14 Days Uganda Self Drive Safari
Car Rental 4×4 Africa has crafted an exceptional 14-day Uganda Self Drive travel itinerary as an alternative to the 7 Days Uganda Roadtrip itinerary, allowing for an in-depth exploration of the finest Uganda National parks while ensuring the opportunity to observe the Mountain Gorillas. this 14 days Self Drive Uganda Safari to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Mgahinga National Park, Kibale Forest National Park, Queen Elizabeth National Park & Murchison Falls National Park.
This 14 days Self drive Uganda Safari combines primates trekking Wildlife viewing in 2 weeks, highlighting game drives, boat rides, mountain gorilla trekking, Chimpanzee tracking & Golden Monkey tracking. Book a reliable 4×4 Rav4 or Land cruiser rental cars and travel with confidence, so as to complete your 2 weeks Uganda roadtrip Safari.
14-Day Uganda Self Drive Safari– 2 Weeks roadtrip uganda itinerary
- Day 1: Arrival and Pickup from Entebbe International Airport,
- Day 2: Drive to Murchison Falls National Park
- Day 3: Game Drive and Boat Cruise
- Day 4: Exploration of Lake Albert and Engagement with Local Communities
- Day 5: Drive to Kibale Forest National Park
- Day 6: Chimpanzee Tracking and Bigodi Walk
- Day 7: Drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Day 8: Game Drive and Boat Cruise
- Day 9: Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park via Isasha Sector.
- Day 10: Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi & Drive to Mgahinga National Park.
- Day 11: Golden Monkey Tracking.
- Day 12: Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park.
- Day 13: Game Drive in Lake Mburo.
- Day 14: Drive back to Entebbe International Airport for transfer.
Activities of a 14-Day Uganda Road Trip Itinerary
- Gorilla tracking
- Chimpanzee tracking
- Game drives
- Boat Cruise
- Rhino Tracking
- Big Five Game
Detailed itinerary for 14-days Uganda self-drive Safari
14-day Uganda self drive Road Trip safari will allow you to explore Uganda’s natural beauty, animals, and landscapes. Your 2 week roadtrip Uganda itinerary will begin at the stunning Murchison Falls National Park, renowned for its impressive Murchison Falls, and conclude with an exhilarating experience in Jinja.
Day 1: Arrival and transfer to the hotel
Upon arrival, you will be greeted by the driver who will hand over the 4×4 Rental Jeep at the airport, after then you will proceed to your hotel, where you will spend the first night of your trip.
Accommodation at Via Via Guest House
Day 2: Drive to Murchison Falls National Park
Commence your journey to Murchison Falls National Park immediately following an early breakfast. Appreciate the picturesque landscapes of Uganda throughout the journey, along with the vibrant roadside markets. Visit the Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary to gain insights into the conservation efforts dedicated to rhinos at this facility. Following this experience, make your way to the park and visit the top of the falls, time permitting, before heading to your lodge for the evening.
Accommodation at Red Chili Rest Camp
Day 3: Game Drives and Boat Safari on the Nile
Murchison Falls National Park is the largest park in Uganda, providing exceptional opportunities for game viewing. Commence your experience with a game drive along the Northern bank of the River Nile. Observe the various animals and birds in their natural environment. While on the game drive, be attentive to the presence of bush bucks, water bucks, buffaloes, giraffes, elephants, lions, hartebeest, leopards, Uganda kobs, and various bird species.
In the afternoon, participate in a leisurely boat ride. Be attentive to animals approaching the water, as well as those that are resident or semi-resident, such as hippos, crocodiles, and monitor lizards.
Accommodation at Red Chili Rest Camp
Day 4: Lake Albert and Community Engagement
Depart for the shores of Lake Albert following a brief game drive from your lodge as you exit the park. Experience a short stopover in the Mubaku community, where you can experience traditional dance and folktales. This community is adjacent to the park and plays a vital role in the conservation of wildlife.
Accommodation: Camping at the Lake
Day 5: Drive to Kibale Forest
Set off today for the Chimpanzee habitat in Kibale National Park. Kibale Forest hosts 13 species of primates, with chimpanzee tracking and bird watching as the primary attractions. The route to this tropical forest traverses through villages and vibrant roadside markets.
Upon arrival, you will check into your hotel and take some time to rest in preparation for your chimpanzee tracking the next day.
Accommodation at Little Monkey Camp.
