Departing from Entebbe · Uganda
Safari Tours from Entebbe
Uganda's Gateway on the Shores of Lake Victoria
Why start your safari from Entebbe?
Entebbe International Airport (EBB) is Uganda's main international entry point, sitting on the northern shore of Lake Victoria. It's the natural starting point for Queen Elizabeth National Park (game drives + Kazinga Channel), Kibale Forest (chimp trekking), Bwindi (gorilla trekking), and Murchison Falls. East Africa Bridge Tours offers complete Uganda circuits from Entebbe with private 4WD transport.
- EBB receives direct flights from London Heathrow, Amsterdam, Nairobi, Kigali and Addis Ababa — easy to reach from most departure points.
- Uganda's gorilla permits are USD 800 vs Rwanda's USD 1,500 — significant savings for budget-conscious travellers starting here.
- East Africa Bridge Tours has on-the-ground Uganda experience including real trip photos from QE Park and Kazinga Channel (Feb 2026).
Parks reachable from Entebbe
Popular Day Trips from Entebbe
Back before sunset — great for adding to any multi-day itinerary.
Entebbe Botanical Gardens & Ngamba Island
Chimps at Ngamba Island sanctuary, Lake Victoria
Kampala City Tour
Kasubi Tombs, Nakasero Market, Rubaga Cathedral
Source of the Nile, Jinja
River rafting and Nile source boat ride
2 Tours from Entebbe
All packages include private transfers, expert local guides, and 24/7 East Africa Bridge Tours support.
Frequently Asked Questions — Entebbe
- Is flying into Entebbe or Kigali cheaper for a Uganda–Rwanda gorilla trip?
- It depends on your origin. Entebbe often has cheaper fares from the UK and Middle East; Kigali is better connected from Europe via Brussels. East Africa Bridge Tours can advise on the optimal routing.
- How long is the drive from Entebbe to Queen Elizabeth National Park?
- Approximately 6 hours on tarmac and dirt road via Mbarara. East Africa Bridge Tours includes all transfers in your quoted package price.
- Can I combine Uganda and Rwanda in one trip starting from Entebbe?
- Yes — a classic 10-day circuit starts in Entebbe, visits QE Park and Kibale, treks gorillas in Bwindi, then exits to Kigali across the Cyanika border.
- What is the gorilla permit cost from Entebbe?
- Uganda gorilla permits are USD 800 per person through East Africa Bridge Tours. Rwanda permits are USD 1,500. Booking through an operator like East Africa Bridge Tours includes logistics and permit acquisition.
- Do I need a yellow fever certificate to enter Uganda?
- Yes — yellow fever vaccination is mandatory for Uganda. Bring your International Certificate of Vaccination (yellow card). East Africa Bridge Tours will send a full health checklist before departure.
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