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1 Day Kampala City Tour

About this experience

Come, let us show you the real Kampala city during this day tour, the bustling capital of Uganda . We start our Kampala city tour from your hotel in the morning with a private car to get around (but can be a public taxi or by walking depending on your preference ).Using public transport adds an extra experience to the city tour as you get closer to life here by using the communal matatus / common taxis.
During the tour, we shall begin exploring highlights of the like the city monuments e.g. the independence monument, gorilla monument, the old taxi park, city arcades, down town Kampala, crafts market, Gaddafi mosque, Namirembe cathedral, and night life as you learn about the Ugandan culture.
This is a half day tour and you will have lunch at a local restaurant to taste the local “Luwombo” delicacy, locally made "uganda rolex", local gin, ride with a boda boda.

At a glance

  • Duration: 1 hr–7 hr
  • Private experience

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1 Day Kampala City Tour
Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour1 hr–7 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide)
Tour arrangementPrivate experience

Set aside 1 hr–7 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What is included

  • All professional tour guide
  • Enroute meals
  • Drinking water in the vehicle
  • All activities per itinerary

Not included

  • Travel insurance
  • Activities not per itinerary
  • International airfares
  • Visa
  • Personal interests

Itinerary and highlights

Come, let us show you the real Kampala city during this day tour, the bustling capital of Uganda with a population of over two million sitting at the shores of Lake Victoria. Kampala is a colorful city with a mix of people and different ways of life. In several places, 360 degrees’ views are offered since the city is originally built on seven hills, even-though it has now grown bigger.
We start our Kampala city tour from your hotel in the morning with a private car to get around (but can be a public taxi depending on your preference). Using public transport adds an extra experience to the city tour as you get closer to life here by using the communal matatus / common taxis.
During the tour, we shall begin exploring highlights of the city like the old taxi park, crafts market, Gaddafi mosque, Namirembe cathedral, markets and night life as you learn about the Ugandan culture. This city tour of Kampala lets you get a true taste of the city of Kampala!

Meeting and pickup information

  • We pick up our travelers from their place of residency can be a hotel

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Dolphin Tours & Travel

Accessibility and practical details

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 1 hr–7 hr.
What are the pickup arrangements?
We pick up our travelers from their place of residency can be a hotel
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Adult tickets: age 16+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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