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What to do
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
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Kampala travel guide

Kampala Tourism | Kampala Guide

You're Going to Love Kampala

With 1.35 million inhabitants, Kampala is the most populous city in Uganda. It is the most popular tourist destination in the country. We recommend you stay at least 7 days in order to fully appreciate everything Kampala has to offer.

Activities & attractions in Kampala

Tours

Kampala City Tour Experience
City Tour
Uganda Gorillas- Chimpanzee Safari. Hiking in Jungles of Bwindi/Kibale
Hiking / Trekking
Kampala City/Cultural Tour
City Tour
Gorilla tracking experience
Hiking / Trekking
7 Days Gorilla, Chimpanzee, and Game Safari
Safaris
Wildlife Safari Tours and Community Experience
Adventure
Charter and scenic flights
Sightseeing
We organize the best Gorilla Trekking Safaris in Uganda and Rwanda
Safaris
Best Gorilla Trekking | Chimpanzee Trekking| Wildlife & Honeymoon Tour
Safaris
African Safari Tours in Uganda
Safaris
Gorilla & Chimpanzee Trekking in Uganda | Bwindi & Kibale Safari
Hiking / Trekking
Uganda Primate Safaris AND the Big 5, Birding Tours and Community Tour
Safaris
10-Day Primates and Big Five of Uganda-Luxury
Safaris
The Batwa cultural people
Adventure
Big Five, Gorillas & Chimps Safari Adventure in Uganda
Adventure
Birdwatching in East Africa, A Paradise for Bird Enthusiast
Nature
16 Days Kayaking Wildlife and Cultural Experience within Uganda
Adventure
Tailor-made Uganda safaris: gorillas, wildlife, culture & adventure
Safaris
Mond Safaris –Luxury Wildlife & Gorilla Trekking Safaris
Safaris

Nature & Outdoor Activities

Mabamba Swamp - Shoebill Birdwatching Tour
Lake / River
Zipline; a rainforest canopy activity enjoyed zigzagging on cables
Animals & Wildlife
Adventure Safaris to Uganda
Safaris
Gorilla Trekking Experience Chimpanzee Trekking Wildlife Safaris
Animals & Wildlife
The Best of Uganda-Rwanda Gorilla & Primate Encounters
Animals & Wildlife
Full Day Tour to Jinja with a Boat Cruise at the Source of River Nile
Other

Activities

Spa, Relaxing Massages, Body Scrub
Spa/Massage
Classic Uganda Primate Expedition
Adventure

When to visit Kampala

Kampala in February
Estimated hotel price
£14
1 night at 3-star hotel
Kampala in February
Estimated hotel price
£14
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Kampala in January, when the average temperature is 22 °C, and the highest can go up to 24 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is May, when it can get as cold as 19 °C, with an average temperature of 20 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in April, when precipitation is around 179 mm. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Kampala, with an average rainfall of 53 mm.

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How to Get to Kampala

Plane

Although Kampala doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Entebbe (EBB), which is located 34 km from Kampala. The shortest flight to Kampala from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 13h 20m.

Plane

Although Kampala doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Entebbe (EBB), which is located 34 km from Kampala. The shortest flight to Kampala from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 13h 20m.

Airports near Kampala

EBBEntebbe

Airlines serving Kampala

KLM
Good (1,478 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,871 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,823 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,342 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,284 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,905 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,157 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,553 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,493 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,545 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,732 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,848 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,374 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (395 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,430 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,484 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,125 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,908 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (981 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (298 reviews)
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Where to stay in Kampala

From 5-star hotels such as the Kampala Serena Hotel to great affordable options like the Forest Cottages, Kampala offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around £45 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £96 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Kampala

Most booked hotels in Kampala

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Kampala Serena Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£154+
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Speke Hotel
4 stars
Good (7.5, Good reviews)
£50+
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Forest Cottages
3 stars
Good (7.5, Good reviews)
£36+
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Hiring a car in Kampala

Hiring a car in Kampala costs £35 per day, on average, or £244 if you want to hire it for 7 days.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 6% cheaper than airport locations in Kampala.

Expect to pay £0.99 per litre in Kampala (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £11.82 and £15.76. The most frequently booked car type in Kampala is Compact (Hyundai Tucson or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate car hire (Toyota Hilux or similar) is, on average, 65% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Kampala costs £35 per day, on average, or £244 if you want to hire it for 7 days.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 6% cheaper than airport locations in Kampala.

Expect to pay £0.99 per litre in Kampala (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £11.82 and £15.76. The most frequently booked car type in Kampala is Compact (Hyundai Tucson or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate car hire (Toyota Hilux or similar) is, on average, 65% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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