From Kampala: Ewaffe Cultural Village Day Trip with Lunch

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ID: GYG928179-1450451
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Country: Uganda

Duration: 07:00 hours


Description

Embark on a captivating journey through the rich traditions and norms of the Buganda tribe on a day trip to Ewaffe Cultural Village. Enjoy a traditional dance performance and a Luwombo lunch.
Embark on a captivating journey through the rich traditions and norms of the Buganda tribe, one of Uganda's most captivating tribes. From farm tours and fruit feasts to cooking courses, fishing expeditions, mesmerizing storytelling sessions, and an incredibly well-prepared Luwombo lunch, enjoy an unforgettable experience that will transport you to the heart of Uganda's cultural essence.

Located just an hour's drive from Kampala, the village serves as a gateway to a world where food tourism and cultural immersion unite. Discover the magic of Uganda in just one day at Ewaffe Cultural Village, conveniently situated along Kayunga road in Naggalama Mukono District.

On arrival, get welcomed by melodious alarms and a participatory cultural dance followed by drums and traditional songs lighting up your mood for the day. Get briefed about the activities to expect while on your visit which is followed by eating coffee beans and banana juice locally known as Omubisi as a sign of welcoming you into the home. This practice is locally known as katas.

The very first activity is the medicinal trail where you get to learn about the local species of plants and how they are locally used as herbs or spices in the Baganda culture. Traditionally in the Buganda culture, women were responsible for fetching water from the well in well-designed clay pots.

While at Ewaffe Cultural Village, women are offered pots to go to the well and take part in how the activity was performed traditionally as your second activity.

Highlights

  • Immerse yourself in the rich traditions and norms of the Buganda tribe
  • Learn about the local species of plants and how they are used as herbs
  • Participate in a traditional drumming and dancing performance
  • Enjoy a delicious Luwombo lunch prepared by the local chef
  • Take part in a cooking class and learn how to prepare local dishes

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Located just an hour's drive from Kampala, making it easily accessible
Ideal for those interested in food tourism and cultural immersion
INCLUDED
  • Welcome with melodious alarms and a participatory cultural dance
  • Briefing and welcome drink (coffee beans and banana juice)
  • Medicinal trail to learn about local plants and their uses
  • Traditional water-fetching activity with clay pots
  • Luwombo lunch
NOT INCLUDED
  • Tips

When should I book?

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.


Cancellations

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.