Things to do & places to visit in Central Region, Uganda

Central Region #2 destination in Uganda 2023. The average rating score is 4.31 based on 6.076 traveler reviews, of 117 attractions. Timezone: Africa/Kampala, current date and time: Friday, May 10, 2024, 16:24.

Top things to do (36)

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5.0 Encounter Africa Safaris (298 reviews)
- 11 Day Uganda Tour
Friday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM City Tours • Multi-day Tours • Nature & Wildlife Tours

We had an amazing time on our 11 day tour with Encounter Africa Safaris that we did in June. Our trip consisted of two days of gorilla trekking, chimpanzee trekking, rhino tracking, lots of game drives, a few river cruises, Murchison falls, and so much more. Monica was incredibly helpful in arranging our tour and provided us with a very detailed itinerary. The food on our trip was incredible as well as the accommodations. Silas was our guide and he was excellent. He went above and beyond for us. He is very knowledgeable about Uganda and his industry. He was able to answer any question we had and spot animals that we wouldn’t have seen ourselves, like a leopard very far away in a tree. He also showed us around Kampala after our tour was over and drove us to the airport when we were flying back home. Our trip wouldn’t have been the same without him. We can’t recommend this company enough to anyone looking to travel to Uganda. See more..
5.0 Africa Adventure Safaris (239 reviews)
- A truly unique trip in a beautiful country.
Friday: 8:00 AM - 10:30 PM Safaris

I travelled to Uganda in Febuary 2022 wth my son and 23 year old grandson on this "trip of a lifetime." Despite our trip being cancelled twice due to covid and KLM changing our flights Mclean and the team at Africa Adventure Safaris designed a fantastic holiday for us which went off without a single problem.We saw everything we wanted to see and more due in no small part to our driver-guide,Kenneth Muhindi ,who was amazing with a vast knowledge of the flora,fauna,culture and history of Uganda. We opted for the budget accomodation and were expecting some sort of permanent tents but got beautiful thatched ,en-suite lodges and the food was excellent everywhere we stayed. The trip was full on with long days but more than fullfilled all our expectations especially the time spent with the gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest-a truly emotional experience. We could not fault the trip,the itinerary or the organisation and would highly recommend Africa Adventure Safaris . See more..
5.0 Gorilla Bookings (99 reviews)
- Once in a life time experience
Spent More than 3 hours National Parks • Nature & Wildlife Areas • Parks • Forests • Waterfalls

We organize great safari holidays that will reward you with great memories. in Uganda and Rwanda See more..
5.0 Gorilla and Adventure Safaris (72 reviews)
- Amazing 6 day
Multi-day Tours • Hiking & Camping Tours • Nature & Wildlife Tours • Day Trips

It was an amazing trip, which Faruk designed exactly for us. In 6 days we visited Fort Portal, Queen Elisabeth NP, Lake Bunyonyi, Lake Mburo. Faruk really exceeded our expectations. He was friendly, very profesional and knowledgeable. He was on time and activities that he planned were really scheduled, so we didn t need to wait for anything/ anyone. He is really experienced safari guide and he could spotted and showed us animals which we couldn t notice, for example lions hidden in a bush/ tree. Thanks to him we saw a lot of hippos, zebras, buffalos, giraffes, elephatbts, antilopes... Thank you very much for this exceptinal experience. I highly recomend to use this company. See more..
5.0 Kampala Fair (64 reviews)
- Where quality meets elegance
Friday: 9:30 AM - 6:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Speciality & Gift Shops

Kampala Fair is a small Fair Trade brand based in Uganda where color is everything. We use African Print Fabric to make beautiful high quality clothing and home decor that appeals to women (also men & kids) around the globe. We guarantee that all our products are made by staff earning a good salary that allows them to provide for themselves and their family and work under decent conditions. Thank you for your support! See more..
5.0 Your Drive Uganda (44 reviews)
- Purely amazing, reliable and the cheapest price available
Taxis & Shuttles

Your Drive Uganda is a car rental company in Uganda offering various services including self drive car hire, 4x4 car rental Uganda, luxury car hire, Airport pickups and drops, road guidance in Uganda and more. With over 10 years experience, we guarantee the best travel experience on the roads of Uganda and Rwanda. See more..
5.0 Nyanza Evergreen Waterways - MV Vanessa & MV Nathalie (34 reviews)
- Great experience.
Friday: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM Taxis & Shuttles

