The 4 Best Tours in Uganda

1.3 Hours Guided Cycling Tour Across Lake Victoria

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 151 reviews · from $60Our pick

Start at 8:00 am at Beach House Gardens in Ggaba, near Kampala University. Your English-speaking guide, possibly Zaga, leads you by local boat to Buule landing site, then along 20 to 25 kilometers of narrow dirt trails beside Lake Victoria. Bikes, helmets, a soft drink, and a Ugandan Rolex are included.

“A great cycling experience just outside of Kampala. It was rainy season, so the ride was muddy in areas, but still fun. Zaga was a great host leading me through trails on the east side of Lake Victoria. Added bonus was the bike ride crossing the lake. You'll see various birds diving into the water hunting for fish.”

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2.Kampala’s Best Experience walking tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 137 reviews · from $33Best value

Spend four to six hours walking through Kampala with a private guide such as Malik, Twaha, or Abby. Climb 304 steps at Gaddafi National Mosque, pass through Kisenyi, browse Owino and Nakasero markets, study the Old Taxi Park, visit a Hindu temple, and finish at the Independence Monument. Expect about 10 kilometers on foot.

“We started a little bit late but that didn’t stop us from having a great time. Our guide Malik was very understanding and very knowledgeable. We took a walk around various places and it was a lovely experience.”

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3.3 Days gorilla trekking Safari tour in Uganda

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 121 reviews · from $2,600

This private three-day Uganda safari takes you from Entebbe to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park for a gorilla trek, with a Batwa community visit and canoe ride on Lake Bunyonyi. A private English-speaking guide, 4x4 transport, meals, two nights’ lodging, drinking water, and the gorilla permit are included. Expect long drives and a demanding forest hike.

“Joyous was a Great Guide and we were so happy that we had him with us ! We got so much information about the country, culture and everything. His driving skills are amazing and we always felt safe. We can recommend DAV and especially Joyous. Thanks again for making our first time in Uganda unforgettable.”

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4.Lake Victoria Island Cycling Tour from Kampala

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 120 reviews · from $62

Leave Kampala at 8:00 am for a private, three-hour cycling trip across Lake Victoria. You will ride about 20 kilometers on island roads, village tracks, hills, and forest paths with a local guide such as Francis or Jims. Bikes, helmets, soda, snacks, and the boat crossing are listed as included, but confirm the crossing fee when booking.

“The short but beautiful boat ride across to the peninsula, the quiet, bird song, butterflies and the monkey's! The cycling was fun, some off the beaten track and into the forest. Thr guide was knowledgeable and clearly loved cycling and nature!”

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