The Ultimate Northern Circuit Road Trip in Uganda
Uganda a renowned safari destination accommodates both travelers on fully guided and self-guided safari. Today, several travelers however have wished to test their capabilities of driving in a foreign country. So, hiring a car for Uganda self drive adventure is another amusement to consider when planning for a safari in Uganda.
Among the amusing moments on a safari to Uganda is taking a drive through the Northern route. The northern route remained for unique encounters of which some are not seen with other adventure routes in Uganda.
Considerably, other major safari adventure routes include; northeastern route, western route, Southwestern route and the Eastern routes. All these routes are blessed with unique features as may be we shall discuss in our next write-ups. Now we’re to concentrate and focus this write-up to the northern safari route.
The northern safari road trip is an adventure packed route, when taking this amazing route on your self-drive road trip safari expect to encounter; the big five, world’s most powerful waterfalls, magnificent colorful waterfalls, abundance of wildlife. There are amazing people, one Uganda’s biggest cities of Gulu among many other considerations.
Where the northern safari road trip starts
The route as usual starts from Kampala taking the northern directing through Bombo road, then it turns to be the Gulu-Kampala road. The northern safari route will not branch to west Nile region, continue to Kabong to Kidepo Valley National Park.
Here are the Major tourist destinations to explore while on the Northern Uganda Trail;
Murchison Falls National Park
Uganda’s top visited tourist destination, Murchison falls National Park is among the special places where many tourist don’t wish to have it missing on their travel. A self-drive to Murchison is among the ease to drive places which even needs fewer hours of driving about 5 hours. Murchison is Uganda’s largest protected areas among the 10 National Parks in Uganda.
The park has unique and amazing features that has kept it most loved and most visited park in Uganda. However, though it’s magnificent, Murchison Falls National Park is not the most famous among tourist destination in Uganda, but comes second after Queen Elizabeth National Park.
Murchison Falls National Park is unique with mighty Murchison Falls which is almost the major attraction at the Park. The Murchison Falls are arguably the world’s most powerful falls due to their thunderous rapids that force into a narrow gorge of about 7m wide. The rapids rush to roughly pour 45m down forming the humus brownish bubble flow of the Victoria Nile.
The Victoria Nile continues forming a calm flow which bisect the park into the north and southern sections. The Victoria flow offer one of the best waters for the wild game cruise that leads to the bottom of the falls. The 3 hours boat drive starts from Para ferry dock point leading through the nature rewarding cruise.
The northern section of the park feature the open savannah woods accommodating largest concentration of wildlife. Majorly at the Delta point where the Victoria Nile meets with Lake Albert to make one of the largest deltas in Uganda that host larger numbers of animals, birds and others. The northern section of the Murchison Falls National Park is majorly known for adventure packed game drive. Take a guided-drive here expect to watch prides of lions, herds of elephants, buffalos, antelopes, giraffes, warthogs, leopards on rare occasions, Marabou stork etc.
Taking a kind of self-drive in Murchison you expect to take adventures like game drives, boat cruise, sports fishing, nature walks, and visiting of the falls, bird watching, and chimpanzee tracking in the nearby Budongo forest reserve.
Kidepo Valley National Park
Africa’s remotest national Park according to CNN report 2017. Kidepo is Uganda’s remotest park to access by road. The remote Kidepo Valley Park was rarely visited by tourist due to changes with accessing the park. However, the accessibility of the park has become easy still by road due to improved road facilities. There is no longer worry of taking a self-drive safari road trip into this far designated tourist destination.
Kidepo Valley National Park is among Africa’s amazing destinations which displays the real authentic African. The best landscape view with the endless savannah plain views packed with abundance of wildlife species. Kidepo is divided into the Kidepo Valley and the Narus Valley, and Narus Valley that starts around Apoka is the famous with animals.
The park has one of the highest concentration of wildlife species. The animal sights are decorated with zebras, giraffes, buffalos, elephants, several antelope species, lions are common. All these are common with the immediate Narus Valley. Unique birds are counted among are the ostrich, the secretary bird among many other species.
