Kampala Day Tours | Trips & Excursions | Places to see & Things to Do
Our Kampala day trips offer a mix of city culture, history, wildlife, and adventure, all beginning and ending in Kampala. Kampala is the capital and largest city of Uganda. Enjoy day trips from Kampala to explore the best surrounding attractions.
Our Kampala Day Tours include:
1 Dday Kampala City and Slum Tours
1-Day Sipi Falls & Source of the Nile Safari
1 Day Kampala Full Day Private City Tour
1-Day Uganda White Water Rafting Jinja Tour
½-Day Ngamba Chimp Island Sanctuary Tour
½-Day Kampala Market & Craft Shopping Tour
1 Day Kampala Tour to Lake Victoria for Fishing
1-Day Jinja Trip, Mabira Forest, Falls, and Nile Visit
1-Day Sezibwa Falls – Mabira Forest & Source of the Nile
1-Day Equator Tour in Kayabwe, west of Kampala, Uganda
1 Day Lake Mburo National Park for a wildlife viewing safari
1-Day Mpanga Forest Hike near Mpigi town for bird watching
1-Day Gorilla Tracking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park
1- Day excursion to Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary on Lake Victoria
1-Day Uganda Wildlife Education Centre & Botanical Gardens Entebbe Tour
Buganda Traditional Food Experience & Cooking Class (Learn to prepare traditional dishes)
1-Day safari to Ziwa Rhino and Wildlife Ranch (Nakasongola district) to trek and see rhinos
1-Day boatride at the shores of Lake Victoria to observe the rare Shoebill stork in Mabamba (birders’ Paradise)
1-Day Entebbe Town tour visit Entebbe Botanical gardens, Lake Victoria, and the famous Nakiwogo Landing site
1-Day safari to Murchison Falls National Park (Uganda’s largest game reserve) for a game drive, see the big 5 game animals, and also view the majestic waterfalls
1 Full Day Buganda Traditions, Culture Sites visit Bulange building mengo, Kabaka’s Palace, Kabaka’s Lake, Kasubi Tombs, Wamala King’s Tombs, Katereke, and Ssezibwa River Falls
1 Day Queen Elizabeth National Park Safari in Uganda from Mbarara town (located in southwestern Uganda – about 167 miles (270 km) southwest of Kampala)
Affordable Kampala Day Tours. Visit Uganda’s capital and largest city on guided Uganda Safaris. Take a guided tour of Kampala to explore its rich cultural history and tourist attractions, set across seven famous hills.
Visit popular historic, cultural, and religious sites that include The Kasubi Tombs, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where four former Kabakas (kings) of the Buganda tribe are buried, which is a top choice.
At the Namirembe Cathedral, the largest in East Africa, the congregation is called to worship by the beating of drums, and the Bha’i Temple, the only one of its kind in Africa, is open to all and visible from miles around.
Our Kampala City Tours in Uganda include the National Museum, the Bahá’í Temple, Kabaka’s Palace, Makerere University, and Nakasero Market. Get to know Jinja. This city was previously Uganda’s industrial capital. It is best known for the source of the Nile at the now-submerged Rippon Falls.
Join us to see the source of the Nile River and see its surrounding environment. Visit the Kisenyi Slums to understand the social issues and daily struggles of the local community. If you are looking for Kampala Day Tours, kindly contact us! From city tours to activity-based holidays in Uganda, our team is here to help you create your perfect trip.
Whether you need ideas for a short getaway, corporate weekends, or help planning a weekend away for you and your mates, let us help you book a day tour!
Kampala Day Tours
Budongo Forest Reserve Chimpanzee Trekking Day Trip Safari – Uganda
Budongo Forest Reserve Chimpanzee Trekking Day Trip explores Budongo Forest Reserve located in Murchison Falls National Park which has a community of 600-700 chimpanzee. Budongo Forest Reserve is located 247 kilometers from Kampala. A 4-hour drive brings you to Kaniyo Pabidi at Budongo Forest for lunch followed by Chimpanzee tracking. Budongo Forest is run by Jane Goodall Institute and Uganda Wildlife Authority.
