2 September, 2021
Uganda is one of the safest Countries to travel to in Africa. However, we advise travelers to stay vigilant and cautious. Look out for petty criminals like pick-pockets, especially when visiting public places and landmarks. You can book private bodyguards with us to beef up your security in Uganda. This safety guide will also help make your Uganda expedition a success;
Just like any other country in East Africa, a valid passport and travel visa are mandatory to almost everyone visiting Uganda. A certificate of yellow fever vaccination is also a must have and all visitors should take malaria prophylactic drugs. Do get a malaria vaccine prior to travel in order to avoid inconveniences and it’s also advisable that you take your personal insurance before traveling to Uganda. Speak to us, our experienced travel experts will advise you on safe travel requirements.
Travelers are advised to stay vigilant and cautious, especially when visiting public places and landmarks. Limit the amount of cash you carry and leave valuable items, like passports and jewelry in a hotel safe or any other such safe places. Only carry items and cash that you are ready to spend. Be alert always.
If you are travelling to Uganda during the COVID-19 pandemic, take precautions to stay safe from the virus. Take a COVID-19 Test before travel and keep a copy of your results with you when you travel as it's a requirement for entry into the Country. Also be sure to check and follow all safety requirements, wear a face mask on planes, buses, trains, and other forms of public transportation to stay safe as you travel. Speak to us; our support team will guide you on COVID-19 Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and requirements.
The official currency used in the Country is the Uganda Shilling. To avoid inconveniences, you are always advised to carry cash in shillings since Uganda is mainly a cash economy. When it comes to exchanging your cash into Uganda Shillings, we advise that you use a Forex Exchange office in the main towns, for they have better exchange rates. Our dedicated security and personal guides will accompany you to the safety while exchanging the currency.
All tap water should be treated as unsafe to drink, unless purified or boiled before drinking. Bottled mineral water is however, widely and readily available in the Country and cheap as well. You are therefore advised to stock up on this.
Visiting the region is now easier than ever, thanks to the East African Tourist Visa created in 2016. This special visa is valid for 90 days after arrival, allowing for multiple entries in Uganda. Apply for your visas (Uganda ordinary/tourist visa or East Africa Tourist Visa) at Ugandan missions abroad, Immigration Offices or online where applicable. Contact our travel consultants to help you obtain your visa without any hustle.
Traveling to Uganda any time soon? Get in touch with us, we will give you all the answers you need & help you brush up on the Country’s history, putting your travel experiences into a meaningful context. The locals will immediately sense your enthusiasm, making your stay in the Country that much more rewarding.
