Rooftop Tent camping: A Unique Way to Explore Uganda

With its unique flora and fauna and breathtaking sceneries, Uganda is becoming one of the most alluring tourist destinations. Home to the source of the Nile, an array of wildlife, and undulating ranges, Uganda has one of the most outstanding landscapes in Africa.

It is also one of the places in the world where you can drive for hours on the road with so many highlights to encounter at your own pace.

With a diverse culture, Uganda has the friendliest and most hospitable people in the world which will make you feel at home as well as help offer directions on your road trip.

Nonetheless, the remoteness of Uganda creates some hurdles for adventure tourists. The roads and infrastructures are not properly maintained especially most gravel roads linking the tourist destinations.

The accommodations on the highways are underdeveloped and unsafe for travelers you have to ensure that you reach the national parks or other tourist destinations where you can get a decent lodge to stay.

To address the issues, We bring to you a car rental in Uganda with a rooftop tent package This camper not only provides an adventurous experience but also saves you money, especially on accommodation and food.

Car rental in Uganda implores you to self-drive in Uganda in a 4×4 car with a rooftop tent and you will never regret it.

Self-drive safaris have become one of the most recommendable travel options to explore Uganda. These safari packages are highly demanded by our clientele.

Car rental in Uganda is physically located along Entebbe-Kampala Highway, the most convenient place to start any travel expedition in Uganda due to its proximity to Entebbe International Airport, the main gateway of the country. The best way to access and contact us is through the Internet or by visiting our offices in Najjanankumbi.

Book your 4×4 car with a rooftop tent with Car Rental Uganda. You will be satisfied with the vehicle, camping gear, and our supporting team. We have a variety of vehicles appealing to all sorts of people from budget to high-end ones.

The reservation team offers all the information about the Car rental with rooftop tent camping combo; the brand and model of the vehicle, the features and accessories, and the items in the camping kit. It also can render advice on how to go about your itinerary if requested. You will already be full of confidence to take on the self-guided trip even before you start it.

What We Include in the Car Rental and Rooftop Tent Camping Package

Car Rental in Uganda has a wide range of Toyota land cruisers for camping. The most popular vehicles to hire for rooftop camping are Toyota Land Cruiser Prado TX, Toyota Land Cruiser VX/V8, Toyota Land Cruiser GX, and Land Cruiser Lx. A maximum of two rooftop tents can be nestled on any of the land cruisers expect the land cruiser Prado TX which only takes one.

The land cruisers are designed for the rugged and gravel Ugandan roads. This does not imply that you will not face any hiccups. Since the roads are in a sorry state, you must be prepared for vehicle-related issues. Getting a tire puncture is normal and you don’t have to call for help from your rental operator.

You can simply fix it by replacing it with a spare tire which is given to you plus the toolbox at the start of your trip. If you don’t wish to go through the hassle of fixing a tire, you can always request help from the locals as they are always willing to give you a hand. Don’t forget to tip them at least 5$.

For unmanageable vehicle issues, we have a road assistance team that comes to the traveler’s rescue. The road hiccups, travelers normally face do not take away the excitement and delight from the trip, they are a learning experience. They even make you stronger and more determined to complete the self-drive in Uganda.

What is more enthralling about the car rental camping experience is the rooftop tents. The tents are comfortable and safe as they are furnished with small mattresses and sleeping bags.

Sleeping bags are very important especially at night when it gets cold. The rooftop tents are simple to set up and disassemble. The task can only take 5-10 minutes. You are also taught how to set the tent up during the car pick-up.

Apart from the land cruiser with the rooftop tent, the package comprises the essential camping equipment to make your safari memorable. Some of the items normally found in the camping hamper include;

• Camping chairs and table
  • Cooler box or fridge
  • Jerry can
  • Gas cooker
  • Kitchen utilities (saucepans, kettle plates, cups, and cutlery)
  • Dust bin.

Our 4×4 car rental with Rooftop tent costs

Renting a land cruiser with a rooftop tent looks costly on paper but in reality, it is a cost-effective option. The rental rates vary from 85$ to 130$ per day. The rates usually change depending on travel seasons, the type of land cruiser, and the length of the rental. For instance, if you are engaging in a 14 days car rental with a rooftop tent safari, the cost of the rental is estimated to be at least 1,190$.

This is way cheaper than booking established accommodation. The lodges in Uganda are quite pricy, you would get a decent one at 100$ per day. This implies that you will have to spend 1400$ on accommodation alone which would be even more expensive than transport and accommodation if you’re using a land cruiser with a rooftop tent as earlier stipulated.

Camp with us in Uganda

Uganda is an ideal destination for camping with its relatively hot climate. From the savannah parks to the forest ones, all tourist destinations have lots of campsites. Most of the campsites around the national parks offer basic amenities while a few are affiliated with luxury lodges.

However, you don’t have to worry, all campsites in Uganda have regular facilities to host guests for example flush toilets and showers. Most of these establishments are powered by solar energy enabling guests to charge their electronics and also for lighting. Within their premises, a bar and a restaurant are available.

Wireless internet is unavailable and tourists are advised to purchase local sim cards or a MIFI from a local network provider to get connected to the internet. All in all, the camping experience in Uganda is adventurous and satisfying because the campsites are neat, secure, and accommodating.

What makes camping in Uganda such an interesting and extraordinary venture is that it brings you closer to nature and wildlife. The franticness of most campsites makes the experience a true adventure.

Additionally, a road trip in Uganda provides more liberty of traveling and the chance to tour less known areas of the country. It even gets better when you hire a car and travel at your leisure!

Things to consider when camping in Uganda

Camping in Uganda has become such a highly demanded adventure, it is wise to book your campsites earlier, like a month before your safari. This is very significant especially when you take up your trip in high season (June-September) and wish to stay in popular national parks like Murchison Falls National Park, Queen Elizabeth National Park, and Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.

To book your campsite, you can request us to book on your behalf of you or visit popular accommodation booking sites such as booking.com, and TripAdvisor, or even book directly from the lodges with campsites from their websites.

The travel distance between Uganda’s different tourist destinations is long, so you have to be ready for long drives. The highways are well paved but the remote ones are gravel and bumpy, making the driving so challenging, especially on a wet day. We recommend hiring a 4×4 vehicle and taking sporadic breaks or stopovers to keep your body and brain fresh.

The drives can be 7 hours or more but there are different local towns to stop over to mix and mingle with the locals and buy some snacks, drinks, and muchomo. There are also peripheral attractions to enjoy along the roads such as cultural and historical sites and monuments and geographical features. Due to the numerous stopovers that keep you engaged; the distance seems to be short.

Although Uganda is such a hot country, the nights get cold, especially in the western region where most national parks are situated. You are advised to carry a sweater or coat or any warm attire.

Lastly, you have to come with some jungle and safari items to make your camping experience an exciting one. You should pack things like a camera, binoculars, insecticides, antibiotics, first aid kit, sunglasses, cap, scuff, towel, sponge, toilettes, soap, deodorants, facemask, sanitizer, torch, jungle boots, snacks, drinking, and enough clothes.