The 6 Cruises & Boat Tours in Uganda That Earn Their Price

1.2 Days Safari To Queen Elizabeth National Park with Cruise

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

Review of a private 2-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

Review of Entebbe’s Lake Victoria boat ride to Lwaji Island, with equator photos, sunset views, birds, wildlife, pricing, and practical tips.

“The boat tour out to the Equator island outcropping was fun and exciting. My Guide, Jude, took care of getting me to the boarding site and shared interesting stories about Entebbe and Uganda. The boat Captain also pointed out things of interest along the way. All-in-all, it was a delightful outing.”

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3.3 days Murchison Falls, Boat cruise and wildlife game viewing

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

Review this 3-day private Uganda safari from Kampala to Murchison Falls, with game drives, Nile cruise, rhino tracking, meals, and lodging.

“Three amazing game drives. We saw all of the big 5, including rhinos at the rhino sanctuary. Our driver Ashraf was good at explaining the birds and animals we were seeing. Also did boat cruise to the base of Murchison Falls. Stayed at Pakuba Safari Lodge. Close to the beginning of the game drives.”

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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 day safari with game drive, boat cruise, Equator stop, meals, guide tips, price advice, and honest drawbacks.

“Andrew the guide was an expert.We saw all the animals pertaining to this park (except nocturnal one) Thrilling experience with nature. Highly recommend this Tour!”

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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 Stork on a small-group boat tour from Entebbe, crossing Lake Victoria to Mabamba Swamp.

“The tour was really pleasant, with the guidance of Paul and Lilian who took every care to make the trip in the swamp memorable for me. I really had a good time, worth every penny!”

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6.Full-Day Lake Mburo National Park Safari with Boat trip (2 day option available)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $400

Review Lake Mburo’s wildlife, boat trip, meals, private guide, cost, and 2-day option from Kampala before you book.

“This was, all around, an incredible day. Excellent communication with Arthur (and helpfulness) setting up the tour and I had an amazing day with Stephen. I opted for a walking safari, rather than the lake cruise, once we got to the park. I was really happy with this option. We Read more”

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