15 Day Karamoja by Bike: 600 km Cycling Safari
Seven stages from Pian Upe to Kidepo through Karamoja, with camping, village visits and a rhino trek to finish.
Go beyond the expected.
A 600 km ride across Uganda's wild north-east. Cycle between Karamojong villages, camp under the stars, visit a school and a market, finish in Kidepo and track rhinos at Ziwa on the way home.
- Seven cycling stages of 40 to 100 km
- Camping and community stays
- Kaabong village walk
- Kidepo bike safari
- Rhino tracking at Ziwa
What's included
Included
- Airport transfers
- Support vehicle and luggage transport
- Accommodation as listed
- Rhino tracking at Ziwa
- Meals as listed
Not included
- International flights
- Visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Tips and gratuities
- Personal expenses
- Alcoholic beverages
Confirm current park fees, permit availability, accommodation and pricing before booking, since these can change with season and demand. Access to remote areas should be confirmed before travel.
Day by day
Day 1 Arrival in Entebbe
Entebbe
Arrive and transfer to your guesthouse.
Day 2 Assemble bikes and drive to Sipi
Sipi
Assemble the bikes, load them on the vehicle roof and drive to Sipi.
Day 3 Ride to Pian Upe
Pian Upe Wildlife Reserve
Cycle to the eco camp and take an afternoon walking safari with a sundowner.
Day 4 Stage 1: Pian Upe to Amudat
Amudat
An 85 km ride to Amudat.
Day 5 Stage 2: Amudat to Katumen
Katumen
A 65 km ride.
Day 6 Stage 3: Katumen to Namakuriat
Namakuriat
An 85 km ride.
Day 7 Stage 4: Namakuriat to Lokiriama
Lokiriama
An 80 km ride.
Day 8 Stage 5: Lokiriama to Moroto
Moroto
A 40 km ride to Moroto.
Day 9 Kaabong and a village walk
Kaabong
Transfer to Kaabong to visit a girls' vocational school, walk through a village and have lunch at a local restaurant.
Day 10 Stage 6: Kaabong to Timu
Timu
A 100 km ride to the Timu eco camp.
Day 11 Stage 7: Timu to Kidepo
Kidepo Valley National Park
A 100 km ride to Kidepo.
Day 12 Kidepo bike safari
Kidepo Valley National Park
A morning bike safari, a relaxed afternoon and preparation for the rhino trek.
Day 13 To Ziwa
Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
A seven-hour transfer to Ziwa.
Day 14 Rhino tracking and Entebbe
Ziwa and Entebbe
Track rhinos on foot, then transfer to Entebbe and pack the bikes.
Day 15 Departure
Entebbe
Transfer to the airport for your flight.
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Questions about 15 Day Karamoja by Bike: 600 km Cycling Safari
Do I need a visa to visit Uganda?
Most nationalities need a visa for Uganda, commonly available as an e-visa applied for online before travel. Requirements vary by nationality, so check the current official guidance for your passport well ahead of your safari.
How many days do I need in Uganda?
A focused gorilla trekking safari can work in as few as 4–5 days, but 8–12 days lets you combine gorilla trekking with chimpanzee tracking, a savannah park such as Queen Elizabeth or Murchison Falls, and some rest time. We shape the exact length around what you want to include.
How many national parks does Uganda have?
Uganda protects its landscapes and wildlife across ten national parks, ranging from the rainforest of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (home to mountain gorillas) to the savanna of Queen Elizabeth and Murchison Falls, Uganda’s largest park.
How much does a gorilla trekking permit cost in Uganda?
Uganda gorilla trekking permits are issued by the Uganda Wildlife Authority and priced separately from your safari cost. Permit prices and availability change periodically, so we confirm the current official rate and secure your permit as part of planning your safari: book several months ahead where possible, since permits for popular dates sell out.
What is the best time to visit Uganda?
Uganda can be visited year-round. The drier months (roughly December–February and June–September) are generally easiest for trekking and game viewing, while the wetter months bring lush scenery, fewer crowds and lower lodge rates. Gorilla trekking is possible in any month, since it happens in rainforest regardless of season.
What wildlife is Uganda known for?
Uganda is best known for mountain gorillas, it holds roughly half of the world’s remaining population, alongside strong chimpanzee tracking in Kibale, tree-climbing lions in Queen Elizabeth National Park, and over 1,000 recorded bird species, an exceptional figure for a country of its size.