A private island on the Nile, gorillas from Uganda's highest lodge and quiet days by a crater lake.
We designed this journey for two people who want adventure and time alone in equal measure. You start on your own island in the Nile at Wildwaters, fly to Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge high above Bwindi, and finish with two slow days at Kyaninga, above a perfect crater lake.
Every transfer that can be a flight is a flight, and every lodge was chosen for its privacy, its views and the quality of its bathtubs.
Uganda
Luxury safari
Handpicked luxury lodges and camps, chosen for their setting, service and guiding.
Private safari
Your own vehicle and guide for the whole journey, never shared with other travellers.
Made to measure
Change the pace, a lodge or an activity and we rebuild the itinerary around you.
Start any day
Travel on the dates that suit you, subject to lodge and permit availability.
Solo travellers welcome
Priced for one on request, with the single supplement shown under Rates.
Minimum age 15
Gorilla permits are only issued to visitors aged 15 and over.
Pace and fitness
Relaxed, fitness: active.
We drive you east to Jinja and a boat takes you across to Wildwaters, where your suite looks straight onto the rapids. A sunset cruise to the Source of the Nile ends the day.
Overnight
Lemala Wildwaters Lodge (opens the property’s website in a new tab)
A private island on the Nile, surrounded by rapids, just downstream from Jinja.
Nothing is scheduled. Kayak the calm channels, swim in the rock pool, take a massage, or raft the big rapids if you feel brave. Dinner is served on the deck by lantern light.
Overnight
Lemala Wildwaters Lodge (opens the property’s website in a new tab)
A private island on the Nile, surrounded by rapids, just downstream from Jinja.
Drive back to Entebbe for the flight southwest to Kisoro. A short, spectacular drive brings you up to Clouds, perched at 2,100 metres with views of the Virunga volcanoes. Optional: if time allows, a dugout canoe trip on Lake Mutanda can be added on arrival.
Overnight
Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge (opens the property’s website in a new tab)
Uganda's highest lodge, on a ridge in Nkuringo with views to the Virunga volcanoes.
Set off from the lodge with your trackers to spend an hour with a Nkuringo gorilla family. Your butler will have a hot bath and a fire waiting when you return. Optional: a Batwa cultural visit can be added in the afternoon, a gentle walk with the forest people who once lived in Bwindi.
Overnight
Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge (opens the property’s website in a new tab)
Uganda's highest lodge, on a ridge in Nkuringo with views to the Virunga volcanoes.
A morning flight north along the rift valley brings you to Kyaninga for lunch by the pool. The afternoon is yours, and the sunset over the crater lake is the best in Uganda.
Overnight
Kyaninga Lodge (opens the property’s website in a new tab)
Hand-built log cottages above a crater lake, with the Rwenzoris behind.
An early morning with Kibale’s chimpanzees before your afternoon flight back to Entebbe.
Lemala Wildwaters Lodge (opens the property’s website in a new tab)
A private island on the Nile, surrounded by rapids, just downstream from Jinja.
Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge (opens the property’s website in a new tab)
Uganda's highest lodge, on a ridge in Nkuringo with views to the Virunga volcanoes.
Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Kyaninga Lodge (opens the property’s website in a new tab)
Hand-built log cottages above a crater lake, with the Rwenzoris behind.
Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Important to know
Rates per person
| Season | Solo | 2 people | 3 people | 4 people | 5 people | 6 people | 7+ people |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High season (Jun to Oct, Dec to Feb) | US$8,940 | US$7,450 | US$7,003 | US$7,003 | US$7,003 | US$7,003 | Get quote |
| Low season (Mar to May, Nov) | US$7,872 | US$6,560 | US$6,166 | US$6,166 | US$6,166 | US$6,166 | Get quote |
Prices are per person, in US dollars, and depend on the number of travellers sharing the vehicle and guide. They are sample rates for planning and will be confirmed when you enquire, as lodge and permit prices change each year. Gorilla permits are included at the current government rate and are subject to availability.
Best time for this trip Jun to Sep, Dec to Feb
For gorilla and chimp treks, bring sturdy waterproof hiking boots, long trousers you can tuck into your socks, a long-sleeved shirt, a light rain jacket and gardening gloves for grabbing vines. Porters are available at the trailhead and we recommend hiring one: it helps your trek and supports the local community.
Pack light, neutral colours for game drives, a warm fleece for early mornings, a sun hat and good sunscreen. Light aircraft have a soft-bag limit of 15 kg per person including hand luggage, so leave the hard suitcases at home.
Made to measure
Every Uwera safari is private. Slow the pace, add a night by a lake, swap a lodge or bring the children: tell us in your request and we will rebuild the itinerary around you.
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