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Country
Uganda
Continent
Africa
Airport
EBB
Currency
Ugandan shilling (UGX)
Time zone
UTC+3 (EAT)
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Entebbe and Kampala together form Uganda's front door: the country's only major international airport, EBB, is at Entebbe, and the capital, Kampala, is about 35 km away, according to Wikipedia (FR, ES) and Wikivoyage. Entebbe sits on a peninsula in Lake Victoria, at about 1,140 metres according to French Wikipedia; it was the British administrative centre and the capital until independence in 1962, when Kampala took over, according to English and French Wikipedia. Wikivoyage presents Entebbe as a more relaxed stop than Kampala, with cleaner air, streets that are safe to walk and old colonial gardens; Kampala, the City of Seven Hills, is by far the largest city in the country. We do not publish a population figure, as sources differ.
Airport and getting into town
A lakeside airport about an hour from Kampala
Entebbe – Entebbe International Airport (EBB)
Entebbe airport is the country's only international air gateway, according to Wikivoyage and English Wikipedia. It lies about 6 km south-west of Entebbe town, on the shores of Lake Victoria, says English Wikipedia, and 35 km from Kampala according to French, German and Spanish Wikipedia; English Wikipedia gives 40 km by road. By road, allow about an hour in light traffic and more than two hours when it is heavy, according to Wikivoyage. Several African and international airlines serve EBB.
Distances from Wikipedia (EN, FR, DE, ES), which differ slightly. The journey time to Kampala depends heavily on traffic, according to Wikivoyage. We do not give fares.
Plenty of taxis wait in the car park at the airport, according to Wikivoyage; agree the price before you set off. Minibuses, called taxis in Uganda, run between Entebbe and Kampala all day, and boda-bodas, motorcycle taxis, are everywhere, though Wikivoyage calls them dangerous. The airport was undergoing renovation according to the same source, so check the practical details before you leave.
Landmarks
Namirembe, the Kasubi Tombs, the lake and the botanical garden
This page combines Entebbe, on the shores of Lake Victoria, with Kampala, capital of the Buganda kingdom and of Uganda. The photos show Namirembe Cathedral, the Kasubi Tombs, the lake and Entebbe's botanical garden.
Namirembe Cathedral
The Anglican Namirembe Cathedral stands on the hill of the same name, 1 km west of the Gaddafi Mosque, according to Wikivoyage. It is the fifth cathedral on the site, built around the time of the First World War, after earlier churches were blown down, nearly eaten by termites or struck by lightning. It is mainly worth visiting for the views of the city, says the source, which calls it small by European standards.
The Kasubi Tombs
The Kasubi Tombs, on Kasubi Hill about 5 km north-west of the centre, are the burial ground of four kabakas, the kings of Buganda, and a UNESCO World Heritage site, according to Wikivoyage. Nearly completely destroyed in a fire in 2010, they have been largely reconstructed; Wikivoyage describes them as a historical and spiritual symbol central to the identity of the Baganda.
Lake Victoria at Entebbe
Entebbe lies on the northern shores of Lake Victoria, Africa's largest lake, according to English Wikipedia. Wikivoyage mentions boat trips and fishing, a visit to Ngamba Island, a chimpanzee sanctuary, and Aero Beach. It also reminds readers of a risk of schistosomiasis in the Great Lakes of Africa, so ask for advice before swimming.
The botanical garden at Entebbe
Wikivoyage describes the National Botanical Gardens as a park-like setting of large trees, more interesting to birdwatchers and botanists than spectacular, with vervet and colobus monkeys and many birds. German Wikipedia recalls that British settlers founded a botanical garden and a zoo in Entebbe. A vervet monkey sits here on the grass.
Flowers and nature
Entebbe sits almost on the equator, yet is a little cooler than you might expect thanks to its elevation: maximum temperatures are usually 26 or 27 °C, according to Wikivoyage, though humidity stays high. The tropical vegetation shows in the garden's paths.
Other places named by Wikivoyage and Wikipedia: the National Mosque, known as the Gaddafi Mosque, completed in 2007 with a 272-step minaret that gives a view over the city; Rubaga Catholic Cathedral; the Bahá'í Temple at Kikaya; the Namugongo Martyrs' Shrine; Mengo Palace, the compound of the king of Buganda; and Parliament. Entebbe is also known for the 1976 Israeli raid that freed hostages from a hijacked plane, according to English, French and Spanish Wikipedia.
Museums and culture
A museum under renovation, an art gallery and a cultural centre
The Uganda Museum
The national museum covers natural history and, from the Stone Age to traditional life, the objects of the country. According to Wikivoyage it has been closed to the public since August 2024 for renovation, with no reopening date announced: check before you go, as many tourist pages still list it as open.
The Nommo Gallery and the National Theatre
Wikivoyage describes the Nommo Gallery as Uganda's national art gallery, a calm green oasis with exhibitions of paintings and sculptures, and the National Theatre as a large cultural centre with concerts, dance, film and an African crafts village.