Kidepo is a special place to see and visit communities of real African people who still hold to their ancestor’s backgrounds. The Karamoja people are unique people and the Ik who live in the mountains of Karamoja sub-region. Among adventure activities done in Kidepo Valley National Park include the game drives, community visits, nature walks, mountain hiking and wild camping.
Driving to Kidepo Valley National Park in the recent years was one of the hectic undertaking. However, the narrative has changed with improved road infrastructures, longer distances are now driven on paved roads and reaching the region the unpaved roads are not such bad. Having your stronger 4×4 safari cruiser makes you wander the regions faultlessly.
Aruu Watefalls
These magnificent waterfalls are located in Padar district en-route to Kidepo Valley shorty after Gulu city. Aruu waterfalls are unique and beautiful waterfalls that give an awesome breathtaking moment of relaxing after your long journey drive. A short drive to Aruu falls takes a minimum of one and half hour. Reaching here have to slope down on sharp stones, and cross ponds by a lop which a great moment in the forest.
Gulu City
One of the major cities in Uganda, Gulu is the major city for the northern region. When driving through the city can take a moment and visit some special places within. Can take up a walk into the main market of Gulu city, or even tasting on the some local dishes prepared in restaurants within gulu city.
Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
The only natural area to find rhinos in Uganda. Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary makes Uganda the only place you visit and see rhinos. Uganda didn’t have rhinos for a period of about 20 years since when the last rhino was hunted down until 2005. The Ziwa rhino sanctuary is also located alongside the northern safari circuit. When wishing to visit Uganda and track all the Big Five list, then Ziwa should not miss on your travel plan.
The sanctuary is found en-route to Murchison Falls National Park. When visited the sanctuary expect to watch several bird among is the Shoebill stork birds, several antelope species. One of the amazing places in Uganda to track wild species on foot.
Read MorePlanning a Self Guided Safari in Uganda
Uganda is one of the most interesting places to visit in Africa. Most people especially from Europe opt to do it themselves because they think it easy and soft to do it. Yes it’s true, but still you have to take caution of certain things when you choose a self drive safari in Uganda. Getting the best car that will suit your vacation comes in everybody’s mind when sending an e-mail to the would be company in help. Always they choose the 4 wheel drive vans this is good but reliability also has to matter here in terms of break-downs.
Take an example when you are stuck in the most beautiful but remote Kidepo Valley National Park in North Eastern Uganda! You got no rescue in the next 12 hours and when it’s availed in the shorter hours it’s costly because you got to use the UWA vehicles. This is not the point but always try to find out those people who got experience in the game, they know which car can much with every situation and any road in Uganda. Always they look a bit more costly but still reliable because they know where to turn. The vans may not necessarily look new as the ones you left home but at least have been tested on the journeys they are up to; so don’t question the model of the car but ask the reliability.
You got time at your budget because you choose what to see and where to go as you have unlimited mileages to cover on your safari; that’s at self drive safari Uganda. Here we aim at a client’s satisfaction because they always need to cover more but time cannot always be on their side. In this case we give you space to find the best you can cover as you pay a visit to Uganda.
Never book a lodge by yourself because you will always get a “Muzungu” rate which is not the case if we made it for you. We know that you got a budget when you plan your vacation stay in Uganda, but we love it if you did not run past it, that’s why we want to come in not because we like a commission but because we like you recommend our services to other would be visitors to our country. We always define for you the best accommodations where you will have excellent services and value for money and where your interests lie depending on what you like to see. For any memorable vacation, you always long to return because you got more than you expected at less than you planned.
This does not only apply for Uganda only but also in Rwanda. When you got to cover Rwanda and Uganda at once then the terms still apply. Rwanda Safaris are almost the same like in Uganda, the differences is that you got many rolling hills in Rwanda and change the diving side from left to right, but this does not seem very tusky to most visitors who tour both countries. You can have slight changes in the cultures of the people short routes to tourist areas like gorilla trekking points, Genocide sites, and the physical appearance of the two countries has got a difference. A self guided tour is all one would need but still depends on ones desire.
Read MoreExploring Queen Elizabeth Game Park in Just 3 Days
Several Uganda tour operators offer a popular 3-day safari to Queen Elizabeth National Park, one of Uganda’s most popular national park. This is the best adventure for travelers with limited time in Uganda who want to take advantage of wildlife drives, beautiful scenery, and boat rides on the Kazinga channel.
