Explore and be part of tailored day excursions in Uganda with Superfine Safaris. The Day excursions in Uganda help you to discover the hidden gem in the Pearl of Africa within the shortest time possible. Do you have a short time, probably 1 Day Uganda tour, and wondering what you can do? No worries, this article gives you detailed information on the day excursions in Uganda that can be done in Kampala’s capital city and other nearby towns such as Jinja, Entebbe, and Nakasongola among others. There are lots of interesting things to see and visit on your day excursion in the Pearl of Africa. These include:
Kampala City tour
YES, Kampala city is a highlight for day excursions in Uganda. Explore the capital city of Uganda to visit different tourist places in the city center and learn about them. Our day tour in Kampala city takes you to visit places such as the Old Kampala Mosque, Makerere University, Mulago Hospital, Kasubi tombs, Bahai temple, Owino Market, Nakasero Market, Buganda Palace, Kabaka’s Lake, Ndere Cultural Centre, Uganda National Museum, Uganda Martyr’s shrines n Namugongo, independent Monument, Kabaka’s Lake, Namirembe and Rubaga cathedrals among others
Mabamba Wetland Sanctuary
Book our 1 day at Mabamba Bay wetland, home to the endangered shoebill stork and several other bird species. Located just a few meters from Entebbe International Airport, Mabamba Wetland is one of the Important Birding Areas in Uganda being home to the elusive shoebill Stork. Jump on a rustic boat and ride through the swamp searching for the famous bird. In addition to shoebill, expect to see other birds in the Mabamba swamp such as the Black egrets, Jacana, Black Clark, Goliath Heron, Lesser Jacana, and Payrus Genolek among others
Visit Entebbe Zoo
A day spent at the Uganda Wildlife Education Center is worth it! Home to the endangered habituated animals, Entebbe Zoo is the best place to see and interact with different wild animals most of which have been rescued from the wild with severe injuries especially due to poaching. You learn about different wild animals, the different ecosystems in which they live, and their lifestyles. Among the animals seen at The Uganda Wildlife Education Center include Lions giraffes, Zebras, Hyenas, Camals, Waterbucks, and Uganda Kobs among others. Also, Entebbe Zoo is home to several snakes, chameleons, and birds which await you.
Ngamba Chimpanzee sanctuary
Enjoy a one-day tour to Ngamba Island home to the habituated chimpanzees. Located in the heart of Lake Victoria, Ngamba Island is home to rescued and orphaned chimpanzees. These are normally rescued from poachers and brought for treatment and rehabilitation. Travelers take part in feeding the chimpanzees as well as learning about the lifestyles of these endangered species. The island is home to 52 orphaned chimpanzees. The sanctuary is run by the Chimpanzee Sanctuary and Wildlife Conservation Trust
Rhino Tracking at Zziwa Rhino Sanctuary
Enjoy a trek to see the critically endangered Rhinos at Zziwa Rhino Sanctuary in Nakasongola district. The sanctuary is the only place to see white rhinos in the whole of Uganda. Zziwa Sanctuary is normally visited by travelers en route to Murchison Falls National Park. A visit to Zziwa for Rhino tracking is an opportunity to see the “Big Five”. Rhinos at Zziwa add to the other big four in Murchison Falls National Park, Queen Elizabeth, and Kidepo Valley National Parks. Other things to do at Zziwa Rhino Sanctuary include bird watching, Nature walks, and shoebill treks.
Mountain gorilla trekking
If you are already in the Kabale or Kisoro district, engage in our 1 Day Uganda gorilla trekking tour to either Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park or Mgahinga Gorilla National Park. The 1 Day Uganda gorilla trekking tour can also be done starting and ending in Kigali Rwanda.
Visit the source of the Nile
OHH YEAH, Visit and explore the source of the River Nile in Jinja on our day excursion with Superfine Safaris. A boat cruise to the source of the Nile is a thrilling experience you will live to remember. More so, take part in the other adventure experiences in Jinja such as bungee jumping, white water rafting, Quad biking, swimming, visiting Itanda Falls, fishing, and Kayaking among others. Your day trips to Jinja start very early in the morning to allow you enough time for these activities. You depart from Kampala very early to catch up with activities in Jinja and then drive back later in the day
Visit Lake Mburo National Park
Located 229 kilometers from Kampala, Lake Mburo National Park is the closest national park to Kampala. The drive time from Kampala to Lake Mburo is roughly 6 hours via Masaka Mbarara. The 1 day Lake Mburo Park tour is an opportunity for game viewing. Boat cruising, nature walking, horseback riding, and bird watching among others. Some of the animals to see in Lake Mburo National Park include Zebras, Giraffes, Buffalo, Uganda Kobs, Waterbucks, and Warthogs
Conclusively, you can enjoy the beauty of Uganda in one day. There are lots of interesting things you can do on your day Excursions in Uganda.
