10 Things To Do in Uganda On Your Honeymoon

10 Things to do in Uganda on your honeymoon. Choosing a honeymoon in Uganda to some of the incredible destinations in the country is memorable and unique. Uganda has spectacular untamed spots that tickle the inside of you and take away the stress of all wedding preparations. You need that intimate time with your spouse where only the birds and wild voices speak other than the chaotic noise of the city.

Honeymoon activities in Uganda range from wild game drives, viewing sparkling water sceneries, primate walks, community visits and so much more. The choice of what to do and where to overnight is yours to make so that every wedding anniversary you do not forget your wonderful experience in Africa.

The majority of honeymoon destinations in Uganda are in the countryside especially national game parks. Some of the game parks in Uganda suitable for honeymoon include Murchison Falls National Park, Queen Elizabeth National Park, Lake Mburo National Park, Kibale National Park, Kidepo valley National park and so many others.

Highlights Of 10 Things To Do In Uganda on Honeymoon

• Game Drives in Uganda
• Boat trips
• Gorilla Trekking
• Chimpanzee trekking
• Ssese Island Visit
• Lake Bunyonyi Visit
• Hiking mountains
• Birding in Uganda
• White Water rafting and visiting the Source of the Nile

Game drive On Honeymoon In Uganda

Love is a natural feeling and why not wind and unwind on a game drive in any of the wildlife parks in Uganda? A variety of wild animals are freely living in the National Parks of Uganda. Though some may be common to all the national parks, some are specifically found in particular parks.

Uganda hosts a number of game parks in the fur countryside. Some of them include Kidepo Valley National Park, Queen Elizabeth National park, Murchison Falls National park, and Lake Mburo National park

An early morning or evening game drive in Uganda national parks may give you chance to see animals like lions, elephants, water bucks, leopards, giraffes, buffaloes, cheetahs, zebras, topis, sitatungas, warthogs, wild forest hogs to mention but a few.

 Overnighting in or close to the game park gives you ample time to drive through the park and catch up with wild animals as they embark or disembark from their hideouts or hangouts.

Tailoring a proper itinerary gives the right flow of your voyage without backtracking. Booking a private vehicle also gives you the freedom and privacy to travel without inconveniencing anyone on board.

A Boat Trip on Honeymoon in Uganda

Water and love are like peanut butter and jelly as most of the Uganda water bodies are freshwater bodies that give off a cool breeze. Lake Victoria is the largest water lake in Uganda and booking a sunset cruise with some snacks is perfect for your honeymoon in Uganda. As a couple, you get to enjoy the activities on the banks like fish net cleaning on landing sites, beautiful vegetation and beaches along the banks and so much more.

The two launch trips to either Murchison Falls National Park or Queen Elizabeth National Park are a highlight during the honeymoon. Both parks provide public and private boat trips. 

A Boat trip to Murchison falls, you sail on the Nile by passing serried huge Nile Crocodiles, schools of hippos, riverine wild animals that move down to quench thirst, an array of water birds and so much more. The drama at Murchison falls is amazing as you get to see river Nile water squeezing through the 6 meters wide gorge and bursting out vigorously to produce a roaring sound.

During the boat trip on Kazinga Channel in Queen Elizabeth National Park, you have a variety of wild animals to watch out for. Some of them include crocodiles, the herd of buffaloes and elephants that love showering from the channel, lions, a series of crocodiles, hippos and so many others. A plethora of birds love feeding from the marshes along the banks and a beautiful view of Rwenzori ranges comes into view.

Gorilla Trekking On Honeymoon in Uganda

How remarkable it gets to do gorilla trekking on honeymoon an African trip which is top on the bucket list of most travelers. You need to reserve your gorilla trekking permits in time so that you are both booked in the same area. Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is the prime gorilla trekking park in Uganda with Mgahinga National Park

The cost of a Uganda gorilla trekking permit is currently $700 per person per trek.  All permits are sold on a first come first served basis so you need to check for availability prior to confirming the gorilla permit.

Book accommodation close to or within the area of gorilla trekking so that you do not drive long distances to catch up with the briefing. Ensure you also have the right gorilla trekking gear because the jungle requires some special attire.

Chimpanzee Trekking On Honeymoon In Uganda

Paying a visit to the closest relatives of man the chimpanzees on honeymoon is exciting. Chimpanzees have about 98% human DNA which makes their behavior similar to humans. You both need a chimpanzee trekking permit but each area offers different prices for Chimpanzee trekking.

The cost of kibale National park chimpanzee trekking permits is $200 per person, the cost of Kyambura gorge chimpanzee permits is $ 50, and Kaniyo Pabidi chimpanzee trekking permits. Ngamba Chimpanzee sanctuary has rescued chimpanzees from captivity, from poachers, and homeless chimpanzees that cannot return to their communities.

