Entebbe

Uganda's aviation gateway and a lakeside town on Lake Victoria, perfect for spotting shoebills, exploring botanical gardens, and starting or ending your journey.

Entebbe is located in central Uganda, situated on a peninsula on the northern shore of Lake Victoria. It served as the administrative center during the colonial period and is now home to the country's main international airport. Mabamba Swamp is a famous spot for sighting the shoebill stork, and Lutembe Bay Wetland also attracts birdwatchers. The Entebbe National Botanical Gardens, Uganda Wildlife Conservation Education Centre, and Reptile Village are great for relaxed visits, Lido Beach offers lake views, and the Zika Forest is famous as the namesake of the Zika virus. June to August and December to February are relatively dry. It is not far from Kampala and is connected by an expressway.

Destinations

• Entebbe

Itineraries

• Uganda Waterfalls, Primates & Lakes Classic Loop – A classic loop connecting Murchison Falls, Kibale, Queen Elizabeth, Bwindi, and Lake Bunyonyi from north to south.
• Nile River, Sipi Falls & Kidepo Northeast Loop – From rafting in Jinja and hiking in Sipi, head deep into the Kidepo Valley, returning to Entebbe via Murchison Falls.