Rwanda and Uganda itinerary - 16 day roadtrip
Discover both southwestern Uganda and Rwanda on this 2-week self-drive adventure. If you're interested in nature and culture, this Rwanda road trip is the one for you.
- Trek the gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest.
- Spot chimpanzees in Kibale tropical rainforest.
- Enjoy plenty of wildlife spotting on your self-drive safaris in Lake Mburo and Queen Elizabeth National Park.
- Visit Kigali and be moved by its captivating history.
- Relax at Lake Gisenyi and you'll understand why Rwanda is named the land of a thousand hills.
Scroll down below to see the day-to-day itinerary with route descriptions and travel tips for Rwanda and Uganda. The trip includes car rental, accommodation (available in four price categories), gorilla and chimp permits.
Day-to-day itinerary | Uganda & Rwanda road trip
2 weeks in Uganda and Rwanda | This is what you need to know
Travel time and road conditions
We recommend 16 days / 14 car rental days for this Uganda & Rwanda itinerary. You'll cover southwestern Uganda, Kigali and Kivu Luke District in Rwanda. On an average travel day, you drive for 5 hours. Keep in mind that with photo and picnic stops, this still makes a full travel day.
Road conditions are good - asphalt with the occasional pothole and speed bumps. The most adventurous part is driving from Kisoro to Lake Mutanda (volcanic and dirt road) and from Hamurwa to Ishasha (off-road). Take note that the maximum speed in Rwanda is 60km/h.
Consult our Driving in Uganda Guide, which contains essential information when planning a self-drive holiday in Uganda.
The Uganda & Rwanda itinerary is possible to travel year-round.
Let's go!Find your budget & travel style
Our Uganda & Rwanda trip can be booked in three 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.
BookIncluded in your Uganda and Rwanda roadtrip
Included
- Gorilla trekking permit $ 700
- Chimp trekking permit $ 200
- Bed & Breakfast
- Car rental with unlimited mileage. Fuel own expense
- Car delivery to airport or hotel
- Car insurance
- 24/7 roadside assistance
- On the road manual, Bradt Travel Guide, roadmap
Optional
- Driver - Guide
- Electrical fridge
Create & book your 2-week Uganda & Rwanda adventure
Book the Uganda & Rwanda self-drive tour with stays in budget, mid-range or luxury lodges - or adjust it to your liking.
Let's go!Uganda & Rwanda Tour | Indicative prices
Low season | March - April + Nov - 21 Dec
RAV4 |
Landcruiser |
Hilux |
|
Budget |
€ 2,650 |
€ 2,930 |
€ 3,070 |
Comfort |
€ 2,890 |
€ 3,170 |
€ 3,310 |
Semi - luxury |
€ 3,990 |
€ 4,270 |
€ 4,410 |
Peak season | July - Sept + 22 Dec - February
RAV4 |
Landcruiser |
Hilux |
|
Budget |
€ 2,930 |
€ 3,350 |
€ 3,490 |
Comfort |
€ 3,170 |
€ 3,590 |
€ 3,730 |
Semi - luxury |
€ 4,270 |
€ 4,690 |
€ 4,830 |
Rest of year
RAV4 |
Landcruiser |
Hilux |
|
Budget |
€ 2,790 |
€ 3,140 |
€ 3,280 |
Comfort |
€ 3,030 |
€ 3,380 |
€ 3,520 |
Semi - luxury |
€ 4,130 |
€ 4,480 |
€ 4,620 |
The price is per person based on 2 people sharing a car and includes 15 hotel nights, 14-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!