One of the largest and most well-known national parks in Uganda, Queen Elizabeth Game Park is best visited year-round for activities like chimpanzee trekking in the Kyambura canyon, boat excursions, and game viewing. It is situated in western Uganda. In Kampala or any other small town in Uganda, the safari begins and ends.
What to expect
You will travel to Queen Elizabeth National Park, which is situated at the foothills of the Rwenzori Mountains in western Uganda. Two Ugandan bodies of water, Lake Edward and Lake George, which are joined by the Kazinga channel, are found in the park.
You’ll spend time touring Uganda’s most popular conservation area, which is home to around 100 animal species. 600 species of birds, 9 kinds of primates, including chimpanzees, and 5 types of habitats, including forest, shrub, wetland, savannah, and maritime, are all known to exist. With almost 600 hippo schools in the lazy channel, and a 45-kilometer-long river connecting lakes Edward and George, the park is renowned for having the highest concentration of hippos.
Additionally, the surrounding area of the park is breathtaking. A game drive and boat trip will put you extremely near to the park’s nature. It wouldn’t be a terrible idea to decide to go on a crater drive around the crater lakes belt, and meeting up with locals in Katunguru or Katwe kabatooro will also be a wonderful option.
Day 1 Transfer to Queen Elizabeth national park
To drive to the park (QENP), you will be picked up from your lodge or hotel in the early morning. Our tour operator will give you a briefing on what to expect, and the driving time, and make sure you have the necessary gear for your three-day safari. You will pass through the tiny settlements along the Kampala – Mbarara road on your travel. Along the trip, you will get the chance to view royal drum makers, and tiny markets and an equator break will be worthwhile for stretching and taking photos. Lunch will be provided en route, and then you’ll head to Queen Elizabeth National Park for a little break and, if time permits, an evening game drive.
Dinner and overnight stay at Elephant Hab Lodge, Parkview safari lodge, and Tembo safari lodge.
Day 2: Game drive and Boat cruise to Kazinga channel
After a pleasant breakfast, you will go to Kasenyi Plains for your 3-day wildlife safari game drive. Kasenyi Plains is home to a variety of wild creatures, and whether you see any of them depends on the luck of the day. On a good day, you might see small mammals like warthogs, buffalo, elephants, many antelope, and big cats like lions and leopards hunting. After lunch, head back to the lodge before making your way to Mweya Peninsula for a two-hour boat tour on Kazinga Channel. The channel is where most animals congregate to drink water and boasts the biggest number of hippos in the entire globe along with over 400 different bird species. There is a good probability that you may see hippos, elephants, buffalo, crocodiles, and many more animals. Return to your lodge to spend the night and have dinner.
Overnight stay and dinner at Elephant Hab Lodge, Parkview safari lodge, and Tembo safari lodge.
Day 3 Transfer to Kampala and end of a safari
Depending on your flight out of Uganda, you might choose to go on another wildlife drive before making the drive back to Kampala. En route, you might choose to stop and see some crater lakes, the rift valley floor, and escarpments. You’ll arrive in Kampala in the late afternoon after having lunch.
End of the Tour
Read MoreCross Border Car Hire in Uganda and Rwanda
Do you have plans of crossing the border of Uganda into any of the neighboring East African countries-Rwanda, Kenya or Tanzania? Mum and Dad Uganda Tours can make it happen because we understand that most travelers wish to combine tours/safaris between countries. For instance, you might wish to enjoy game drives in Uganda’s Queen Elizabeth National Park, gorilla trekking in Bwindi Forest and chimpanzee tracking in Kibale Forest. Later, proceed to Rwanda’s Kigali City, Nyungwe Forest and Volcanoes National Park. We totally understand that the idea of crossing the border with a hired car is daunting but once the fine print is read and properly understood, you are likely to go farther than expected.
