Kampala City Walking Safaris
Old Kampala Mosque | Bulange | Kasubi Tombs | Craft Markets | Old Town Kampala
Kampala city walking safaris. Are you interested in and planning a city tour in Africa? Then, Uganda and its capital, Kampala, are the perfect destination choice. Kampala is Uganda’s commercial, political, and capital city, perfectly situated in proximity to Lake Victoria, Africa`s largest freshwater lake. Kampala is composed of several beautiful hills, covered with red-tiled villas and lush green trees.
Downtown Kampala gives the thrill of experiencing Kampala most crazily. Visit the Uganda museum and immerse yourself in the great history and culture of Uganda. Visit Mengo Hill, the seat of the Buganda kingdom, old Kampala, the Bahai temple, Mengo Hill, Kibuli, and so many other exciting hills.
Tourist activities in Kampala.
Visit the hills that make up Kampala
Originally, Kampala was built on a few beautiful hills, but as the population grew, the city expanded to cover more than the original hills, giving you a great insight into Kampala’s regions, interesting buildings, religion, and cultures.
The hills of Kampala | Kampala city walking safaris.
The first hill is Kampala hill: This is the seat of the Uganda Muslim Supreme Council and the home of the Uganda national mosque, also known as the Gaddafi Mosque. This is the hill where Fort Lugard was located, the first seat of the British colonial authorities in Uganda.
The second hill is Mengo, the former capital of the Buganda kingdom; the third hill is Kibuli hill, the home of Kibuli Mosque:
The fourth is Namirembe hill, the home of the Anglican church, the fifth hill is Lubaga hill, the home of the white catholic fathers, and the home of the Rubaga catholic cathedral. The sixth hill is Nsambya hill, the site of the former cathedral of St. Peter’s Nsambya, and was previously allocated to the British catholic hill mission during the signing of the Uganda Agreement in 1900
The seventh hill is the Nakasero hill, whose summit was Fort Nakasero, a British military installation, but after relocating from Fort Lugard in Old Kampala. The site was also the site of the European hospital. The hill is near the official residence of the president of Uganda.
Visit churches and local markets in Kampala;
You can walk through Kampala first, paying a visit to iconic churches in Kampala, and finish your walk with a hot lunch in one of the markets in Kampala.
Some of the markets to walk through in Kampala include Wandegeya market, Owino market, Nakawa market, and Kiseka market. You can also visit shopping malls and arcades, and places of worship like the Uganda Martyrs Shrine in Namugongo for religious tourism.
Visit the Uganda National Museum
This is one of the oldest museums in Africa. It’s located on the outskirts of Kampala in Kamwokya. The museum exhibits the ethnological, natural historical, and traditional lifestyle of Uganda through the years. The Uganda National Museum was founded in 1908 after Governor George Wilson called for all artists of interest in Uganda to be prepared. The museum also has cultural villages with exhibits depicting the true traditional lifestyles of the people of Uganda. A walk through the Uganda National Museum gives the opportunity to experience the indigenous ways of the Ugandan ethical culture, and Uganda`s history and culture.
Buganda Kingdom’s history and cultural experience.
This is one of the best things to do while on a walking safari in Kampala. Kampala is situated in Uganda`s biggest kingdom Buganda kingdom. You will visit the Buganda kingdom palace, the Buganda parliament, the Kabaka’s lake, and the Kasubi tombs. While on a walking safari, you will learn about the rich history of the Kings of Buganda, traditional lineage, customs, music, food, and the role of the Buganda kingdom in shaping Uganda`s history and future politics.
Visit craft markets and art galleries in Kampala:
Kampala is the best place to buy a souvenir that will remind you of your safari in Uganda. The city is filled with artistic people who display their art in art galleries and craft markets. Some of the places to go for art shopping include the Asante art gallery, among others.
Visiting craft markets will expose you to great portraits, African textile wear, and beautiful African jewelry, among others. The best craft markets include Uganda crafts on Bombo Road, Madinda crafts village, Buganda Road craft market, and National theatre craft centre.
Other exciting activities to do while on a walking safari in Kampala include local sports, nightlife in Kampala, monuments, and chilling on Lake Victoria, among other exciting activities.
Why book a Kampala walking safari with Katland Safaris | Kampala city walking safaris.
Katland Safaris organizes the best gorilla and wildlife safaris in Uganda. When it comes to gorilla trekking, we will book your gorilla trekking permits for Uganda`s Bwindi and Mgahinga gorilla national park and gorilla permits for Volcanoes National Park in Rwanda. Besides booking your gorilla permit, we will also put all other gorilla safari accessories like transportation and accommodation in one package to make your gorilla trekking safari a memorable adventure:
Your gorilla trekking safaris can be customized to meet your safari expectations, needs, and budget. The safari package can range from budget, mid-range, and luxury safaris.
Feel free to contact our team of excellent safari consultants to help you organize the best safari ever across Uganda
