Romantic Gorilla Trekking Honeymoons in Uganda and Rwanda

Honeymoon safaris in Uganda and Rwanda: It is everyone’s dream to have the most romantic feeling with their dear ones but choosing the right destination has proven to be a major challenge.

Planning for a memorable honeymoon holiday requires time and if there are a few unique destinations to get you that exceptional romantic experience then look no further than Uganda and Rwanda.

Honeymoon safaris in Uganda and Rwanda-East Africa guarantee honeymooners a lifetime experience and opportunity to uncover destinations of their dreams.

Uganda and Rwanda are by far East Africa’s most splendid honeymoon destinations though they may not feature on the top 5 world’s best, they have something unique for you to experience while on honeymoon safari holiday in East Africa and Africa.

They offer a distinct African honeymoon experience.

Uganda and Rwanda are found in East Africa and they are popular for their exceptionally magical places and attractions making them honeymooners’ dream destinations in East Africa.

If you are looking for a destination to get you a honeymoon experience out of the usual then Uganda and Rwanda should be a must-visit.

The 2 destinations are blessed with more than just amazing sights, experiences, breathtaking landscapes, comfortable and romantic accommodation/resorts/hotels all meant to ensure you have an awesome honeymoon experience.

Honeymoon with gorillas in Uganda and Rwanda.

Honeymoon with the endangered mountain gorillas in the African jungles of Uganda and Rwanda is remarkably an exception way to spend your honeymoon holiday in East Africa.

This is a lifetime experience you as a couple can have in Uganda or while in Rwanda.

All our honeymoon safaris for gorilla trekking are affordable and we take you through the best gorilla destinations especially Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Mgahinga Gorilla National Park Uganda and Volcanoes National Park Ruhengeri Rwanda.

It is possible to plan your honeymoon gorilla holiday with our experts. We are a reliable and trusted ground tour operator known for crafting the best romantic gorilla trekking experience for honeymooners.

To enjoy your honeymoon tour with mountain gorillas, you should carry the right gear or items.

Any honeymooner who is interested in tracking mountain gorillas must carry a none-flashlight camera, waterproof hiking boots, backpack/daypack waterproof, insect repellent, medical/first aid kit, energy snacks, bottled water, long sleeved shirts or t-shirts, valid gorilla permits, gardening gloves, sweater, rain jacket or poncho.

To majority of holidaymakers who have had a close encounter with mountain gorillas, they can testify that trekking to see these apes is truly a thrilling experience.

As a couple, you too can be part of this life changing experience in Uganda or Rwanda, East Africa while on honeymoon holiday.

Trekking mountain gorillas by honeymooners getting briefed on gorilla trekking rules and this will be conducted by an experienced park official early in the morning.

Entirely, honeymooners will hike through the rainforest to look for mountain gorillas. What makes this a romantic experience is that honeymooners stand a chance to sight many other species of monkeys, chimpanzees (these exist in the same habitat with gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park Uganda), birds, floral species and a lot more.

Honeymooners are assigned a gorilla family to trek for 2-6 hours which covers 1 hour of close encounter.

A honeymoon with mountain gorillas in Uganda involves exploring 21 habituated families in Bwindi National Park with 20 and 1 in Mgahinga National Park.

In Rwanda, honeymooners track any of the 13 habituated gorilla groups of Volcanoes National Park/Parc National des Volcans.

Trekking with mountain gorillas while on honeymoon tour requires a valid permit and these are available for reservation at different costs.

Rwanda gorilla permits are obtainable by honeymooners at US Dollars 1500 while in Uganda, honeymooners can reserve permits at US Dollars 700 in case you come as a foreign non-resident or as foreign resident you pay US Dollars 600 and East African community citizen need Shs. 250,000.

Honeymoon safaris in Uganda.

Uganda remains the untapped honeymoon destination Africa still has. Visiting Uganda-The Pearl of Africa on honeymoon guarantees you authentic romantic experiences.

A honeymoon trip in Uganda is a great opportunity for you to get out of the usual experiences to experience something distinct in your life.

Honeymooners have plenty to explore, experience and discover while in Uganda.

You choose to indulge yourself in Uganda’s pristine wilderness areas with Africa’s golden savanna plains, dense rainforests or chill at one of the best and romantic lodges or hotels.

No destination can awaken your soul as a couple like Uganda, The Pearl of Africa-East Africa.

Honeymoon safari destinations in Uganda.

All our honeymoon holidays are planned considering the wisely selected destinations that guarantee honeymooners lifetime experiences. When it comes to honeymoon destinations, Uganda has endless choices for you to make your dream come true;

Murchison Falls National Park – This is undoubtedly every honeymooners’ dream wilderness areas. Murchison Falls National Park is the only North-western circuit safari park in Uganda, popular for its unforgettable wilderness experiences.

