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Cook and Dine like a local Tour Kampala
4.0(4)Kampala4 hours
TRIPADVISOR4.0(4)
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At a glance
Duration
4 hours
Price from
$100 / person
Location
Kampala, Uganda
Rating
4.0 / 5 · 4 reviews
Languages
EN
Group
Small group, up to 10
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Free Walking Tours Kampala
Meeting point
Meet Our Local Female Guides at Kampala Central Mosque wearing the Chef attire for recognition (Free walking Tours Kampala)
Description
Our talented Local Female Guides and a young Female Student Chef share mouthwatering Kampala delights,and stories of food,history and culture.
Visit the best homes to Cook,Eat,Drink and Explore hidden gems that only locals know.
Eat like a local for a good cause and suppose the Free Female training project for girls and help provide access to clean safe drinking water for rehabilitated street children.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Every day
Start times
18 times a day, 10:15 AM–6:45 PM
Next available
Mon, Oct 12
Adult (ages 35–70)
$100
Senior (ages 71–80)
$100
Youth (ages 14–34)
$100
Child (ages 9–13)
$50
Out at sunset: the 2:45 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 6:37 PM in the coming weeks.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 11.
Tour Options
Cook and Dine like a local Tour Kampala
What's included
Included
Lunch
Not included
Alcoholic Beverages
Transportation fees to the host's home.
Shopping fees for the food and drinks to be prepared.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.0
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How it compares in Kampala
Starting price $100 is 16% below the typical $119 for tours of similar length in Kampala
Excurgo comparison of 763 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Cook and Dine like a local Tour Kampala take?
Cook and Dine like a local Tour Kampala lasts about 4 hours.
How much does Cook and Dine like a local Tour Kampala cost?
Prices start at $100 per person for this Kampala experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Cook and Dine like a local Tour Kampala run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 18 departures a day between 10:15 AM and 6:45 PM.
How much does Cook and Dine like a local Tour Kampala cost for children?
Children aged 9–13 pay from $50, adults from $100.
Can I cancel Cook and Dine like a local Tour Kampala for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Meet Our Local Female Guides at Kampala Central Mosque wearing the Chef attire for recognition (Free walking Tours Kampala). Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Cook and Dine like a local Tour Kampala offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 10 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Specialized infant seats are available
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Cook and Dine like a local Tour Kampala worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.0 out of 5 across 4 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Free Walking Tours Kampala.
Reviews(4)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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VickyS9999
August 29, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Bait and switch - Disappointed
I purchased a the cooking tour via Trip Advisor. The activity clearly stated it was for 6h and would include lunch and dinner.
After purchase, the guide then texted me that the ingredients were not included and my portion of the ingredients costs would an additional 100,000 ugx ($27 USD). This was not stated anywhere on the activity description.
Out of caution, I then double checked the details and was told that the activity would only be "3-4 hours latest" and now would only include lunch.
Good thing I took the initiative to confirm the details before hand. If not, it would have been really awkward.
The guide did not offer a refund. I had to go through Trip Advisor.
Twice the price and half the service - definitely a bait and switch!
Operator response
Mr.Yun,we apologize for the inconveniences that had happened.It is our fault that we did not clearly state that the amount paid is the guide fee and shopping for the food to taste is at your cost.As we train our guides to communicate to their guests before the start of the tour what they are expected to move with,the dos and don'ts during the tour is when we got to know that the itinerary was not detailed explaining all the extra costs to incur.Through our guide Fatumah,we got to know that it was our fault not to clearly indicate what the guest is expected to have in his or her paid tour.
The other thing of lunch and dinner, we had set that the tour should start at midday and the food cooked to be eaten as both lunch and dinner unfortunately your booking stated 10:00am which means you would only go for lunch and incase you want to pack the dinner,there is that option.We clarified on that issue and hope to give the best experience.We humbly apologize for the inconvenience.
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938gerryl
November 17, 2023 · via Tripadvisor
Kampala: cook like a local
Very nice experience if you’re doing Kampala! Going together to owino market to buy the ingredients, then was invited to Fatumah and her familie, to cook the meal and ofcourse eat it together! It was a very nice day with very good food, and I was honoured to have Fatumah and her family to make it happen!!
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Canadian_rover1
March 12, 2021 · via Tripadvisor
A Delicious Day!
Shared a wonderful day of cooking Ugandan food with two lovely hosts. With a lot of helpful suggestions I eventually learned how to peel matooke correctly and watched how to steam it in matooke leaves! Rosette made a delicious butternut soup. The goat stew was really good as was the groundnut sauce for the matooke. A mango salad and mashed Irish potatoes completed the meal. The cooking and the eating together was filled with lots of talk, laughter and sharing of culture.
Operator response
We were quite impressed by your quick learning Christine.It was a pleasure and great spending a day together cooking.
Thank you for joining us !
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hannahanna_98
March 14, 2020 · via Tripadvisor
Lovely visit
It was such a warm-hearted visit at Hannah, Rosette and Doreen 🤗 An amazing experience that I don’t want to miss and all of them were so open-minded. We had some great conversations about our different cultures, food, and everything that came to our mind. I really recommend meeting them you will enjoy it 🥰😍🙏🏼
Operator response
Thank you so much Hannah,It was fun and a pleasure spending time with you and Maria.
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