THE URBAN GAZETTE TRAVEL FEATURE
๐บ๐ฌ Weekend Across Uganda
Your Ultimate 2(8th&9th.Nov.2025)-Day Escape Guide for Ugandaโs Major Cities
โจ Ugandaโs weekends were made for adventure โ rooftop cocktails in Kampala, Nile breeze in Jinja, mountain calm in Fort Portal, and wild encounters in Mbarara. Whether youโve got 48 hours or a long weekend, The Urban Gazette curates your city-to-city itinerary โ what to do, where to stay, and how to post it.
๐ Kampala โ The City That Never Rests
Why Go: Ugandaโs capital is a lively mix of culture, color, and chaos. Itโs where street beats meet skyline dining.
Weekend Plan
Saturday:
Morning: Gaddafi Mosque climb โ breathtaking 360ยฐ views of the city.
Midday: Bahaโi Temple gardens โ peace amid the buzz.
Afternoon: Bargain hunting at Owino Market, then sunset cocktails in Kololo.
Evening: Rooftop dinner at Skyz Hotel or night out in Bugolobi.
Sunday:
Morning: Brunch at Endiro Coffee or Cafรฉ Javas.
Afternoon: Drive to Entebbe Botanical Gardens for lake breeze therapy.
Local Tip: Plan around traffic; Fridays and Sundays are peak.
๐ Jinja โ Where the Nile Begins
Why Go: Ugandaโs adventure capital is all about water, thrill, and chill.
Weekend Plan
Saturday:
Morning: Visit the Source of the Nile; short boat cruise.
Midday: White-water rafting or quad-biking along the river.
Evening: Riverside BBQ at Nile River Camp; sunset over the water.
Sunday:
Morning: Zip-line in Mabira Forest or kayak session.
Afternoon: Lunch at Jinja Sailing Club, then drive back to Kampala.
Local Tip: Carry waterproof gear; book rafting in advance.
๐ฟ Fort Portal โ Highlands & Hidden Lakes
Why Go: A blend of cool mountain air, crater-lake calm, and cultural richness.
Weekend Plan
Saturday:
Morning: Explore the Tooro Kingdom Palace.
Midday: Visit tea estates and crater lakes.
Evening: Sunset over Lake Kyaninga.
Sunday:
Morning: Chimp-tracking in Kibale Forest.
Afternoon: Bigodi Wetland walk and coffee in town.
Local Tip: Cool nights; bring a sweater.
๐ Mbarara & Lake Mburo โ Safari & Culture
Why Go: Quick safari fix with a touch of Ankole heritage.
Weekend Plan
Saturday:
Morning: Early drive; enter Lake Mburo National Park.
Midday: Game drive โ zebras, impalas, buffalo.
Evening: Sunset boat cruise and lodge bonfire.
Sunday:
Morning: Horseback safari or guided nature walk.
Afternoon: Cultural stop in Mbarara; meet the long-horn cattle.
Local Tip: Pay park fees in cash; mobile network may be weak.
