KAMPALA:     

This city of 750,000 inhabitants is the largest in Uganda and is the capital.  Situated on seven major hills, several areas command fantastic views of the surroundings, including Lake Victoria.

Kampala is the political and commercial hub of Uganda, and the people are friendly and communicative.  It is easy to move about the city centre and, surprisingly, the visitor does not need to be overly concerned about security.  Expansion is rapid and new clubs and restaurants open regularly.

A guided tour will point out the highlights including Kasubi tombs, Makerere University and other areas of cultural interest.  After a city tour, we recommend at least half a day for shopping and exploring on your own.  This will let you meet the friendly indigenous people and get a true feeling of life in a large African city.

ENTEBBE:     

This city, best known for Uganda's International Airport in the movie "Raid on Entebbe' remains a sleepy town.  Entebbe means seat in the local language, Luganda and indeed, was the seat of the colonial government prior to Independence in 1962.

The Botanical Gardens, located here, acted as the backdrop for several Tarzan movies.  This reserve on the shores of Lake Victoria still has a tremendous variety of flora.  Adjacent to the gardens is the Uganda Wildlife Education Centre, where lost and wounded animals are rehabilitated.

It takes about 45 minutes to travel the 37kms from the airport to Kampala.  The road winds near the lakeshore in several places and passes through many villages.

JINJA:          

This city was previously the industrial capital of Uganda.  It is best known for the source of the Nile at the now submerged Rippon Falls.  Owen Falls Damn, located just downstream from the source of the Nile, provides power for Uganda and parts of Kenya.  Nearby is Bujagali Falls, where several rapids are situated close together.  From here enjoy the scenery or take a white water rafting trip on the mighty Nile.

All the following tours are available from Afri Tours and Travel Ltd.  Feel free to choose one of these standardised itineraries or use them as a guide when developing your personalised safari.  Refer to the descriptions of the parks for transit times and additional details, but do hesitate to contact us with questions and comments.  We look forward to welcoming you to Uganda, "The Pearl of Africa."

CTSU: 001       KAMPALA CITY
Depart from your hotel.  Our experienced guide takes you through the sights and sounds of this hilly city.  Meet people renown for their friendliness and visit cultural sites.  The tour can include the Uganda Museum, Kasubi Tombs, Makerere University, Nakasero Market, Craft markets, Namirembe Cathedral, Rubaga Cathedral, Kibuli Mosque, Kabaka's lake and more. Enjoy a continental or traditional Uganda style lunch at a local favourite restaurant before returning to your hotel.

CTSU: 002       ENTEBBE
The colonial town of Entebbe is about 45 minutes drive from Kampala.  Visit the Entebbe International Airport, the lakeside Botanical Gardens, the Ugandan Wildlife Education Centre and Resort Beach Entebbe, a lakeside resort.  You then travel to Kigungu, a traditional fishing village.  Finishing with a continental or traditional Uganda style lunch at a local favourite restaurant.

CTSU: 003       JINJA, THE SOURCE OF THE NILE
The Nile starts its 4000-mile journey to the Mediterranean from Lake Victoria.  Join us to see the source of the Nile and the surrounding environment. Depart from Kampala, heading east to Jinja passing coffee, tea and sugar plantations.  First stop at the submerged source of the Nile followed by Owen Falls Dam and masese fishing village on Lake Victoria.  Spend the afternoon relaxing at Bujagali Falls after lunch.  Return to Kampala in the afternoon, stopping at Mabira Forest to see primates, birds and butterflies.