About Uganda

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Uganda
Is a landlocked country in East Africa, bordered by Kenya, Sudan, Congo, Rwanda and Tanzania. Straddling the equator, much of her southern border is dominated by Lake Victoria. It is a 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, daytime temperatures generally hovering between 24-28 C. 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 per person.
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.

Getting to Uganda :
Currently there is one International Airport at Entebbe. A number of international airlines fly direct to Entebbe, among them South Africa Airways, British Airways, SN Brussels, Kenya Airways, Emirates, Egypt Air, Ethiopian Airways, and Air Malawi have just introduced a flight as well which links much of Southern Africa to Uganda. Most major towns have an airstrip as do most National Parks and Game Reserves.
Getting to Uganda :
Currently there is one International Airport at Entebbe. A number of international airlines fly direct to Entebbe, among them South Africa Airways, British Airways, SN Brussels, Kenya Airways, Emirates, Egypt Air, Ethiopian Airways, and Air Malawi have just introduced a flight as well which links much of Southern Africa to Uganda. Most major towns have an airstrip as do most National Parks and Game Reserves.

Currency :
Ugandan Shilling. It is advisable to carry American dollars or Travellers' cheques or any major hard currency. There are numerous Forex bureaux and Banks in the capital and the main towns. Credit cards are accepted in major hotels and restaurants, but generally it is best to carry cash upcountry.

Clothing :
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 suncream. 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.

Gorilla Trecking :
The minimum age for Gorilla tracking is 15 years. And each permit costs $500 per person per day for Bwindi National Park, $500 for Mgahinga National Park, and $500 for Park de Nationale in Ruhengeri.