While the option of Uganda Car Hire with cross border is offered at Mum and Dad Uganda Tours, we only allow it for selected car types and to specific countries. One of the mistakes that most travelers do is crossing the border without informing the company but once you do this, you might be risking because third party insurance isn’t covered in another country. Also, if you fail to inform us of your plans to cross the border to another country, you will be breaking our contractual terms and conditions, in addition to voiding your insurance thus lose any accident or breakdown cover. For this reason, you will need approval from the Company and should be done at least 48 hours prior to the pick-up date of the Car hire.
With most Car Hire Companies in Uganda, a certain cross border fee is required to allow you drive the Car to another country. Also, remember that a number of travel restrictions will be put in place and they include how long you will be allowed to drive the Car out of the country and this varies from one Company to the other. Another important thing to note is that the type/category of Car you rent will have an effect on whether you are allowed to cross the border or not.
Do you know why most Car Hire Companies charge cross-border fees? Well, this is mainly charged to cater for any additional insurance that would be important for driving the Car outside Uganda. This fee will ensure that your insurance covers remains valid and the Company will provide the appropriate documentation. The amount will depend on the vehicle type and where you are heading to (be it Rwanda, Kenya or Tanzania) but varies from $10 and $50 per day.
Requirements for Hiring a Car with Cross Border
Whatever country you are crossing to, you will be requested for documents and these include;
Permission letter from the Car Hire Company
Before you cross the Border to another country, you will be requested (at the passport control at the border) for a letter of permission from the Car Hire Company. This should bear a signature and stamp of the Company, plus the National Identity Card.
Vehicle log book
Besides the permission letter from the Car Hire Company, you will need to present the vehicle log book and this is a proof that you are legally crossing the border with a rented Car.
Reflective sticker on the Rental Car
Besides permission letter and vehicle log book, another important requirement for car hire with cross border is having a reflective sticker on the Rental Car.
Your National/International Driving permit
You will also need to have a valid National or International Driving permit before you can be allowed to cross the Border with the Rental Car.
Is it possible to drop-off the Car in another country?
Yes, it is possible to cross the border with the Rental Car, but this depends on the Company and even those that do offer it at a high rate. All in all, most Companies aren’t so flexible when it comes to dropping cars in other countries than when it is with temporary crossing and returning back into the country.
Read MoreWhy Go for Car Hire in Uganda?
When you are tripping in Uganda, you have to ensure that you get a safe and convenient means of transport. It can be okay to use public means if you moving around Kampala but visiting remote areas like national parks, the ideal mode is car hire in Uganda.
Traveling long distances is overwhelming, especially in a foreign country and the only way to make it easy is by renting a car from a reputable company.
Car hire has lots of benefits as we are going to explain them below:
Safe
Car rental companies emphasize the security and safety of their client first. They ensure that the client is driven in a well-conditioned vehicle with all the safety accessories such as seat belts, airbags, fire extinguishers, and first aid boxes. The belongings of the clients are also kept safely in the trunk of the car. Additionally, you don’t share the car with any foreign person to worry about stealing your luggage. It is only you as a client or with your pals or family and your luggage in the car.
Convenient and Organized
When you are using public means, you share the vehicle with different people who are strangers to you. There is no reservation of your favorite seat, it is on a first come first serve basis thus ending up traveling uncomfortably. Car hire Uganda does it better as the vehicle is exclusively reserved for you, no fighting for space with strangers, and the luggage is kept safely in the boot.
Quick
Car hire services being fast is one of the reasons why most travelers have turned to them over public means. When you are using car rental, you are taken directly to your destination without any stopovers and hence saving time. The chauffeurs provided are experienced and informed about the local areas so they know the shortest routes leading to the various destinations in Uganda. These can beat off the heavy traffic and aid you to reach your destination in time for your appointment.
Secluded Mode of Transportation
Car hire offers privacy to the clients since they are reserved only for those particular clients at the time. There is no room for sharing with another traveler whom you don’t know about. The exclusivity allows having that independence to have fun and enjoy with your family or colleagues while on the road trip.
Downs the Stress
Using public means such as buses and trains can be such a hassle since you have to know the time of its operation. This brings the tension and worry of missing it. More so, you have to walk a reasonable distance to reach the station to get on board. This is not the case with car rental services where everything is scheduled at the client’s discretion that is to say the time and the point of pick up and drop off.
