Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, your luxury Uganda honeymoon safari begins with a personalised VIP meet-and-greet service. A Deluxe Vacations Uganda representative will welcome you on arrival and assist you through immigration and customs formalities before escorting you to your private safari guide. This seamless arrival experience allows you to start your journey relaxed and well looked after from the very first moment.You will then be transferred to your hotel in Entebbe, located near the shores of Lake Victoria. After time to freshen up following your international flight, enjoy a private sunset cruise on Africa’s largest lake. As the evening light reflects across the water, take in the peaceful surroundings and celebrate the beginning of your honeymoon together. Return to the hotel for a relaxed evening and prepare for the adventures ahead.
The Boma Hotel Entebbe | Meal Plan: B
After breakfast, depart Entebbe and begin your journey west towards Kibale Forest National Park, home to the highest concentration of primates in East Africa. The scenic drive offers an excellent introduction to Uganda’s diverse landscapes, passing vibrant towns, rolling farmland, traditional villages, and lush tea plantations as you travel towards the Fort Portal region.Upon arrival, enjoy a leisurely hot lunch before exploring the beautiful crater lakes area, one of western Uganda’s most scenic regions. Depending on your preference and pace, enjoy either a guided walk or a scenic drive through this remarkable landscape, where panoramic viewpoints overlook volcanic crater lakes, tea estates, and the distant Rwenzori Mountains. Continue to Chimpundu Lodge and enjoy the tranquil forest setting as you prepare for tomorrow’s chimpanzee trekking experience in Kibale Forest.
Chimpundu Lodge | Meal Plan: B,L,D
After an early breakfast, transfer to Kibale Forest National Park for one of Africa’s most rewarding primate experiences. Accompanied by experienced Uganda Wildlife Authority rangers, venture into the rainforest in search of a habituated chimpanzee community. Kibale Forest is renowned for its rich biodiversity and provides excellent opportunities to observe chimpanzees in their natural habitat while also encountering other primates, birds, and forest wildlife.Once the chimpanzees are located, spend time observing their fascinating behaviour as they feed, groom, communicate, and interact within the forest canopy. After this memorable encounter, return to Chimpundu Lodge for lunch before continuing south to Queen Elizabeth National Park, Uganda’s most popular savannah safari destination. Arrive at Mweya Safari Lodge overlooking the Kazinga Channel and enjoy spectacular views across the park’s grasslands and waterways.
Mweya Safari Lodge | Meal Plan: B,L,D
Rise early for a morning game drive across the Kasenyi Plains, one of the most rewarding wildlife viewing areas in Queen Elizabeth National Park. As the savannah awakens, search for elephants, buffaloes, lions, Uganda kobs, waterbucks, and a variety of bird species that thrive within this diverse ecosystem. The early morning hours often provide excellent wildlife viewing opportunities and beautiful photography conditions, making this one of the highlights of your Uganda safari.Following your game drive, enjoy a private bush breakfast in a scenic location within the park. Surrounded by the sights and sounds of the African wilderness, this special experience adds a memorable and romantic touch to your honeymoon. Return to Mweya Safari Lodge for relaxation before embarking on an afternoon boat safari along the Kazinga Channel, famous for its large concentrations of hippos, crocodiles, elephants, buffaloes, and exceptional birdlife. Return to the lodge as the sun begins to set over the park.
Mweya Safari Lodge | Meal Plan: B,L,D
After breakfast, depart Queen Elizabeth National Park and travel south through the remote Ishasha Sector, a region renowned for its famous tree-climbing lions. Enjoy a game drive through this scenic landscape of open savannah, fig trees, and acacia woodland while searching for lions resting in the branches, along with elephants, buffaloes, topis, and other wildlife commonly found in the area.Continue your journey with a stop for lunch at Simba Café before proceeding to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, home to nearly half of the world’s remaining mountain gorillas. As the scenery changes from open plains to lush highland forests, anticipation builds for tomorrow’s gorilla trekking experience. Arrive at Mahogany Springs Lodge in the afternoon and take time to relax and enjoy the peaceful forest surroundings. In the evening, enjoy a romantic candlelit dinner as you prepare for one of Africa’s most extraordinary wildlife encounters.
