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About Entebbe UWEC Uganda Wildlife Education Centre

Discover Uganda's incredible wildlife at the Uganda Wildlife Education Centre (UWEC) along the shores of Lake Victoria. More than a zoo, UWEC is a conservation and rescue centre caring for injured, orphaned, and rescued native animals. See lions, giraffes, chimpanzees, rhinos, crocodiles, and exotic birds in natural-style habitats. Your women guide shares powerful rescue stories and Uganda's conservation journey.

The Uganda Wildlife Education Centre is one of Uganda€™s most popular wildlife attractions, located along the shores of Lake Victoria in Entebbe. It is often referred to as the €œEntebbe Zoo,€ but it is more than a zooit is a conservation and rescue center for Uganda€™s native wildlife. Visitors can see a variety of animals including lions, giraffes, chimpanzees, rhinos, crocodiles, and many bird species, all in natural-style habitats. Many of these animals have been rescued and are being rehabilitated or cared for in a safe environment.

  • Duration Full Day (6-8 hours)
  • Refreshments Bottled water (lunch own expense)
  • Tour Style Wildlife & Conservation Tour
  • Group Size Max 10
  • Language English (Women Guides)
  • Instant Confirmation Yes
  • Age Range All ages (family-friendly)
  • Availability Year-round (daily)
  • Category Wildlife & Nature / Conservation

Explore Locations

African Lion Exhibit
(Big Cats)
Chimpanzee Sanctuary
(Primates)
Savannah Enclosure
(Giraffes & Rhinos)
Lake Victoria Shoreline
(Scenic Views)
Bird Village
(Birds & Marabustoks)

Highlights of the Tour

  • African lions in natural habitat enclosures.
  • Rescued chimpanzees hear their rehabilitation stories.
  • Endangered Rothschild's giraffes & white rhinos.
  • Nile crocodiles & reptile exhibits.
  • Shoebill stork and over 100 bird species.
  • Scenic Lake Victoria shores & conservation education.

Tour Itinerary

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  • Kampala to Entebbe ( Departure: 7:30 am - 8:30 am )
    Early morning pickup from your Kampala accommodation. Drive approximately 1 hour to Entebbe along the scenic Lake Victoria shoreline.
    • Transport:
      Private vehicle (return transfer included)
    • Activities:
      Scenic drive to Entebbe, introduction to UWEC.
    • Meals:
      Bottled water (lunch at UWEC café own expense)
    • Accomodation:
      Not included (day tour)
      No accommodation included
    Begin your wildlife journey with African lions in natural habitat enclosures, then visit rescued chimpanzees to hear their powerful rehabilitation stories.
    • Transport:
      Walking tour within UWEC
    • Activities:
      Lion viewing, chimpanzee rehabilitation stories.
    • Meals:
      Bottled water
    • Accomodation:
      Not included (day tour)
      No accommodation included
    Explore the savannah area featuring Rothschild's giraffes and white rhinos, then visit the reptile village for Nile crocodiles and native snake species.
    • Transport:
      Walking tour within UWEC
    • Activities:
      Giraffe & rhino viewing, reptile exhibit.
    • Meals:
      Bottled water
    • Accomodation:
      Not included (day tour)
      No accommodation included
    Lunch break at the UWEC café overlooking Lake Victoria (own expense), followed by a conservation talk with behind-the-scenes insights.
    • Transport:
      Rest at café (walking within UWEC)
    • Activities:
      Lunch break, conservation education.
    • Meals:
      Lunch at UWEC café (own expense)
    • Accomodation:
      Not included (day tour)
      No accommodation included
    Return transfer to your Kampala hotel. Tour concludes at approximately 4:30 PM.
    • Transport:
      Private vehicle (return transfer included)
    • Activities:
      Hotel drop-off.
    • Meals:
      Tour ends before dinner
    • Accomodation:
      Not included (day tour)
      No accommodation included

Package Destination Map

Package Features List

Include Features
  • Women-led local guide (English-speaking)
  • Lunch
  • UWEC entry fees
  • Transportation from Kampala (return)
  • Bottled water
Exclude Features
  • Personal purchases at gift shop
  • Gratuities (optional)
  • Travel insurance (recommended)

Additional Info

  • Free Cancellation Cancel up to 48 hours before the tour for a full refund.
  • What to Bring Camera, comfortable walking shoes, sun protection, hat, and extra cash for lunch or souvenirs.

Frequently Asked & Question

You'll see African lions, chimpanzees, Rothschild's giraffes, white rhinos, Nile crocodiles, zebras, antelopes, and over 100 bird species including the shoebill stork.
Yes, UWEC has mostly paved walkways and is wheelchair accessible. Please notify us in advance so we can make necessary arrangements.
This is a day tour from Kampala, so no accommodation is included. We return to Kampala in the late afternoon. We can recommend hotels in Kampala or Entebbe on request.
Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the tour for a full refund. Late cancellations or no-shows are non-refundable.
Yes Lunch is included

Customer Review & Rating

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4.8 based on 214 reviews

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  • Sarah M.,
    12 April, 2026

    Amazing day at UWEC! Our guide was so knowledgeable about the rescued chimpanzees. The giraffes and lions were incredible. Highly recommend for families!

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    • James K.,
      28 March, 2026

      Great day trip from Kampala. The shoebill stork was a highlight! Very educational for kids. The drive was comfortable and our guide was fantastic.

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