Have you ever thought that Uganda is not only made for safari? Well let us elucidate that Uganda destinations are not only made for safari tours, but there are also countless parts that you will uncover in your journey in the country that will take you to a wondrous land. Close your eyes and imagine the sunrise over a wide-open country field, morning rain glistening on forest trees, and breathtaking mountain tops.
Hard to believe but the truth is Uganda Safari takes you to a wonderland. It takes you to discover absolutely breathtaking natural wonders; national parks sealed with wilderness, the iconic primate’s world, and the rarest mountain gorillas that are the prime attraction of the country.
Uganda is 100% Safe for Traveller
Uganda is one of the safest countries in Africa to travel and the government of the country is continuously working on improving its safety process for travellers. The Uganda Police Force (UPF) has concentrated its efforts on reducing crime, and the results have been impressive. The major tourist areas have extraordinary security measures as the areas are flooded with travellers. If you are planning a trip, then choose Uganda Safaris with closed eyes.
Visa Cost is only $50
If you are flying from any overseas country you must have a visa. There are only a few countries in which citizens are allowed to enter the country without a visa, so before booking do a proper inquiry if you need a visa or not.
The visa acquiring system is eased now; you can apply for an E-Visa. There are 2 types of Visa: a single entry visa that is valid for 3 months and a cost if $50 and a multi-entry visa that is valid for 12-36 months ranges from $100- $200. Without a yellow fever vaccination certification, you can’t get a visa.
Being one of the Mosquito prone areas, the country is very strict about the yellow fever vaccination. Uganda Govt. has made the yellow fever vaccination mandatory for the travellers. So you need to acquire a yellow fever vaccination card that you need to produce for acquiring your visa.
Dry Seasons is the Best Time to Travel
Uganda sits squarely on the equator with an average altitude of around 1,000m makes the country’s climate bit warmer. The country is a year-round destination; however, the dry season is the most preferred one to visit the country. The best time to visit Uganda is June-Sep, which is the peak season.
Shilling is the local currency of Uganda. The Ugandan Shilling is the currency of the country. Our currency rankings show that the most popular Uganda Shilling exchange rate is the USD to UGX rate. The currency code and symbol for Ugandan Shilling is UGX.
The World-Famous Aromatic Coffee
Coffee is one of the most capitals bringing crops. Ugandan coffee is one of the most used coffee beans of the world; you may have sipped a cup of them in Starbuck or must have seen a sealed packet in any of the retail stores. Having a long history, the Ugandan coffee got its real name in the international market between 1999 to 2002. Coffee accounts for 20 – 30% of Uganda’s foreign exchange earnings each year, and more than 3.5 million families work in coffee-related activities.
Mount Elgon has the Largest Volcano in the World
Mount Elgon, is an extinct volcano with the largest surface in the world. On the border of Uganda and Kenya, the highest point of the mountain is Wagagai. The mountain has 5 major peaks named:
Wagagai (4,321 metres)
Sudek (4,302 metres)
Koitobos (4,222 metres)
Mubiyi (4,211 metres)
Masaba (4,161 metres)
The national park surrounding the Mount Elgon is one of the prime attractions if you take an Uganda tour. Rolex is a very popular food in Uganda (not the watch). Being one of the prime attractions of Africa, Uganda safaris are its own charm between the travellers, not only because of the national parks and game reserve places or mountain gorillas but also the culture and food is a huge add-on to the Uganda Safari
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Rolex is one of the delicious foods you can test in Uganda and the test is equally interesting as the name. Rolex is combining an egg omelette and veggies wrapped in a chapati. The name “Rolex” comes from its method of preparation, with the chapati and the omelette rolled together. Whenever visiting Uganda, don’t miss this opportunity.
Offering a very wild sensation, Uganda Safari Tours adds a lifetime memory to your dairy. If you are planning for Uganda Safaris for your next vacations then don’t take any chance, just plan your hassle-free Uganda Safaris with Mum and Dad Uganda Tours and enjoy the best of “Pearl of Africa”.