About this experience
It's a fun and breath taking activity that a traveler should not miss out.You get to learn more about Uganda and the pre colonial era.How Entebbe became the capital and why it changed to Kampala after Independence.It is an interactive activity with locals who are friendly and welcoming.
At a glance
- Duration: 3 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 3 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
- Guiding fee Services
- Bottled water
Not included
- The Botanical gardens requires a payment of the entrance.
- Rescue operation site requires an entrance fees.
Itinerary and highlights
The guests will be required to make payment at the main entrance of the Entebbe Botanical Gardens and then walk around to see the different bird species, primates like the vervet monkeys and the Black and white colobus monkeys. There are also exotic tree species to see that were tested by the British to see whether they can suit for agriculture on Uganda soil. It is the first Agricultural Research Unit. So many old tree species.
This is the oldest golf course in East Africa with old pine trees inside.
This is a park located near the state house of the President with a Muzinga Canon that was left behind by the Tanzanian Troop that had come in to fight the Tanzania-Uganda war of ending the dictatorship of Idi Amin.
This is a local market that sells fresh food and vegetables. It usually has a Bazar on Saturday where sellers come along the street to sell second hand cloths and shoes.
This is a place where public cars for transportation stage.It also has private taxi that can drop the guests to the Airport.
This is a place that sells hand made crafts by Ugandans to buy as Souvenirs
This is the place that keep old planes and it is where the Air bus france was kept.The guide gives the information about the rescue Operation that happened in 1976 of the Israeli hostages by the help of Idi Amin.(Entrance fees 5000ugx)
Meeting and pickup information
- The guests meet their English speaking guide at the main entrance of Victoria mall.She will be wearing a uniform of the Company.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Free Walking Tours Kampala
Accessibility and practical details
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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