Day 6: Chimpanzee trekking and Bigodi Community
Following breakfast, proceed for the chimpanzee trekking activity. Chimpanzees share 98.7% of human DNA and are recognized as our closest relatives. The expedition commences with an informative briefing led by your ranger guide regarding the chimpanzee trek. This experience provides an opportunity to observe these primates in their natural habitat. Upon locating the chimpanzees, you will have the opportunity to observe them for one hour.
In the afternoon, engage in a walk through the Bigodi community and connect with the local residents. Experience preparing coffee, banana beer, basketry, and hear from the medicine man about how he treats various illnesses.
Accommodation at Little Monkey Camp.
Day 7: Proceed to Queen Elizabeth National Park.
Following the thrilling encounter with the chimpanzees in their natural environment, proceed to Queen Elizabeth National Park, traversing the Crater Lakes region and taking in the stunning vistas of the Rwenzori Mountain ranges. Consider visiting the Rwenzori Sculptors gallery during your stopover.
Proceed to the park and follow the crater drive to appreciate the stunning landscapes of craters and observe the local wildlife. Depart from the park and proceed to the Katwe salt mines. Discover the salt mining processes and the historical significance of the Katwe salt mines. Enjoy a picnic lunch before heading to the lodge for an overnight stay.
Accommodation at Mweya Hostel Camp
Day 8: Game Drives and Boat Safari
Following an early breakfast, we depart for a game drive to collaborate with the lion research team on tracking lions and assisting in their efforts. The vehicle is tailored for game viewing, allowing you to appreciate the diverse wildlife, including elephants, lions, leopards, buffaloes, and Uganda kobs, among others.
In the afternoon, participate in a boat safari on the Kazinga Channel, leading to Lake Edward, where you can observe various animals along the banks and a diverse array of bird species. Experience an evening game drive in the park, followed by a night drive as you observe the nocturnal wildlife.
Accommodation at Mweya Hostel Camp is available.
Day 9: Drive to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
Depart after breakfast for Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. The park hosts a variety of bird species, butterflies, primates, and mammals. The journey offers a picturesque view of the terraced hills in the Kigezi highlands. The local community meticulously terraces these hills in preparation for planting potatoes in their gardens.
Accommodation at Rafiki Camp Site
Day 10: Gorilla trekking at Bwindi
Embark on an expedition through the dense forest to observe the endangered mountain gorillas in their natural habitat. Initially, you will receive a briefing from the ranger guide. Subsequently, you will be assigned a gorilla family to monitor, and you will collaborate with other individuals in this group. Some gorilla groups’ trailheads are farther from where the briefing is held, so you will drive you to the starting place.
Experience the day in the dense forest, where you will have a maximum of one hour with the gorillas once they are located. Please maintain a respectful level of silence while observing them.
Accommodation at Kisoro Saw Saw Guest House
Day 11: Tracking Golden Monkeys in Mgahinga National Park
In Mgahinga National Park, you will do golden monkey tracking, which begins in the morning and follows the same regulations as mountain gorilla trekking and chimpanzee viewing.
The trailhead for certain groups is located away from the briefing point; therefore, your will drive to the starting location. Experience a day in the Virunga Massif, where you will have up to one hour with the golden monkeys once they are located. Please maintain a respectful silence during the viewing and subsequently return to the campsite.
Day 12: Drive to Lake Mburo National Park
This morning, following breakfast, you will proceed to the serene Lake Mburo National Park, recognized as the smallest of the savannah national parks in Uganda. Consider a stopover at the Igongo Museum for lunch, followed by a visit to the Ankole cultural museum.
Please proceed to your lodge for check-in, and subsequently return to the park for an evening nature walk. A two-hour walk will be conducted with a ranger guide who will provide in-depth insights into the park and its wildlife.
Accommodation at Leopard Rest Camp
Day 13: Community Experience
Get an early morning experience in milking cows from a cattle kraal located near the park. Please return to the lodge for breakfast and proceed with the check-out process. A stopover at the renowned equator monument will be included for photography and shopping opportunities. Make your way to your hotel in Jinja for the night.
Accommodation at Leopard Rest Camp
Day 14: Transition to Entebbe or Kampala
We trust that your experience in Uganda was exceptional with White water rafting on the White Nile in Jinja.
Based on your flight schedule, depart from Jinja following a leisurely Lunch and head to the airport for your departure flight.