6 exciting things to do in Entebbe city, Uganda
Entebbe city, Uganda.
6 Exciting things to do in Entebbe city – Why Entebbe and why is Entebbe city famous? What exciting things are there to do in Entebbe city?
The city is the location of Entebbe International Airport, the only international airport of Uganda.
Entebbe Town is the cleanest town in Uganda and was recently accorded city status!
The movie ‘Entebbe Raid’ filmed in 1976 introduced Entebbe to the world and Entebbe has increasingly become famous with tourists and adventurers to Uganda. Entebbe city is undoubtedly an exciting holiday destination in it’s own right within Uganda.
Entebbe, Uganda’s beach city is only 40minutes drive from Kampala the capital city and even faster via the express highway. Entebbe city offers the perfect relaxed atmosphere and glorious natural attractions.
6 exciting things to do in Entebbe.
1. Relax and unwind in Entebbe.
If you are seeking to get away from the hustle and bustle of busy city life, retreat to Entebbe.
It’s beautiful beaches and world class hotels will give you the perfect dose of relaxation.
Entebbe city with it’s strategic location on Lake Victoria peninsula has been dubbed ”Uganda’s beach city” and for good reason. Entebbe is known for beaches all around.
Growing up in Entebbe, I fondly remember bikers flocking to Lido Beach in Entebbe all the way from Kampala on weekends! Entebbe was a big attraction on the weekends and continues to be because of its famous beach life.
Lido Beach still rocks and is right next to Aero beach, another favorite for tourists and locals alike. Watch Planes, swim, eat at the Lake Front Restaurant, drink, sway and dance away to beautiful Ugandan music.
2. Visit UWEC in Entebbe
Originally founded in the 1950’s as a zoo to protect animals confiscated from smugglers. Now known as UWEC, the center continues to be a home for injured and orphaned wildlife. UWEC is increasingly becoming an important wildlife showcase center on the African continent.
UWEC commonly known as Entebbe zoo is high on the list of 6 exciting things to do in Entebbe city. Come learn about animals – how they live, eat, walk and even play!
See Rhinos, Lions, elephants, Ostriches, Peacocks and Chimpanzees up close. Closer than you would ever see them in a national park. The ecosystem is an added attraction with trees more than 100yrs old to learn about.
Have you ever wondered what it’s like to work with animals as a keeper? Enroll for the ”keeper for a day program” and get to spend the day with UWEC animal keepers. Get involved in preparing food and cleaning the animal enclosures. Read more on the Keeper for a day program here.
3. Visit the Botanical Gardens in Entebbe
Seeking peace and tranquility? Or a place to just de-stress? Botanical gardens in Entebbe city is just what the doctor ordered for you. This is a beautiful garden filled with all kinds of tropical trees, plants, and music of all sorts of birds.
Vervet monkeys jumping from tree to tree will surely delight you. When you are done taking your nature walk in the beautiful scenery and atmosphere, retreat to the beach bar & restaurant to relax. Grab a cool drink and watching swimmers soak in Lake Victoria.
Better still why not join them? While you are at it, take plenty of pictures and freeze this memory in time because this Botanical garden is one of the best you will ever visit.
4. Visit Ngamba Island Entebbe
Take a boat cruise out on Lake Victoria to Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary and have a day with the Chimpanzees. Boat trips are available at 0900hrs or 1245hrs to this Island on Lake Victoria.
Upon arrival at the sanctuary, you will be escorted to the visitor’s center where you will be introduced to the project, its history, the Chimpanzees and their plight.
You will receive a personal orientation by a chimpanzee caregiver and view a feeding of the chimpanzees from the visitors’ raised platform area along the edge of the sanctuary fence.
The chimpanzees being kept here are rescued by the Uganda wildlife Authority (UWA) from poachers and because they are unlikely to survive if reintroduced back into their natural homes, Ngamba Island is therefore used to provide safety and care to them.
5. Visit Uganda Reptile Village in Entebbe
Do you like snakes? If you do, then you must visit The Uganda Reptile Village located at Katabi 2km off the Entebbe–Kampala highway. The Reptile center is home to over 50 reptiles and over 20 reptile species that have been rescued from different areas.
You have probably seen photos of people with snakes around their neck and wondered if you could ever do that. I wondered that too but wasn’t brave enough to lift one up and put it on my shoulders even for a second. Dare yourself to do it when you visit the Uganda Reptile center. Those photos will definitely be a hit.
6. Entebbe City tour
Spare approximately 3hours for a Guided walking tour of Entebbe City. Visit Historical sites, old post office, the bustling markets and shopping malls. Get a glimpse of the official state house of the president.
Sample some street food – the famous Rolex, a local street food which combines vegetables and an omelette wrapped in a Chapati. A Chapati is similar to a Mexican wheat Tortilla. Better still why not see first-hand how they are made and get to taste one yourself for less than one US Dollar? Indulge yourself to the delight of your taste buds.
Conclusion
Entebbe is indeed an iconic city in Uganda the Pearl of Africa. Let Entebbe enchant and wow you with these 6 exciting things to do, which in truth are only a scratch on the surface as there is so much more to see and do in Uganda.
Next time you are in Uganda, why not spare a few days in Entebbe on your itinerary and take a breather and just relax. You can save the best for last at the end of your itinerary.
