Explore the best of Uganda - 24 day roadtrip
Got time on your side? Then book this epic Uganda self-drive tour and you'll understand why Uganda is nicknamed 'Africa condensed'. Uganda's Grand Circuit is our most popular travel itinerary combining game drives, primate trekking, cultural experiences and Uganda off the beaten track.
- Trek the gorillas and chimps in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest and Kibale rainforest.
- See the mighty river Nile explode in Murchison Falls.
- Enjoy plenty of wildlife spotting on your self-drive safaris in Lake Mburo, Queen Elizabeth, Murchison and Kidepo National Park
- Explore Karamoja, home to the proud and traditional Karamajong tribe.
- Top off your road trip with a true adrenaline rush rafting the river Nile before relaxing at one of the lovely riverside lodges in Jinja.
Scroll down below to see the day-to-day itinerary with route descriptions and lots of insider travel tips for Uganda. The trip includes car rental, accommodation (available in four price categories), gorilla and chimp permits and rafting (optional).
Day-to-day-itinerary | Uganda's Grand Circuit
3 weeks in Uganda | This is what you need to know
Travel time and road conditions
We recommend 24 days / 22 car rental days for this Uganda itinerary, spending two nights at each location. A Landcruiser is required because of the condition of the roads in Karamoja and Kidepo National Park. Time or budget not on your side? Leave out Kidepo and hire an RAV4.
This circuit contains the most driving hours of our Uganda travel itineraries, so you'd better enjoy driving or choose a guided experience with one of our local driver guides.
Road conditions are good: asphalt with the occasional pothole and speed bumps. Roads inside the National Parks are generally good dirt tracks, but Kidepo can be difficult after rain. Consult our Driving in Uganda Guide, which contains essential information when planning a self-drive holiday in Uganda.
Uganda's Grand Circuit is possible to travel year-round.
Let's go!Find your budget & travel style
Our Uganda Grand Circuit can be booked in four price categories:
Budget: Some mid-range lodges offer 'Lazy Camping' (glamping), where you sleep in an already set-up tent. There is a sanitary block that you share with other campers. Adding some 'Lazy Camping' nights in your Uganda tour works favourably for your budget, while you can still enjoy the lodge facilities.
Comfort (mid-range): This is your best option for comfortable, self-contained ('en suite') accommodations set in stunning locations which do not cost a fortune.
Semi-Luxury: If you opt for luxury, we select barefoot luxury resorts which are intimate, have lots of privacy and high-quality service. Not every stop in Uganda allows for a stay in this segment, therefore we rather call it a semi-luxury trip.
Combo - Campsites & Lodges: Experience the best of both worlds: travel with camp gear and alternate camping in the bush with stays in lovely lodges.
BookIncluded in your Uganda roadtrip
Included
- Gorilla trekking permit $ 800
- Chimp trekking permit $ 250
- Bed & Breakfast
- Car rental with unlimited mileage. Fuel own expense
- Car delivery to airport or hotel
- Car insurance
- 24/7 roadside assistance
- Uganda driving manual, Bradt Travel Guide, roadmap
- Travel Notes with driving directions and stops along the way
Optional
- Driver - Guide
- Electrical fridge
- Rafting
Create & Book your 3 week adventure in Uganda
Book Uganda's Grand Circuit with stays in budget, mid-range or luxury lodges - or adjust it to your liking.
Let's go!Grand Circuit | Indicative prices
Low season | March - April + Nov - 21 Dec
Landcruiser |
Hilux |
|
Budget |
€ 3,660 |
€ 3,880 |
Comfort |
€ 4,360 |
€ 4,580 |
Semi - luxury |
€ 5,390 |
€ 5,610 |
Combo |
€ 3,730 |
€ 3,950 |
Peak season | July - Sept + 22 Dec - February
Landcruiser |
Hilux |
|
Budget |
€ 4,320 |
€ 4,540 |
Comfort |
€ 5,020 |
€ 5,240 |
Semi - luxury |
€ 6,050 |
€ 6,270 |
Combo |
€ 4,390 |
€ 4,610 |
Rest of year
Landcruiser |
Hilux |
|
Budget |
€ 3,990 |
€ 4,210 |
Comfort |
€ 4,690 |
€ 4,910 |
Semi - luxury |
€ 5,720 |
€ 5,940 |
Combo |
€ 4,060 |
€ 4,280 |
The price is per person based on 2 people sharing a car and includes 23 hotel nights, 22-day car rental, airport pick up, gorilla (USD 800 pp) and chimp (USD 250 pp) permit.
Easy and secure online payment to our Roadtrip Africa Bookings office in the Netherlands.
Prefer a guided road trip? Travel with a driver-guide (€40/day). This is an option you can select in the online booking form.
Planning to visit Uganda during peak season? Book your tour several months in advance!