The Wildlife Education Centre in Entebbe
In Entebbe, the Uganda Wildlife Education Centre, which Wikivoyage calls Entebbe's zoo, looks after animals saved from captivity: lions, giraffes, chimpanzees, and birds such as the shoebill. The entrance to the national zoo is by the jetty, says Spanish Wikipedia. We do not give fares.
Food and drink
Rolex, matoke and roast maize
Everyday dishes
In Kampala's small eateries, Wikivoyage lists meat, usually beef, rice, beans and matoke, steamed green bananas served mashed, which is delicious with groundnut sauce. Fish and chips and chicken and chips are found everywhere.
Street food
The rolex is the most famous street snack: a chapati wrapped around an omelette, with cabbage and tomatoes, according to Wikivoyage. White maize roasted over charcoal and skewers of chicken, goat or beef complete the offer.
Entebbe
Wikivoyage mentions restaurants in Entebbe with a view of the lake and Indian cooking. The town is calmer than Kampala: a good place to eat before or after a flight.
Getting around
Boda-bodas, minibuses and ride-hailing apps
Boda-bodas
Boda-bodas, motorcycle taxis, are the fastest and most dangerous way to get around, according to Wikivoyage, which notes that boda-boda accidents account for most hospital visits and traffic deaths in Kampala and Entebbe alike. Agree the fare before you get on.
Apps
Wikivoyage names app-based services including SafeBoda, Uber, Bolt and Faras, which show the fare before the ride and provide the passenger with a helmet, in and around Kampala.
Minibuses
Minibuses, called taxis in Uganda, follow fixed routes from Kampala's taxi parks, according to Wikivoyage: the old and new taxi parks serve the city and the rest of the country. Allow time: traffic and pollution can be as bad as in Nairobi or Lagos.
Budget and precautions
Budget and precautions
Price level
We do not publish amounts, as we could not cross-check them on two current sources. The currency is the Ugandan shilling (UGX); Wikivoyage notes that cards are becoming widespread but some services do not accept them, so keep some cash or mobile money.
By air
SniperAir monitors prices to EBB and compares them with the route's price history, but it does not sell or book tickets. To compare, you can also track Nairobi or Kigali.
Safety
Official advice differs depending on your country of departure: check your own government's advice before booking. Wikivoyage rates Entebbe safe and clean compared with the rest of Uganda. In Kampala it describes a relatively safe city but advises against walking after dark, mentions heavy air pollution and warns of spiked drinks in some bars.
Health
Ask a doctor or a vaccination centre for advice before you go, particularly about vaccinations and malaria. Wikivoyage notes a risk of schistosomiasis in the Great Lakes of Africa.
When to go
An equatorial climate softened by altitude, with no true dry month
February to June
The heaviest rainy season in Kampala according to Wikivoyage: April is typically the wettest month, with around 169 mm on average.
June to August
A relatively less rainy period between the two wet seasons, though Wikivoyage points out there is no true dry month.
August to December
A second period of heavier rainfall, less marked than the one early in the year, according to the same source.
Temperatures
Entebbe is almost on the equator, but altitude tempers the heat: maximums of 26 to 27 °C, according to Wikivoyage, with consistently high humidity.
Spanish Wikipedia mentions a climate tempered by altitude in Kampala, despite its closeness to the equator. We give orders of magnitude only; pack rain gear in every season.
By length of stay
What to do in Entebbe and Kampala depending on how long you stay
Entebbe
One day for the botanical garden, the wildlife centre and the lakeshore, if you arrive or leave via EBB.
Kampala
The Kasubi Tombs, Namirembe hill, the National Mosque, the Nommo Gallery and the markets.
Excursions
Wikivoyage lists Jinja, a source of the Nile, about an hour away, Ngamba Island from Entebbe, and Murchison Falls and Lake Mburo parks, about four hours away.
In pictures
Entebbe and Kampala in pictures
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions about flights to Entebbe and Kampala
How far is Entebbe airport from Kampala?
About 35 km according to French, German and Spanish Wikipedia, 40 km by road according to English Wikipedia. Allow about an hour in light traffic and more than two hours in heavy traffic, says Wikivoyage.
Should I stay in Entebbe or Kampala when I arrive?
Wikivoyage presents Entebbe as a relaxed stop close to the airport, with cleaner air; Kampala offers more to see but more traffic. It depends on your flight times.
Are Entebbe and Kampala safe?
Wikivoyage rates Entebbe safe and Kampala relatively safe, but advises against walking after dark in Kampala. Official advice differs by country of departure: check your own government's advice before booking.
What health precautions should I take for Uganda?
Ask a doctor or a vaccination centre before you go, particularly about vaccinations and malaria. Ask for advice about schistosomiasis before swimming in the lake.
When is the best time to visit Entebbe and Kampala?
There is no true dry month: rain is heaviest from February to June and falls again from August to December. Temperatures stay mild all year.
What should I eat in Kampala?
The rolex, a chapati wrapped around an omelette, matoke and roast maize.
How much does a flight to Entebbe and Kampala usually cost?
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