5 Cruises & Boat Tours in Uganda Worth Booking

1.2 Days Safari To Queen Elizabeth National Park with Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 54 reviews · from $1,350Our pick

Review of a private two-day Queen Elizabeth safari from Kampala, with a Kazinga Channel cruise, game drive, meals, lodging, and practical tips.

“My husband and I recently returned from a 2 day safari trip to Queen Elizabeth National Park. We were so happy that Inspire had a 2 day option as we were short on time but wanted to experience a safari and are we glad we did. The tour itself was very organized from pick uRead more”

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2.Equatar Line Tour & Victoria Lake Sunset Boat Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 16 reviews · 1 day · from $130

Sail from Entebbe to Lwaji Island for Uganda’s Lake Victoria equator point, sunset views, birds, wildlife, and practical travel tips.

“It was a good tour. Company was very accommodating by picking me up at the airport early in the morning and dropping me off at the hotel. I do agree with previous reviews that the price is a bit high for a two hour boat trip on the lake but that is a decision you need to make as a tourist, if you want to spend the money.”

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3.3 days Murchison Falls, Boat cruise and wildlife game viewing

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews · from $1,159

Review of a private 3-day Murchison Falls safari from Kampala, with rhino tracking, game drives, Nile cruise, meals, and lodge stay.

“This is a short but comprehensive tour. Frank was a great guide. He suggested a private boat tour and we requested a night game drive which he happily arranged. Both were additional but reasonably priced and well worth the extra cost. ThRead more”

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4.Lake Mburo National Park with Equator, Game Drive & Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★3.7 · 12 reviews · 1 day · from $350

Review of Uganda’s Lake Mburo safari with game drive, boat cruise, Equator stop, meals, guide details, price, and practical booking advice.

“I wouldn't recommend them to anyone. My pick up never showed up. I received no communication at all from the tour company. I tried contacting them multiple times but to no avail.”

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5.Mabamba Swamp Shoebill Tracking Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 8 reviews · 3 hours · from $115Best value

Track Uganda’s rare Shoebill on a small-group boat tour from Entebbe, with Lake Victoria views, expert guides, and 200 bird species.

“Guides were very friendly and knowledgeable, the swamp is beautiful with a huge variety of beautiful birds and the shoebill is truly a sight to behold. Worth every penny”

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