Bulago Island Full Day Tour from Kampala – Uganda
Bulago Island Day Trip from Kampala, Uganda is a day tour to Bulago Island – a 500 acre island, located in Lake Victoria. The Island is only a 45 minute boat ride from Entebbe’s boat club in good weather. The island is located some 35 km's south of Kampala. The journey takes about 1 hour by speed boat. Activities include fishing for Nile Perch, sailing, swimming, croquet, horse riding, bird watching, water sports and boating.
Entebbe Town 1 Day Tour From Kampala – Uganda
Entebbe Town Day Tour from Kampala is an exciting full day trip to Entebbe Town located 45 minutes drive from Kampala city centre. Entebbe is a colonial town situated at the shores of Lake Victoria. The town has Indian style buildings with attractions such as Uganda wildlife centre, Entebbe botanical gardens and Kigungu traditional fishing village. Visit the Uganda Wildlife Preserve Zoo for animal and bird species resident in Uganda.
Horseback Riding Day Trip Tours from Kampala – Uganda
Horseback Riding day trip tour from Kampala provides the ideal way to explore the Nile up close, see a traditional Ugandan village and view the fantastic panorama from the hills overlooking the Nile River valley. We offer Horseback Safaris for 1 Hour, 1.5 Hours, 2 Hours and 3 Hours. All horseback safaris are accompanied by 2 or more guides and a range of safe, calm and well-schooled horses. The horse back riding tour takes place afew hours away from Kampala on the banks of River Nile.
Jinja City Tour full Day Trip from Kampala – Uganda
Jinja City tour explores a city that was previously the industrial capital of Uganda. It is best known for the source of the Nile at the now submerged Rippon Falls. Visit the source of the Nile River and see its surrounding environment. Drive to Jinja past coffee, tea and sugar plantations. Visit Mabira Forest for primates, birds and butterflies. Also visit Sseziba Falls and the submerged source of the Nile. After lunch, relax at Bujagali Falls before returning to Kampala.
Kampala City Tour – Uganda
Kampala City Tour is a 4 hour tour and departs daily upon request. Kampala is the political and commercial hub of Uganda, and its people are very friendly. The city is situated on seven major hills, several areas command fantastic views of the surroundings, including Lake Victoria. Kampala is the largest city with 1.2 million inhabitants. A guided tour takes you to the Uganda Museum, Kabaka's Palace, Baha'i Temple and Makerere University amongst others.
Kampala City Tour + Kisenyi Slum Walking Tour – Uganda
Kampala City Tour + Kisenyi Slum Walking Tour includes a visit to Kisenyi, Kampala's largest slum. This 4-hour walking tour includes a guide as you walk through the bustling streets and discover the Ugandan capital through the eyes of a local. Visit the Ugandan Parliament building, peruse the stalls at 2 city markets, admire the elaborate architecture of Kampala Hindu Temple, Lubiri Palace and Uganda National Mosque. Learn the struggle stories of residents from Kisenyi slum.
Kampala City Tour + Local Farm Visits – Uganda
Kampala City Tour + local farm visits includes Kampala city must-see sights and a visit to a local farm to learn about the development projects growing Uganda’s economy. This is a 2 hour guided walking tour. Places of intrest visited include the Old Taxi Park, Nakasero market and Uganda Parliament building. The farm tour includes 2 of the innovative grassroots initiatives that are promoting sustainable farming, education and literacy, and entrepreneurship.
Kampala City Tour + Refugee Community Visits – Uganda
Kampala CityTour + Refugee Community Visits is a Kampala 2 hour walking tour which offers direct interaction with locals and also allows you to meet some of Uganda’s refugee community. This guided tour walks through the Kampala lively streets and you get to experience the city as a local do. Visit a women’s training center and learn how it empowers East Africa’s refugees, browse the vibrant stalls at 2 city markets, visit Kampala Hindu Temple, Uganda National Mosque and Lubiri Palace.