Outstanding extra services
There are additional services given to travelers by car hire services such as extra baby seats, GPS, music system, spacious trunk, and camping kit. The services are supplements that can make a traveler’s trip an amazing and exciting one.
Point-to-Point Transfer
Car rental provides door-to-door services to its clients. Pick-up and drop-offs are done at your preferred points such as your home, hotel, or airport. You do not have to walk to the station with your luggage to access the services. They simply come to your place of convenience and transfer you to wherever you wish to go and bring you back to your abode.
If you want to have a convenient, safe, fast and comfortable travel experience, then look no further car hire services will meet your needs.
Read MoreUganda’s Inspectors-General of Police
Uganda has been served by several Inspectors-General and Commissioners of Police. Here is a list of Inspector Generals of Police since the country attained its independence in October 1962.
Michael J. Macoun, 1959-1964
Lt. Col. Wilson Erinayo Oryema, 1964-1971
Benjamin Othieno, 1971-1974
Luke Ofungi, 1974-1975
Kassim Musa Obura, 1975-1977
Odria, 1977-1979
David Nsubuga Barlow, 1979
William Musoke, 1979-1980
Boniface Aaron Okoth-Ogola, 1980-1985
Luke Ofungi, 1985-1990
David Psomgen, 1990
Apollo Byekwaso, 1990-1992
John Cossey Odomel, 1992-1999
John Kisembo, 1999-2000
Lieutenant-General Edward Katumba Wamala, 2000-2005
Major-General Edward Kale Kayihura, 2005-2018
Martin Okoth Ochola, March 2018 to date
Top Places To See Shoebill Storks In Uganda
Scientifically known as Balaeniceps rex, shoebill storks are whale-headed storks that always make it to the checklist of every birder in Uganda. These are one of the most sought-after birds and you don’t have to be an enthusiastic bird watcher or ornithologist to be thrilled at the first sight of these beautiful birds.
These wading birds are always spotted within the Tropical marshes/wetlands of Tropical East African in the Great Lakes region. They have whale heads and shoe-shaped bills with shark hooks, darkish plumage, short necks, and long legs (typical of storks). Shoebill storks are somewhat aggressive hence have few predators although their eggs and chicks are sometimes eaten by nest predators like snakes. Their diet usually comprises baby crocodiles, small animals, frogs, lungfish, turtles, and snails.
Uganda is one of the few homes of these critically endangered in the East African region and they are found in the following places;
Mabamba Wetland
Mabamba, one of the largest wetlands surrounding Lake Victoria is one of the top places to see shoebill storks in Uganda. About 45 kilometers from Kampala, this area can be reached from Entebbe, by a traditional motorized boat or canoe trip. For this area, these Storks are tracked by a canoe ride conducted in the morning or evening but also expect other Papyrus and waterbird species such as cattle egrets, kingfishers, African jacana, saddle-billed storks, Papyrus canary, and many others.
Murchison falls National Park
The shoebill storks in Murchison falls National Park are found along the Lake Albert Delta Ramsar wetland made up of the Nile River from Murchison falls to a small section of Lake Albert. These storks can be spotted during the early morning Delta Cruise but also expect to see the long-tailed Cormorants, Grey-crowned cranes, white-faced whistling duck, Papyrus gonolek, African darter, African fish eagles, and many others. This boat cruise will also offer views of the Nile crocodiles and Hippos.
Semliki National Park
Another unmissable shoebill stork viewing destination in Uganda is Semliki National Park, set within the western side of the country. They are common along the southern shores of Lake Albert and are regarded as bird lovers’ must-see attractions.
Lake Mburo National Park
Located in western Uganda about 4 hours drive from Kampala, Lake Mburo National Park is another amazing spot for seeing shoebill storks in Uganda. They can be seen within wetlands along the Lake and this is during the boat cruise. While in the company of professional guides, you will identify these beautiful storks on the shores and nearby wetland in addition to the African fish eagles, Pied and Malachite kingfishers, pelicans, Papyrus gonolek, and many others.
