7-Day Serene Uganda Honeymoon: Wildlife, Nature, and Private Nile Island Retreat
Uganda 7 Days / 6 Nights 1-6 people
$4,760 per person (02 travelers)
Overview
This 7-day honeymoon package in Uganda is designed for newlyweds from across the world to celebrate their love in a serene and quiet environment. The package offers couples an opportunity to celebrate their marriage in a more private and comfortable setting in close proximity to nature.
The package, therefore, includes excursions in Lake Mburo National Park for game viewing experiences as well as a unique horseback ride for a close wildlife encounter.
The trip concludes at Kangulumira, where you will enjoy tranquil days on a secluded private Kalagala island along the iconic River Nile. This location provides the perfect setting for relaxation and lasting memories.
Quick Safari Notes
- The safari begins and ends in Entebbe at the airport or in town and involves pick-up and drop-off.
- It is a fully guided tour, with a professional and experienced Tour Guide accompanying you for the entire duration of the safari.
- It involves many captivating activities such as game drives, bird watching, horse riding, water rafting, and general sightseeing.
- It is a day-by-day fixed program and payment for services such as accommodation and some activities are paid upfront. Any abrupt or late changes are subject to availability and may attract additional charges.
- The safari is suitable for all categories of people, such as couples, families with kids, youths, and solo travelers.
- Children aged from 03 years can participate in white water rafting. However, rafting along grade 5 rapids is restricted to children of 12 years and above.
- It features accommodations that provide luxury comfort levels.
- It involves road transport in a 4x4 Toyota Hiace van to connect to various destinations. The safari van has a pop-up roof for wildlife viewing.
Itinerary
Upon arrival at Entebbe airport and the conclusion of immigration procedures, a company guide/driver will warmly receive you at the designated waiting area. The guide will transfer you to your reserved accommodation in or around Entebbe town.
If you arrive in the country by the afternoon or earlier, you will go for a delightful two-hour sunset cruise on the serene waters of Lake Victoria. This captivating experience offers an opportunity to view the sun setting over the horizon while observing local fishermen casting their nets. As you relax, enjoy the complimentary snacks and drinks onboard as you soak in the picturesque views. The sunset cruise typically begins at 5:00 PM, after which you’ll return to your hotel for a restful evening.
At the hotel, enjoy a romantic lakeside dinner, where the serene ambiance and scenic surroundings offer a perfect setting for a lovely evening.
Meal Plan: Lunch & Dinner
After a relaxed breakfast, you will embark on a 6-hour drive to Lake Mburo National Park. You will stop at the Equator monument in Kayabwe to take photos and enjoy the captivating experiments demonstrating how the gravitational pull at the Equator latitude varies from that at other latitudes. The experiments show how water swirls in opposite directions on either side of the equator line.
In the evening, you will enter the park and conduct a game drive where you will encounter a variety of animals and birds. The park is home to over fifty distinctive animal species, including antelopes (Topis, Elands, Impalas, Reedbucks, Deffassa Waterbucks, & Oribis), hyenas, zebras, buffaloes, warthogs, hippos, and more. The park is also home to several bird species, including aquatic ones and those that live in the acacia trees. Some birds found in Lake Mburo National Park include the bare-faced go-away bird, the black-bellied bustard, the uncommon Shoe Bill stork, the African finfoot, the African wattled lapwing, and others.
At the lodge, enjoy a romantic candlelit dinner beneath the sky in a quiet atmosphere that creates an unforgettable dining experience.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Today, you will go on a thrilling three-hour horseback safari across Lake Mburo National Park. This distinctive expedition offers an up-close encounter with many wildlife species while enabling you to view the park’s breathtaking landscapes from a captivating viewpoint.
Following the horseback excursion, you will return to the lodge to unwind for the rest of the day.
