Entebbe Eco Tour - Full Day (Private)
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Entebbe Eco Tour - Full Day (Private)
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Duration: 9 hours: This tour starts at 08:30 Hours ending at 17:30 Hours daily
Lunch & mineral water
An air conditioned vehicle
Photo coverage
Pickup included
Duration: 9 hours: This tour starts at 08:30 Hours ending at 17:30 Hours daily
Lunch & mineral water
An air conditioned vehicle
Photo coverage
Pickup included
From
USD 400.73
Highlights
This full-day Entebbe eco-tour immerses you in Uganda’s wildlife, history, and nature. Begin with a canoe trip at Mabamba Wetland to spot the rare Shoebill Stork, Blue Swallow, and over 260 bird species. Visit the Uganda Reptile Village to encounter snakes, crocodiles, tortoises, and chameleons up close. Continue to the Uganda Wildlife Conservation Education Centre to see rescued elephants, chimpanzees, lions, and giraffes, with an optional behind-the-scenes experience. After a local lunch, explore Kigungu Historical Site, the birthplace of Uganda’s Catholic mission. Conclude at Entebbe Botanical Gardens, wandering among over 500 plant species and playful monkeys. Enjoy the serene lakeside setting and gentle breeze from Lake Victoria.
Itinerary
Mabamba Swamp Shoebill Watching Entebbe
3 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedStart off with Mabamba Wetland (Lake Victoria), a renowned Ramsar Site, for being home to endangered species like the Shoebill Stork and Blue Swallow, the wetland hosts over 260 bird species. Take a motorized canoe trip on Lake Victoria to reach the wetland, named by fishermen for the large lungfish, or “Mamba,” that inhabit the area — a favorite food of the shoebill! Other notable birds include Pallid Harrier, Papyrus Gonolek, Swamp Flycatcher, Pygmy Goose, Lesser Jacana, Grosbeak Weaver, Palm-nut Vulture, Papyrus Canary, Malachite and Pied Kingfisher, Gull-billed Tern, Goliath Heron, and Egrets.Uganda Reptile Village
2 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedFrom the Shoebill visit Uganda Reptile Village – Located just 3 km off the Kampala–Entebbe Road, Uganda Reptile Village immerses visitors in the fascinating world of reptiles. Founded in 2002 by Yasin Kazibwe, the park promotes reptile conservation and education. See snakes such as Black Mamba, Jameson’s Mamba, Rock Pythons, Vipers, Egyptian and Forest Cobras, and Puff Adders, along with chameleons, tortoises, crocodiles, and monitor lizards. Visitors can even handle a Rock Python or tortoise. All visits support community development initiatives, combining adventure with impact.Uganda Wildlife Conservation Education Centre
2 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedContinue to Uganda Wildlife Conservation Education Centre – Established in 1952, this center rescues and rehabilitates injured or orphaned wildlife. It is home to over 400 indigenous animals, 500 plant species, and 250+ bird species. Enjoy close encounters with chimpanzees alongside expert keepers, as well as lions, tigers, and numerous grazers including the famous elephant “Charles”. Other residents include zebras, antelopes, monkeys, giraffes, cheetahs, rhinos, warthogs, and birds such as the African fish eagle.Kigungu Catholic Church
1 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeAfter lunch, Visit Kigungu Historical Site on the shores of Lake Victoria, where Uganda’s Catholic mission began. The first missionaries, Br. Amans, and Fr. Lourdel Maple, landed here on 17 February 1879. Highlights include the fishing village, Entebbe Airport runway, and lakeshore birdlife.Entebbe Botanical Gardens
2 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedConclude your day at Entebbe Botanical Gardens, Uganda’s first and oldest agricultural research site (est. 1898), spanning 40.7 hectares along 1.5 km of Lake Victoria shoreline. The gardens protect over 500 plant species, including indigenous and exotic fruits, medicinal plants, spices, ornamentals, timber, and wild crop relatives. Spot Red-tailed, Vervet, and Colobus monkeys moving freely among the trees, and support conservation efforts by adopting or planting a tree. With its serene atmosphere and the gentle breeze from Lake Victoria, the gardens provide a perfect climax to your Entebbe Eco Tour after a day of diverse explorations. Afterward, relax as you are dropped off at your hotel or any preferred location in Entebbe, marking the end of a memorable day.
What's included
INCLUDED
Admission fees per site visited
An English-speaking Driver-Guide
Ugandan lunch with a soft drink or mineral water
Mabamba Boat transfers and entrance fees
Shared transport in a 4WD Minibus plus fueling
NOT INCLUDED
Travel and medical insurance
Tips and gratuities plus personal expenses
Extra meals and drinks/beverage
Customer reviews
Additional information
Must Know
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Good To Know
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Location
Address
Plot 56/7 Lugard Avenue, Entebbe, Uganda
Provider
Gazelle Safari Company
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