Camper Cruiser: Camping Safaris in Uganda for Ultimate Freedom for Overland
Camper Cruiser turns your safari into a home-on-wheels adventure with the Camper Cruiser from Jungle Uganda Car Rental. This rugged, self-contained 4×4 Land Cruiser is specially built for camping safaris, long-distance travel, and off-grid exploration across Uganda and East Africa. Whether you’re heading to Kidepo, Bwindi, or even across borders to Kenya or Tanzania, the Camper Cruiser offers the freedom to explore and sleep wherever the wild calls.
The Camper Cruiser is based on the powerful Land Cruiser 78 or 79 Series, modified to include a roof-top tent or rear cabin sleeping space, a fully equipped camping kitchen, storage compartments, and essential camping gear.
It’s ideal for travelers who love independence, budget-conscious explorers, or couples and friends wanting to experience Uganda beyond lodges and hotels.
Core Features of Camper Cruiser
- 4WD high & low gear
- V8 engine
- Spacious rooftop tent (or rear camper conversion)
- Portable fridge, gas stove, cooking utensils, and tableware
- Water container, jerry cans, camping chairs & table
- Interior power inverter/charging system
- Extra storage drawers for food, gear, and supplies
This vehicle is a top pick for:
- Self-drive camping trips in national parks like Murchison Falls or Queen Elizabeth
- Long-term overland travel across Uganda, Rwanda, Kenya, or Tanzania
- Travelers who want to save on hotel costs and enjoy nature at its purest
- Photographers, filmmakers, and adventurers looking for remote access and mobility
The Camper Cruiser handles rough roads, river crossings, steep slopes, and remote wilderness with ease. The rooftop tent folds out in minutes and comes with a mattress, ladder, mosquito netting, and weatherproof cover.
Inside the vehicle, we provide a fridge or cooler box, cutlery, pots and pans, and everything else needed for self-catering travel.
Safety and support are our priorities. Each unit is routinely serviced, comes with spare tires and recovery gear, and includes 24/7 road assistance from our support team. You’ll also receive a briefing and vehicle orientation before departure, especially if you’re new to overland travel or rooftop camping.
The Camper Cruiser gives you the power to chase sunsets, sleep under the stars, and wake up to the sound of nature, all without checking in or out of any hotel.
Things To Look out For when renting a camper in Uganda
The camping gear list in Uganda is not standard. It is better to have your own camping gear list and look for a Uganda car rental company that can offer you a car with your desired camping gear. For instance, most companies do not offer fridges, towels, pillows, lighters among several other things. It is therefore wise that before you confirm your rental with any 4×4 car rental agency, you confirm the list of the camping gear they are offering you.
Confirm whether the car you are renting is automatic gear or manual gear. Sometimes people are used to driving on the right hand side of the road, driving a right hand car for the first time might be tricky. It would be wise to rent an automatic car for easy driving. It is important to note that automatic cars also have the option of H and L four wheel drive.
In conclusion, a camper is the best way to explore Uganda more so during the peak season where the lodging rates tend to become higher and unbearable to most of the midrange and budget travelers. Hiring a camper from Jungle Uganda car rental will save you a lot of accommodation money during your Uganda safari.