Kavumba Recreation Center in Wakiso, Wakiso: Hours, Facilities and Family Guide
Animals and wildlife in Wakiso, Wakiso
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A 30-acre recreation and mini-wildlife centre 20 km from Kampala, with zebras, ostriches, a large pool and a kids' play area.
What is Kavumba Recreation Center?
Kavumba Recreation Center is a privately owned leisure and wildlife destination on 30 acres in Wakiso Town Council, off Hoima Road, about 20 km and 30 to 45 minutes from Kampala. It was incorporated in 2007, began as a commercial farm and has grown into a combined wildlife park, swimming pool, restaurant, conference venue and guesthouse.
The wildlife section is the heart of the visit: zebras and ostriches share open grassy enclosures, and the centre doubles as a conservation education space for school groups. Alongside the animals there is a large swimming pool, a children's play area with donkey rides, a health club and a restaurant and bar. It is one of the few places near Kampala where a family can see zebras and swim in the same afternoon.
The centre keeps open grassy enclosures rather than small cages and is used for conservation education by schools.
💡 Money-saving tips for families
- Free entry You only pay for the pool and wildlife section
- Weekdays are quieter School groups visit midweek
- Bring swimwear The pool is the main draw after the animals
Is it right for your child's age?
| Age group | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| 0-2 years | Okay | Lawns and short animal walks with an adult |
| 3-5 years | Good | Donkey rides and the play area |
| 6-9 years | Great | Zebras, ostriches and the pool |
| 10-12 years | Great | Wildlife section plus swimming |
| 13+ years | Good | Pool, gym and grounds |
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Key details
- Address
- Plot 396, Wakiso Town Council, off Hoima Road, Wakiso District, Wakiso
- Opening hours
- Daily, roughly 8am to 6pm (confirm) Open now
- How long to plan
- Half day
- Suitable ages
- All ages
- Setting
- Outdoor
- Booking
- Walk-in; book ahead for school groups and conferences
- Payment accepted
- Cash or mobile money at the gate
What to expect when you visit
Entry to the compound is free, so you pay only for the sections you use. Start with the wildlife enclosures, where zebras and ostriches graze in open grass, then move to the pool and the children's play area.
The grounds are large, secure and enclosed, with lawns for a picnic and a restaurant for a proper meal. School groups are frequent, so weekdays can be busy with pupils.
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Is entry free?
Yes, entry to the compound is free; the pool and wildlife section are charged separately.
How far is it from Kampala?
About 20 km, 30 to 45 minutes off Hoima Road.
Can we bring our own food?
The lawns suit a picnic, but the restaurant is also open.
Family essentials
- Suitable age bands
- 0–2 years
- 3–5 years
- 6–9 years
- 10–12 years
- 13+ years
- Safety notes
Supervise children around the pool and keep them behind the barriers at the animal enclosures.
Tickets and costs
- Toddler entry (0 if free)
- Free
- Ticket notes
Entry to the compound is free; the swimming pool and wildlife section have separate fees, quoted at the gate.
- Parking
- Free
- Free entry rules
- Yes
- Extra costs (activities, rentals, food)
Swimming pool, wildlife section, donkey rides, health club, restaurant
- Food and drink per person (estimate)
- Free
- Return transport (estimate, flat)
- Free
- Transport estimate note
- Taxi from Kampala to Wakiso Town, then a boda boda to the gate
Plan your visit
- Combine with
- Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary (en route north)
- Uganda Equator at Kayabwe
- Mpanga Forest
- What to bring
- Swimwear
- towel
- sun hat
- cash for the separate sections
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Frequently asked questions
- What are the Kavumba Recreation Center opening hours?
- Daily, roughly 8am to 6pm (confirm).
- How long do you need at Kavumba Recreation Center?
- Plan for Half day.
- What payment methods does Kavumba Recreation Center accept?
- Kavumba Recreation Center accepts Cash or mobile money at the gate. It does not accept cash.
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