Camping in Uganda
Why?
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Immersive
Camping in Uganda – whether it be in the wilderness, amongst the wildlife or in a stunning, scenic location – offers a raw, immersive experience that few other places in the world can match.
You’re not just near nature, you’re in it. Unfiltered. By day, a cacaphony of birdsong. By night, as you sit around the campfire, you may hear the roar of lions; a distant trumpeting of elephants or the grunting of hippos – and in the morning, monkeys!
Is it safe? Yes. We follow all the guidelines and engage rangers for wild camps.
Is it rough? No. That’s the fun part – our support vehicle provides all the comforts of home.
What Else?
So let’s take a closer look. Camping in Uganda brings you closer to nature. But what else?
Weather. Sat on the Equator at an average 1100m above sea level, the climate – year round – is superb, especially for camping. Never too hot: never too cold. Sometimes it rains – but not for long and we are well prepared.
Natural beauty. The scenery here is stunning. Everchanging with a rich diversity of landscapes and eco-systems: savanna, rift, forest, jungle, riverine, lakeshore, mountains, volcanoes, craters… So every location is a different kind of awesome. Something perhaps to do with the Pearl of Africa?
Unplugged. Camping strips the safari experience to its core. Authentic. Unplugged. Close encounters with wildlife and nature. Filling your senses with the sights, sounds and scents of Africa.
Culture. Camping puts us more in touch with Ugandan people and culture. Where possible we choose community camps, meeting real people and supporting local businesses and communities.
Starry skies. Step away from the campfire and look up! Uganda’s low light pollution means that the night skies are incredible. Piercing clarity. Lose yourself in the Milky Way.
TIA. There is a phrase here. “This Is Africa”. At best it means – things do not always go according to plan. Our overland camping style makes us independent, flexible. Free and easy.
Cheaper? Maybe. We don’t aim for budget tours, but if you go for all – or mostly – camping, you can save a few bucks while having an experience to the envy of your friends.
Underrated? Yes – and this is perhaps the best bit. Uganda is often oddly over-shadowed by it’s louder neighbours. Camping is often overlooked because for tour companies – lodges are easier! So when we’re out there – it’s mostly just us!
You’ve seen “Out of Africa”? – now live it!
- A G 'n' T with ice and fresh lemon? Mood lighting, a comfy chair and a camp fire.
- A large table and lay out space for dining or sorting your stuff out.
- A menu of your choice, perhaps a BBQ? - with a cold one or a glass of dry white.
- A powerful, super hot shower with privacy curtain to wash the dust off.
- A clean and comfy bed - roof tent, ground tent - single, double or group. Fly screens and bug free.
- A night cap? Mood music? Charging points, wifi, rain or shade awning - perhaps a classic movie?
Comfort and Style
So for us, camping in Uganda is about filling your senses with Africa and enjoying the fun and freedom of being independent. Our prototype overland support vehicle is unique in Uganda. It does what it says on the tin – and there are more on the way.
We don’t do self-drive at this time, but our driver and guide will show you all the wonders of Uganda by day. And by night, effortlessly set you up for a magical evening and a good night’s sleep. You may like to help with the cooking? – it’s great fun.
Convinced?
If you like what you see, why not let us help you start planning your Ugandan adventure?