MASINDI TRAVEL GUIDE

LOCATION OF MASINDI TOWN, UGANDA

Masindi is a town located in Western Uganda. It serves as the largest town in the Masindi District and is situated approximately 220 kilometers North-West of the capital city, Kampala. The town is surrounded by lush vegetation and is home to several wildlife reserves, including the Murchison Falls National Park, which sits on the banks of the Nile River.

Masindi is approximately 211 kilometers (131 miles) North-West of Kampala, Uganda's capital, and largest city, accessible via an all-weather tarmac highway. It's also about 57 kilometers (35 miles) North-East of Hoima, the largest city in the Bunyoro sub-region. The coordinates of Masindi are 1°41'01.0\"N, 31°43'20.0\"E (Latitude: 1.683611; Longitude: 31.722222), and the town lies at an average elevation of 1,227 meters (4,026 feet) above sea level.

POPULATION OF MASINDI TOWN, UGANDA

As of 2024, the total population of Masindi District in Uganda is estimated to be approximately 337,500 people. The district experiences a growth rate of 2.8% as stated by the UBOS.

SOME HISTORY OF MASINDI TOWN, UGANDA

Masindi was visited by British explorers Samuel and Florence Baker in the 1870s. It developed as a commercial center due to cotton trade during the second half of the 19th century. Notably, during World War II, Masindi hosted a large refugee camp for Poles escaping from Soviet-occupied Poland in East Africa.

ATTRACTIONS AND TOURISM ACTIVITIES IN MASINDI TOWN, UGANDA

Karongo market; Operates every Thursday and attracts traders from Hoima, Bulisa and entire district, it’s located at the junction to Nyantonzi, Bulisa road.
Kabango trading Centre is a very busy town council providing variety of services i.e. entertainment, schools, accommodation and so many others.
Kinyara sugar works limited;Established in 1969, second largest manufacturer of sugar in Uganda, employs over 1500 workers both in and outside Uganda, the companies’ sugarcane plantation estates.
Ziwa and royal Ranches; Covers a greater part of sub county, good potential In Dairy farming.
Kigulya hill which is located in Mirya and it is an ideal destination for hiking tours in Masindi.
Rwengabi hill in Budongo which is ideal for hiking and spiritual activities in Masindi.
Budongo forest in Budongo which is one of the biggest tropical forests in East Africa and is home to chimpanzees and a big number of mahogany tree species.
River Kafu in Kimengo, It marks the Southern boundary with Nakasongola and Nakaseke districts.
Murchison falls National Park, which is the biggest natural park in Uganda and has the highest number of giraffes.
Murchison Falls found in Pakanyi, which are the most powerful waterfalls in the world.
Kigaju forest camp found in Karujubu and is an ideal destination for nature walks and chimpanzee tracking in Masindi, Uganda.
Nyankuyu hills eco-tourism sites in Biizi, which are ideal for hiking, visiting sacred caves, beautiful scenery views and forest walking tours.
Omukama’s palace located in Kihande, an ideal location for cultural tourism.
European cemetery in Masindi town where the graves of the Scottish Margache Family are located.
King George VI Stadium located in Central division Masindi town which is used for major events in town and was originally used for storing millet and later used by Goans(Abagoowa) to house hens.