27 days in Uganda Itinerary

Travelers looking for an adrenaline boost flock to Jinja, a bustling town on the shores of Lake Victoria, known as the source of the White Nile.

On the 14th (Sat), contemplate the long history of Source of the Nile - Speke Monument. Keep things going the next day: contemplate the waterfront views at Victoria Nile and then let the river carry you with a rafting and tubing tour.

For photos, maps, more things to do, and tourist information, read Jinja planner.

Ostend, Belgium to Jinja is an approximately 15.5-hour combination of car and flight. Traveling from Ostend to Jinja, you'll lose 2 hours due to the time zone difference. Expect warmer temperatures when traveling from Ostend in December; daily highs in Jinja reach 33°C and lows reach 19°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 15th (Sun) early enough to go by car to Masindi.

Masindi is a town in the Western Region of Uganda. Start off your visit on the 16th (Mon): explore the striking landscape of Murchison Falls National Park. Here are some ideas for day two: stroll the grounds of Polish Cemetery Masindi and then tour the pleasant surroundings at Rhino Fund Uganda.

For maps, more things to do, reviews, and other tourist information, you can read our Masindi day trip site.

Traveling by car from Jinja to Masindi takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of car and bus; or do a combination of shuttle and bus. Expect a daytime high around 35°C in December, and nighttime lows around 22°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 17th (Tue) to allow enough time to travel to Murchison Falls National Park.

On the 18th (Wed), admire the sheer force of Murchison Falls. On the 19th (Thu), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: stroll through Nile Delta Cruises - Murchison Falls.

For reviews, where to stay, and other tourist information, use the Murchison Falls National Park trip planner.

Explore your travel options from Masindi to Murchison Falls National Park with the Route module. December in Murchison Falls National Park sees daily highs of 35°C and lows of 22°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Thu) early enough to travel to Fort Portal.

A handful of natural parks and reserves, caves, and lakes, welcome you to Fort Portal.

Step out of Fort Portal to go to Kasese and see Rwenzori National Park, which is approximately 1h 35 min away. It doesn't end there: stroll through Bigodi Wetlands Sanctuary and take in the local highlights with Walking tours.

To see reviews, maps, ratings, and more tourist information, refer to the Fort Portal travel route planner.

You can do a combination of flight and car from Murchison Falls National Park to Fort Portal in 8.5 hours. Another option is to take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 33°C in December, and nighttime lows around 20°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 23rd (Mon) early enough to drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park.

Start off your visit on the 24th (Tue): tour the pleasant surroundings at Kyambura Game Reserve (Kyambura Gorge), contemplate the waterfront views at Kazinga Channel, and then explore the wealth of natural beauty at Queen's Pavillon. On the next day, take in the natural beauty of Katic Safaris.

To find traveler tips, reviews, and more tourist information, you can read our Queen Elizabeth National Park road trip website.

Traveling by car from Fort Portal to Queen Elizabeth National Park takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and car. In December, daily temperatures in Queen Elizabeth National Park can reach 33°C, while at night they dip to 20°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 25th (Wed) early enough to drive to Kabale.

The sleepy market town of Kabale in Western Uganda, although meagre in sights of its own, boasts close proximity to several national parks, just a couple of miles from the border with Rwanda.

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Kabale: Bugona Tree (in Rubaare), Mgahinga Gorilla National Park (in Kisoro) and Kisiizi Falls (in Rukungiri). There's more to do: contemplate the waterfront views at Lake Bunyonyi and take in the architecture and atmosphere at All Saints Church.

To find maps, ratings, reviews, and tourist information, you can read our Kabale trip planner.

Traveling by car from Queen Elizabeth National Park to Kabale takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of car and bus; or do a combination of flight, car, and bus. Prepare for a bit cooler weather when traveling from Queen Elizabeth National Park in December: high temperatures in Kabale hover around 28°C and lows are around 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Sun) to allow time to travel to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.

For photos, reviews, where to stay, and more tourist information, read Bwindi Impenetrable National Park itinerary maker tool.

Do a combination of bus and car from Kabale to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. In December in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, expect temperatures between 28°C during the day and 15°C at night. You will leave for Kampala on the 31st (Tue).

Kampala enjoys the reputation of a modern city with a buzzing atmosphere--it also serves as a good base point for exploring the surrounding area.

Get out of town with these interesting Kampala side-trips: Entebbe (Entebbe Botanic Gardens, Uganda Wildlife Conservation Education Centre, &more). There's lots more to do: see exotic creatures in open habitats at a safari tour, get a dose of the wild on a nature and wildlife tour, get the lay of the land with Walking tours, and contemplate the long history of Kasubi Tombs.

To see maps and other tourist information, use the Kampala trip itinerary planning tool.

Traveling by combination of car and bus from Bwindi Impenetrable National Park to Kampala takes 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of car, bus, and flight; or drive. Traveling from Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in December, Kampala is somewhat warmer at night with lows of 22°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Wed) early enough to travel back home.