The Uganda Ssese Islands tour provides an exciting opportunity to explore over 84 islands in Lake Victoria, located approximately 51 kilometers from Entebbe. Fishing is the main activity, with tourism on the rise. Bugala Island is the largest and most popular, along with other notable islands like Nsirwe, Funve, Bubende, Serinya, and Kalangala, which serves as the district’s administrative center. The sparsely populated Ssese Islands offer a peaceful retreat from urban life.
The islands feature clear waters, white sandy beaches, and lush rainforests, providing activities like swimming, canoeing, beach games, quad biking, boat cruises, and visits to fishing communities. They are also great for birdwatching and spotting small primates.
The 3-day Uganda Ssese Islands Tour is an enchanting getaway ideal for holidaymakers, couples, and honeymooners, starting and ending in Kampala or Entebbe.
Tour Highlights include Boat Cruise, Bird Watching, Visit fishing villages, spectacular scenic views, guided nature walks, community interactions and Souvenir shopping
Day 1: Transfer to Nakiwogo Landing Site
Guests are welcomed by our driver guide and transferred to Nakiwogo for a 2:00 pm ferry to Bugala Island. Early arrivals can visit the Entebbe Botanical Gardens or Uganda Wildlife Education Center, while late arrivals head straight to the ferry. Upon arrival, guests can explore and relax on the beach.
Day 2: Exploration of Bugala Island
Guests enjoy a guided forest walk to observe the island’s wildlife, followed by a boat cruise to learn about local fishing. After lunch, activities like sunbathing, beach games, or swimming are available.
Day 3: Return Journey
After breakfast and check-out, guests take the ferry back to the mainland, departing Bugala at 8:00 am and arriving in Entebbe at 11:00 am. They will then be driven to Entebbe Airport or their hotel in Kampala.
This tour offers a perfect mix of relaxation and adventure, creating unforgettable memories.
Day 1: Transfer to Nakiwogo Landing Site
Day 2: Exploration of Bugala Island
Day 3: Return Journey
– Entrance fees
-All activities
-All accommodation
-A professional driver/guide
-All transportation
-All Taxes/VAT
-Round-trip airport transfer
-Meals
-Drinking water
-International flights (From/to home)
-Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
-Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
-Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
-Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees