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3-Day Tooro Kingdom & Crater Lake Culture Tour

Fort portal

  • Nature, Safari and Culture

Price per person based on a group of 6persons

Day by Day Program

This 3-day tour offers an intimate cultural and scenic experience, combining royal heritage, folklore, music, and nature. From visiting the royal palace and historic sites to exploring lush tea estates and legendary crater lakes, this journey reveals the richness of Uganda’s cultural and ecological diversity. Located in western Uganda, the Tooro Kingdom is one of Africa’s youngest monarchies, led by King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV, who ascended the throne at just 3 years old.
Centered in the charming town of Fort Portal—recently declared Uganda’s “Tourism City”—the kingdom is known for its graceful traditions, crater lake landscapes, and warm hospitality of the Batooro people.

After breakfast, we’ll leave Kampala and head west on a smooth drive through rolling hills and rural homesteads. Midway, we’ll enjoy lunch in Mubende or Kyenjojo before continuing toward Fort Portal.

Upon arrival, we’ll visit the Tooro Royal Palace (Karuzika), seated atop a hill with breathtaking views of the town below. There, a local guide will lead you through the palace grounds, sharing stories of King Oyo and the Tooro dynasty. You’ll witness royal regalia, hear about ancient traditions, and possibly meet cultural custodians.

Later in the afternoon, we’ll check in at your lodge or guesthouse surrounded by natural beauty. Dinner will be served as you relax into the cool, misty air of the Tooro highlands.

Price Includes

  • All nights accommodation on sharing basis, 2 nights.
  • Full board - all meals from day 1 to day 2
  • Breakfast and lunch on Day 3
  • All transport, days 1 - 3 is in a 4WD safari vehicle with an opening roof.
  • Drivers and guides.

Price Excludes

  • Own travel to and from Uganda, including visa
  • Personal equipment and insurance
  • Drinks in addition to the non-alcoholic options offered.
  • Payment or tips to any porters or helpers during the gorilla tracking
  • Tips/gratuities to drivers, guides or where otherwise applicable

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Director/Sales & Marketing: Tusiime Cheryl Myra

Cheryl, the eldest daughter of Olive, has embraced the responsibility of carrying forward her mother’s legacy with resilience and determination. After losing her father at the age of six, she was raised by her mother, Olive, with the support of Christer. Olive’s passing in 2017, when Cheryl was just 19, became a defining moment in her journey.

Having been involved in the foundations of Sunset Hotel Entebbe and Olive Safari Uganda from a young age, Cheryl stepped up to manage the businesses alongside Christer. Under his mentorship, she navigated the complexities of entrepreneurship and discovered her passion for tourism.

With a Master’s degree in Business Administration and hands-on leadership, Cheryl has been instrumental in maintaining loyal clientele at Sunset Hotel Entebbe, adapting it to post-COVID standards, and expanding Olive Safari Uganda. As a certified tour guide for Uganda, Tanzania and Zanzibar, she remains committed to upholding her mother’s vision of exceptional service and unforgettable travel experiences.

Founder & CEO: Christer Torstensson

Christer, a Swedish education consultant with over 40 years of experience guiding travelers across Africa, co-founded Olive Safari Uganda with a deep passion for the continent’s wonders. His extensive journeying, particularly through Zimbabwe, Uganda, Tanzania, and Kenya, enriched his understanding of Africa’s landscapes and cultures. As a consultant, he also contributed to education and development, notably establishing an automotive school in Zimbabwe. His work with the Global Journey program brought him to Uganda, where he collaborated with municipalities and fell in love with the country’s heritage.

During this time, he met Olive, whose exceptional leadership and organizational skills later turned their professional relationship into a personal one. Their shared vision led to the creation of Olive Safari Uganda in the early 2000s, followed later by Sunset Hotel Entebbe. While Christer split his time in Sweden managing the Global Journey program, Olive oversaw daily operations. Today, Olive Safari Uganda embodies Christer’s seasoned expertise as a guide and strategic insight, paired with Olive’s dedication, delivering outstanding safaris that showcase Uganda’s beauty and beyond.

Founder & CEO: Ayebale Olive

Ayebale Olive, co-founder of Olive Safari Uganda, brought over 20 years of community service experience into the world of tourism. As secretary to Entebbe’s Mayor, she honed her skills in program management and international partnerships, playing a key role in the Global Journey program that linked Uganda and Sweden.

It was through this program that she met Christer—three years after the passing of her first husband, while raising three children. United by a shared passion for travel and discovery, they founded Olive Safari Uganda in the early 2000s. Their commitment to exceptional service quickly set the company apart.

As demand grew, they expanded their vision by establishing Sunset Hotel Entebbe, creating a welcoming space for travelers exploring Uganda. Olive’s legacy lives on, shaping the company’s dedication to authentic and unforgettable safari experiences