Mbarara District: Location, Attractions and Getting There
A quick guide to Mbarara District and what is worth a stop nearby.
Mbarara is the largest town in south-western Uganda and the main stop on the road between Kampala and Bwindi or Queen Elizabeth.
Most travellers pass through on the way between parks. See the Uganda districts and towns guide, driving distances between parks and Uganda safari packages.
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At a glance
- Region: south-western Uganda
- Best for: Stopovers and local culture
- Plan: A few hours to a night
- Part of: Uganda districts guide
What to See Nearby
- Lake Mburo National Park: zebras, impalas and boat trips
- Ankole cattle culture: long-horned cattle and local heritage
- Queen Elizabeth National Park: savannah and lions
Getting There
Mbarara is about a half-day drive from Kampala on the highway through Masaka. See hotels in Mbarara for overnight stops.
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