Although not commonly regarded as a cycling destination, Uganda is an excellent place to explore on two-wheels for those with a sense of adventure and the right level of fitness. After all - millions of Ugandans use bikes as a means of getting around. On this one-week Ugandan cycle safari, you'll spot game whilst cycling through Lake Mburo National Park and through the beautifully scenic Kabale region of Uganda. There's also time for a day tracking gorillas in Rwanda.
This is a sample itinerary and can be tailored to your exact requirements.
Arrive at Entebbe airport in the morning and transfer by road 275km via Kampala to the Lake Mburo National Park. After lunch and bike fitting, we will go on a late afternoon game drive through this small National Park with its thrilling rich population of wildlife. On return to the campsite by the lake, the hippos will probably be waiting for us.
If road conditions allow, we will start the day early the Western Ruiza gate, giving us a good chance to see more animals in this less visited area of the park. After 62km we will meet up with the bikes at Biharwe, and start riding west on the road. Whilst by no means flat, there are no large climbs to trouble us as we cross some marshy low-lying areas, skirting larger hills through small villages and smallholdings. Watch out for the dramatically horned Ankole cattle grazing in small herds. We overnight at the very simple Pan Africa Motel in the village of Ndeija after 54km. If the Ruizi road is impassable, we shall leave the National Park from the main Sanga gate, ride 13km on a gently undulating dirt road to the main road, a total of 89km to Ndeija.
The first part is very similar to the previous day, with long low rolling hills interspersed with low-lying marsh areas and open plains. After about 60km things change as we reach the hills and start to climb – the benefit being the spectacular views! Naturally the White Horse Inn in Kabale is set above the town – one last little uphill to finish this long, hard day.
Yesterday may have been the longest day; today is probably the hardest. We leave Kabale Town towards the gorgeous Lake Bunyonyi, with the small matter of a 470m climb over 10km in the way. Once again, views compensate as we ride over several more summits, past the remarkable local terraced fields with farming going on at impossible angles on the hillsides. The highest part of the ride take us through bamboo forest and then down to the small town of Kisoro, set close to the volcanic peaks of the Virungu Mountains.
The first 10km to the border are on dirt with mountains always on our right. At Cyanika, the most relaxed of border posts, we join the smooth tarmac of Rwanda (remembering to ride on the right). Gently sloping roads with far more cyclists take us to the Hotel Asoferwa near the park office in Ruhengeri, and a fond good bye to our bikes.
Today’s the day! Go and see the gorillas, and return to the hotel for our celebratory meal in the evening.
Transfer in the morning to Kisoro airstrip, and fly to Entebbe. This should be an amazing flight with great views over the mountains and Lake Victoria. In the afternoon the is an optional trip on the lake to see chimpanzee sanctuary at Ngamba Island, or a visit to the Uganda Wildlife Education center which cares for animals rescued from poachers and illegal traders.
Transfer to Entebbe Airport
One Gorilla Permit per person; charter flight return to Entebbe, all meals and accommodation as per the itinerary; transportation in a comfortable 4x4 vehicle; park entrance fees; services of a full time English speaking driver/guide; water, coffee or Tea while on safari; all boat trips and game drives; airport pick ups and drops; activities at stipulated in the itinerary; and all government taxes/levies.
International flights; bar bills; phone calls; personal insurance; laundry; all other services of a personal nature and driver/guide’s gratuity.
All prices indicated are per person, are for guidance only, and are subject to final confirmation at the time of booking with the Travel Specialist who provides the service. For any holidays displayed without an indication of price, a quotation can be obtained from the Travel Specialist through our enquiry system.
1 night camp, 6 nights hotel.
4X4 safari vehicles plus bikes. You are more than welcome to bring your own bike - contact us for full details of bikes that we provide.
7 breakfasts, 7 lunches and 7 dinners.
English speaking driver/cycle guide.
Minimum age 15.
Comfortable cycling clothing and protection, for extra comfort it is advisable to bring your own saddle.
This trip can be organised for small private groups from 5 people and above.
Please note the gorilla tracking in this itinerary can be done in Rwanda as well if permits/accommodation can’t be got in Uganda at the time of your booking. Gorilla tracking is dependant on the permits availability at the time of your booking. Gorilla permits in all park are on a very high demand and we advise that you book them as early as possible.
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Adventure Holidays Cycling and Biking Holidays Wildlife Holidays Gorilla Trek Safaris Guided Cycling Holidays Gorilla Safari Holidays
Independent
Uganda
8 days
Entebbe
Hotel/Camp
Year round
Strenuous
Simple
CH006
