A tour to Kitagata hot springs

A tour to Kitagata hot springs is among the most charming experiences in Uganda’s western region. The Kitagata hot springs are situated in Sheema district and just a couple of kilometers northeast of Kitagata town. A tour to Kitagata hot springs is obviously memorable since this is one of the best therapy destinations in Uganda. Come and see for yourself a natural wonder that was formed centuries ago by volcanic activity.

An insightful and inspirational tour to the Kitagata hot springs will cost you around USD 8. This is very important in the conservation of this natural wonder. To avoid inconveniences, you can make the payment through a registered tour operator like Standard Safaris. We guarantee swift payments and also offer tailor-made tour packages that suit your interests. The tour packages also include accommodation, meals, transport, a guide and other tour activities.

The other activities to engage in before or after your tour to Kitagata hot springs includes gorilla trek in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, experiential lion tracking and game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park, boat cruises in Lake Mburo National Park and Queen Elizabeth National Park and chimpanzee trekking tour in Kyambura Gorge etc. You can also enjoy the Batwa trail, birdwatching, gorilla habituation experience and nature walks etc.

Facts about the Kitagata hot springs?

Kitagata in the local language, Runyankore, means ‘warm’ and there are 2 parts of the hot springs adjacent to each other. These are Mulago and Ekyomugabe. The former is named after Uganda’s largest hospital in Kampala. Ekyomugabe literary means ‘belongs to the King (Mugabe),’ and it was considered as a private retreat for the king of Ankole. The Mulago part is less warm than the Ekyomugabe.

A Kitagata hot springs tour can be done while on a visit to national parks, Queen Elizabeth, Lake Mburo, Bwindi Impenetrable, and Semuliki. Numerous people each day come to the Kitagata hot springs to be healed of various ailments. You will see them either submerged in the warm water of Mulago or just seated on the rocks enjoying the natural spa. You can either join them and have a firsthand experience or watch and take amazing photos from the shore.

The hot water of the Ekyomugabe part could boil an egg or ‘bushera,’ a local delicious beverage for you to consume. Besides the Kitagata hot springs, this guided tour offers wonderful views of the swamp, inselbergs, local communities, etc. You have this irresistible chance of taking photos, learning the local language, cultures, and listening to local folktales, etc. The Kitagata hot springs are also flooded by a river known as Ngaromwenda. This is a natural wonder to explore.

Best time to go for a tour to Kitagata hot springs?

Exploring Kitagata hot springs is possible all year around since the site never runs dry. The weather in Sheema district is also cool throughout the year with insignificant variability. But, Sheema district experiences a tropical type of climate, like most parts of Uganda. This is characterized by a dry and wet season each year. Since the dry season offers warmer and drier atmospheres in Sheema district, you might want to go for a tour to Kitagata hot springs during this time.

The main dry season in Sheema runs from June to August. December to February is also a dry season with much higher chances of light rains falling. The advantage of having a tour to Kitagata hot springs during the dry season is to get an uninterrupted experience. The sky is clear and chances of rainfall are minimal. The access roads during the dry season are relatively drier. This makes reaching the Kitagata hot springs much easier since the road is murram.

How to reach there?

Travelling to Kitagata hot springs in Sheema district is only done by road transport. We at Standard Safaris highly recommend that you travel using private means to avoid the inconveniences of using public means. A 4X4 safari land cruiser is suitable for this long trip. With about 360 kilometers to cover from Kampala to Kitagata hot springs, your scenic journey will take 6-7 hours. You will use the road from Kampala through Masaka, Mbarara, and Kabwohe.

A 4-wheel drive safari land cruiser is not the only available option for the road trip to Kitagata hot springs. As a registered tour operator who also offers cars for hire, you will have a variety of unlimited options to choose from. Standard Safaris also has well-maintained drones, saloon cars, minivans, and buses, etc, for selection. In addition to the vehicles, Standard Safaris has magnificently experienced driver guides.

Our driver guide will ensure that they offer all the necessary information to you regarding the tour. They will also ensure that they pick you up and drop you off at your point of convenience. They also make sure that your trip is full of fun by engaging you in meaningful conversations about the natural wonders found in Uganda.

