Kampala is the capital city of Uganda. The city is divided into five divisions namely Kampala Central Division, Kawempe Division, Makindye Division, Nakawa Division and Lubaga Division.

It was rich with game thus a favourite hunting ground for the King (Kabaka) of Buganda, especially the antelope specie, the impala. It  comprised of rolling hills, with grassy wetlands in the valleys.

When the British colonialists arrived in the area they called it “Hills of the Impala”.

The residents of the area continued to refer to it as Akasozi ke’Empala –Kasozi meaning “hill”, ke meaning “of” and empala the plural of “impala.” In Luganda, the words ‘ka’mpala’ means “that is of the impala,” in reference to a hill, and the single word ‘Kampala’ was adopted as the name for the city.

Kampala Tourist attractions

It is home to Makerere University, one of the leading Universities of higher learning, at  Makerere Hill.

The personalities that have been to the University include; Dr. Milton Apollo Obote, Mwai Kibaki, Benjamin Mkapa, Mwalimu Julius Nyerere. These personalities were once Presidents  of the East African countries Uganda, Kenya and Tanzania.

Kampala has since expanded to other hills due to the population growth over the years.

Tour itinerary for 1 Day in Kampala

Our guide will meet you at the hotel you are residing and after breakfast you will start out on your expedition around Kampala city.

You can visit the Kasubi Tombs (a UNESCO Heritage Site), the Uganda Museum, Gaddafi National Mosque, Lubaga Cathedral (Catholics), Namirembe Cathedral (Anglican), Makerere University Campus, the Uganda Museum, Ndere Troupe cultural centre, Africa Crafts Villages and Art galleries and City markets such as Nakasero, Owino or Nakawa.

It’s a nice city to stay in and use as a base for exploring the country.

Trip extensions available across the country to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Lake Mburo National Park, Queen Elizabeth National Park .

Included

• Gorilla Permits (Booked at least 8 months in advance)
• Transport in a 4WD Vehicle.
• All fuel for the tour;
• English speaking Ugandan driver/guide;
• Accommodation .
• Drinking water.
• Park-entrance fees .

Excluded

• International air fares;
• Entry visa Uganda;
• Meals that are not part of your accommodation;
• Personal (medical/travel) insurance;
• Tips and gratuities to rangers, driver/guide, porter, hotel staff, etc;
• All expenses of personal nature (e.g. drinks, laundry, optional activities, souvenirs etc.).