The 4 Best Equator Crossing Tours in Uganda

1.Equatar Line Tour & Victoria Lake Sunset Boat Ride

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

From Entebbe, take a boat from Nakiwogo to Lwaji Island, one of Uganda’s equator points. Your English-speaking guide, possibly Amos or Jude, explains the lake and local sights while you look for pelicans, kingfishers, monitor lizards, and otters. The boat ride lasts about two hours, though the booking window can look much longer.

“The tour itself was listed as being from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., but the tour itself lasts about 3 hours, which is a bit confusing. This could have been described better. In fact, there was an option to visit Chimpanzee Island, but I couldn't book or find it. I wrote to the guide, Amos, the day before, and it was only then that I realized this misunderstanding. We headed off in the early morning, so you might see some fishers returning from work, while the sea tiself is not so packed as it might be in the afternoon hours. He made a few comments at the beginning, but was…”

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

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

Spend a long day from Kampala or Entebbe visiting Lake Mburo National Park. You get breakfast at Kayabwe, a three-hour game drive, an optional guided walk, lunch, and a two-hour cruise among hippos and birds. Guide Andrew has earned strong praise for his wildlife knowledge and rapport with children. The group is capped at seven.

“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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3.Discover the Magic of Uganda’s Equator on a 1-Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · from $136Top rated

Ride from Kampala to Kayabwe on a half-day visit to Uganda’s equator. Your English-speaking driver-guide handles the route, lunch, water, and timing. At the equator line, you can take photos, watch water-flow experiments, learn about Uganda, and buy a stamped certificate. Guides named in guest feedback include Dan, Robert, Richard, and Daniel.

“Visiting the Uganda equator was a blast! Thanks to Dark Hills Uganda for organizing this and to our awesome driver Dan for making it even better!”

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4.Equator Tour (Airpals Safaris tour)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · from $100Best value

Travel by private car from Kampala to Kayabwe’s equator line with a guide, take photos at the landmark, watch hemisphere demonstrations, browse craft stalls, and walk through nearby villages, farms, and crops. The outing lasts about 4 to 5 hours, starts at 10:00 am, and returns to Kampala.

“Definitely recommend this tour it's a must to know the city as you will visit places that you would not normally go into by yourself :)”

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