Activities

Nearby Attractions and Things to Do at Nkima Forest Lodge Entebbe, Uganda

Flora and fauna Nkima Forest Lodge was started to preserve this patch of indigenous forest, which is termed a semi-evergreen Guineo-Congolian rainforest. This means it is on the edge of a vast vegetation zone and contains many tree species from West Africa. Although most of the big trees were logged about 30 years ago, (many coppice well) and enough seeds and saplings re-grew to provide a diverse secondary forest with more than 20 characteristic forest species as well as many edge species. This diversity means at any time of the year there will be a fruiting tree, which is vital for the fructivorous red- tailed monkeys (Nkima). There are also plenty of leaves to feed the caterpillars, which leads to a great diversity of butterflies. Lake flies hatch all at once and can be found in vast numbers at certain moon phases. All this insect life is fantastic for the birds, frogs and lizards which also abound in the forest.

Ecological footprint Nkima forest is completely off-grid and all the electrical power comes from solar panels. Sockets in the room can be used to charge phones or laptops. The hot water is also heated by solar and is usually plenty warm enough even on a dull or rainy day as the insulated storage tank is large.

The water comes from a deep borehole and has been tested as potable, and better than using water from plastic water bottles. It is pumped up the hill with a solar pump and the swimming pool pump is also solar. The laundry is done by hand and sun dried! Hopefully you can see that it is possible to enjoy a modern life without too big an impact on the environment.

Shoebill Boat Trip The community has worked hard for several years to protect the swamp. There are many boats that travel to Bussi Island and also provide guided tours to see the shoebill. The local boats can supply life jackets if requested and we also have some child life jackets.

Birding at Mabamba Wetlands

Uganda National Museum The biggest and the oldest Museum in Uganda which founded in 1908, the Uganda Museums remarkable collection spans over two million years of human history. The Uganda Museum is situated five kilometers away from the Kampala city centre on plot 5 Kira road. When coming from Kampala, pass through Wandegeya trading centre and by Mulago hospital. Just before Kamwokya Town is a large sign post reading Uganda Museum. The Uganda Museum is the oldest in East Africa with a collection exceeding one million specimens. The core of the collections is ethnography and fossils.

Mengo Palace - Olubiri lwe Mengo Built in 1922, the palace was the former home of the king of Buganda, though it has remained empty since 1966 when Prime Minister Milton Obote ordered an attack to oust Kabaka Mutesa II, the president of Uganda by then. Led by the forces of Idi Amin, soldiers stormed the palace and, after several days of fighting, Mutesa was forced into exile. The building's interior cannot be visited, but the notorious underground prison here is open to tours.

Iddi Amin's Armory constructed by the Isrealites in 1970 but later turned into a TORTURE Chamber

Kasubi Tombs The World Heritage Site comprises around 26 hectares (64 acres) on the Kasubi hill in the city of Kampala, about 5 kilometres (3.1 mi) northwest of the city centre. Most of the site is open agricultural land that is farmed using traditional techniques. One corner contains a royal palace built in 1882 by Muteesa I, the 35th Kabaka of Buganda, to replace a palace built by his built by his father, Ssuuna II in 1820. The new palace became a royal burial ground on his death in 1884. The site is one of 31 royal tombs across the Buganda kingdom since the kingdom was founded in the 13th century. Traditionally, the body of the deceased king was buried in one place, with a separate shrine for the deceased king's jawbone, believed to contain his soul.

Baha'i Temple There is only one Baha'i temple on each continent, and Africa's happens to be in Kampala. The beautiful domed cathedral sits on a hill surrounded by peaceful gardens, and since the Baha'i are such an inclusive faith anyone is welcome to tour the grounds or to enjoy a Sunday service.

Ndere Cultural Centre

If you're interested in traditional dance and music, try to catch a dinner-theatre performance of the Ndere Troupe at Ndere Centre - Kisaasi. Ndere Cultural Centre showcase dances from Uganda's tribal groups with high-energy shows taking place in a 700-seat amphitheatre on Sundays at 6pm, Wednesday at 7pm and Fridays afro-jazz from 7pm.

National Theatre The Centre has two main components: the National Theatre and the Nommo Gallery, both of which are located in central Kampala. The National Theatre provides a venue for stage performances of different kinds, and also serves as a cinema; the Nommo Gallery features exhibitions of works of art by both Ugandan and foreign artists. The Centre also offers a snack bar, which claims to offer the "best African dishes served with best spices and ambience", and the Craft Village, where locally made handicrafts are sold

Kampala Wonder World Amusement Park

Welcome to Uganda Golf Club, the home of golf in Uganda. Located in the heart of Kampala City, Uganda Golf Club offers a fair test of skill and patience. Standing on the first tee, one feels removed from the hustle and bustle of city life

Uganda Wildlife Conservation Education Centre (UWEC Zoo) – Entebbe Zoo

The Uganda Wildlife Conservation Education Centre (Entebbe Zoo) is located 15 minutes from Entebbe International Airport, 36 kilometers from Uganda's capital Kampala. The centre cares for rescued animals, often victims of bush meat trade, habitat destruction, or illegal trade. Individuals that can make it in the wild, are released back. We don't buy animals nor use them for entertainment, but rather as ambassadors to help save and maintain those in the wild, wild! Listen to interpretative talks from our; keepers, guides work with animals every day. You can sign up as an animal surrogate mother for a day, participate in behind the scene experiences or simply spend a night in our hostel or African cottages as you await your flight or meeting! Our facility is ideal for both short and long stay/ visits, whilst in Uganda. Secure day and night parking available or quick access to public transport/ taxi is just a call away. We are always thrilled to receive your at UWEC Zoo, Entebbe. Uganda Wildlife Conservation Education Centre (UWEC Zoo) – Entebbe Zoo

Institutions Near by Nkima Forest Lodge Entebbe, Uganda

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

Landmarks Near by Nkima Forest Lodge 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 Nkima Forest Lodge Entebbe, Uganda

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

Nkima Forest Lodge Entebbe, Uganda Children Parks 

Shopping areas Nearby Nkima Forest Lodge 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 Nkima Forest Lodge Entebbe, Uganda Entebbe International Airport (EBB) 49.2 miles

Railway stations

• Kampala Railway Station

Most popular cities Nearby Nkima Forest Lodge Entebbe, Uganda

• Kampala
• Kawuku
• Kisubi
• Abayita Ababiri
• Kajjansi