Where Can I Do Quad Biking in Uganda?
Quad biking is one of the adventure and recreational activities carried out on the terrain tracks in Uganda. The quad bikes have 4 wheels which aid it to move. This activity is also known as an all-terrain vehicle used to encounter Uganda’s rough terrains. It allows you to navigate through the terrains to have the best site view of the area. This adrenaline activity requires travelers who know how to ride motorcycles who can balance and understand the safety requirements for its operations.
These bikes are four-wheeled motorcycles with low-pressure tires the handlebars that are used to navigate and direct the bikes where to go. Quad biking training is offered free by the guides who will guide you through the destinations to do the activity.
Quad biking tourism in Uganda is carried out in different safari destinations that travelers explore some destinations. Uganda is located in the East African region in the Great Lakes region.
A quad biking tour in Uganda can be easily combined with multiple safari activities. These include among others but are not limited to; gorilla trekking, wildlife safari game drives, city tours, guided nature walks, chimpanzee trekking, and white water rafting.
Where to do quad biking in Uganda?
Uganda has several destinations in which travelers on their safaris can engage in quad biking and they include;
Jinja
Located in the eastern part of Uganda the area is one of the most industrialized cities in Uganda. The city is considered the adventure city of Uganda. Jinja is the source of the Nile River which is the longest river in the world. This place is one of the destinations in Uganda where travelers on their quad biking safaris can engage. The areas in Jinja where quad biking include; tea plantations, sugar cane plantations, river banks of the Nile, Bujagali areas, and many others.
Lake Mburo National Park
This is the smallest savannah park in Uganda which is nearer to Kampala in western Uganda. The park is about 220 kilometers away from Kampala. It is one of the destinations in Uganda where travelers can also engage in the Quad biking adventure. Lake Mburo National Park has fewer predators making the destination a good place for such activities. During a quad biking trip, you will be accompanied by the ranger guide who will ensure your safety and also take you through the guided trails of the park Wildlife to be seen in the park include hippos, buffaloes, impalas, giraffes, zebras, kobs, warthogs, and many others. There are also several routes or tracks in the park where quad biking is done and these include;
The eland track takes you through the acacia forests of the park and it is about 2 hours. This is the most interesting trail in the park since you can see several wildlife.
The Ankole track has amazing views of the western shores of Lake Mburo and Kigarama. While on this trail, you will visit the Ankole tribe for a mini cultural experience. On this track which will take you about 3 hours, you will see the ankle center and the vast plantations surrounding the park.
The other track is the Ruroko track which is the longest track and takes about 4 hours which takes you to the difficult part of the park and the open valleys of the park.
What are the requirements for Quad biking in Uganda?
Quad biking in Uganda takes about 1 to 4 hours of the day and the travelers on their biking safaris are required to know the requirements needed and these include;
- Travelers should be 12 years and above to engage in the activity.
- They are supposed to be physically fit for the activity since it’s so adventurous.
- Travelers should be equipped with safety gear for operating the quad bikes.
- Travelers are also supposed to have insurance in case of any risks and uncertainty.
What other activities do travelers engage in during the Quad biking tour in Uganda?
Travelers on quad biking safaris in Uganda have other activities that can engage in and these include;
Gorilla trekking
Gorilla trekking is having a close encounter with the gorillas in their natural habitat. Travelers on their quad biking safaris can visit the Mgahinga gorilla and Bwindi impenetrable national park all in the south western Uganda to encounter the gorillas. This activity takes about 2 to 7 hours of the day where travelers will have 1 hour viewing them keeping a distance of 7 meters. Travelers on the quad biking safaris are required to have booked a gorilla trekking permit to ensure the availability of the permit during the safari. Gorilla trekking permit costs about 800 dollars for foreign nonresidents, 700 dollars for foreign residents,500 dollars for the rest of Africa, and 300,000 Ugandan shillings for East African Citizens.
White water rafting
This adrenaline and adventurous activity is done on the River Nile which is the longest river in the World. White water rafting is done within Jinja. The activity requires travelers to be physically fit to encounter the strong waves of the Nile water. During the activity, travelers are provided with all the safety gear for the rafting.
What is the best time to do the Quad biking in Uganda?
Quad biking tours in Uganda can be done throughout the year. However, the best time for travelers to engage in quad biking is usually in the dry seasons of the year (June to August and December to February). During this time the areas are dry enough. This ensures the activity goes on smoothly since the routes and tracks are dry.
Now that you have learned about quad biking tours in Uganda, go ahead and book your trip now and create everlasting memories. With the help of our travel and safari experts, your Uganda quad biking tour or safari can never go wrong.
