Kampala to Jinja to Kamuli: Kagulu Hill Hike Coronation Site

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Free cancellation available
5h 30m+
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Selective hotel pickup

Overview

Feel the thrill of climbing Kagulu Hill, a hidden gem in Uganda
Learn about the local culture and history of the hill from your guide
Choose between a natural hike or use the steps to ease your climb
Discover the hill's significance as a passage for new kings of Busoga
Enjoy stunning views of the surrounding landscape and Lake Kyoga

Activity location

- Kampala
- Kampala, Central Region, Uganda

Meeting/Redemption Point

- Kampala
- Kampala, Central Region, Uganda

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Kamuli: Kagulu Hill Hike and Lake Views

5h 30m
English

You meet us in Kamuli, and we take you for the experience please. Thank you!

Travellers

Language options: English

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Price details

€93.60 x 1 Adult€93.60

Total

Until Fri, 24 Jul

Jinja to Kamuli: Public Transport to Kagulu Hill Hike

7h
English

We use public transport, to take you from Jinja to Kamuli hike experience, and back. Cheaper transport option from Jinja to site. But, need to remain patient with time.

Travellers

Language options: English

Starting time

Price details

€175.51 x 1 Adult€175.51

Total

Until Fri, 24 Jul

Kampala to Kamuli: Public Transport to Kagulu Hill Hike

9h
English

We use public transport, to take you from Kampala to Kamuli hike experience, and back. Cheaper transport option from Jinja to site. But, need to remain patient with time.

Travellers

Language options: English

Starting time

Price details

€198.91 x 1 Adult€198.91

Total

Until Fri, 24 Jul

Jinja to Kamuli: Private Car Kagulu Hill Hike Lake Views

6h 30m
English

You are picked from Jinja by a private vehicle to take you to the Kamuli site hike and return you. Quick transport. You will have meal and drink.

Travellers

Language options: English

Starting time

Price details

€292.51 x 1 Adult€292.51

Total

Until Fri, 24 Jul

Kampala to Kamuli: Private Car Kagulu Hill Hike Lake Views

8h
English

You are picked by a private vehicle from your Kampala location to take you to the Kamuli site hike and return you back. You will have meal and drink.

Travellers

Language options: English

Starting time

Price details

€321.76 x 1 Adult€321.76

Total

Until Fri, 24 Jul

What's included, what's not

Hiking Kagulu Hill and entrance
Lake views
Cultural and historical insights
Guided history
Street food snack
Meal and drink for private bookings
Transport to place (unless you booked the public or private car transport options. Please check list of options. Are you are coming from Kampala, or Jinja or Kamuli- we have all options)
Tips (optional)

Know before you book

- Not suitable for: People with back problems, People with mobility impairments
- In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
- This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

What you can expect

Hike Kagulu Hill, a hidden gem in Uganda’s Eastern region. Known as a passage for the new kings of Busoga Kingdom, this hill stands as a symbol of history and culture.

Choose to use the steps to ease your climb or take the natural hike around the hill. As you ascend, learn about the hill’s rich history, including the newest coronation of the Kyabazinga/Isebantu (king) and his bride, the Inebantu (queen).

Discover the hill’s reputation for healing, with locals testifying to its benefits for bone pains, particularly backaches. Hear about the annual 60-second challenge initiated by the Kyabazinga, which brings the community together every year.

Learn about the hill’s significance as a worship centre among the Catholic community and its association with Iddi Amin.