Booking fee
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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
Kampala is Uganda's capital and was started as an urban settlement in 1890, to a capital city later in 1900 - It is subdivided into 5 divisions; Central, Kawempe (North), Makindye (South), Nakawa (East) and Rubaga (West). This tour is the easiest and safest way to explore Kampala, its people, its history and economic engagements; after which, you will become a storyteller!
Tour Highlights
- Kampala’s historical monuments
- Temples (Indian and Baha’i)
- Buganda kingdom
- Buganda clan symbols
- Kasubi Tombs
- Gadhafi Mosque
- Makerere University
- Uganda National Museum
- See the 7 hills of Kampala
- Visit local Markets
- Souvenir shopping
Entrance fee to planned stopovers
Transport in a 4WD Minibus plus fueling
Mineral water provided on tour
An English-speaking Driver-guide
Lunch
Drop-off outside Kampala radius
Optional activities at stopovers
Expenses of a personal nature
Departure Point
Traveler pickup is offered
We pick-up or drop-off all clients within Kampala City at no extra cost.
Traveler pickup
Kintu Rd, Kampala, Uganda
Kampala, Kampala, Uganda Day tour itinerary: Starting with Kampala CBD, your tour extends to the suburbs.
Up-town Kampala sights include: The Independence Monument, Mutesa II Monument, World War II Monument, the Parliamentary Building, Bank of Uganda (Since 1966), Uganda National Cultural Centre (Since Dec, 1959), Kampala Capital City Authority (HQ’s). Then make a stopover at Nakasero Market: Established in 1895, first at Lubiri and later to its present location within the city center in 1905. Enjoy sights of the Hindu temples such as Shree Swaminarayan Mandir and other cultural sites.
Kabaka's Palace, Kampala, Uganda Proceed to Buganda Kingdom and visit – The Kabaka’s (king’s) Palace; see the Idd Amin’s Armory, a historical machine gun, the palace pictorial, explore Buganda’s rich history and with a drive past Kabaka’s Lake. Included in the Buganda trail is the Nantawetwa monument; built exclusively for the King and only opened when He is being driven to from the palace to the Buganda Parliament. Drive on the Royal Mile; Sightseeing Bulange (Buganda Parliament); Kabaka’s monument, and Zakaria Kisingiri House as well as the Buganda Clan Symbols. 60 minutes
Gaddafi National Mosque, Kampala, Uganda Drive through the 80’s–Kampala and make a stopover at Gadhafi Mosque; (by the late Col. Muammar Gadhafi as a gift to Uganda). Get here and climb up the tower (minaret) for a 360-degree bird’s eye view for the city’s popular 7 Hills; this includes viewing Fort Lugard (since 1800 by Capt. Fredrick Lugard) and Old Kampala Senior Secondary School (over 60 years and Rwanda’s President Kagame once enrolled here). 60 minutes
Kasubi Tombs, Kampala, Uganda Continue to visit Kasubi Tombs (a UNESCO World Heritage Site): Kasubi Tombs is a renowned spiritual site for the Baganda where traditional and cultural practices have been preserved from time to time. The site is a significant burial ground for the previous four Kings of Buganda which qualifies it as a cultural center for the Royal family – important rituals related to Buganda culture are held on site. 60 minutes
7062 University Rd, Kampala, Uganda From Kasubi, drive through Makerere University on a sightseeing tour: This iconic academic center of excellence is Uganda’s largest and oldest (since 1922) as well as Africa’s third oldest university.
At Makerere; see landmarks such as the Old University Library (established in 1949). The Main Administration Building (since 1941), alongside the Education monument. 30 minutes
Baha'i Temple, Kampala, Uganda En-route to the Baha’i Temple, drive via Kalerwe Market – the second largest local market; you may stopover for a few pictures or purchase some fresh fruits.
Approach Kikaya Hill – and explore the Baha’i Temple and Baha’i Faith in Uganda: this is the Baha’i sole temple in Africa; situated north east of Kampala. Be granted access the temple for a moment of self-meditation and take a few pictures in the lush gardens.
IMPORTANT NOTICE: THE TEMPLE IS CLOSED ON MONDAYS. 60 minutes
Uganda Museum, Kampala, Uganda IMPORTANT NOTICE: THE UGANDA MUSEUM IS UNDER RENOVATION AND WILL OPEN LATE 2025.
Stopover at the Uganda National Museum: East Africa’s first and oldest (officiated by the British government in 1908 to its latest site in 1954). This serves as a summary of our city tour and the rest of Uganda.
Your tour will temporarily end at the Bahai Temple – then transfer back to the hotel: Under normal operation, this tour ends at Uganda National Museum.
60 minutes
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Caitlin_W
23 Feb 2023
This experience was amazing! Mathew was such a patient and informative host. His excitement toward Ugandan history, culture, etc. is evident; he is bursting with energy and knowledge. I didn’t study Ugandan history well prior to my trip to Kampala, and after this experience I feel like I have a good understanding and an interest in learning more.
Kellyn_B
11 Feb 2023
Fun and informative tour. My guide, Matthew, was knowledgeable and entertaining. A good way to see Kampala, without question.
LeslieP69
12 Nov 2022
We took a Kampala city tour and it was excellent. Matthew was helpful, funny and very enthusiastic. We loved his company, he’s really cook. We had a hangover because of partying the night before but he made our day????
This tour in
Uganda
is organized by
Gazelle Safari Company
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