Nyanza Evergreen Waterways provides the unique service of transporting passengers to destinations around Lake Victoria with MV Vanessa & MV Nathalie. The vessels are powered by two 500 Horsepower engines and are in full compliance with all international safety standards. They are fitted with life jackets and life rings, a 54-seater inflatable raft, fire extinguishers and GPS, sonar & radio. See more..
5.0 Bravado Spa (24 reviews)
- Just excellent Spa service all through
Friday: 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Spas

Bravado Spa offers a range of spa treatments each specifically designed to refresh your outer body while rejuvenating your inner self. We offer therapeutic massages, body exfoliation, facial treatments, manicure and pedicure, infrared sauna and steam bath. So whether you want to de-stress, recharge or just be thoroughly indulged, the choice is yours. We guarantee you will be completely satisfied with our professionalism and level of service ! See more..
5.0 Social Innovation Museum (24 reviews)
- Inspiring people, cool and sustainable projects in beautiful surroundings!
Friday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums

The Social Innovation Museum is a unique place that will inspire you to want to change the world. Social Innovations are dynamic and living, thereby you will see how they happen and be able to interact with our Social Innovators from the Social Innovation Academy (SINA). Scholars will give you a free tour (tips towards the museum encouraged) and tell you their story, what they are working on and show you our 25 social enterprises and innovations. Some highlights are our upcycled buildings from plastic bottles and the beautiful hill where we are located. We also offer specific workshops (e.g. upcycling plastic bottle construction) and training in social innovation with our facilitators from the Social Innovation Academy (SINA). See more..
5.0 Kampala Fair (in Entebbe) (21 reviews)
- Beautiful store, amazing designs and excellent service
Friday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Speciality & Gift Shops

Kampala Fair in Entebbe is our second shop in Uganda. We use African Wax Print Fabric (kitenge) to make beautiful high quality clothing and home decor that appeal to women, men & kids from around the globe. We guarantee that all our products are made by staff earning a good salary that allows them to provide for themselves and their family and work under decent conditions. Thank you for your support! See more..
5.0 Kyobe Safaris (21 reviews)
- Amazing 10-day safari trip!
Multi-day Tours • Cultural Tours • Eco Tours • Sightseeing Tours • Nature & Wildlife Tours

If you are looking to book a tour guide to enhance your visit to Uganda, I highly recommend Kyobe John and his travel company Kyobe Safaris! He is professional, experienced, and thorough with the planning process. From our first meeting to plan our itinerary to drop off at Entebbe Airport, Kyobe made the process easy and enjoyable! We did a 10-day tour that included Lake Mburo National Park, Gorilla tracking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, visiting the beautiful Lake Bunyonyi region, doing multiple safaris in Queen Elizabeth National Park, going to Fort Portal, and visiting Murchison falls with a stopover at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, before heading back to Kampala. Kyobe was flexible and incorporated our input on completely customizing the tour, which was great when compared to some of the pre-set package itineraries that other companies offered. Thank you, Kyobe, for a great trip! See more..
5.0 Uganda Car Rental (15 reviews)
- Good rental in Uganda
Spent More than 3 hours Taxis & Shuttles

Uganda Car Rental offers self drive tours and rental services to tourists who would like to explore Uganda independently. We have a good selection of 4x4 cars including rooftop tents for your self guided holiday in Uganda. See more..
5.0 Ajabu Tours (14 reviews)
- Amazing safari trip
Multi-day Tours • Safaris • Taxis & Shuttles • Hiking & Camping Tours • Private Tours • Nature & Wildlife Tours

As a big group we had an amazing experience with Ajabu Tours and our safari trip. We stayed at Wildtracks Lodge and visited Lake Mburo Park and Queen Elisabeth National Park, where we saw a lot of amazing animals, including leopards, elephants, several buffalos, lions and so many other. It was a great trip, where all our questions were answered and it made me feel safe! I would recommend Ajabu Tours to people visiting Uganda! See more..
5.0 Gallery Antique (13 reviews)
- Excellent collection of art, well worth a visit
Friday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Art Galleries

Gallery Antique Uganda specialises in tribal art sculptures, masks, old bead work and pottery My name is Joe Nixon Ndyanabangi. I have been a dealer of tribal African art and antiquities for 20 years now and specialise in arts from the Congo, Tanzania, Uganda, Kenya and South Sudan but also minimum artifacts from Rwanda and Burundi. The collections accumulated after 15 yrs running three gift shopsand purchasing a lot tribal art and after curating a contemporary art gallery – Tulifanya Gallery – for 12 years and owning three shops in Uganda. After a while I decided to specialise in old, authentic, field-collected pieces which I sell to reputable collectors and international dealers. For those who are curious enthusiasts, collecting or dealers, you are welcome to telephone us to view our humble gallery and showroom on Gayaza Road, eight miles from the city centre of Kampala. See more..
5.0 NaturReisen East Africa (11 reviews)
- Best team ever!
Multi-day Tours • Nature & Wildlife Tours

