11 Days Uganda & Rwanda Honeymoon Safari

Overview—11 Days Uganda & Rwanda Honeymoon Safari

The 11 Days Uganda & Rwanda Honeymoon Safari is designed for couples who want to celebrate love in the wild heart of Africa. It blends intimate moments in luxurious lodges with thrilling encounters in nature, from gorilla trekking in Bwindi and Volcanoes to game drives in Queen Elizabeth and sunset boat rides on the Kazinga Channel. Along the way, the two of you will explore misty forests, rolling savannahs, crater lakes, and Rwanda’s sparkling Lake Kivu—each destination offering space for romance and relaxation.

This safari balances adventure and serenity, giving you shared experiences you’ll cherish forever. Whether it’s watching a silverback gorilla with your partner by your side, toasting to the sunset over the Nile, or enjoying a quiet canoe ride on Lake Bunyonyi, every day combines the thrill of discovery with the intimacy of a honeymoon retreat.

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Detailed Itinerary —11 Days Uganda & Rwanda Honeymoon Safari

Day 1: Arrival in Entebbe – Romantic Welcome

On arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you are welcomed and transferred to a boutique hotel on the shores of Lake Victoria. Spend the evening unwinding together, perhaps with a romantic dinner overlooking the lake. Overnight in Entebbe.

Day 2: Fly to Murchison Falls National Park – Sunset Game Drive

After breakfast, take a scenic domestic flight to Murchison Falls National Park. On arrival, you check into a luxury lodge along the Nile. In the afternoon, you enjoy a relaxed game drive as the golden light of sunset washes over the plains. Dinner is served under the stars before you retreat to your private suite.

Day 3: Game Drive and Private Boat Cruise on the Nile

This morning, you head out for a game drive, with opportunities to see elephants, giraffes, and lions. After lunch, you board a private boat for a romantic cruise along the Nile, where hippos and crocodiles abound. The experience is crowned with a view of Murchison Falls at its thunderous best. Return to your lodge for fine dining and overnight.

Day 4: Fly to Kibale Forest – Lodge Relaxation

After breakfast, you fly south to Kibale, where your lodge is tucked in lush greenery. The afternoon is kept free for relaxation—swimming, couples’ massages, or simply enjoying the tranquility. Dinner and overnight in Kibale.

Day 5: Chimpanzee Tracking – Romantic Nature Walk

You begin the day with chimpanzee tracking in Kibale Forest, where you spend time observing these playful primates. After lunch, you enjoy a gentle guided nature walk around crater lakes, perfect for scenic photography and private moments. Dinner and overnight at your lodge.

Day 6: Transfer to Queen Elizabeth – Evening Game Drive

This morning, you set off for Queen Elizabeth National Park. On arrival, you settle into a luxury lodge overlooking the park’s vast plains. In the evening, you enjoy a relaxed game drive, followed by a candlelit dinner. Overnight in Queen Elizabeth.

Day 7: Game Drive and Kazinga Channel Sunset Cruise

Start the day with a sunrise game drive across the Kasenyi plains, where lions and elephants roam. After lunch, you take a private boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, sipping sundowners as hippos and elephants gather at the water’s edge. Dinner and overnight at your lodge.

Day 8: Drive to Bwindi via Ishasha – Tree-Climbing Lions

After breakfast, you drive through the Ishasha sector, hoping to spot the unique tree-climbing lions. By afternoon, you arrive in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and check into your romantic forest lodge. Dinner is served with a view of the misty highlands.

Day 9: Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi – Lodge Romance

Today is the highlight of your safari. After breakfast, you trek into the dense forest to meet a gorilla family. Sharing this hour together, watching silverbacks, mothers, and young gorillas, is one of the most intimate experiences in the wild. After trekking, return to your lodge for a couple’s massage, relaxation, and a romantic dinner.

Day 10: Cross into Rwanda – Relax at Lake Kivu

This morning, you cross into Rwanda and transfer to Lake Kivu, one of Africa’s most romantic lakes. You check into a luxury lakeside resort, where the afternoon is yours to relax, swim, or take a boat ride together. Dinner and overnight at Lake Kivu.

Day 11: Transfer to Kigali – City Tour – Departure

After breakfast, you take a scenic drive to Kigali. Depending on your flight time, you may enjoy a short city tour, including art galleries, craft markets, and the Kigali Genocide Memorial. Later, you are transferred to the airport for your onward journey, marking the end of your honeymoon safari.