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UWEC and Reptile Excursion
Participate in a great initiative to rescue regional wildlife and re-introduce them to the wild. At the Uganda Wildlife Education Centre, on a general entry you can see all the animals and get loads of information from the knowledgeable guide. For that special experience we would recommend the “behind the scenes” deal, where you get to see them up close and personal.
Well worth a stop, even if you plan to look for these animals in the wild.
Itinerary
8:00 am You will be picked up by our friendly tour guide and driver for the day
Uganda Wildlife Education Centre (4 hours)
The Entebbe Wildlife Education Centre was established in 1952. At the Uganda Wildlife Education Centre, on a general entry you can see all the animals and get loads of information from the knowledgeable guide. For that special experience UWEC offers the “behind the scenes” deal, where you get to see them up close and personal.
Highlights
- Uganda Wildlife Education Centre
- Entebbe Botanical garden
- Entebbe Reptile Village
- Entebbe Craft Village
Tour Details
- Tour guide
- All Transportation
- Soft drinks provided
- No meals included
Entebbe's Botanical Garden
Entebbe’s Botanical Garden was first laid out in 1898, and is divided into different zones. There are, approximately 115 bird species to be found here, as well as black and white colobus monkeys and tree squirrels. Enjoy a relaxing wander through the gardens and enjoy its splendid flowers that will surely catch your eye.
Entebbe Reptile Village
The Reptile Village was established in 2002 by Yasin Kazibwe, a reptile expert who has rescued over 40 different species of reptiles. Your guide at the village will equip you with all there is to know about these beautiful creatures. There are a variety of snakes, chameleons, tortoises, turtles, monitor lizards and crocodiles – with the option to hold the chameleons, tortoises and turtles
Entebbe Craft Village 40 mins
Entebbe Craft Village was established in 2002. While at the village, you will find an array of souvenirs such as wood carvings, jewellery, clothing and bags made from colourful African fabrics, decorative tableware, place mats, sandals, oil and acrylic paintings, with friendly shop owners who will invite inside to have a look around.
After the excursion you will be taken back to your accommodation