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How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Mbarara travel guide

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You're Going to Love Mbarara

With a population of 97,500, Mbarara is the largest city in Western Region, Uganda by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Mbarara has to offer.

When to visit Mbarara

Mbarara in March
Estimated hotel price
$18
1 night at 3-star hotel
Mbarara in March
Estimated hotel price
$18
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Mbarara in February, when the average temperature is 69.8 °F, and the highest can go up to 80.6 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is June, when it can get as cold as 55.4 °F, with an average temperature of 66.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in April, when precipitation is around 4.7″. In contrast, June is usually the driest month of the year in Mbarara, with an average rainfall of 0.8″.

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How to Get to Mbarara

Plane

Although Mbarara doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Kasese (KSE), which is located 66 miles from Mbarara.

Plane

Although Mbarara doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Kasese (KSE), which is located 66 miles from Mbarara.

Airports near Mbarara

KSEKasese

Airlines serving Mbarara

Aerolink Uganda Limited

Where to stay in popular areas of Mbarara

Most booked hotels in Mbarara

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Agip Motel
3 stars
Excellent (10, 8 reviews)
$114+
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Palace Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 195 reviews)
$18+
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Lake View Resort Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8, 78 reviews)
$85+
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Renting a car in Mbarara

Expect to pay $5.34 per gallon in Mbarara (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $64.05 and $85.40.

Expect to pay $5.34 per gallon in Mbarara (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $64.05 and $85.40.

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