Kampala Helicopter Flying Day Trip Safari – Uganda
Kampala Helicopter Flying Day Trip Safari offers an extraordinary opportunity to experience Uganda's many different wildernesses. Traveling Uganda by helicopter allows you to take in a range of beautiful habitats, from desert to savannah to mountain to equatorial forest. The journey is conducted in your own private helicopter, which stays with you throughout, with carefully positioned vehicles to support the flying.
Lake Mburo National Park Day Trip from Kampala – Uganda
Lake Mburo National Park Day Trip from Kampala departs daily. The drive along Mbarara Road takes an easy 3.5 hours to the park. A 0600 Hours departure from Kampala allows you to enjoy a morning game drive in the Park followed by lunch and a boat trip on Lake Mburo. Animals seen include Hippos, Crocodiles, Warthog, Buffalo, Oribi, Waterbuck and Reedbuck etc. We also stop at the Equator and at Mpabire Village.
Lake Victoria Fishing 1 Day Trip from Kampala – Uganda
Lake Victoria Fishing 1 Day Trip from Kampala; With Lake Victoria offering the opportunity for hooking one of the world’s largest fresh water fish the Nile Perch, anyone with with some free time and an interest can enjoy this day out. During your fishing day trip you will catch Nile Perch ranging from 8 kilograms to 80 kilograms in weight. Trolling with lures is the main method of fishing used.
Mabamba Bay Wetland Birding Day Trip from Kampala – Uganda
Mabamba Bay Wetland Birding Day Trip from Kampala is a refreshing day tour to Mabamba Swamp found in Kasanje Sub-county in Wakiso District, about 50 kilometers southwest of Kampala. The wetland is home to rare and highly endangered bird species like the Shoebill, Papyrus Yellow Warbler and the Blue Swallow. At this site expect to see the elusive shoebill stork while in a dugout canoe.
Mabira Forest Uganda Zip Lining 1 Day Tour – Uganda
Mabamba Bay Wetland Birding Day Trip from Kampala is a refreshing day tour to Mabamba Swamp found in Kasanje Sub-county in Wakiso District, about 50 kilometers southwest of Kampala. The wetland is home to rare and highly endangered bird species like the Shoebill, Papyrus Yellow Warbler and the Blue Swallow. At this site expect to see the elusive shoebill stork while in a dugout canoe.
Mabira Forest Reserve Nature Walk Day Trip From Kampala – Uganda
Mabira Forest Reserve Nature Walk Day Trip from Kampala takes you to Mabira forest Reserve (Buikwe District, Uganda) located approximately 54 Kilometers from Kampala. The main attraction is birding, nature walks, cycle trails, mountain biking, relaxing and enjoying a picnic lunch at the forest centre. The forest is home to over 315 species of birds, 218 butterfly species, 97 moths species, 23 small mammal species including Monkeys.
Namugongo Martyrs Shrines Day Tour from Kampala – Uganda
Namugongo Martyrs Shrines Day Tour from Kampala takes you 20 kilometers east of Kampala city to Namugongo shrine and museum – the final execution sites of Uganda martyrs. This is where more than 20 Catholic and Anglican Martyrs were burnt alive on the orders of Kabaka Mwanga in June 1886. The story of “Uganda martyrs” killed in 1886 is a story of faith, courage and Cruelty.
Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary Full Day Trip from Kampala – Uganda
Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary full day trip from Kampala departs daily from Kampala, Uganda. Kampala is located only 35 kilometers away from Entebbe while the orphanage is only 23 Kilometers offshore from Entebbe. The trip also involves a boat ride that takes approximately one hour each way. Spend an hour with the chimps as you watch them get fed, enjoy sometime by the pool.
Quad-bike Full Day Guided Safari alongside The River Nile In Jinja – Uganda
Quad-bike Full Day Guided Safari alongside The River Nile In Jinja at Bujagali Falls are exciting day trips that start from 0900 Hours to 0500 Hours. After the safety gear is provided – overalls, helmet, goggles and gumboots, you go out on a long ride to the top of Bugembe Hill with magnificent views out to Lake Victoria and the Nile valley. After lunch you ride along the River Nile. Get fantastic photos of rural Uganda and views of the River Nile.
