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There is wide availability of good hotels best suiting every variety of budget, which are located in Kampala, a capital city of Uganda. However, the accommodation facilities are available across the country and in the national parks, hotels and inns. But keep in mind that, the quality of service and the quantity of rooms may vary at a great rate.
If you are planning for holiday safaris in Uganda, Rungo Safaris will book the best available accommodation facilities for your needs. All of our pre-planned itineraries start from the city of Kampala. If you need a hotel booking in Kampala before or after your holiday tour, feel free to let us know and we will be extremely delighted to organize the same for you.
There are several airlines services operating regularly, like Air Tanzania, British Airways, Egypt Air, Emirates Airlines, Ethiopian Airlines, Gulf Air, Kenya Airways/KLM/NW, East African Airlines and SN Brussels Airlines. Besides, there is a wide availability of handful domestic charter companies like Airserv, Kampala Aero Club, United Airline and Eagle Aviation.
Most of the travelers arrive Uganda by air and land at Entebbe International Airport, located about 45 minutes drive from the capital city of Uganda, that is Kampala.
Rungo safaris will be extremely delighted to arrange your transfer from the airport for you and your entire group of people.
You will find different brands of both local and international beer available in Uganda. Most spirits and wines are imported and are readily available at lightly elevated prices. The legal drinking age is 18 years; though it’s not well-enforced.
Temperature in Uganda vary little throughout the country. The average temperature remains at 26°C during daytime and 16°C at night year round. The rainy season in Uganda generally falls between March to May and October to November. However, the average rainfall during the rainy season is about 175mm per a month. Even, humidity remains generally low apart from the wet seasons.
Light summer clothing with a sweater or jacket will be best at any time of the year. However, cotton slacks and flat heel comfortable walking shoes are highly suggested on safari tours. You shouldn’t forget to bring a hat for protection against the sun and also a swimsuit. Umbrellas and windbreakers are recommended during the rainy season. All you need to do is to request additional details at the time of booking.
If you are a non-African passport holder then you should have a visa to enter Uganda. Usually, visas are available at all entrances, including Entebbe International Airport. However, the cost for a three-month single entry tourist visa is US$50 . But the price of the visa will be discounted for students (If they have proper Identity proof) to US$20.
Rungo Safaris recommends you to follow these necessary travel tips while taking Uganda safaris. For more information regarding Uganda, feel free to browse through our website or contact online!
VISA, MASTERCARD and AMEX are only accepted at a few establishments in Kampala and also in some up country lodges. Remember that, credit card cash advance can be only available at Barclays Bank in Kampala. But most ATM cards are not accepted in automatic teller machines of Uganda.
Likewise any other city in Uganda, the common precautions you need to take in Kampala to make sure the safety and protection of your personal belongings. In fact, we recommend that you should not walk alone during night. Taxis are available in Uganda for your transfer and are not that much expensive. When you are planning a trip in Uganda, you should carry important travel essentials like the traveler’s cheques, cash and other valuables with you. However, we can arrange the safe keeping space for your passport and ticket in our offices upon your request.