Which International Airlines Access Uganda?
From Europe, major carriers are: Brussels Airlines, The Royal Dutch airlines (KLM) and Turkish Airlines, all of which fly directly to Entebbe. International carriers from Europe connect with most North American carriers. Major African Airlines include: Egypt Air, Ethiopian Airlines, Kenya Airways, Air Tanzania, Egypt air, South African Airways and Rwanda air. From the Middle East and South East Asia, check with Emirates Etihad and Qatar Air.
What Kind Of Vehicle Will I Travel In?
How Do You Deal With Tipping?
How Much Time Should I Expect To Spend In The Vehicle In Any One Day?
How Do I Pay For My Safari?
Most of our clients pay by wire transfers or credit card. Bank details are available upon request. With Managers’ approval, credit card payments can be made, but please note there is a 7-9% surcharge. In Kampala cash payments are accepted in any foreign convertible currency and in Uganda Shillings.
Can I Fly Internally?
Do I Need To Carry My Passport And Travel Documents?
What Should I Expect To See On Safari?
The large mammals vary from park to park. In general, a safari including two or more parks, will include Elephant, Buffalo, Hippo, Lion, Crocodiles, Uganda Kob, Bush buck, Water buck, Reed buck, Warthogs, Hyena, to name a few. Leopard sightings are rare, although they do live in most parks in the country. Rhinos can be seen in Zziwa Rhino Sanctuary near Masindi, and Impala, Zebra – and occasionally Eland – may be seen in Lake Mburo. Giraffes in Murchison Falls NP, L.Mburo and Kidepo valley NP. Cheetah can be seen in Kidepo in northern Uganda, a fabulously beautiful several virgin parts of the country.
Uganda is one of the best places in the world to view Chimpanzees with trekking available in Kibale Forest, Kyambura and many other forested areas in Uganda. Gorilla tracking safaris are at Mgahinga and Bwindi National Parks in the far southwest of the country, with access also available in Rwanda and Democratic Republic of Congo (former Zaire). Fourteen other species of primates can be seen in Uganda.
Uganda’s strategic position on the Albertine Rift Valley makes it home to an incredible variety of flora and fauna. More than 1,060 species of birds can be viewed, including many migrating birds. Unique species of butterflies are also found. The l.victoria the worlds’ largest fresh water basin, L.bunyonyi the deepest Lava dammed lake in the world. The varied climatic zones of the Uganda intersecting each other with clear disparity.
What Other Expenses Should I Expect After Quoted Safari Costs?
Unless otherwise stated, tour prices quoted are ex-Kampala activities as well as personal engagements outside the itinerary but include transport with fuel and driver/guide, accommodation, meals on safari, National Park and activity fees associated with your itinerary.
Clients will directly be responsible for airfare to/from Uganda, Visa fees, extra airport transfers, meals, accommodation, transport in and around Kampala, with supplemental activities not included in the itinerary, refreshments and beverages (between meal snacks, alcohol, other refreshments), personal items (porterage, telephone calls and souvenirs), tips and gratuities. Coffee and tea are usually available with meals in up-country properties and drinking water may be provided. It is advisable to always check what is included in menu prices.
What Is The Duration Of Booking In Advance Do I Need For A Gorilla Permit?
Do The Drivers Speak English?
What’s The Best Time Of Year To Come To Uganda?
Uganda is ready and good all the times of the year to receive tourists. Even during the rainy seasons (March – June and October – November) it may rain for not more than three hours and then sun surfaces again. It rarely gets cold, but it is advisable to carry lightweight rain gear in the rainy season. It can slightly get cold at night (especially in highland areas such as Sipi / Mount Elgon, the Rwenzoris and Kisoro / Kabale, Bindibugyo and parts of Kabarole. Therefore you are advised to bring a light jumper or a scarf.