Travel Tips

TRAVEL TIPS IN UGANDA

INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT

Entebbe International Airport is the main gateway from/to Uganda, it is 40KM from the capital city Kampala. British Airways, Kenya Airlines, Ethiopian Airways, Gulf Air, Emirates, Ethiopian Airlines, Air Tanzania and Egypt Air fly direct to or from Entebbe. A departure tax of US$ 30 per person is payable by passengers on international flights at the airport.

For passengers on private charter flights from neighboring countries it is no longer necessary to clear immigrations at Entebbe Airport. It is now possible to arrange for advance clearance at your proposed destination, saving time by flying direct into the tourist region.

CURRENCY

The unit of currency is the Uganda Shilling which is easily convertible to United States Dollar and British Pound. The exchange rates of both units fluctuate from time
For visitors to Uganda it is safe to carry sterling pounds or US $ (travelers cheques and cash).

PUBLIC HOLIDAYS

January 1st, Islamic Holiday (moveable, towards the end of March), Good Friday, Easter Monday, May 1st (Labor Day), Islamic Holiday (moveable towards the beginning of June), June 3rd (Martyrs' Day), June 9th (Heroes' Day), October 9th (Independence Day), 25th December Christmas Day.

HEALTH/IMMUNISATION

Visitors to Uganda are required to take vaccination shots against yellow fever and cholera. A dose of anti-malaria tablets is strongly advised. For those intending to go on camping trips, a mosquito repellent is highly recommended. Bilharzia is common in some lakes and swimming is not recommended except in designated areas. Only drink bottled or boiled water; in hotels/ lodges safe drinking waters is always provided. Medical facilities are easily available in all medical centers. Please note that insurance should be taken at place of origin before departure.

WHAT TO WEAR

Clients intending to engage in gorilla tracking and mountaineering in Uganda must be aware of hash conditions. Gloves, Jackets, waterproof jeans, jumpers, sweaters, sunglasses, strong working/hiking boots/shoes are recommended. While on an any other safaris sports shirts, slacks, light cotton dresses, skirts and tops can be suitable.

"You can never find a better break after living these amazing moments!"

Please contact us via email: info@safaritouganda.com
reservations@safaritouganda.com

Short Safaris

Long Safaris

Travel Tips