One of the most authentic experiences in Uganda is the 1 Day Entanda cultural tour. Cultural experiences differ from one culture to another, new people, new dance style, food, beverage and history among others. Uganda has over 57 unique tribes with absolutely different cultures. Nevertheless, an opportunity to visit a Baganda based culture is very great. An experience with the Entanda community in Kijjude village, Mityana district is one of a kind. The district is 80kms from Uganda‘s city center and approximately two hours’ drive from Kampala.
The word “Entanda” is derived from a Luganda word. It means a “present” you give to someone whom you care for and love. Some of the unforgettable moments at Entanda cultural community includes the thrilling drum beats. These welcome you to the community. Others include the fresh organic fruits such as the sugar cane, jackfruits, mangoes, honey and many more. Eat and pack if you can these delicious fruits. Then you can go for a hunting expedition in the forest. Educative and informative sex talk by Sengas (Aunties) and Kojjas (Uncles) is a major experience. Tree planting which gives you a chance of naming a tree after your own is offered. Local food preparation is mostly aimed at the ladies. Then there is dancing, rope swinging, and dressing classes. End with a football match with the community team before you roast a goat.
Detailed Itinerary
Early in the morning, have a hefty breakfast at either your accommodation or residence. Then, the driver guide will pick you up, for the two hours’ journey. Start this tour by raising your spirit during the briefing session. Here, you will be told what to expect during the cultural experience. Pass through the busy Kampala town, while sighting some fascinating buildings. Reach Mityana tarmac road then connect to the Maram road that leads you to Kijjude village.
The drum sounds, singing and jubilation will be the format of welcome as soon as you arrive at the place. This is followed by a briefing where you will be told more of the community organization and activities to do. Thereafter, men will be separated from ladies. The former are taken for a hunting expedition int the forest. Each male is assigned a hunting tool as they head out to the forest. Experienced knowledgeable guides with their dogs lead this group. They have mastered the sounds, footsteps, and smell of these animals. Basing on the background of this community as hunters, this is meant to preserve the wildlife.
Meanwhile, the traditional women remain with the ladies to teach them how to prepare a traditional meal (chicken Luwombo). The cooking session involves peeling and wrapping bananas among others. Thereafter, the Sengas will take them to the bush for a traditional cultural bedroom talk. They highlight how to care and please their husbands.
As the men return from the hunting experience, the whole group will converge and get entertained. Enjoy the traditional dances and drama by the entertaining traditional dancers. Permission is granted if you wish to join the group to dance or play some local instruments. Later, enjoy eating the different fruits such as jackfruits, avocado, oranges, pawpaw, watermelons, wild berries and guavas etc. You might love to pack some. Other people may engage in rope swing and onboard games as they wait for lunch to be served.
Have lunch, then after, men will be taken to the Bush by the expert Kojjas to be taught bedroom issues. Also, traditional family issues are offered with both sessions taking approximately one hour. The session is covered with laughter, Jokes, and demonstrations that you do not have to miss out.
Thereafter, engage in a tree planting session. This is before you head out to the football pitch to face-off with the local community team. This game climaxes with a goat roasting session. When all is set and done, drive back to either Kampala or your residence or departure via Entebbe airport.
End of 1 day Entanda cultural tour
