Uganda Travel Tips.
It is tremendously lush country, dotted with lakes and rivers(the most famous being the Nile) and the west is fringed by the glacier- capped Rwenzori Mountains.
Best Time to visit:
The climate is good in Uganda all year round, day time
temperatures generally hovering between 24 -28C. It
cools down considerably at night, enough for a jersey
but wollens are not necessary. The rains come twice
a year, in October/November (short rains) and mid- March
to end of May. Rainy season is no reason to postpone
travel however, as generally it rains for an hour and
the rest of the day is clear and sunny.
Visas:
Visas are now necessary for most Nationals and should
be obtained prior to travel at a fee of $ 30.00 per
person. You can also get a visa upon arrival at the
airport at the same cost.
Health:
Yellow Fever vaccinations are mandatory, and we recommend
anti - malarial tablets, especially during the rainy
season. Most prescription drugs can be bought affordably
and with ease over the counter in Kampala. Personal
Insurance is advised.
Official Language.
English, Luganda and many local dialects. Swahili is
also widely spoken and understood.
Airports:
Currently there is one International Airport at Entebbe. A number
of international airlines fly directly to Entebbe, among them South
Africa Airways, British Airways, Kenya Airways, KLM, Egypt air, Ethiopian
Airways. Most major towns have an airstrip as do most National Parks
and Game Reserves. Airport tax is included in your flight fare.
Currency:
Uganda Shillings. It is advisable to carry American
dollars ( the series should not be less than the year
2000) or Traveler’s cheques or any more hard currency.
There are numerous Forex bureaux and banks in the capital
and the man towns. Credit cards are accepted in major
hotels and restaurants, but generally it is best to
carry cash upcountry.
Clothing:
Safari attire is casual and comfortable. Light clothing, hats, sturdy
shoes, long sleeve shirts for evening. Sweatshirt or fleece for evenings
upcountry. Uganda’s position on the equator suggests a need
for sun cream. Women in rural towns may feel more comfortable wearing
clothing that covers their knees and shoulders, but this is not mandatory.
It’s usually hot by midday, but evenings are always pleasant.
Packing:
Pack light. Laundry facilities are available throughout
your safari. Remember you have 20 kg limit and 30 kg
for first and club class travelers when returning from
East Africa. . If your itinerary includes any flying
in private charter, you are restricted to a maximum
of 20 kgs, including hand luggage.
