Botanical Gardens Entebbe
Walking distance from Gately Inn Entebbe lodging lies the Entebbe Botanical Gardens. But they were developed in 1898 and have a plethora of birds and mammals as well as more than 320 species of exotic plants. Originally utilized in the 1940 original “Tarzan,” botanical gardens provide a lovely jungle habitat. More importantly, a lovely area for observing several monkey species, famous bird species, and tree species among others.
Among other monkeys you would find are Colobus and Ververt monkeys. Among the many types of birds found in the garden are African Open-billed storks, Black headed Gonolek, Black-headed herons, Common Squacco, Hammerkop Long Tailed Cormorant, Orange weavers, Red-chested sunbird, Verreaux’s eagle owl, Yellow billed duck, Giant and pied kingfisher. Note: We suggest you to visit Entebbe Botanical Gardens if you would want a more private trip.
Entebbe Zoology;
Walking from Gately Inn at UWEC, the Entebbe zoo is located near a Centre for Breeding, Recuperation and Rehabilitation of Ugandan animals rescued from poachers and illegal merchants. When at all possible, UWEC releases these creatures into the wild and collaboratively teaches Uganda’s population about the value of their native species and conservation. Among other animals to view are giraffes, white rhinos, wild cats—leopards.
See the reception for further details on the events the Centre presents.
Sanctuary for Chimpanzees on Mabamba Island
Founded by Jane Goodall in 1998, Mabamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary is home to orphaned chimpanzees; around 45 rescued chimpanzees call this island a haven. Other choices for visits to and experiences on the Island include packed lunches, upon request.
One of the best spots in Uganda to see the most sought-after shoebill in its natural habitat is Mabamba Swamp. Travel brochures often show them attracting the unusual birds with their pre-historic characteristics and huge yellow bill. A canoe voyage allows you to bird this area by “all navigating rivers forming lily pads and papyrus swamp.” Among the notable bird species to be seen are blue swallow, Pallid harcher, and Papyrus yellow warbler.
Half-day excursions can be planned to seek for the most sought-after shoebill stork by visiting the Entebbe Mabamba Swamp and adjacent Island. Visit Mabamba Swamp and enjoy bird viewing as well as the natural beauty all around.
Course in Entebbe Golf;
One can play this excellent game course all year long. Actually, the club boasts two tennis courts, one basketball court, and a cricket oval. Among indoor games are badminton, darts and snookers.
Site to See in Entebbe Uganda
The Entebbe Golf Course
Ranked among the greatest courses in East Africa, Entebbe Golf Course is fighting with Kampala course as Number 1 ranking inside Uganda.
Fishing trip:
Requested or not, this activity is exciting and takes place on Lake Victoria, the second biggest lake in Africa.
Beautiful sunset hikes and cruises are easily available along Lake Victoria.
Visit the coasts;
Surrounded by water, Entebbe is a strong town with most famous beaches in Uganda. Among the beaches are Sports Beach, Lido Beach, White Sand Beach, Aero Beach, Imperial Resort Beach, Spena Beach and many more. Luckily, Entebbe’s hotels and resorts provide their own beaches including Anderita and Botanical Beach hotels. Weekend visitors from Kampala and surrounding cities abound on these beaches. Expect to see guests swimming, drinking, and dancing to loud background music when visiting one of the hotels. For the celebrants, some resorts arrange boat trips on the lake shifts.
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