Kampala en 7 jours
Kasubi Royal Tombs et Bahai Temple le jour 1, Uganda Museum et Owino Market le jour 2 et Ndere Cultural Centre et Kabaka's Palace le jour 3. Les 4 autres jours ajoutent Kololo, une excursion à Jinja, une excursion à Mabamba Swamp et Kabalagala. Logez à Kololo, le quartier le plus proche des étapes du programme.
Jour 1 : Kasubi Royal Tombs et Bahai Temple
Matin
Kasubi Royal Tombs
Pour manger
Street Food
Look for vendors with a high turnover of customers—it's the best indicator of freshness and quality.
Où aller : Rolex from a busy street vendor, Muchomo with kachumbari from a roadside grill, Fresh samosas from Nakasero Market stalls
Après-midi
Bahai Temple
Soir
Luweero Industries (Banana Fiber Craft Workshop)
A social enterprise in the Ntinda area where local women create beautiful, sustainable handicrafts from banana plant fibers.
Jour 2 : Uganda Museum et Owino Market
Matin
Uganda Museum
Quartier : Kololo.
Pour manger
Traditional Ugandan
Many traditional places serve buffet-style lunches. Go around midday for the widest selection of fresh dishes.
Où aller : Luwombo at The Lawns, Katogo and Matoke at 2K Restaurant (Kampala Road), Buffet lunch at Fang Fang Restaurant (local dishes)
Après-midi
Owino Market
Soir
Munyonyo Martyrs Shrine
A striking, modern Catholic shrine on the shores of Lake Victoria, commemorating Ugandan martyrs.
Jour 3 : Ndere Cultural Centre et Kabaka's Palace
Matin
Ndere Cultural Centre
Pour manger
International & Fusion
Kololo and Acacia areas have the highest concentration of upscale international restaurants, perfect for a refined evening out.
Où aller : Indian cuisine at Khana Khazana (Acacia Mall), Ethiopian platters at Fasika, Asian fusion at The Blackline (Kololo)
Après-midi
Kabaka's Palace
Soir
The MishMash
An eclectic, bohemian restaurant and bar in Ntinda with a quirky, art-filled garden and creative global menu.
Jour 4 : Kololo et Kabaka's Lake
Matin
Kololo
Kampala's affluent diplomatic and business district, known for its leafy streets, upscale residences, and many embassies. The vibe is calm, polished, and cosmopolitan, with some of the city's best restaurants and boutique hotels.
Aussi dans le coin : Nommo Gallery, The Lawns rooftop bar, Acacia Mall for upscale shopping
Pour manger
Cafes & Breakfast
Kampala has a thriving cafe culture. These are great spots for reliable Wi-Fi, power outlets, and a taste of the expat social scene.
Où aller : Artisan coffee and brunch at Café Javas, Pastries at 1000 Cups Coffee, Muyenga, Full English/Ugandan breakfast at The Bistro
Après-midi
Kabaka's Lake
A large, man-made lake in the heart of the city, commissioned by a Buganda king in the 1880s.
Jour 5 : excursion à Jinja
2 hours by car or private taxi.
Visit the historic town where the Nile River begins its epic journey north. It's East Africa's adventure capital, offering a stark contrast to Kampala's urban energy.
À voir : Boat trip to the actual Source of the Nile, White-water rafting on the Nile, Bungee jumping with Nile High, Visit to the Bujagali Falls area
Jour 6 : excursion à Mabamba Swamp
1.5 hours by car, plus a canoe ride.
A pristine wetland on the shores of Lake Victoria, offering one of the world's best chances to spot the rare and prehistoric-looking shoebill stork.
À voir : Guided canoe safari to spot the shoebill, Rich birdlife including kingfishers and papyrus gonoleks, Scenic views over Lake Victoria, Peaceful, off-the-beaten-path experience
Jour 7 : Kabalagala et The Uganda Society Library
Matin
Kabalagala
The undisputed heart of Kampala's nightlife and a major dining hub. This bustling, densely packed area comes alive after dark with countless bars, clubs, and restaurants serving everything from local Ugandan to Korean and Indian cuisine.
Aussi dans le coin : Pioneer Easy, Club Ambiance, Numerous late-night eateries, Vibrant street life
Après-midi
The Uganda Society Library
A small, historic library and archive located in the Uganda Museum compound, founded in 1923.
Avant de partir
Depuis l'aéroport
From Entebbe International Airport (EBB), the most common options are pre-booked private taxis (approx 80,000-100,000 UGX / $20-25 for the 45km trip) or the SafeBoda app for a cheaper motorcycle taxi (approx 30,000 UGX / $8, not ideal with lots of luggage). There is no direct train; shared taxis are cheaper but complex for new arrivals.
Se déplacer
The city center on Old Kampala and Nakasero hills is somewhat walkable for short distances, but sidewalks are often broken or non-existent. Crossing roads requires extreme caution due to traffic. Walking between different hills/neighborhoods is not practical due to distance and traffic.
Conseils sur place
- Always agree on the fare *before* getting on a boda-boda (motorcycle taxi). A short trip within the city center should cost between 3,000-5,000 UGX.
- For the best 'rolex', skip the fancy spots and head to a busy street vendor at lunchtime or in the evening. Watch them make it fresh.
- Carry small denominations of Ugandan Shillings (UGX). Large bills (like 50,000 UGX notes) are often hard to break for small purchases and boda rides.