While on a honeymoon holiday in Murchison Falls National Park, you have a chance to set off in the park’s savannas to enjoy a game drive to see wide array of wildlife such as African bush elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, lions, leopards, birds, warthogs, countless antelope families.

Or go on an exciting boat trip with comes with a great chance for you to look for hippos, crocodiles, aquatic birds.

Essentially, don’t forget the hot air balloon experience, a thrilling experience that lets you enjoy aerial view of savanna dwellers while in a balloon rather than in a vehicle.

This is a romantic feeling you should expect to share with your dear one while on honeymoon holiday in Murchison Falls National Park, Uganda’s biggest park sprawling in an area of 3840sq.kms.

While on a romantic tour in Murchison Falls National Park, you spend a night or relax in one of the best luxury lodges in East Africa. These include Chobe Safari Lodge, Paraa Safari Lodge, Baker’s Lodge to mention but a few.

Queen Elizabeth National Park – this is remarkably one of the romantic places any honeymooner should consider a bucket-list destination.

Set in Western Uganda just strategically in an area where you enjoy the breathtaking views of the Rwenzori Mountain ranges/Mountains of the Moon.

It is Uganda’s second biggest park lying in an area of 1978sq.kms and also one of East Africa’s magical site where the tree climbing lions can be spotted.

A honeymoon trip in Queen Elizabeth National Park offers authentic romantic wilderness experiences.

While here, expect to engage in activities that will always keep you smiling through ranging from game drive taking you along the Savanna Plains of Kasenyi, boat tour on Kazinga Channel.

You can choose to go game drive, boat trip or simply relax in the most romantic lodges, especially Mweya Safari Lodge and Ishasha Wilderness Camp.

Kidepo Valley National Park – if authentic African wilderness experience is what you have always dreamt of, then you have a million reasons to be in Kidepo for a honeymoon holiday.

The 1442sq.kms park, established in 1962 is isolated in the extreme Northeast of Uganda, Karamoja region.

A honeymoon holiday in Kidepo offers unforgettable experience to honeymooners.

You can go camping and have the best of a close interaction with nature however, the romantic place to stay in while on a honeymoon trip in Kidepo is Apoka Safari Lodge.

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park; A close encounter with mountain gorillas in the wild while on honeymoon safari is undoubtedly the best experience any nature lover should be part.

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Southwestern Uganda is undoubtedly that one distinct romantic place enthusiastic primate lovers should consider a must-visit for unforgettable honeymoon gorilla safari holiday.

Honeymooners can book Uganda gorilla permits at US $700 each for non-foreign resident, $600 foreign residents and citizens within East Africa Community are issued permits at UG. Shs. 250,000.

There are also countless most romantic places to chill or relax, each offering the best memorable experience to honeymooners and they include Mahogany Springs Lodge, Buhoma Lodge, Volcanoes Bwindi Lodge, Nkuringo Bwindi Gorilla Lodge and Chameleon Hill Lodge.

Lake Mburo National Park: Set just 4 hours’ away from Kampala in south Western Uganda, Lake Mburo National Park is one romantic place honeymooners can visit and have incredible moments with their dear ones.

There is a lot to explore while on a honeymoon holiday in Lake Mburo national park including impalas, Topis, Rothschild giraffes, waterbucks, buffaloes, and zebras, 350 bird species such as African grey hornbill, greenwood hoopoe, rufous chested swallow, Temminck’s courser, southern red bishops, shoebill storks, lilac breasted rollers and African wattled plovers.

These can be spotted while on a game drive or boat cruise as a couple or horseback riding, bird watching. Some of the top romantic places to chill during honeymoon tour in Lake Mburo include Mihingo Lodge and Mantana Tented Camp.

Ssese Islands: Set Northwest of L. Victoria, the Ssese Archipelago comprises of over 84 small islands and amazingly, honeymoon destination you shouldn’t miss to visit. Bugala Island is developed and also most visited for tourism unlike other islands.

This island is blessed with lots of mammal species including colobus monkeys, vervet monkeys plus birds such as barbets, pygmy kingfishers.

There are incredible comfortable accommodation choices for honeymooners to relax from while on honeymoon holiday in Ssese Islands including among others Brovad Sands Lodge, Kingfisher Campsite, Ssese Habitat Resort and Ssese Islands Beach Hotel.

Other than national parks, other romantic places to expect to explore while on Uganda honeymoon trip include Lake Bunyonyi, The Source of the Nile River Jinja and many more.

When to go for honeymoon safaris in Uganda?

Honeymoon holidays in Uganda East Africa can be planned anytime of the year. A honey tour in Uganda is best enjoyed during the dry or peak season beginning from June, July, August, September and December, January, February.

Traveling during the peak season for your Uganda honeymoon tour guarantees you good weather conditions.

The weather is favorable during the peak months and it is possible to enjoy your activities without worries of getting stuck like during the low season (March to May or October to November).

The low season is perfect for budget honeymooners on Uganda safaris.

Honeymoon safaris in Rwanda.

Rwanda is another romantic honeymoon destination in East Africa.

This is also best referred to as the Land of a Thousand Hills, a destination full of rolling hills and breathtaking landscape.

Our honeymoon tours in Rwanda guarantee you refreshing experiences.

Why Rwanda honeymoon holidays?

You have a million reasons to consider Rwanda honeymoon tours a must-do. Firstly, Rwanda like Uganda is a safe place to visit for honeymoon holiday.

It is every honeymooner’s dream to be in a destination that is peaceful, safe and secure to spend a holiday from which is why Rwanda should be a must-visit.

Honeymooners have diversity of activities and experiences to enjoy while on Rwanda honeymoon trip. These range from honeymoon gorilla trekking experiences, chimpanzee tracking, game viewing, nature walks, boat tours, canopy walk to mention but a few.

If you need a romantic gorilla holiday then the best place to be is Volcanoes National Park Ruhengeri.

Honeymooners can get Rwanda gorilla permit at US Dollars 1500 per person. Honeymoon gorilla experiences can also be blended with chimpanzee tracking in Nyungwe & Gishwati-Mukura National Parks, game drive or boat cruise in Akagera National Park.

Honeymoon destinations in Rwanda.

Volcanoes National Park; this is a romantic place for honeymooners who are interested in viewing mountain gorillas in the wild. It is Rwanda’s most visited honeymoon park by honeymooners on gorilla trekking safaris.

This park sits in Northwestern Rwanda, Ruhengeri and protects the endangered mountain gorillas in its 160sq.kms land area featuring rainforest, bamboo forest and other vegetation types.

Some of the romantic places to book for your honeymoon in Volcanoes National Park include Mountain Gorilla View Lodge, Bisate Lodge, Virunga Lodge and Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge.

Akagera National Park: This is Rwanda’s only savanna park and incredibly, one of the best romantic places worthy exploring while on honeymoon holiday. It is set in the Eastern province and extends 1122sq.kms.

While on honeymoon, you will engage in several exciting experiences including game drives, boat trips, birding, nature walks and helicopter tours.

The top romantic lodges in and around Akagera include Akagera Game Lodge, Magashi Tented Camp and Ruzizi Tented Camp.

Nyungwe National Park; for honeymooners who would like to interact with chimpanzees or diversity of primates, a honeymoon tour in Nyungwe Forest National Park is worthy your trip to Rwanda-East Africa.

This is 1000sq.kms Park and a home to 13 primate species, mostly explored by honeymooners on honeymoon chimpanzee tracking safaris.

Other exciting experiences to expect to engage in while in Nyungwe include Canopy walk, bird watching, and nature/forest walks.

Kigali; a honeymoon safari in Rwanda begins or ends with Kigali. There are interesting places to visit on Rwanda honeymoon holidays in Kigali that won’t leave you in regrets.

When to get to Rwanda for honeymoon holidays?

Honeymoon trips in Rwanda can be arranged any month of the year. But the most preferred time is the dry season – this is especially from June to September and or December to February.

These are ideal months for honeymooners in need for luxury honeymoon holidays in Rwanda or Uganda. Budget honeymooners can visit Rwanda from the low season or wet/rainy season starting March to May or October to November.

Budget honeymoon safaris Vs luxury honeymoon tours in Uganda & Rwanda.

We are the best organizers of classic honeymoon holidays in Uganda and Rwanda. We organize the best budget, mid-range and luxury honeymoon tours.

Booking a honeymoon holiday with us never leaves you out of choice-everyone has something to do or experience while on Uganda honeymoon trip or Rwanda honeymoon tour.

Budget honeymoon safaris are the best for backpackers or budget honeymoon travelers on tour in Uganda and Rwanda.

While on budget/backpacking honeymoon, the accommodation booked are of budget class; we also get you the best a car within your budget and preferably, this particular experience is enjoyed during the wet or low season.

Luxury honeymoon safaris in Uganda and Rwanda are arranged for honeymooners in need for luxurious services.

Here, honeymooners spend a night in up-market accommodation or resorts, use luxury safari car and services enjoyed will also be of different class from the budget honeymoon tours.

Planning for honeymoon tour in Rwanda or Uganda shouldn’t be done in hurry but rather invest adequate time so as to come up with unforgettable honeymoon experience.

There are key factors that come to play when planning for a memorable honeymoon holiday Uganda or Rwanda.

This means, you must plan for a particular accommodation type (these are available in budget, mid-range or moderate and luxury), means of transportation (we have a range of vehicles for booking by honeymooners – budget, mid-range to luxury).

Besides the other things to put into consideration when planning for a successful honeymoon safaris in Uganda and Rwanda include activities a honeymooner should expect to be part of, things to carry for your honeymoon holiday in Rwanda or Uganda.

It is also important to take note of the most preferred time to get to Uganda and Rwanda for honeymoon tour.