National Park via Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary

After breakfast, you will check out and prepare for a Uganda self drive safari wwith our 4×4 rental to Zika Rhino Sanctuary for Rhino tracking. We expect you to set off early as this self driving in Uganda will take you approximately 7 hours via Kitgum-Kaabong Road. Then Guru-Kampala Road. Rhino tracking in Africa is worthy your visit as their scarcity and high rate extinction makes them rare. Track Rhinos on foot in Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary before continuing to Murchison Falls National Park.

Accessible tourism in Uganda for Rhino tracking is available through Wheel Chair tours At Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary. After rhino tracking, you will transfer to Murchison Falls National Park and you will check in at the accommodation facility for rest, dinner and sleep over.

Start of Murchison Falls National Park tours

After early morning breakfast on your Day 7th day of this self drive Uganda safari, A ranger will pick you up from your accommodation facility. Then go for a game drive through Murchison Falls National Park. Next, you will exhaustedly encounter the different flora and fauna in Murchison Falls National Park. On average, the drive Uganda safari will take you about 4 hours full of exploration. Except rhinos, this drive Uganda safari will introduce you to the rest of the big five safari Uganda animals.

Additionally, that is the Lions, Elephants, Leopards, and Buffaloes. After lunch, you will go for a boat cruise along the Nile, listening to melodious sounds of bird species in the wilderness. Also, randomly observing different wild animals while on your boat ride. The to and from boat ride distance covers about 17 kilometers and it will take you between 2-3 hours while on the ride, capturing a moment of a lifetime.

All meals and accommodation: Pakuba Safari

Day 8 : 4×4 Self drive safari Uganda trip & transfer to Kibale Forest National Park & Bigodi wetland experience.

After morning breakfast, you will check out and traverse to Kibale national park. A self drive safari Uganda trip in our 4×4 rental takes you approximately 5 hours via Gulu-Kampala road.  While in this unique region, you will realize that the west African jungle meets up with its east African counterpart. Upon arrival, you will check in at the accommodation facility for meals and relaxation.

In the evening approximately at around 3 p.m., you will set off for a guided nature hike through Bigodi wetland sanctuary. Bigodi is a remarkable jungle swamp where elevated boardwalks enable you to traverse the wetlands in comfort. During this activity, an expert guide will accompany you and assist in highlighting the diverse flora and fauna. Still within Bigodi swamp, Uganda birdwatching enthusiasts can be particularly delighted as the wetland hosts over 200 different bird species. Some of the birds you should expect to see include the great blue turaco, yellow spotted barbet among other bird species.

On a good day, you may spot some primates such as chimps, red colobus monkey, Vervet monkey. These always end up into the wetland in search for food and water. After your excursion, you will have a self drive back to your accommodation facility for meal, rest and sleep over.

All meals and accommodation: Turaco Treetops Lodge or similar.

Day 9: Go on a self drive in Uganda to Kibale Forest National Park for Chimpanzee Tracking

Alternatively, you can consider going for a chimpanzee habituation experience in Uganda. Here, you are allowed to spend over four hours in the wild learning about the chimp’s way of life. This also includes their way of parenting, style of prey, humanlike behavior, among others.

After the Chimpanzee trekking activity in Kibale, Uganda, you will return to your accommodation facility. Have lunch before checking out. In an average rest, you will check out and embark on your drive to Rwenzori mountain in Uganda. This Uganda self drive safari will take you about 5 hours in our car rental Uganda 4×4. On arrival, you will check in at your reserved accommodation facility, dinner and sleep over.

All meals and accommodation: Ruboni Community Camp or similar

Day 10: Rwenzori Mountains Trekking and Exploration

Your 10^th day of this self drive Uganda safari will begin with breakfast. Next is exploring the scenic beauty of the Rwenzori Mountains in Uganda also known as “Mountains of the Moon”. Along with a professional Rwenzori expert guide, you will head for a guided nature walk. You will pass through the foothills of the Rwenzoris immersing yourself in the rich biodiversity of this UNESCO World Heritage Site. Overnight stay at Rwenzori Mountains National Park. The Rwenzori mountains hiking is literally tiresome though it should not worry you. Since you will have the rest of your day resting after this captivating activity.

All meals and accommodation: Ruboni Community Camp or similar

Day 11: Self drive Uganda safari to Queen Elizabeth National Park and a boat cruise along Kazinga channel

After having breakfast on your 11^th day, this Uganda self drive safari continues. Self drive in Uganda as you transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park for two days of wildlife exploration. This drive Uganda safari in our 4×4 rental Uganda will take you only 2 hours before checking in at your new accommodation facility.

