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Kampala: Lake Victoria Island Cycling Tour

4.7 out of 5 stars
4.7
16 reviews
Only a 30-minute boat ride away from busy Kampala lies a magical place without the city traffic, fumes, and hassle. This area will be your setting for a wonderful cycle through lovely villages and beautiful nature.

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Duration 4 hours
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Crépin – UgandaMarch 18, 2025 – Verified booking 

My guide, Mickael, was very accommodating and we were able to communicate well despite my poor English. I highly recommend him.

Highlights
  • Ride through wonderful villages and beautiful nature
  • Enjoy a magical boat ride across Lake Victoria, the largest lake in Africa
  • Experience a delicious and traditional Ugandan snack whilst enjoying drinks on one of Lake Victoria's white beaches
  • Feel at ease cycling at your own pace with an experienced guide
  • Encounter friendly locals and discover the real Uganda
Full description
You will begin by gathering at the Ggaba Beach House Gardens at 8:00AM. From there a 30-minute boat ride will take you across Lake Victoria from where you will start riding. The ride will take about 2-3 hours depending on your skill and fitness level, and is approximately 20 kilometers long. Your guide knows the area very well, and can adjust the route according to your skill and fitness level.

The area provides some of Uganda’s best mountain bike trails which will lead you through lovely villages and beautiful nature. There are some nice climbs, and the track will contain a mix of wide gravel roads and single trails. During the trip you will stop at a typical Ugandan trading center for some local snacks, where you will be able to buy water and other things if required.

Towards the end of your trip you will settle down for drinks at one of Lake Victoria's beautiful white beaches. As you begin your return trip back you will have to pedal the final 2-kilometer-stretch, following which you will find your boat waiting to take you back to the tour starting point.
Includes
Bike and helmet rent
Boat ride
English-speaking guide
One soft drink and one traditional snack
VAT and other taxes
Hotel pickup and drop-off (can be arranged for an additional fee)
Gratuities
Additional cycling gear such as accessories or clothing
Water or other types of food not mentioned above
Not suitable for
  • People with mobility impairments
  • People with heart problems
  • People who can't ride a bike

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Meeting point
Please meet at the parking lot of the Beach House Gardens. Pickup from and drop-off from your hotel can be arranged for an additional fee paid on the day.
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Important information

What to bring

  • Sunscreen
  • Water
  • Comfortable clothes
  • Cash
  • Charged Smartphone
  • Closed-toe shoes

Not allowed

  • Sandals or flip flops
  • Headphones

Know before you go

  • This tour will take place rain or shine
  • This activity includes a boat ride across open water
  • You will need to have basic knowledge of how to ride a bicycle equipped with gears and handbrakes
  • This tour contains some physical activity
  • This tour is not suitable for people with limited mobility

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Customer reviews
4.7/5
4.6875 out of 5 stars

based on 16 reviews

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    4.9/5
  • Transportation
    4.8/5
  • Value for money
    3.6/5
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4 out of 5 stars
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Stefan – UgandaOctober 8, 2025 – Verified booking 
It's a great experience to ride a mountain bike through the villages in the green countryside and escape the hustle and bustle, exhaust fumes, and noise of Kampala on the remote peninsula. Guide James rode his bike from home, showing that cycling is a big deal for him.
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5 out of 5 stars
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GetYourGuide traveler – UgandaJuly 30, 2025 – Verified booking 
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GetYourGuide traveler – NorwayJune 4, 2025 – Verified booking 
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GetYourGuide traveler – NetherlandsMay 25, 2025 – Verified booking 
The activity is very enjoyable. However, please be aware that the terrain is challenging. Good physical condition is essential due to the hills and muddy terrain with stones.
5
5 out of 5 stars
C
Crépin – UgandaMarch 18, 2025 – Verified booking 
My guide, Mickael, was very accommodating and we were able to communicate well despite my poor English. I highly recommend him.
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5 out of 5 stars
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GetYourGuide traveler – UgandaFebruary 12, 2025 – Verified booking 
5
5 out of 5 stars
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Anh – AustraliaJuly 21, 2024 – Verified booking 
Very interesting tour, the guide was wonderful.
5
5 out of 5 stars
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Claudia – United StatesMay 2, 2024 – Verified booking 
It was excellent !!! I’m so glad I did this.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Sandra – South AfricaJanuary 21, 2024 – Verified booking 
5
5 out of 5 stars
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Thomas – UgandaJanuary 19, 2024 – Verified booking 
The bike trip with Shadrack was exhausting but worth every sour muscle. We had experience riding a bike but not with mountain-biking. Despite that he gave us a sufficient introduction and enough help if we encountered problems. He didn’t push us to any path or speed but adapted the trip to our skills and fitness. The peninsula where this trip takes you offers lush green forests and small villages with their lively market areas. Crossing the villages on bikes gave us another perspective that we didn’t get before. We advise you to book a tour and then communicate with them about specific questions or needs.

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

5
5 out of 5 stars
C
Crépin – Uganda

My guide, Mickael, was very accommodating and we were able to communicate well despite my poor English. I highly recommend him.

5
5 out of 5 stars
A
Anh – Australia

Very interesting tour, the guide was wonderful.

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