Uganda travel guides
Plan your trip to Uganda.
Visas, seasons, gorilla permits and local know-how — written by the Waynari team to help you travel well.
Is Uganda safe? Practical safety and health tips for travellers
Practical advice for a safe, healthy trip to Uganda: everyday safety, health and vaccinations, road safety, wildlife and local customs.
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Money in Uganda: currency, cards, mobile money and tipping
Everything you need to know about the Ugandan shilling, using cards and ATMs, mobile money, changing dollars and how much to tip.
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Getting around Uganda: boda bodas, taxis, buses and flights
How to travel between cities and around town in Uganda, from ride-hailing apps and boda bodas to private drivers and domestic flights.
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Queen Elizabeth National Park: safari guide
Tree-climbing lions, the Kazinga Channel boat safari, crater lakes and chimpanzees in Kyambura Gorge.
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Murchison Falls National Park: safari guide
Uganda's biggest national park, where the Nile squeezes through a narrow gorge. Game drives, boat safaris and the hike to the top of the falls.
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Jinja travel guide: the source of the Nile and adventure capital
Where the Nile begins its journey north: rafting, kayaking, bungee jumping, boat trips and relaxed riverside lodges.
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Kampala travel guide: what to see, eat and do
Uganda's busy capital in a nutshell: top sights, markets, food, nightlife and the neighbourhoods worth knowing.
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Gorilla trekking permits in Uganda: a complete guide
How to book a gorilla trekking permit for Bwindi or Mgahinga, what it costs, what to pack and what to expect on trek day.
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The best time to visit Uganda
Uganda's dry and rainy seasons explained, plus the best months for gorilla trekking, safaris, birding and city trips.
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Uganda visa guide: how to get your e-visa
Who needs a visa for Uganda, how to apply online, the East Africa Tourist Visa and what to bring when you land at Entebbe.
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