Mahogany Springs Honeymoon Suite | Meal Plan: B,L,D
Today is the highlight of your luxury Uganda honeymoon safari and one of Africa’s most remarkable wildlife experiences. After an early breakfast, transfer to the park headquarters for a briefing before entering Bwindi Impenetrable Forest in search of a habituated mountain gorilla family. Accompanied by experienced rangers, trek through the forest while learning about gorilla behaviour, conservation efforts, and the unique ecosystem that supports these endangered primates.The duration of the trek varies depending on the location of your assigned gorilla family, but the reward is an unforgettable hour spent observing mountain gorillas in their natural habitat. Watch as they feed, interact, groom one another, and go about their daily lives, often just a few metres away. After this extraordinary encounter, return to the lodge for a well-deserved afternoon of relaxation. Later, enjoy a couples massage before retiring to your honeymoon suite, reflecting on a day that will undoubtedly remain one of the most memorable moments of your journey together.
Mahogany Springs Honeymoon Suite | Meal Plan: B,L,D
After a leisurely breakfast, depart Bwindi Impenetrable Forest and travel to Lake Bunyonyi, one of Uganda’s most scenic destinations. Surrounded by terraced hills and dotted with numerous islands, the lake offers a peaceful change of pace following the excitement of gorilla trekking. Upon arrival at Arcadia Cottages Lake Bunyonyi, take time to relax and enjoy the panoramic views across the tranquil waters and surrounding countryside.Later in the afternoon, set out on a private boat cruise across the lake, exploring some of its islands while learning about their history and cultural significance. As you glide across the calm waters, admire the rolling hills, rural landscapes, and peaceful atmosphere that make Lake Bunyonyi a favourite destination for couples. In the evening, enjoy a private dinner overlooking the lake, accompanied by spectacular views and a relaxed setting that perfectly complements this special stage of your luxury Uganda honeymoon safari.
Arcadia Cottages Bunyonyi | Meal Plan: B,L,D
Enjoy a relaxed morning at Lake Bunyonyi before departing for Lake Mburo National Park. The journey takes you through the picturesque landscapes of southwestern Uganda, passing rolling hills, rural communities, and cattle farms characteristic of the Ankole region. Arrive at Mihingo Lodge in time for lunch and some relaxation before heading out to explore the park.Later, enjoy an evening game drive through Lake Mburo National Park, Uganda’s smallest savannah national park. Despite its size, the park supports a remarkable diversity of wildlife, including zebras, giraffes, elands, impalas, buffaloes, warthogs, and numerous bird species. The park’s rolling hills, acacia woodland, and scattered lakes create a distinctive landscape unlike any other safari destination in Uganda. Return to the lodge as the sun sets over the wilderness and enjoy a peaceful evening surrounded by nature.
Mihingo Lodge | Meal Plan: B, L, D
This morning, enjoy one of Uganda’s most distinctive safari experiences with a guided horseback safari through Lake Mburo National Park. Unlike traditional game drives, horseback safaris allow you to explore the park quietly and at a slower pace, often providing closer encounters with wildlife. Ride through open savannah, acacia woodland, and rolling valleys while observing zebras, giraffes, impalas, elands, and other animals in their natural habitat.Return to the lodge for lunch and a leisurely afternoon, with time to relax and enjoy the beautiful surroundings. As evening approaches, head out for a private sundowner experience in a scenic location overlooking the park. Enjoy refreshments as the landscape is bathed in the warm glow of the setting sun, creating a peaceful and memorable conclusion to your honeymoon safari. Return to the lodge for your final evening in the wilderness.
Mihingo Lodge | Meal Plan: B, L, D
After breakfast, begin your journey back to Entebbe, enjoying a final drive through Uganda’s scenic countryside. Along the way, stop at the Equator, one of the country’s most popular landmarks, for photographs and the opportunity to stand in both the Northern and Southern Hemispheres at the same time. You will also enjoy a coffee tasting experience showcasing Uganda’s renowned coffee and have time to browse locally made crafts, souvenirs, and gifts.Following your stop, continue to Entebbe, arriving in time for your international departure flight. As your luxury Uganda honeymoon safari comes to an end, reflect on the experiences shared along the way—from chimpanzee trekking in Kibale Forest and wildlife viewing in Queen Elizabeth National Park to mountain gorilla trekking in Bwindi, the tranquillity of Lake Bunyonyi, and the unique landscapes of Lake Mburo National Park. Depart Uganda with lasting memories of remarkable wildlife encounters, beautiful scenery, exceptional hospitality, and meaningful moments shared together.
