Dolwe Island is located in the Eastern part of Uganda, within the North-Eastern region of Lake Victoria. This island is part of the Namayingo District in the Busoga region. The island is known for its fascinating rock formations and ancient rock art, which have been in existence for approximately 300-500 years.
A photograph of the aerial view of Dolwe Island located in the North-Eastern region of Lake Victoria taken during a Dolwe Island tour. Photo Credit: Ssebalu Mike Buule
Highlights for the3 Days Dolwe Island Tour, Uganda
Day 1; Depart from Jinja City to Dolwe Island
Day 2; Visit Gorofa – A Rock Art site nominated for World Heritage
Day 3; Depart for Jinja City
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Itinerary
Day One: Depart from Jinja City to Dolwe Island
Embark on an early morning journey from Jinja, the city of the Source of The Nile, heading 22 km on the Iganga main highway. At Namayingo town junction one hour away, head (32 km) on time to catch the MV Sigulu car ferry departing at 08:30 AM.
A photograph showing the Source of the Nile taken during an adventure tour in Jinja in Eastern Uganda. Photo Credit;
The three hour ferry takes you through isolated islands, and the equator crossing at the centre of the Earth. Optionally, a private speed boat can cut the journey time in half.
On arrival you are received by your host, then transferred to La Fang Eco Resort, a 5-minute drive from the pier. Check into your cottage and enjoy a sumptuous lunch.
Property Exterior Photo La Fang Eco resort Hotel Jinja Eastern Region
Lake view Photo La Fang Eco resort Hotel Jinja Eastern Region 1
Balcony Photo La Fang Eco resort Hotel Jinja Eastern Region
Explore Mwango Rock, a hidden jewel among various rock formations. Take a boat ride on Lake Victoria's crystal-clear waters. The obelisk, almost ten stories high, is located off the main island in the village of Mwango, hosting diverse bird species. Witness lizards basking on the rocks.
Other points of interest include ancient gongs and hiking the Badege or Singila village rocks with scenic views of fishing boats heading towards Munene islands across . Return to the resort for a bonfire dinner and an overnight stay
Day Two: Visit Gorofa – A Rock Art site nominated for World Heritage
After a leisurely breakfast, head to Gorofa, a Rock Art site nominated for World Heritage. Experience the sounds of ancient gongs, believed by locals to convey messages from ancestors through the wind and waves. Explore the rock gongs, rocks with natural resonance producing musical sounds when struck.
Photograph of the rocks taken during a Dolwe Island tour on the North-Eastern region of Lake Victoria, Uganda.
Enjoy a bush lunch in the lush Dolwe grasslands, try fishing with locals, before you return with your catch to your accommodation for a sundowner high tea.
Day Three: Departure
Rise at leisure or for the adrenaline junkies head for quad biking, cycling, or leisurely walks along sandy beach trails or villages . Visit the over twenty thousand rock art sites if time allows.
After a hearty lunch, catch the 2:00 PM ferry to the mainland and proceed to Kampala, Jinja, or your onward destination.
From the moment you land at Entebbe's modern and efficient international airport, with its breathtaking equatorial location on the forested shore of island-strewn Lake Victoria, it is clear that Uganda is no ordinary safari destination in Africa.
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Getting To Dolwe Island, Uganda
Ground Transportation throughout the Dolwe Island tour from Jinja in a private 4WD safari vehicle provided by Responsible Tourism Company.
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