Uganda Wildlife Education Center – Things to do and see at Entebbe Zoo.
Uganda wildlife education center formerly known as the UWEC zoo was founded in 1952 by colonial government in Uganda as a reception for wild animals that were found as causalities
It’s beyond seeing and learning about animals. Participate in; corporate events, behind-the-scenes experiences, dine at our restaurant, have your children enjoy the play facilities and much more throughout the year!
Main activities at the Wildlife Education Center
- Day visits to Entebbe Zoo
Whether you have days or just hours in Entebbe and you are wondering how to spend your precious time? Visit the Wildlife Education Center-(Entebbe Zoo).
At The Education Center you can either hear a lion’s roar, see chimps in a semi natural environment, enjoy a one kilometer forest walk or just some memorable encounters with the animal ambassadors. During your visit you will develop an important understanding of their role in protecting and conserving our planet’s natural resources.
- The Chimpanzee Close Up Experience:
Have you ever imagined meeting your closest cousin without a barrier in between? Subject to provision of valid health proof, participate in the chimpanzee integration experience. In company of a keeper, you will take the individuals on a walk at island moat.
- Long stay volunteer program
As a Long Stay Volunteer, you and your friends, family enjoy being part of the dedicated team, in a shadow keeper role. You undertake a series of activities that range from food preparation, animal observation, cleaning of holding facilities, enclosure, being surrogate mother to the sick, injured animals or in distress or undertake interpretation talks etc.
- The exclusive VIP experience
This wildlife experience at UWEC is your personalized adventure!
Get up close and personal with our animal ambassadors, and have a once-in-a-lifetime experience…
Come along with your family and spend up to three hours with your own personal tour guide on an exclusive journey to Africa’s animals and their habitats.
We let your kids enjoy the bikes, donkeys and camel rides as well as a meal in our restaurant overlooking Lake Victoria, the largest fresh water lake in Africa, in a safe and clean environment.
This unique experience is tailored to your interests and needs.
Best Time to visit Entebbe Zoo
The Uganda wildlife education center is open all year round, but tourist are advised to avoid public holidays and weekend which can get extremely busy.
How to get to Entebbe Zoo
The Uganda wildlife education center can be easily accessed by private cars means or by foot from anywhere in Entebbe.
