Explore Entebbe
Your guide to the best experiences in Uganda's lakeside town
Enjoy Your Time In Entebbe
Gorilla Neighbour is nestled in a quiet neighbourhood in Entebbe, just a short walk from Lake Victoria. Entebbe itself is a bustling town on the shores of Lake Victoria, only 10km from the capital Kampala. A stay at Gorilla Neighbour Guest House places you perfectly between Entebbe International Airport and transit to every corner of Uganda.
Entebbe is full of scenic walks, street markets and an incredible variety of places to visit – all within easy walking distance of Gorilla Neighbour Guest House. Whether you want a quiet meal by the lake or something a bit more upbeat, you're sure to find it here.
What To Do In Entebbe
There's plenty of adventure waiting for you right here!
Go horseback riding
Visit the Entebbe Botanic Gardens
Pick up handmade souvenirs at the craft markets
Go mountain biking
Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary
Uganda Wildlife Conservation Education Centre
Kayak, canoe, fish and swim at Lake Victoria
Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary
Cherish a visit to Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary, home of orphaned chimps. Just a boat ride from Entebbe and minutes from Gorilla Neighbour!
Where To Eat In Entebbe
After a long flight or a full day of business, it's time to eat. Here are some of our favourite local spots for restaurants and cafés in Entebbe.
Remember, our staff is always happy to prepare a meal for you, too, from fresh, local ingredients.
Faze 3
This Entebbe mainstay features excellent food, vegetarian options, and a stunning view of Lake Victoria from its deck.
Caramel
For a restaurant with an ample menu, including sandwiches, burgers, pizza, and Ugandan delicacies, this is a terrific option.
Café Javas
On top of a filling menu and great service, Cafe Javas has a wide selection of fruits, teas, smoothies, and more.
2friends Beach Restaurant
Whether you're in the mood for grilled fish, pizza, burgers, or other typical plates, you're sure to enjoy it at this beachfront view.
Best Bars In Entebbe
Looking to make a toast ahead of your amazing Uganda tour? Raising a glass to a new business deal? Here are a few of our favourite Ugandan watering holes.
Riders Lounge
Enjoy Uganda's excellent local beer while taking in local and international sports at this welcoming sports bar.
4 Points Bar and Restaurant
In addition to a great Ugandan menu, this is the perfect place to unwind and relax after a long day.
Red Rooster
One of our favorite local spots with the occasional live band, this is a fun taste of Entebbe nightlife.
2friends Beach Restaurant
One of the best places to enjoy a beer in Uganda? On the shores of Lake Victoria.
Experience Uganda
We hope your stay at Gorilla Neighbour is one of many you make to Uganda. While you're here, we encourage you to enjoy the many natural and cultural activities that make Uganda so special.
Track a mountain gorilla family in Bwindi
Visit endangered rhinos in the Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
Go canoeing among the 29 islets on Lake Bunyonyi
See lions, buffaloes, warthogs, hippos, crocodiles and elephants at Queen Elizabeth National Park
Spot hippos on a boat safari on Kazinga Channel
See the sites in Kampala, including the Kasubi Tombs
Hike Sipi Falls near Mt. Elgon and the Kenyan border
Go whitewater rafting in Jinja
See elephants, crocodiles, endangered giraffes, and over 460 species of birds at Murchison Falls
Zipline through Mabira Forest
Ride a bike through Lake Mburo National Park
Track chimpanzees in Kibale Forest
Straddle the Uganda equator
Make it to the peaks of the Rwenzori Mountains
Meet a Batwa community
Relax at the Sempaya Hot Springs