Glad we shared the amazing opportunity with both teams, cannot wait for the next team building! The service was great, we were able to relax and enjoyed the great views and sunsets. Thank yoy team for teh great organization! See more..
5.0 Muky Tours and Safaris (10 reviews)
- Professional and Experienced
Safaris • Nature & Wildlife Tours • Day Trips

A big thanks to the team for an amazing safari and providing an excellent driver for out stay in Uganda. Highly recommended!! See more..
4.5 Gaddafi National Mosque (631 reviews)
- Best view of Kampala !
Friday: 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Religious Sites

Famously known as the "Gaddafi Mosque" The Colorful structure with its magnificent features of Art was built and designed based on a mixture of Cultures of Arab, European, and an African Touch. Built on Old Kampala Hill, which is One of Kampala City's Seven Hills. It can also be viewed from all Corners of Kampala and one cannot go without a glimpse of it. The Mosque is Open to all People regardless of their Creeds, Political affiliations, Ethnic backgrounds, Cultures and Nationalities. This majestic work of art also houses the Headquarters of the Uganda Muslim Supreme Council which is the National Faith Based Umbrella Organization for all Muslims, their Organizations and Institutions in Uganda with a Core responsibility to reach out to all People at all Levels. The Mosque Complex consists of a Large Mosque Hall that is usually open to all Muslims for Friday Prayers and also for other Islamic Festivals. It can accommodate over 35,000 People. This makes it as one of the biggest Mosque in East, Central, and Sub-Saharan Africa. It also has a standard Conference Hall, Library, An Fm Radio Station, a hospital, and a University College among other Units. On arrival, report to the Tourism Information Office desk. Where you are required to pay your Entrance Fees, Ladies will be veiled as per the Islamic custom. This is a Guided Tour; hence you will be introduced to your guide who will take you around and Inside the Mosque to enjoy an Ambience of its exterior and interior. On entering the Mosque Main hall, enjoy its Architectural designs. Climbing the Tower / Minaret gives you the best view of Kampala City at 360 degrees with its original surrounding Seven Hills. The Mosque also stands on the Original Spot where British first hoisted their Flag which signified Uganda as British Colony. OFFICIAL OPENING HOURS TO TOURISTS AND RESEARCHERS; Monday - Thursday: 09:00am - 06:00Pm Friday: 09:00am - 11:30am re-Opened after the Friday Prayers from 02:00 - 06:00Pm Saturday - Sunday:... See more..
4.5 Rhino Fund Uganda (420 reviews)
- So close to the rhinos!
Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Nature & Wildlife Areas

Up until May 2021, Rhino Fund Uganda was located on Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, Nakitoma, Nakasongola. Rhino Fund Uganda withdrew from the sanctuary due to a land conflict that could not be resolved. Currently Ziwa is the only place in Uganda where you can see rhino in the wild. This conservation project was self-sustained and the activities fees that were paid by you with some long term donors, was our source of income. Rhino Fund Uganda is currently negotiating a new MOU with UWA and MTWA and new land to start another rhino sanctuary in Uganda. We will keep you updated on the progress. The MID RANGE accommodation on the sanctuary is privately owned and managed. Check them out on Trip Advisor : Amuka Safari Lodge See more..
4.5 Ndere Cultural Centre (373 reviews)
- A must in Kampala
Friday: 7:00 AM - 12:30 AM Spent More than 3 hours Theatre & Performances

Great experience. You are local foods and a funny host and comedian welcomes you describes the different regions and customs of Uganda. Beautiful music and dancing from all the performers. I think this is a must have experience to get co text for the beautiful country. See more..
4.5 Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary (252 reviews)
- Well worth an overnight visit
Friday: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM Spent More than 3 hours Nature & Wildlife Areas

Surrounded by the peaceful waters of Lake Victoria, Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary is home to 49 orphaned chimps rescued from throughout Uganda. Island facilities offer day trips and overnight trips which provide exceptional opportunity to closely observe and interact with these fascinating great apes in this unique setting. See more..
4.5 Baha'i Temple (230 reviews)
- Good Place to Meditate
Points of Interest & Landmarks • Religious Sites

Though i knew less about the Bahai Faith, a local company Experience Africa included this place of worship on my Kampala City Tour. The temple is a great place to meditate. If you love a cool place to rewind in Kampala, here is where you need to be. See more..
4.5 Uganda Martyrs Shrine (147 reviews)
- Must Visit Historical Place
Friday: 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks

If you are a catholic, this is a must visit. I heard great stories about the Uganda Martyrs who are celebrated every 3rd of June. The local priest who also acts as a guide made the tour worthy! He is a fountain of knowledge relating to the Uganda Martyrs. See more..
4.5 Lake Victoria (79 reviews)
- Pleasant Boat Trip and beautiful sunsets - Cross the equator
Bodies of Water

A boat trip on Lake Victoria is a must do! Either take one of the fancy ones (on a speed boat) new UWEC or the shared one (near 2 Friends Guest house). Try to go on the sunset trip - the views are fabulous. Including watching the planes land at the nearby Entebbe airport. And yes, cross the equator (quite close) - keep a watch on your GPS and ensure you take a 'screenshot' to record your presence on the equator in the middle of the Lake! See more..
4.5 Rubaga-Kathedrale (63 reviews)
- A small resemblance of Notre-Dame
Points of Interest & Landmarks

This Cathedral is located on Lubaga Hill and maybe that’s reason it gets a lot of attention from far away. The façade has a small resemblance of Notre-Dame in Paris, albeit the entrance of Rubaga Cathedral has only one. The Cathedral has also a painting of the Ugandan Martyrs. In times of Covid, the Cathedral is doing a great job keeping the social distance. See more..
4.5 Car Rental Uganda (50 reviews)
- Reliable service
Friday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Spent More than 3 hours Taxis & Shuttles

We spent 11 days in our trusty 4x4 Land Cruiser rented form Car rental Uganda. We booked with Lawrence in advance and we were lucky we landed on this monster well equipped to tackle any tough road, a high quality tent mounted on the rooftop where we spent our nights and enough camping gears we found of use throughout the trip. What a dual purpose vehicle we got! At a fair price, we were able to drive to most of our dream destinations in Uganda; Murchison falls, Queen Elizabeth , Bwindi impenetrable forest and Kibale national park safely. We highly recommend this company from our experience with their well maintained vehicle and assistance right from the start to plan your trip. See more..
4.5 Budongo Forest (43 reviews)
- AFRICAN IMAGE
Spent More than 3 hours Nature & Wildlife Areas • Forests

I passed through very thick forest and i was so afraid but when i started to see the beauty of this place or my god i forget all worry and think like i am in heaven please go to experience See more..
4.5 Buggala Island (35 reviews)
- The Perfect Island Experience!
Islands

I have been to Buggala Island several times in the last 4 years. It has become my favorite island spot with all its activities, relaxation and nature galore. The area of the island most visited is the Kalangala district side. Buggala is the biggest of all the Ssese Islands. The perfect weekend escape! I've gone alone, with friends, and someone special. The island never fails to make it memorable in a great way. Spending more than just a weekend allows you to really explore all the great things it offers. My last trip was with a few friends. 2 nights at Panorama Cottages and 2 nights at Ssese Habitat Resort. See more..
4.5 Batwa Cultural Heritage (19 reviews)
- Fantastic fun, welcoming, and super-interesting
History Museums

We did a forest walk with the Batwa pygmy tribe in Echuya forest which was an absolutely fascinating insight into how the pygmy's traditionally lived in and with the forest, taking everything that they needed (e.g. food and medicine) from the forest itself. It was amazing to see how they could pick out what they needed from the thick forest. Following this, we walked up to the top of the ridge and were greeted by the whole village and entertained with their traditional music and dance as well as a demonstration of making fire the "old-fashioned" way as well as in archery. We even got to try our hand at archery. We even got our own entourage on our way back down the hill - they really made us feel like royalty. Thoroughly recommend this to anyone in the vicinity of Lake Bunyonyi. See more..
4.5 Lakeside Adventure Park (13 reviews)
- Great fun for kids
Friday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Zipline & Aerial Adventure Parks

We went with a group and the kids had a terrific time. Level 1 is suitable for 5+ year olds. Level 2 for 8+. Did the course with the kids and had lots of fun. Recommend it as a day outing for the family. See more..
4.5 Mpanga Central Forest Reserve (13 reviews)
- Tranquill place nearby Kampala
Friday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Forests

The place was not easy to find, even with a local driver. After the inevitable visitors book and ticket buying, you can simply walk into the jungle. There are limited number of tracks, so you cannot lost. Sometimes the tracks are wet and slippery. It is not too much to see, but some butterflies and birds are around but the walk in the dense and moist jungle undergrowth is really pleasant. See more..