Planning to visit the Uganda Wildlife Education Centre (UWEC), commonly known as Entebbe Zoo? Here’s a detailed breakdown of the current entry fees, special activities, and accommodation rates for visitors in 2025.
🦓 1. Day Visit Entry Fees
Category
East African Visitors
Foreign Residents
Non-Residents
Adults
UGX 20,000
USD 10
USD 15
Children (3–14 years)
UGX 10,000
USD 5
USD 10
🏫 2. School & Institutional Group Rates
Category
Rate per Person (UGX)
Details
Booked School Groups (Primary & Secondary)
8,000
Applies any day with prior booking
Unbooked School Groups
10,000
Applies to unbooked student groups
Teachers Accompanying Students
10,000
Per teacher
Tertiary / Higher Institutions
8,000
Applies all week
🦍 3. Special Wildlife Experiences
Activity
Ugandan Citizens
Residents
Non-Residents
Behind the Scenes Experience
UGX 50,000
USD 50
USD 70
Keeper for a Day (Adult)
UGX 150,000
USD 100
USD 150
Keeper for a Day (Junior 6–16 yrs)
UGX 100,000
USD 50
USD 50
Chimpanzee Close-Up
—
USD 200
USD 290
VIP Exclusive Behind the Scenes (with meal & drink)
UGX 70,000
USD 70
USD 100
🏡 4. Accommodation (Banda & Cottage Rates)
Room Type
East Africans (UGX)
Non-East Africans (USD)
Single Banda
80,000
40
Double Banda
100,000
50
Family Banda
230,000
120
Breakfast (per person)
15,000
10
🌿 5. Volunteer & Long Stay Programs
Program Type
Duration
Fee (USD)
Volunteer Stay
1 Week
650
Volunteer Stay
1 Month
2,500
🚗 6. Additional Services
Service
Rate
Parking (Per Day)
UGX 2,000
Guided Tour (optional)
UGX 10,000 – UGX 20,000
Picnic Area Access
Free for visitors
💡 Visitor Tips
East African residents enjoy discounted rates—carry a valid ID for verification.
Payments can be made in Uganda Shillings or US Dollars.
Book in advance for school visits or special activities.
Behind-the-scenes and chimp experiences require early reservation.
Entry fees are subject to change—always confirm current rates before your visit.
🐘 Why Visit UWEC – Entebbe Zoo
The Uganda Wildlife Education Centre is more than a zoo; it’s a hub for conservation, education, and recreation. Visitors can learn about Uganda’s wildlife, support animal rescue efforts, and enjoy nature along the shores of Lake Victoria.
