Activities

 Imperial Botanical Beach Hotel Entebbe, Nearby Attractions and Things in Entebbe

With some of the most inspiring lakeside surrounding us, Imperial Botanical Beach Hotel Entebbe is the ideal destination should you wish to include activities into your plans.

Natural Attractions in Entebbe

Entebbe, Uganda, has several natural attractions. Here are more natural attractions to explore in Entebbe, Uganda

Bugonga Church in Entebbe

In Entebbe, Uganda, both Catholic churches and cathedrals, including Holy City Entebbe and St. John's Church, are listed as attractions.

Specifically, Bugonga Church is a significant historical site, being one of the oldest Catholic churches and marking the spot where early missionaries met with Kabaka Muteesa

Uganda Wildlife Education Centre Entebbe,Uganda,Africa Entebbe

While it functions primarily as a zoo, this centre is actually a world-class animal refuge that has benefited from international assistance in recent years. Most of the animals on display were once injured or were recovered from poachers and traffickers. Star attractions include chimpanzees (a good alternative to pricier Ngamba Island), southern white rhinos, lions, leopards and shoebill storks. Keep an eye out for the baby elephant wandering about too.

A variety of programs gets you closer to the animals, including chimp encounters (US$200), behind-the-scenes tours (US$70) and zookeeper for the day (adult/child US$100/50); book directly through UWEC for discounts. There are long-term volunteering opportunities and it has on-site lodging.

Kitubulu Forest and Beach: Nature walks and beach relaxation with scenic views of Lake Victoria.

Zika Forest: A forest where the Zika Virus was first discovered, with insect studies and nature exploration.

Entebbe Crafts Village: A marketplace featuring local handicrafts, jewelry, and art.

State House: The official residence and office of the President of Uganda.

Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary Entebbe,Uganda,Africa

This sanctuary in Lake Victoria is home to around 50 orphaned chimps that have been rescued from elsewhere in Uganda and are being rehabilitated as much as possible on this thickly forested island. Day trips to see the residents are superb. Plan ahead and you can join the overnight experience and a forest-walk with the chimps, who'll climb all over you. It's a 50-/90-minute speedboat or motorised canoe ride from Entebbe to get here.

Located 23 km southeast of Entebbe in Lake Victoria, Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary, or 'Chimp Island', is home to over 40 orphaned or rescued chimpanzees who are unable to return to the wild. Humans are confined to one of the 40 hectares while the chimps wander freely through the rest, emerging from the forest twice a day for feeding at 11am and 2.30pm. This coincides with visitor arrival times to the island, with viewings of the chimps via a raised platform.

While it can't compare to the experience of seeing chimps in the wild, especially due to the large electrified fence that separates chimp from human, it still makes for a worthwhile excursion to observe the animals' remarkable behaviour. Guides here are informative, and there are individual profiles for each chimp, detailing both their distinct personalities and history. There are also big monitor lizards in residence and abundant birdlife.

The island is a project of the Chimpanzee Sanctuary & Wildlife Conservation Trust, which arranges bookings for day trips and accommodation.

Rates are based on a minimum group of two, though one individual can go at a higher rate. It's cheaper with larger group sizes. The half-day trip includes entry, guide and boat transport. Two trips depart from Entebbe per day: in the morning at 9am, returning at 12.45pm, or departing at 12.45pm and returning by 4.45pm.

The CSWCT also offers an overnight experience (first night/additional nights US$539/185) in a self-contained, solar-powered safari tent. Rates include lodging, full board, transport, activities and entry, based on two guests. Check the website for add-on activities.

Arrive via speed boat (50 minutes) or motorised canoe (90 minutes) from the Entebbe dock. Those who arrive via their own transport must pay an entry fee (adult/child US$35/15).

32° East Ugandan Arts Trust Kampala, This centre for Ugandan contemporary artists includes exhibit space, a library, workspace and resource centre. It is in the process of moving to a nearby space; keep an eye out for upcoming events on its website, including its biannual Kampala Contemporary Art Festival.

