Kampala City Tour

Kampala City Tour - Full Day

By Gazelle Safari Company

Free cancellation available

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Free cancellation available
9h
Mobile voucher
Instant confirmation
Selective hotel pickup

Overview

Ends At: Uganda Martyrs Shrine
Pick Up: 08:30AM / Drop Off: 06:00PM

Trip Overview:
Kampala is the capital and largest city in Uganda. The city is subdivided into 5 divisions; Central division, Kawempe division (North), Makindye division (South), Nakawa division (East) and Rubaga division (West) respectively. Kampala started as an urban settlement in in 1890 with the arrival of Sir Frederick Lugard on Old Kampala hill, later in 1900 it became Uganda’s capital following the signing of the Buganda agreement and in 1950 the city got its first mayor. This tour is the easiest and safest way to explore Kampala, its people, its history and economic engagements. After this tour, you will become a storyteller! Enjoy a privately guided tour ensuring an upclose service and authentic experiences!

Highlights:
Kampala's iconic monuments
Religious Temples
Buganda kingdom
Gadhafi Mosque
Makerere University
Uganda Museum
Visit the Martyrs Shrine
The Martyrs Museum
See the 7 hills of Kampala

Activity location

Kampala
- Kampala, Central Region, Uganda

Meeting/Redemption Point

Kampala
- Kampala, Central Region, Uganda

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Kampala City Tour - Full Day

9h
English

Pickup included

Travellers

Language options: English

Starting time: 8:30

Price details

RM 1,024.65 x 1 AdultRM 1,024.65

Total

What's included, what's not

Local lunch and mineral water on tour
An English-speaking driver-guide
Entrance fees at selected stopovers
Photos for your trip
Return ground transport
Tips and gratuities
Transfers outside our radius
Expenses of a personal nature
Soft drinks and alcohol

Know before you book

Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Kampala

30m

From Kampala CBD, the tour will extend to the suburbs. Up-town Kampala sights include: The Independence Monument, Mutesa II Monument, World War II Monument, the Parliamentary Building, Bank of Uganda (Since 1966), Uganda National Cultural Centre (Since Dec, 1959), Kampala Capital City Authority (HQ’s). Then make a stopover at Nakasero Market: Established in 1895, first at Lubiri and later to its present location within the city centre in 1905. Enjoy sights of the Hindu temples such as Shree Swaminarayan Mandir and other cultural sites.

Kabaka's Palace

1h 30m
Admission ticket included

After the CBD; proceed to Buganda Kingdom and visit – The Kabaka’s (king’s) Palace; see the Idd Amin's Armoury, a historical machine gun, the palace pictorial, explore Buganda’s rich history and with a drive past Kabaka’s Lake. Included in the Buganda trail is the Nantawetwa monument; built exclusively for the King and only opened when He is being driven to from the palace to the Buganda Parliament. Drive on the Royal Mile; Sightseeing Bulange (Buganda Parliament); Kabaka’s monument, and Zakaria Kisingiri House as well as the Buganda Clan Symbols.

Gaddafi National Mosque

1h 30m
Admission ticket included

Continue through the 80’s–Kampala and make a stopover at Gadhafi Mosque; (by the late Col. Muammar Gadhafi as a gift to Uganda). Get here and climb up the tower for a 360 degree bird’s eye view for the city’s popular 7 Hills; this includes viewing Fort Lugard (since 1800 by Capt. Frederick Lugard) and Old Kampala Senior Secondary School (over 60 years and Rwanda’s President Kagame once enrolled here).

Makerere university

30m

Next is a stopover at Makerere University: This iconic academic centre of excellence is Uganda’s largest and oldest (since 1922) as well as Africa’s third oldest university. At Makerere; see landmarks such as the Old University Library (established in 1949). The Main Administration Building (since 1941), alongside the Education monument.

Baha'i Temple

1h 5m

En-route to the Baha’i Temple, drive via Kalerwe Market – the second largest local market - stopover for a few fresh fruits - if you like! Approach Kikaya Hill – and explore the Baha’i Temple and Baha’i Faith in Uganda: this is the Baha’i sole temple in Africa; situated north east of Kampala. Be granted access the temple for a moment of self-meditation and take a few pictures in the lush gardens. Special Note: Total silence and no cameras; is a must whilst in the Temple. The temple is closed on Mondays & Fridays.

Uganda Museum

1h 30m
Admission ticket included

Next is a visit to the Uganda National Museum: East Africa’s first and oldest (officiated by the British government in 1908 to its present site in 1954). This serves as a summary of our city tour and the rest of Uganda. Break-off for lunch at a restaurant and continue.

Uganda Martyrs Shrine

1h
Admission ticket included

Thereafter, make a final stopover at The Uganda Martyrs Shrine – a major site where the martyrs were persecuted to death between 1885 and 1887 on orders of Kabaka Mwanga II of Buganda. This site is a popular pilgrimage destination in Africa (every 3rd June hundreds of thousands visit for pilgrimage). Be guided to The Basilica (constructed in 1967 for 9 years until 3rd June 1975 and sanctifies on 7th February 1993 by the then Pope). Three Papal visits to the Martyrs’ Shrine have been recognized: Pope Paul VI (1969), Pope John Paul II (1993) and recently Pope Francis (2015) – all have been to this religious site. You will as well get to the Martyrs Museum and the Holy Water Lake. Following an interesting Martyrs Shrine tour; be dropped off at the hotel or any choice location within our radius.

Location

Activity location

Kampala
- Kampala, Central Region, Uganda

Meeting/Redemption Point

Kampala
- Kampala, Central Region, Uganda

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