Sándor Jakubinyi

14:31 22 Feb 24

2019 megigazulás

12:45 21 Feb 24

We went on a two-week trip with my family, organised by Coleb from Standard Safaris.

I had my concerns about organised trips, but this one didn’t justify any of those. Everything went very smoothly, even when some problems arose with one of the cars it got fixed by next morning, the accomodations were clean and comfortable, the programs were exciting and well-balanced - everything was done to a truly high standard.

If you plan to visit Uganda and are looking for a guide, I warmly recommend Coleb and his team. In case you have a choice of drivers, go for Godwin, his presence made this trip even more enjoyable - cheerful, helpful, good sense of humour, generally a great person. Just look for the guy with a big smile and big heart:)

Bert Simoens

09:38 08 Jan 24

We recently embarked on a safari adventure with Standard Safaris in Uganda, which was truly exceptional. Our guide, Yonah, was outstanding - his kindness, knowledge, and discretion significantly enhanced our experience. He was the heart of our trip.

The local company's planning was offering a tailor-made journey that matched our interests. We saw an array of wildlife in Murchison, enjoyed rafting at Jinja, and experienced mountain biking at Sipi. A visit to Kidepo National Park was a highlight and comes highly recommended.

The vehicle provided was comfortable and reliable. We highly recommend Standard Safaris for anyone seeking an unforgettable safari in Uganda. Their professionalism and the exceptional guidance of staff like Yonah make them an great choice.

Michał Kostrzewa

00:41 15 Nov 23

We are all extremely grateful Standard Safaris for an incredible East Africa experience. I recently booked a custom trip for group of 8 people, including an 8-year-old boy, from Kampala through Queen Elizabeth National Park and on to Rwanda and Burundi. Coleb delivered on everything that was discussed and agreed upon beforehand.

The car provided was in great condition and our driver Meddy went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable, informed, and had the best possible time. He was friendly, knowledgeable, and professional. All local services were inlcuded in (reasonable) price that we agreed, so there was no need to worry about payments during the 6 day trip. Also Standard Safaris agreed took care about safety and security by helping us organize armed ranger while in the park.

The whole trip was hassle-free and smooth. We saw amazing wildlife in Queen Elizabeth NP, took in the sights of Rwanda and Burundi, and made lifelong memories.

I would happily book with Standard Safaris again in a heartbeat and recommend them wholeheartedly to anyone looking for the best East Africa trip. They provide top-notch service while ensuring you have an incredible, customized experience. If you want a hassle-free, flawlessly organized African adventure, Standard Safaris is the tour operator to book with.

Ivan Nammanda

18:31 27 Oct 23

Very organized travel operator who chose awesome guide to make our trip wonderful.

We booked a nine days trip with Standard Safaris and all was perfect from start to finish. Coleb was very prompt at replying and easy to liaise with ahead of the trip. We had done a lot of research and had an itinerary in mind and Coleb helped us to put everything together to make this happen for a very reasonable price.  On the trip we had a private vehicle for the whole tour which was exactly what we wanted. Bryan was our driver and an amazing guide - really friendly and knowledgable, working hard to find the things that we wanted to see and quickly understanding what was of interest to us/how much information to give.

Would highly recommend a trip to Uganda with Standard Safaris. We are definitely coming back soon!

MUGAIGA KENNETH

18:01 27 Oct 23

The company has very courteous tour guides with wide knowledge of fauna and frola in the whole of East Africa.
The choice of safari Lodges is good with first class treatment.
Game drive security is assured.
Almost The whole of September I was traversing through DRC, Uganda,and Rwanda on a gorilla tour and wildlife expedition.
Everything was arranged and booked perfectly by Standard Safaris.
The owner, Coleb was always helpful whenever we needed to ask questions about this gorilla safari in Uganda and beyond.
It was a complex expedition but Standard safaris and Coleb made it look amazingly easy.
I’ll recommend Standard safaris 200%, for all gorilla safaris in Uganda, Rwanda and wildlife tours in east africa.

travel uganda

16:35 27 Oct 23

This is so far the best gorilla trekking company in Uganda, and africa, by far. I had a wonderful time with Standard Safaris as a solo traveler.
My guide was excellent and our safari planner, Coleb was quick with responses and the prices were very friendly.
I’ll definitely book with Standard safaris on my next gorilla tour in Rwanda and Uganda.

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