Note: Besides horseback riding, Lake Mburo National Park offers various optional activities, including cycling, boat rides, bird watching, and cultural experiences. Select the activity that aligns with your interests, and we will customize the tour accordingly.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Early in the morning, you will embark on a 7-8 hour journey to Kangulumira, specifically to the tranquil and secluded Wildwaters Lodge. Situated on the exclusive Kalagala Island, this opulent resort provides a serene retreat for relaxation and intimate moments. It is on six hectares of granite rocks in the heart of the renowned River Nile, where thunderous roars of exhilarating rapids echo all the time.
Upon arrival, you can relax and enjoy the serene atmosphere or take a refreshing swim in the pool, positioned perfectly to offer breathtaking views of the Nile's powerful rapids.
In the evening, enjoy a romantic private dinner tailored to your preference—whether in the comfort of your room or by the poolside. This creates an unforgettable dining experience amidst the natural beauty of the place.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Today, you will participate in the captivating rafting excursion on the iconic River Nile for about 05 hours. Whether you’re a skilled rafter or not, expect an exciting experience from the river’s rapids and falls, which offer various challenging options from grade 3 to grade 5.
Following the thrilling rafting experience on the Nile River, you will spend the rest of the evening relaxing at the lodge.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
At your convenience, enjoy a refined two-hour spa treatment skillfully done by skilled therapists committed to improving your well-being. This revitalizing experience aims to facilitate complete relaxation and immersion in the serenity of nature.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
After six days of cherished moments and intimate connection, you will embark on a scenic three-hour drive to Entebbe Airport for your departure flight.
To ensure a smooth and stress-free transfer, we recommend booking an evening flight to allow ample time for a relaxed journey and final reflections on your unforgettable experience.
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Lunch
Safari Highlights
- Take a captivating game drive in Lake Mburo National Park to explore a diverse range of wildlife.
- Experience a fascinating white-rafting adventure on the world's longest river.
- Conduct a walking safari in Lake Mburo National Park to encounter several species of animals.
- Enjoy the thrill of riding horses in Lake Mburo National Park.
Price Per Person (USD)
| 1 Pax | 2 Pax | 3 Pax | 4 Pax | 5 Pax | 6 Pax |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6560 | 4760 | 4670 | 4050 | 4020 | 3770 |
Price Includes
- Accommodation for 6 nights as indicated in the itinerary
- Road transport using a 4 x 4 Toyota Hiace Safari Van
- Services of the English-speaking guide/driver
- All meals during the safari period as indicated in the day-by-day section
- Entrance fees to all the parks indicated in the itinerary
- Bottled water in the safari vehicle
- A walking safari in Lake Mburo National Park
- Airport transfers
- Safe rafting on the Nile River
- Safe three hours of horse riding in Lake Mburo National Park.
- Two hours of Spa treatment at Wildwaters Lodge.
Price Excludes
- International travel to/from Entebbe
- Personal/travel insurance
- Entry Visa fees into Uganda
- Domestic flights (if required)
- Payment charges (when using online payment methods)
- Tips (gratuity) to guides (recommended)
- Any activity indicated as optional
- Activities not mentioned in the itinerary
- All kinds of drinks apart from drinking water
Accommodations
| Nights | Destination | Lodge/Hotel | Comfort |
|---|---|---|---|
| Night 1 | Entebbe Town | Protea Hotel | Luxury |
| Nights 2 & 3 | Lake Mburo National Park | Kigambira Safari Lodge | Luxury |
| Nights 4, 5 & 6 | Kalagala Island-Kayunga | Lemala Wildwaters Lodge | Luxury |
Please note that the accommodation options listed above are subject to availability at the time of booking. If there’s no availability at the quoted facilities, we will consider an alternative facility of a similar standard. You will be notified of any such changes before we confirm booking at the alternative facilities.
Additionally, modifications such as changes to your preferred accommodation or upgrades to luxury options are permitted. However, please note that such changes may result in an adjustment to the original tour cost.
Please contact us for special accommodation requests.Safari Highlights
- Take a captivating game drive in Lake Mburo National Park to explore a diverse range of wildlife.
- Experience a fascinating white-rafting adventure on the world's longest river.
- Conduct a walking safari in Lake Mburo National Park to encounter several species of animals.
- Enjoy the thrill of riding horses in Lake Mburo National Park.