Lugogo wetland, Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
Lugogo is a 10-square kilometer wetland within Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary and another spectacular home to the vulnerable shoebill storks. Shoebill tracking trips in this area begin as early as 7:00 am and are done on wooden canoes. Not only are you guaranteed shoebill stork views but also sunrise over the wetland with other wetland bird species such as Palmnut vultures, speckled-breasted woodpecker, Giant kingfishers, and many others. Visitors looking for endless views of the shoebill storks can add Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary trip to Murchison falls National Park.
The Makanaga Bay
Although not as popular as Mabamba Wetland, Makanaga Bay is also on the shores of Lake Victoria and is also an excellent spot to see Shoebill storks in Uganda. It can be reached from Entebbe or Kampala by canoe ride with most tours conducted in the morning. Make sure to be in the company of a local guide with chances of spotting other numerous wetland bird species. You will also learn about the history of the area but more especially numerous shoebill storks.
Uganda Wildlife Education Center (UWEC)
Uganda Wildlife Education Center (formerly Entebbe Zoo) is a rescue center for orphaned animals, one of which is the shoebill storks. This Center is found on the shores of Lake Victoria in Entebbe and also shelters other beautiful bird species such as peacocks, cattle egrets, and many others.
Ishasha sector Queen Elizabeth National Park
Most travellers know the Ishasha sector for the tree-climbing lions but it is also another top place to see shoebill storks in Uganda. They can be tracked or spotted along the wetland-fringed Lake Edward shores. Other top places to see shoebill storks in Uganda are Lutembe Bay, Lwera Swamp, Kyabakuza Swamp, and many others.
Besides the shoebill storks, other stork species in Uganda include Marabou storks, open-billed storks, Saddle-billed storks, and yellow-billed storks among others.
Read MoreHow to Drive an Automatic Car in Uganda
Driving a car is such a memorable experience that everyone wants to have. To most people driving is a dream come true! But the kind of car you want to drive does matter a lot. For some experienced drivers, they prefer manual transmission cars. They believe that manual cars consume less fuel than the automatic vehicles. They also have less risk of breakdown than automatic cars.
If you are interested in budget-friendly Uganda car rentals with easy to drive then look no further than our automatic rental cars for all your road trips. Our automatic car rentals are the best when it comes to gear changing which makes steering, reversing, acceleration and braking easier. You won’t encounter so many challenges on your Uganda road trip. In this article, we bring you step by step criterion on how you can start and drive your automatic transmission rental car to any part of Uganda.
Starting your car
- Insert your car key in the ignition
- Maintain full brake pedal pressed and shift into a driving position
- Release the parking brake and foot brake, next begin your vehicle slowly
Automatic transmission gears and uses
- P=Parking, you use this position plus the parking brake especially when parking around a hilly area. You will need to apply the parking brake first and next, shift into the ‘P’ position.
- R=Reverse, this is used when you want to rewind and only applicable if the car has stopped moving.
- N=Neutral line/free, in this position, the engine can be started and the driver can shift to ‘N’ and restart a strolled engine while the vehicle is moving.
- D=Drive, this can be used for all normal forward driving.
- 1 and 2=Low gears, the second gear is essential when climbing the hilly areas or when engine braking on downhill grades/when you are in slippery route. Here, shifting into the second gear may not be necessary when you are at a speed of 90kms/hr. While in gear 2, never go beyond 90kms/hr if you are on Z24 engine model and or 80kms/hr on Z20 engine model.
- First gear can be used while climbing steep areas gradually or when driving via deep snow, sand/mud. Avoid shifting into gear one when at a speed of 90kms/hr on a Z24 engine model and 40kms/hr when using a Z20 engine model.
Why Opt for Long Term Car Hire in Uganda
Why choose long-term car rental in Uganda? If your plan is to spend a longer period of time exploring the different sites in Uganda, long-term car rental services become more preferably. What qualifies your renting long-term may depend on the number of days you plan to hire the car. For you to qualify for long-term rental car services, some Uganda car rental agencies may require you to hire a car for at least 21 and 30 days.
Long-term rental cars offer a perfect option for holiday makers to have in-depth exploration of Uganda. Without necessarily purchasing a car, long-term rental cars offer ideal solution for you to have access to your dream Uganda safari destination. This is whether you plan for long holiday with family, research or business trip.
