Uganda Cultural Safari from Germany

Uganda Cultural Safari from Germany

Embarking on a Uganda cultural safari from Germany is one of the interesting opportunities one should grab and enjoy everlasting memories. Uganda is located in East Africa and within the Great Lakes region. Uganda is made up of a variety of multiple cultural villages that tourists explore. Additionally, Uganda has many tribes and ethnic groups. All these cultural communities are scattered around the country. Each of these has various cultural norms and beliefs. Are you from Germany and you dream of an amazing cultural safari, Uganda should be added to your bucket list. Below are some of the cultural places in Uganda you must explore as a tourist from Germany.

Igongo Cultural Centre

Igongo Cultural Centre is located in western Uganda in Mbarara city, several kilometers from Kampala. The place showcases the Ankole culture that any tourist from Germany on a Uganda safari should not miss. Here, tourists see many historical artifacts used in the Ankole kingdom. More so, they prepare and taste local cuisines. Lastly, they hike to the Eclipse Monument and encounter the long-horned cattle.

Kasubi Tombs

These tombs are located in central Uganda in the heart of Kampala city. The area has several graves of ancient kings of Buganda Kingdom. Here, tourists on a cultural safari from Germany learn about the traditions of Baganda. They are taught how burial rituals among the Baganda are done.

Buganda Royal Palace

The Buganda Royal Palace is also found in Kampala City. It is one of the most visited cultural places in Uganda. If you are planning a Uganda cultural safari from Germany, it is high time you added it to your bucket list. Here, you will learn how the Buganda Kingdom is run and governed. Travelers from Germany also have an opportunity to visit the Amin Torture Chambers. Most people were killed and tortured in the chambers during the rule of the Idi Amini Dada. Additionally, a Buganda Kingdom tour allows tourists to engage in the Royal Mile walk. They walk you from the Buganda Parliament–Bulange to Mengo Palace.

Ewaffe Cultural Village

Ewaffe Cultural Village is found in central Uganda in Mukono district, a few kilometers from the Entebbe International Airport. This is a no-brainer destination for cultural enthusiasts from Germany.  Here, you taste local fruits, play traditional games like Mweso, prepare local cuisines, and many more.  

Entanda Cultural Village

Entanda Cultural Village is situated in Mityana district, about 3 hours from Kampala. In this village, travelers have the opportunity to engage with the elderly and learn more about the Buganda kingdom. More so, tourists engage in activities like cultural dances, Mweso, and local cuisine preparation, to mention but a few.

Empako Village

This cultural site is located in the Kabaroole district in western Uganda. It holds a world genus record for having the largest pot. In this village, travelers learn how pet names are given to the people. More so, they engage in several ceremonies to learn how petty names are offered.

Tooro Kingdom Palace

This fascinating palace is located in western Uganda in Fort Portal City on a hill called Karuzika. In this palace, travelers engage in several activities like cultural dances, storytelling, and many more.  

Guidelines for a successful Uganda Cultural Safari from Germany

Travelers on a Uganda cultural safari from Germany must adhere to the following guidelines if they are to have a successful tour in any of the above destinations;

• No discrimination in the community. Travelers must ensure free interaction with the local people as they explore these places
• Dress decently during community Some cultures in Uganda are strict with their norms. Wearing too short and clothes that expose body parts may be perceived wrongly by the locals.
• Ask permission from the locals before taking photos with them. It is a sign of respect and one way to earn their trust
• Do not use abusive language in the communities
• Always follow the guidelines put in the community to ensure successful cultural safaris

What to pack for a cultural safari in Uganda?

The right packing list is essential for a successful Uganda cultural safari from Germany. Below are some of the items you may need for a Uganda cultural tour;

• Water bottle to keep you
• Light clothing
• A camera to capture moments.
• Insect repellents
• Sunglasses
• Safari shoes
• Some cash to tip the locals or buy some of the locally made products

Essential travel documents

• Valid passport
• Tourist visa, which lasts for 90 days per single entry.
• Vaccination cards for yellow fever and Covid-19

Accommodation on a Uganda Cultural Safari

Most travelers, during their cultural safaris to Uganda, usually opt for homestays for a chance to fully immerse themselves in the cultural communities. Other accommodation facilities are also available.  They are midrange, budget, and luxury. You can book your accommodation while in Germany through a reputable tour operator in Uganda.

What else can I do on a Uganda Cultural Safari from Germany?

There are other activities that travelers can engage in during a Uganda cultural safari from Germany. Here are some of the suggestions;  

Gorilla trekking

This involves meeting the large and powerful primates that live in the forested areas of Uganda. Mountain gorillas live in Mgahinga Gorilla National Park and Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, all within southwestern Uganda. In Uganda, there are over 20 gorilla-habituated families available for trekking. A Uganda gorilla permit for Germans costs USD 800 Per person per trek. More so, a permit can only be reserved and booked through a local operator like Native Africa Tours.

Game drives

This is another activity that travelers from Germany can add to their bucket list. A chance to explore the savannah parks of Uganda. It involves encountering several wildlife in parks like Murchison Falls, Queen Elizabeth, Kidepo Valley, and Lake Mburo. Game drives in Uganda are done in the designated trails in a 4×4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof. Some of the animals you expect to see include lions, cheetahs, leopards, elephants, buffaloes, antelopes, and many others.