Samuka Island Jinja Uganda 1 Day Trip
Samuka Island Jinja Uganda 1 Day Trip is a holiday safari to Samuka Island located in Jinja, approximately 1.5 hours drive from Kampala and 10 minutes ride by speed boat from the Rumours bar at the Source of the Nile. We depart from Kampala early morning at 0700 Hours; arrive in Jinja-Rumours (the source of the Nile). Board your speed boat departing to the Samuka Island for the ultimate experience.
Sezibwa Falls Cultural + Scenic Day Tour from Kampala – Uganda
Sezibwa Falls Cultural + Scenic Day Tour from Kampala takes you to the Ssezibwa Falls located 32 km’s east of Kampala city in Mukono District. The falls are about 7 meters high forming a beautiful scenery. The place is also a cultural site for the traditional Buganda’s Kabakas. Enjoy a picnic + tour the different local shrines where the local Buganda regularly visit to offer spiritual sacrifices when they need blessings. Ssezibwa Falls is combined with a visit to Mabira Forest along with a Jinja day tour.
Ssese Island Boat Cruise 1 Day Trip from Kampala – Uganda
Ssese Island Boat Cruise 1 Day Trip from Kampala offers guests time off from the hassle and bustle of Kampala city in Uganda to explore Lake Victoria Ssese Islands. Ssese Islands consist of 84 Islands in the northwestern part of Lake Victoria in Uganda. We offer boat excursions to various places on the 84-forested Ssese Islands. They are largely uninhabited and provide a relaxing environment away from the hustle and bustle of Kampala city.
Sipi Water Falls Nature Walk Day Tour from Kampala – Uganda
Sipi Falls Nature Walk Day Tour from Kampala travels to Sipi Falls located in eastern Uganda in Kapchorwa district near Mbale district at the foothills of the Mountain Elgon. Sipi Falls is approximately 235 kilometers from Kampala City and takes 4.5 hours drive. An early departure from Kampala get you to Sipi River Lodge for a break before set out for the hike to the falls. The hike covers about 7 kilometers and could take nearly 4 hours.
Traditional Doctor Tour + Kampala City Tour – Uganda
Sipi Falls Nature Walk Day Tour from Kampala travels to Sipi Falls located in eastern Uganda in Kapchorwa district near Mbale district at the foothills of the Mountain Elgon. Sipi Falls is approximately 235 kilometers from Kampala City and takes 4.5 hours drive. An early departure from Kampala get you to Sipi River Lodge for a break before set out for the hike to the falls. The hike covers about 7 kilometers and could take nearly 4 hours.
Uganda Wildlife Education Center Trip from Kampala – Uganda
Uganda Wildlife Education Center Trip is an amazing day tour to the Uganda Wildlife Education Center (UWEC) in Entebbe, where excitement and adventure is guaranteed! Uganda Wildlife Education Centre is located off the main Kampala to Entebbe International Airport road some 40 km's from Kampala, 5 km's from the airport and 1.5 km's from Entebbe town. Among the many things to see at the Education Centre includes animals such as Lion, leopard, Rhino, Elephant, Giraffe and Chimpanzees.
White Water Rafting in Jinja Full Day Trip from Kampala – Uganda
White Water Rafting in Jinja full Day Trip from Kampala takes place in Jinja Town which is an hour’s drive from Kampala making it an easy reach for our White Water Rafting day trip. We have a large variety and selection of trips suitable for ages 2 – 72 years. There is an adventure for everyone. You will fitted out with life jackets and helmets before heading off 15 kilometers down river to the start point of the days rafting. Total rafting is only the first 20 to 30 kilometers or so.
Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary Day Trip from Kampala – Uganda
Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary Day Trip from Kampala is an exciting day safari to see White Rhinos in their natural habitat at the Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary located in Nakasongola District about 176 Kilometers north of Kampala off the Kampala-Gulu high way. During the Rhino forest walk you will see Rhinos and other animals like Waterbucks, Antelopes and gazelles. Enjoy the Rhinos then have lunch and visit some craft shop before leaving for Kampala.