On 11th May 2013 Busoga Tourism initiative and Uganda Tourism Board opened up Kagulu rock officially as a tourist and cultural site. This was following up on the promise by Uganda tourism board to continue diversifying Uganda tourist products. Uganda tourism mainly consistes of Gorilla trekking, wildlife safaris, birding safaris, adventure tours and cultural sites and experiences.
Kagulu Rock is about 4 hours drive from Kampala the capital of Uganda. The hill rises at approximately 3,500 ft above sea level with great 360 degree views around it. Since 2003, many people have been enjoying rock climbing at Kagulu Hill but with no proper development and limited facilities to use. This year Busoga Tourism Initiative decided to interest domestic tourists to start rock climbing as an alternative experience from the White water rafting, quad biking, horse riding, boat trips on river Nile in the nearby Jinja.
Busoga Tourism Initiative on Kagulu Rock
According to Busoga Tourism Initiative, Kagulu Hill marks the first settlement area for Basoga. They migrated from Bunyoro led by the then Prince Mukama. He made this his Kingdom seat because of its high altitude compared to the surrounding. The cultural value of Kagulu extends to cover a wide area, the remaining and visible landmark is the Kagulu hill. The hill sits in between two roads that divide at the foothill to lead to Gwaya and Iyingo areas.
Kagulu hill has been adapted for tourism with rock climbing opportunities. One side of the hill has several steps all the way to the top. At the top is a spectacular 360 view with an expanse of green vegetation and views of Lake Kyoga.
If you are keen on an adventure, you can add an experience of Kagulu rock climbing on your Uganda safari. Kagera Safaris attended this occasion and we highly recommend this experience for anyone interested in adventure, scenery and photographic moments with the main activity being rock climbing.
