Southern Uganda
Southern Uganda: This region of Uganda, which is shared with Kenya and Tanzania, contains a sizable piece of Lake Victoria. In the southern part of Uganda, there are more than twenty districts that have expanded over time to thirty districts, and the least number of tribes—roughly ten—are found there.
The Kasubi Royal Tombs, Kabaka’s Palace, Kabwoya Wildlife Reserve, Ngamba Chimpanzee Sanctuary, and Ssezibwa Falls are the top five tourist destinations in this region of Uganda. I’ll dive straight into each attraction without further ado.
Royal Tombs in Kasubi. The Kabakas (the Buganda kingdom’s monarchs) and other members of the royal family are buried in these tombs in Kasubi, Kampala. They are still a significant location for the Ganda people’s political and religious needs and serve as an example of traditional construction. The kings do their spiritual activities here, which makes it special for historical, traditional, and spiritual aspects. Any time of year is the ideal time to visit this location. Southern Uganda is open to the public.
The Palace of Kabaka. The Kabaka, the monarch of Baganda, resides in this palace, which is also referred to as the Twekobe, which means working together. It is one of the most well-known locations in Buganda history. Kabaka Daniel Mwanga, the Buganda ruler at the time, constructed this structure in 1885. It is special because it is encircled by breathtaking features, such as the Lubiri, the Kabaka’s royal compound, which is situated in the Kampala neighborhood of Mengo. The largest artificial lake in Uganda, Kabaka’s Lake, encircles the palace as well. The Bulange, the final feature that borders Kabaka’s Palace, is home to the Buganda Kingdom’s lukiiko and the Kabaka’s office. Stated otherwise, this is the kingdom’s parliament. All year round is the ideal time to visit the palace and all of these attractions, but April is the perfect time to go because the Kingdom is getting ready for the king’s birthday.
Kabwoya Wildlife Reserve offers a range of tourist activities, including nature walks, biking, and day and night wildlife drives, it’s the ideal place to go if you’re seeking for a short getaway from the bustle of Kampala. It is special because it has some of Uganda’s most breathtaking scenery, but not many people visit. There are more than 460 bird species there, so you’ll need to wear binoculars! June through August is the ideal time to witness this stunning sight, which is situated within the Albertine Rift Valley.
Chimpanzee Sanctuary in Ngamba. Situated on Ngamaba Island, which is encircled by Lake Victoria to the south of Entebbe, this attraction is special since it houses 52 chimpanzees that have been rescued and orphaned. Get on a boat. Take a cruise and get up close and personal with these amiable and highly trained chimpanzees. The best time to visit this location is from December to February and June in ERN Uganda.
Ssezibwa Falls, southern Uganda. On the route to Jinja, it is situated in the Mukono district, 35 kilometers east of Kampala. This location has a fascinating history since, according to local belief, it was produced by a woman named Nakungu Tebatuusa, whose husband was Nsubuga Sebwaato, while she was traveling to Kavuma Bukunja. She gave birth to twins named after the water, which is said to have been the falls. Every weekend you have the opportunity to travel is the ideal time to visit this location.