We never leave anyone disappointed given our wide range of long-term rental cars suitable for all your Uganda safaris. We have the best Toyota Corona Axio fitted with CD player, FM radio; Land Cruiser Prado, Toyota Land Cruiser TX/TZ, Land Cruiser V8/VX, Toyota Rav4 and many more.
Why choose long-term rental cars for your Uganda safaris?
They are cost effective
Unlike purchasing your own vehicle, long-term rental cars are relatively cheaper. There are less expenses to incur since you only need to fuel the car depending on the journey you plan to cover. Also, no expenses to incur to insure since most of our rental cars are comprehensively insured and all car services, drivers are too. When you choose long-term rental car services from us, you stand a chance to enjoy discount offers.
Enjoy comfort
There is no better way to enjoy total comfort on Uganda safari than using long-term rental cars. A comfortable Uganda trip is every traveler’s dream while on a holiday and you can’t get it if you opted for public means.
Convenience
The advantage with our long-term rental cars is that they are reliable. Once you book your dream rental car, you definitely find it. This makes it the most convenient way to reach your dream Uganda safari destination. On the other hand, the long-term contract is owned by you partially.
Read MorePerfect Cars for Family Safaris in Uganda
When it comes to safaris, a family trip with our most comfortable and reliable car rentals to Uganda’s most stunning areas is a life time experience. If you are planning to drive, organizing the best family car hire is the most important thing that you should put into consideration so as not to get disappointments. You may need to hire a vehicle with many seats but also should be safe, reliable, comfortable and with perfect fuel economy. We offer the perfect choices of cars for hire for you to participate on family safaris in Uganda. If you are planning your family getaway, make sure that you take care and pay attention on details of the company you are going to deal. Given that there are many companies providing the similar service, our fleet of cars for you to hire for your family road trip in Uganda include the following;
Safari Land CruiserThis is convenient for family trips especially when it comes to wildlife safaris on Uganda’s national parks like Queen Elizabeth National Park, Murchison Falls National Park, Lake Mburo National Park or Kidepo Valley National Park and many others. This is a seven seater, four wheel drive car destined for safaris and out door camping. It features a pop up roof making it the best vehicle for visitors to catch a glimpse of large wildlife species in the park.
Land Cruiser Prado
This takes up to six passengers comfortably and is equipped with several gadgets to assist you on your way including the FM radio station, Mp3 and CD player and an air conditioner. This is the perfect car for you to hire for self drive tours, guided safaris, weddings, conference meetings, family holidays and airport transfers.
Toyota super custom
This features as one of the most comfortable vans for you to use while on a family trip in Uganda. It is a nine seater and customized for safaris with a pop up roof suitable for wildlife viewing in the savanna areas of the parks. It also has good air conditioners both front and rear and spacious boot to accommodate your luggage. The Toyota super custom is a four by four van and is capable of traversing through up country roads.
Safari minivan
This is destined for sightseeing safari tours with a seating capacity of up to nine people and it has a pop up roof which is suitable for wildlife viewing with an air conditioner, comfortable seats and enough cargo space in the rear and roof top.
Coaster minibus
For those who are planning their trips in Uganda and interested in wedding events, introductions ceremonies or company member getaway holidays, the Coaster minibus is the best option for you to book. This is perfect for Uganda safaris and it comes with experienced and professional drivers and guides with adequate knowledge about most of Uganda’s destinations.
Saloon car
A saloon car is small passenger vehicle which comes in a three box body style with separate engine, passenger and cargo compartments. It has rows of seats with adequate space in the rear for visitor luggage. A saloon car is a four door car and it is capable of carrying four or more passengers on city tours, family safaris, weddings, parties, events and conference meetings.
Toyota Rav4
This is a four by four vehicle that carries between 2 and 4 people. It features air conditioners and comprehensive insurance. It features as one of the perfect SUVs available as it provided enough space for cargo carriage, economical when it comes to fuel consumption and a full time 4 wheel drive car. It is best for self drives, conference, city tours and conference meetings.
In conclusion, if you are planning a family trip in Uganda it is better that you arrange your safari based on the above options to offer you the most comfortable and unforgettable travel experiences in Uganda’s most beautiful national parks.
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