Ugandan Tourism Delegation Arrives in Kenya
More than 50 industry operators are touring Kenya to develop cross-border travel packages and partnerships.
Updated on Oct. 22, 2026 in Africa
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A delegation of over 50 Ugandan tourism operators, hoteliers, and travel agents has arrived at the Kenyan coast to explore sites and build new regional partnerships. The visit precedes a major summit aimed at boosting travel between the two nations.
Why it matters
The visit responds to increasing demand for integrated travel packages that combine Ugandan wildlife experiences with coastal holidays in Kenya. By building formal ties, operators hope to capitalize on the growing cross-border tourism sector.
Ugandan arrivals to Kenya grew 16 percent in 2025, reaching 234,556 total visitors. Kenyan tourism stakeholders recorded 519,041 visits to Uganda in the same year, reflecting an 11 percent increase compared to the previous period.
The details
The delegation is visiting beaches, marine parks, and resorts in locations including Mombasa, Kilifi, Kwale, and Taita Taveta. These site inspections allow tour operators to gain first-hand product knowledge before promoting joint travel packages at the upcoming summit.
Timeline
The annual tourism familiarisation programme began in 2022.
The Ugandan delegation arrived in Kenya on October 22, 2026.
The Uganda-Kenya Coast Open golf tournament is scheduled for October 24, 2026.
The Uganda-Kenya Coast Tourism and Innovation Summit takes place October 26-27, 2026.
Kenyan tourism stakeholders are scheduled to visit Uganda from November 1 to 8, 2026.
Travel Outlook
This visit marks an expansion of the annual Uganda-Kenya tourism familiarisation programme, which has engaged more than 450 industry stakeholders since 2022. It reflects a shift toward regional tourism integration as both nations seek to capitalize on rising cross-border visitor numbers.
Travelers interested in East African circuits can expect more integrated, multi-country tour packages as a result of these new operator partnerships. These combined wildlife and coastal itineraries are designed to simplify the booking process for international visitors.
The takeaway
Regional tourism cooperation is becoming a strategic focus for East African nations looking to increase visitor numbers. Travelers should look for bundled packages that offer both safari and beach experiences to maximize the value of their regional trips.
What happens next
The Uganda-Kenya Coast Tourism and Innovation Summit is scheduled for October 26-27, 2026, followed by a reciprocal visit of Kenyan stakeholders to Uganda from November 1 to 8, 2026.
Further reading
For more on the regional travel industry, see our coverage of Africa.
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