Have you ever thought of having one-on-one quality time with your loved one since the first time you met? Do you want to really knock the socks off a certain special someone on Valentine’s Day?
Sure, you could make a romantic dinner or give a super-thoughtful gift to him or her, but we are here to give you some magnificent Valentine’s Day getaway ideas.
One of them is foregoing flowers and chocolates in favour of an inexpensive or expensive romantic trip to Uganda.
Uganda is full of charming places, both in the cities and out of town, that are richly gifted by nature and will leave you feeling refreshed.
It’s surely time to get away with the one you love most on this Valentine’s Day 2023.
Your choice of Valentine’s Day destination should be one that can spur a memorable and relaxing experience, ideally without putting too much strain on your wallet.
If you’re looking to get away but want to stay within a budget, here in the pearl of Africa, we have got you covered with affordable destinations that won’t compromise the quality of your experience without breaking the bank.
Wander Wisdom, a Hub Page company founded by travellers from around the world to share information and wisdom about how and where to travel has described and ranked Uganda as one of the few countries around the World to visit.
Victoria Forest Resort: This is an island paradise located along the shoreline of Lake Victoria on Ssese Island, Kalangala. A plethora of birds surrounds the resort on all sides, and there is access to many attractions, including the magnificent Lutoboka forest. They have lovers in mind with a variety of packages.
Wildwaters Lodge, located on a private island about 25 km from Jinja city in Eastern Uganda along the mighty Nile, is a great destination for lovers seeking to spice up their getaway with a bit of adventure. It is only reachable by boat, which makes it a really adventurous place to stay. It is uniquely perched on granite rocks, with noisy and exciting foamy rapids roaring all around.
Samuka Island is located 9 km from the source of the river Nile, in the surrounding of a bird sanctuary, and is accessible by a gentle boat trip from the source of the Nile. If peace and tranquilly are your ideas of a perfect honeymoon, this is an ideal destination.
Heritage Safari Lodge is a destination full of adventure and wildlife in an authentic African setting. The lodge is located approximately 5 hours (370 km) by road from Kampala and 3 km from the Tangi gate of the Murchison Falls National Park. It is located on the northern side of the Murchison Falls National Park, where you stand a chance to view the “big five” in their natural habitat.
Top of the World (Fort Portal): This is another destination for those who love the serenity and tranquilly that nature can so richly provide. It is located approximately 10 kilometres out of Fort Portal town along the Mbarara Highway. Public transport is available in the form of buses and minibuses for about $7.
Brovad Sands Lodge Ssese/Kalangala is tucked away on the charming island of Bugala in the Ssese Islands on Lake Victoria. It is the tropical hideaway of Uganda, a blissful holiday beach resort that is inviting, cozy, and relaxing with direct water access. A beautiful property embraced by a private natural white sand beach and shaded by soaring natural vegetation and trees, Brovad Sands Lodge is a fascinating treasure immersed in history and tradition. There are many more vacation sites in Uganda, but the above should give you an idea of new Valentine’s Day ideas.
