Trips

Explore Uganda on either a group trip or customisable private itinerary.

Upcoming Group Trips

We run several active group trips across Uganda throughout the year. Be it a rejuvinating yoga retreat, a running holiday organised around one of Uganda’s growing marathon events, or a trip to Uganda’s most popular cultural and musical events, we hope you will join us on the road. International participants have the option to add a 10% surcharge which allows Ugandan adventurers to join their trip at a subsidised rate - and make these trips all the more unforgettable for everyone involved!

A promotional poster for the Rwenzori Marathon Adventure Package in Uganda, scheduled from August 19-25, 2025. The poster features a woman running at sunset, with a small inset picture of a gorilla and text highlighting the event details, activities, and costs. It includes images of mountains, a gorilla, and Ugandan landscapes.

Rwenzori Adventure Package
(7 Days)

  • 19-25 August 2026 (7 days/6 nights)

  • Enjoy an active holiday? Get moving, participate in the 2026 Rwenzori Marathon alongside members of Uganda’s running community, fall in love with the country’s hidden gems and make friends along the way!

  • Route: Kampala → Lake Mburo → Kasese (for the Rwenzori Marathon) → Queen Elizabeth National Park → Rubirizi → Entebbe
    Style: Midrange active adventure featuring running, cycling, hiking, participation in the 2026 Rwenzori Marathon, and wildlife encounters
    Price per person: from US$1,420

A promotional flyer for a yoga retreat in Uganda, showing women practicing yoga, a woman relaxing by the Nile River, and images of wildlife, food, and accommodations.

Uganda Yoga Retreat (7 Days)

  • 5-11 September 2026 (7 days/ 6 nights)

  • A 7-day yoga and wellness retreat in Uganda blending gentle adventure and deep relaxation - from rhino tracking and safari experiences to sunrise yoga by the Nile and peaceful riverside moments - designed to leave you grounded, restored, and inspired.

  • Route: Kampala → Ziwa Rhino Camp → Murchison Falls NP → Jinja → Entebbe
    Style: Mid-range wellness retreat merging gentle wildlife exploration with wellness and rejuvination
    Price per person: $ 3,162

Our Most Popular Itineraries

We specialise in customised outdoor, adventure and sports tourism and will be happy to make you a personalised offer according to your travel needs. International clients have the option to add a 10% surcharge which goes towards the Rustic Expedition Foundation, supporting domestic tourism which allows Ugandans who would otherwise not be able to afford it to connect with fellow country(wo)men and explore their shared and distinct histories and cultures!

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Virunga Wonders (10 Days)

  • Explore Uganda’s stunning southwest on this midrange adventure that winds through savannah, volcanoes, and crater lakes. Spot zebras on foot in Lake Mburo, hike up Mount Sabyinyo to stand at the tri-border point, track golden monkeys in the forest, and relax by the peaceful waters of Lake Mulehe and Lake Bunyonyi. Rounded off with a farm stay in Mbarara — this route blends adventure with calm.

  • Route: Kampala → Lake Mburo → Kisoro → Mount Sabinyo → Mgahinga (Golden Monkey Habituation) → Lake Mulehe → Lake Bunyonyi → Emburara Farm → Entebbe/Kampala
    Style: Midrange adventure featuring wildlife, hiking, primate encounters, and lakeside relaxation
    Price per person: from $1,900

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The Eastern Route (10 Days)

  • From the lively streets of Kampala to the wild plains of Kidepo and the misty waterfalls of Sipi, this immersive journey through eastern Uganda offers a rare blend of culture, wildlife, and adventure. Meet the Karamojong, hike in the shadow of Mount Elgon, and unwind on the banks of the Nile at Kipling Lodge. A deep dive into the stories, landscapes, and spirit of Uganda’s lesser-known east.

  • Route: Kampala → Gulu → Kidepo → Moroto → Sipi Falls → Kipling Lodge (Jinja) → Kampala
    Style: Midrange, immersive, culturally rich with comfort and down time
    Price per person: from $2,150

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Best of Uganda (16 Days)

  • Best of Uganda is a 16-day journey through the country’s most iconic and inspiring landscapes. Start in the savannahs of the north, where lions roam Kidepo Valley and the Karamojong share their ancient traditions. Wind through the eastern highlands to the waterfalls of Sipi and the Nile at Jinja, before heading southwest for mountain hikes, golden monkeys, and peaceful crater lakes. With a perfect balance of culture, wildlife, adventure, and rest — this is Uganda in all its breathtaking variety.

  • Route: Kampala → Gulu → Kidepo → Moroto → Sipi Falls → Kipling Lodge → Lake Mburo → Kisoro → Mount Sabinyo → Mgahinga (Golden Monkey Habituation) → Lake Mulehe → Lake Bunyonyi → Emburara Farm → Entebbe/Kampala
    Style: Midrange adventure combining wildlife, culture, hiking, primates, and lakeside escape
    Price per person: from $3,150

Ready to go?

We’d love to hear from you! Whether you would like to hear more about our itineraries, or want us to compile for you a personalised itinerary according to your preferences, our team is here to help. Just let us know a bit more about yourself and your travel plans.

Looking for a different trip or would like us to advise you on options to suit your specific interests? Contact us now!