After lunch, elated moments continue as you will go for a boat sail along Kazinga channel. Here you will encounter Hippos in uncountable numbers in Uganda , the Nile crocodiles. Also, the melodious sounds of different bird species and many other animals. The Kazinga channel is known for having the world’s largest concentrations of hippos, with around 2,000 hippos residing there.

Secondly, Kazinga channel is almost haven for birdwatching in Uganda. Also, it has over 60 species of birds including African skimmers, kingfishers, pelicans, storks, and cormorants. While at this enchanting boat ride, you will be able to spot large mammals such as buffaloes and elephants. Additionally, these are often seen along the banks of Kazinga channel.

After the ride, you drive to your accommodation facility, with our 4×4 car rental in Uganda for dinner and sleep over.

All meals and accommodation: Buffalo lodge or similar

Day 12: Self drive Uganda safari to Queen Elizabeth National Park for a game drive

On the 12^th day, your 4×4 Uganda self drive safari will commence in style with an early morning game drive at 6:30 a.m. Additionally, this is the perfect timing for catching the predators as they return from their night’s hunt. This game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park will introduce you to 7 primate species including chimpanzees, L’Hoest’s Monkeys. Also the Black and White Colobus Monkeys, Red Tailed Monkeys, Blue Monkeys, Vervet Monkeys and Baboons.

You will as well witness the breathtaking savannah sunrise during your drive Uganda tours. Besides, you will be able to observe the animated big five safari Uganda animals, except the rhino which is not found in Queen Elizabeth National Park. The morning game drive is the perfect way to explore the dazzling array of bird species. Explore the different majestic creatures in their natural habitats during this amazing game drive in Uganda.

You will have a self drive in Uganda to your hotel, have your breakfast and rest. However, some clients prefer having their breakfast before the game drive activity.

Visiting Queen Elizabeth national park will fill your adventure with joyous game drives. Also, a boat cruise along Kazinga Channel, and guided nature walks. Encounter tree-climbing lions, elephants, hippos, and diverse bird species. Queen Elizabeth national park will be worth your time.

After lunch, you will check out and go for Uganda self drive tours to Bwindi Impenetrable forest national park. On arrival, you will check in at the accommodation facility for dinner and rest. Also prepare for the next day’s gorilla safari Uganda activity.

All meals and accommodation: Mahogany springs or similar.

Day 13: Go on a 4×4 self drive for Uganda gorilla trekking tours in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

Ever wanted to go for trips to Uganda to see gorillas? Be ready to wake up early for your breakfast then go on a self drive safari to Bwindi Impenetrable. You will then go for your Bwindi gorilla trekking in the morning. You should be at the park headquarters by 8:00 am for briefing from the park rangers. Be well dressed in your trekking attires such as long-sleeved shirts and trousers, trekking boots among others. Since these Uganda gorilla tours involve thorns and some poisonous insects.

During the briefing, the park rangers will inform you of the dos and don’ts for gorilla tracking Uganda tours.. At this point, you will be allocated a Gorilla family to trek. Each group is trekked by at most 8 people and this recommendation is not violated at any time of the year.

Day 14: Have a self drive safari Uganda to lake Bunyonyi (Uganda’s deepest lake).

On the 14^th day, you will check out from the accommodation facility, for 4×4 self drive Uganda safari to lake Bunyonyi. This drive Uganda road trip in our 4×4 rental will take you not more than 3 hours to reach your new destination. After checking in, you will make a visit to this stunning lake for photography and relaxation. Lake Bunyonyi is surrounded by lush green hills and terraced landscapes. Hence, making it one of the most picturesque lakes in Uganda and this combination will give you a very beautiful scenery.

Here, you will enjoy the 29 islands along this stunning lake, each with its own unique charm. Some of these islands have fascinating history, like the famously known Punishment Island. This one was used for banishing women accused of adultery in the past.

Besides its history, the lake is known for its rich birdlife, with over 200 species of birds, including the African fish eagle and the grey crowned crane. Also these will give you melodiously whispering sounds during your stay.

After spending some time along the lake Bunyonyi, you will return to your accommodation facility, for meals, rest and sleep over.

All meals and accommodation: Lake Bunyonyi Eco-Resort or BirdNest Resort.

Day 15; Transfer from lake Bunyonyi in our self drive car rentalUuganda to Entebbe, for your return home.

Your day will begin with an early morning breakfast before setting off for your return to Kampala then Entebbe. Check out from your accommodation facility and drive back to Entebbe, by a 4×4 safari vehicle There will be options such as a drop-off at your place of residence or Entebbe airport for those flying back from Uganda.

You are expected to leave Lake Bunyonyi early in the morning since your Uganda self drive safari will be for slightly longer hours (8-9 hours). Stop over at any convenient restaurant along the way for lunch. This will mark the end of your 15 days self drive safari Uganda holiday.

End of your 15 days Self drive safari Uganda holiday