By taxi

The best way to get around Kampala and the neighboring towns is by using minibus-type taxis called “taxi”. This is the most efficient and cost-effective method of transportation in urban areas, but try not to get ripped off by the conductors as they sometimes try to overcharge tourists. They usually take 14 passengers plus a conductor, though in smaller country towns overcrowding still occurs.

Minibus taxis are relatively cheap, frequent in Kampala, and may make lots of stops along the way.

They run along fixed routes, picking up and dropping off people anywhere along the route. If you want to get on, stand at the side of the road and wave your arm. To get off, say “stage” and the driver will pull over and let you off at the next boda boda waiting area.

There Private taxis which you can hire for yourself only, are called special hire taxis, and are available in most every decent sized town. Fares are negotiable over long distances as there are no meters.

Car Rental

There are several agencies that offer car hire services to travelers traveling in Kampala and nearby areas around Kampala