Ssese Island Honeymoon In Uganda

Honeymoon plus tranquility and quality time is the experience you get on Ssese Island. The island lies in freshwater Lake Victoria and can be reached by ferry, boat, or charter flight.

The cool breeze from the lake, clear water, and surrounding forest cover send great memories only. You can swim in the water because it’s said that it’s bilharzia free, take a forest walk where you may get to identify various monkey species like black and white colobus, vervet monkeys and so many others. You can go spot fishing but carry your own fishing equipment and lures. Enjoy the bond fire alongside the lake banks in the night

 Some of the accommodations to book on honeymoon Ssese Island  Brovad Sand Lodge, Ssese Island Beach Hotel, Victoria Forest Resort

Honeymoon on lake Bunyonyi in Uganda

Spending your honeymoon at serene Lake Bunyonyi in Kabale district is memorable. Lake Bunyonyi is the second deepest lake in Africa created on the floor of the rift valley by faulting. The lake has 29 islands some of which are Akampene Island the famous Punishment Island, Bushara Island, Njuyeera islands, and others. Each of these islands can be reached by canoeing to enjoy the amazing features and sceneries on each.

During your honeymoon, you can take part in activities like Swimming in the lake, bird watching, hiking, chilling and relaxing, canoeing, nature walk, community visit and so much more. Drafting and confirming your itinerary of what to do on Lake Bunyonyi helps you exploit all engaging activities.

The word Bunyonyi means small birds and indeed Lake Bunyonyi is always graced by numerous birds that feed and nest from the grassland and forest cover close by.

Hiking Mountains during Honeymoon in Uganda

Although hiking is tiresome and sometimes takes a number of days, you can challenge your fitness with a day’s hike to mountains like Mountain Muhavura, Mountain Sabyinyo, and Mountain Gahinga in fur south Western part of Uganda.

You may not require any special equipment but some level of fitness is required to get to the top. Enjoy your passionate time together away from interruptions and surrounded by the beautiful view of vegetation cover.

You may also opt to climb Rwenzori Mountains also referred to as the mountains of the moon but you need over a week to succeed. This requires prior arrangements and practice in order to get your muscles fit for hiking.

Birding On Honeymoon In Uganda

If you are a keen birder, a honeymoon in Uganda is the place to be. Uganda has over 1000 bird species including some on the IUCN red list. The 24 species of the Albertine endemics are present in Uganda, especially in the southwestern corner of Uganda. Some of the birds you may get to see include shoe bill, Fox weaver, Rwenzori Turaco, Archer’s Robin-chat, Collared Apalis, Short-tailed Warbler, Rwenzori Batis, strange Weaver, and so many others.

Selecting the perfect birding destinations and putting them together in a wonderful itinerary for your honeymoon in Uganda gives access to a great variety of birds. Some of the famous birding destinations in Uganda include Mabamba swamp, Bwindi forest National Park, Queen Elizabeth National Park, Murchison Falls National Park, Lutembe Beach, Botanical Beach and so much more.

White Water Rafting and Source Of River Nile Visit

A honeymoon on River Nile is a moment to enjoy the true feeling of nature. Listen to the unending soothing voices of the river flow. Take off some time to enjoy White Water rafting on the vigorous tides of Itanda Falls.

Even when you have no expertise in white water rafting expert instructors are ready to take you through the steps. You can also do kayaking or tubing on the Nile with your spouse. It’s such a great moment to enjoy on your honeymoon.

Visiting the source of the River Nile in Jinja is incredible. River Nile being the longest river in the world leaves many people wondering what its starting point looks like. The Nile flows through 5 African countries that is Uganda, South Sudan, The Sudan, Ethiopia and its delta in Egypt. Enjoy the beautiful views of the River Nile Banks.

Accommodations to Book in Jinja For the Honeymoon include White waters Lodge, King Fisher’s Guest house, Sailing Club Jinja

What to Pack For Honeymoon In Uganda

Warm wear in case you are gorilla trekking in Uganda because the southwestern corner of Uganda is extremely cold. That is the only part of Uganda where you can do gorilla trekking.

Tracking boots to protect your feet from the soggy ground and harsh conditions that you may trample upon while in the wilderness.

Sleeveless and some shorts in case you have game drives on your itinerary

Garden gloves to protect your palms from rough and pricking thorns you may land your palms onto when you slide.

Energy treats for some extra energy during gorilla trekking and game drives.

A camera for you to keep memories of your great honeymoon moments in Uganda.

Light waterproof bag to carry your belonging in when in the wilderness and protect your camera lens from moisture

An extra camera battery to exchange with when one runs low

Rainproof gear in case you are gorilla trekking or during the rainy seasons in the game park to protect yourself from getting so wet.

Insect repellant perfect for your skin because the wilderness harbors lots of stinging insects that may bite you.

For more information about 10 things to do in Uganda on your honeymoon and information about Encounter Africa safaris, kindly contact us or visit our Trip Advisor Page.