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Evening Bird-Watching from a Local Fishing
Boat [4]: Call Rogers at Shoebill Boat Tours, pack
some cheese, crackers and a sundowner, and
then hoist yourself into this vessel. Rogers is a bird
enthusiast, making it a lovely-and-informative
float through the reeds. (He also has life-vests
and a motor, so it’s safe, and speedy when
needed.) This is an authentic, “local” excursion.
Nakiwogo Landing Site.
Booking ESSENTIAL: +256 785 723 338. Starting
at Ugx 70k for two people.
Secure parking is available at the MV Kalangala
Ferry terminal for a very small fee.
Bicycle Tours: Let the fantastic guides at Gregg
Za Mugula:
Uganda Tours show you Entebbe as you pedal! Frédéric Lepron
They have a wide-range of bike-tour
options—from historical, to giving-back, and
from relaxing rides to intense experiences for do some quick food shopping. Try Gorilla
expert riders—and more. Most can be arranged Conservation Café [5], across the street from
with as little as an hour’s notice, and prices start Victoria mall. Their proceeds go to the protection
at only $20/person. Their bikes are the quality of endangered mountain gorillas at Uganda's
Giant© brand, and are well-maintained. For a Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, and to the
list of their many offerings, call or WhatsApp: health of people, too. Preorder salads, burgers
+256 740 913 423. They also have a small and more via WhatsApp: +256 786 358 081.
office in the lobby of the Protea Hotel by Marriott And don’t forget a bottle of wine. There’s a great
[8]. selection at Yash Supermarket [6] in Kitoro,
+256 758 463 226. Then head to the Botanical
Picnic! At nearly 0 degrees latitude, and at Gardens or to Entebbe Za Mugula!
almost 1,200 meters above sea-level, this is the
perfect climate for a picnic—year-round. If you Pizza! For a delightful pizza experience, visit
didn’t pack a blanket, you can easily buy a Cinque at Hotel No. 5 [7] in Bugonga. Charming
handmade mat from a street vendor, and then setting, excellent service. Cinque has really
raised the bar for what it means to serve a “pie”
in Uganda, and they’re right here in Entebbe!
They also offer some vegan and gluten-free
pizzas. “Foodie” dishes available in the boutique
hotel’s main dining-room. +256 779 299 625,
Entebbe Botanical Gardens: Frédéric Lepron Swimming! After spending time on the Entebbe
@hotelnumber5 (f i t).
peninsula—surrounded by water—why not take
a refreshing dip? The pool at the Protea Hotel by
Marriot [8] is right on the lake’s majestic shores.
For only Ugx 15k/adult and 10k/child, you are
welcome to lounge poolside, swim, relax, and to
buy food and drinks. For 35k, you have access to
the gym and spa which include sauna,
steam—AND the swimming pool. +256 414 323
132. Or you can visit the pool at the historic Lake
Victoria Hotel [9] (opened in 1948). It is larger
and has a high-dive, but is not on the lake.
25k/adult and 15k/child. +256 414 351 600.
(These are also great options for spending the
day before a flight out. Showers and
luggage-storage available.)

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