Entebbe city, Uganda.
6 Exciting things to do in Entebbe city – Why Entebbe and why is Entebbe city famous? What exciting things are there to do in Entebbe city?
The city is the location of Entebbe International Airport, the only international airport of Uganda. Entebbe Town is the cleanest town in Uganda and was recently accorded city status!
The movie ‘Entebbe Raid’ filmed in 1976 introduced Entebbe to the world and Entebbe has increasingly become famous with tourists and adventurers to Uganda. Entebbe city is undoubtedly an exciting holiday destination in it’s own right within Uganda.
Entebbe, Uganda’s beach city is only 40minutes drive from Kampala the capital city and even faster via the express highway. Entebbe city offers the perfect relaxed atmosphere and glorious natural attractions.
6 exciting things to do in Entebbe.
1. Relax and unwind in Entebbe.
If you are seeking to get away from the hustle and bustle of busy city life, retreat to Entebbe. It’s beautiful beaches and world class hotels will give you the perfect dose of relaxation.
Entebbe city with it’s strategic location on Lake Victoria peninsula has been dubbed ”Uganda’s beach city” and for good reason. Entebbe is known for beaches all around.
Growing up in Entebbe, I fondly remember bikers flocking to Lido Beach in Entebbe all the way from Kampala on weekends! Entebbe was a big attraction on the weekends and continues to be because of its famous beach life.
Lido Beach still rocks and is right next to Aero beach, another favorite for tourists and locals alike. Watch Planes, swim, eat at the Lake Front Restaurant, drink, sway and dance away to beautiful Ugandan music.
2. Visit UWEC in Entebbe
Originally founded in the 1950’s as a zoo to protect animals confiscated from smugglers. Now known as UWEC, the center continues to be a home for injured and orphaned wildlife. UWEC is increasingly becoming an important wildlife showcase center on the African continent.
UWEC commonly known as Entebbe zoo is high on the list of 6 exciting things to do in Entebbe city. Come learn about animals – how they live, eat, walk and even play!
See Rhinos, Lions, elephants, Ostriches, Peacocks and Chimpanzees up close. Closer than you would ever see them in a national park. The ecosystem is an added attraction with trees more than 100yrs old to learn about.
Have you ever wondered what it’s like to work with animals as a keeper? Enroll for the ”keeper for a day program” and get to spend the day with UWEC animal keepers. Get involved in preparing food and cleaning the animal enclosures. Read more on the Keeper for a day program here.
3. Visit the Botanical Gardens in Entebbe
Seeking peace and tranquility? Or a place to just de-stress? Botanical gardens in Entebbe city is just what the doctor ordered for you. This is a beautiful garden filled with all kinds of tropical trees, plants, and music of all sorts of birds.
Vervet monkeys jumping from tree to tree will surely delight you. When you are done taking your nature walk in the beautiful scenery and atmosphere, retreat to the beach bar & restaurant to relax. Grab a cool drink and watching swimmers soak in Lake Victoria.
Better still why not join them? While you are at it, take plenty of pictures and freeze this memory in time because this Botanical garden is one of the best you will ever visit.
4. Visit Ngamba Island Entebbe
Take a boat cruise out on Lake Victoria to Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary and have a day with the Chimpanzees. Boat trips are available at 0900hrs or 1245hrs to this Island on Lake Victoria.
Upon arrival at the sanctuary, you will be escorted to the visitor’s center where you will be introduced to the project, its history, the Chimpanzees and their plight.
You will receive a personal orientation by a chimpanzee caregiver and view a feeding of the chimpanzees from the visitors’ raised platform area along the edge of the sanctuary fence.
The chimpanzees being kept here are rescued by the Uganda wildlife Authority (UWA) from poachers and because they are unlikely to survive if reintroduced back into their natural homes, Ngamba Island is therefore used to provide safety and care to them.
5. Visit Uganda Reptile Village in Entebbe
Do you like snakes? If you do, then you must visit The Uganda Reptile Village located at Katabi 2km off the Entebbe–Kampala highway. The Reptile center is home to over 50 reptiles and over 20 reptile species that have been rescued from different areas.
You have probably seen photos of people with snakes around their neck and wondered if you could ever do that. I wondered that too but wasn’t brave enough to lift one up and put it on my shoulders even for a second. Dare yourself to do it when you visit the Uganda Reptile center. Those photos will definitely be a hit.
6. Entebbe City tour
Spare approximately 3hours for a Guided walking tour of Entebbe City. Visit Historical sites, old post office, the bustling markets and shopping malls. Get a glimpse of the official state house of the president.
Sample some street food – the famous Rolex, a local street food which combines vegetables and an omelette wrapped in a Chapati. A Chapati is similar to a Mexican wheat Tortilla. Better still why not see first-hand how they are made and get to taste one yourself for less than one US Dollar? Indulge yourself to the delight of your taste buds.
Conclusion
Entebbe is indeed an iconic city in Uganda the Pearl of Africa. Let Entebbe enchant and wow you with these 6 exciting things to do, which in truth are only a scratch on the surface as there is so much more to see and do in Uganda.
Next time you are in Uganda, why not spare a few days in Entebbe on your itinerary and take a breather and just relax. You can save the best for last at the end of your itinerary.