Entebbe Botanical Gardens Entebbe

Entebbe Botanical Gardens: A 37-acre garden featuring stunning plants, trees, and wildlife, including monkeys and birds.

Laid out in 1898, these expansive gardens are perfect for a leisurely stroll. The highlights are its pockets of thick rainforest, which locals claim some of the original Tarzan films were made in, and excellent birdwatching with 115 species (USh10,000 per guide). You'll see plenty of monkeys, including black and white colobus, and tree squirrels too.

Uganda Reptiles Village Entebbe

Get up close to some of the world's deadliest snakes, including mambas, cobras, puff adders and vipers, as well as chameleons, crocs and lizards, all of which are rescued or injured. It's around 3km off the Entebbe–Kampala road, about a 20-minute drive from Entebbe.

Restaurants in Entebbe

Victoria Mall: A shopping center with gift shops, restaurants, and entertainment options. Faze 3 Restaurant: A restaurant serving Indian and British cuisine with outdoor seating and live music

Anna's corner 4.2 KM Anna's Corner is located in the middle of Entebbe and is set in a beautiful garden. While listening to great music, reading one of the local papers or one of our books we offer a great variety of fantastic coffees, cakes, breakfast, pizza, pasta, burger,

Maanzo Aperitif Bar & Restaurant 1.9 KM MAANZO Aperitif Bar and Restaurant is a unique spirits and gastronomic experience unequalled in Uganda and East Africa. It provides an uncompromising atmosphere of varied entertainment saturated with delightful culinary flavors from Africa, Asia, Caribbea

COFFEE HOUSE Carpe Diem 5.4 KM The restaurant takes advantage of some of the best views over Lake Victoria and the airport in Entebbe. Watch the planes glide over the lake as the red African sun melts into the horizon behind you.

THAI Thai Garden Restaurant 6.1 KM Enjoy authentic Thai food with a fine dining flair. Experience the best Thai cuisine and friendly staff at this beachfront restaurant in Uganda/

O's Bar Entebbe  Across from the golf course, this happening bar has outdoor decking, indoor lounge and sport on the TV.

Institutions Near by Imperial Botanical Beach Hotel Entebbe, Uganda

• Nkumba University Entebbe
• Entebbe International University
• University of Kisubi Entebbe
• St Mary College Kisubi
• Fisheries Training Institute Entebbe

Landmarks Near by Imperial Botanical Beach Hotel Entebbe, Uganda

• Entebbe Catholic Parish Church Bugonga
• St. Johns Church Entebbe
• Seventh-Day Adventist SDA Entebbe Central Church
• Watoto Church Entebbe
• St Marks Church Namate
• Entebbe Post Office

Museums Near by Imperial Botanical Beach Hotel Entebbe, Uganda

• Entebbe Geological Survey Museum
• Fort Lugard Museum Kampala
• Uganda National Museum Kampala
• Ssemagulu Museum Kampala

 Imperial Botanical Beach Hotel Entebbe, Uganda Parks Children Parks 

• Entebbe Children's Play Park
• Disney Amusement Play Park in Entebbe
• Kids Paradise Garden Bwebajja in Entebbe
• Lido Beach Entebbe
• Peniel Beach Hotel Entebbe

Shopping areas Nearby Imperial Botanical Beach Hotel Entebbe, Uganda

• Kitooro Market Entebbe
• Victoria Mall Entebbe
• Imperial Shopping Mall Entebbe
• Kajjansi Market
• Pearl Supermarket Entebbe
• Entebbe Juakali Centre Crafts Market
• Nakiwogo Market Entebbe

Airports Nearby Imperial Botanical Beach Hotel Entebbe, Uganda

Entebbe International Airport (EBB) 2:6 km

Railway stations

• Kampala Railway Station

Most popular cities Near by Imperial Botanical Beach Hotel Entebbe, Uganda

• Entebbe
• Kawuku
• Kisubi
• Abayita Ababiri
• Kajjansi
• Kampala

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