TRAVEL TIPS/GUIDE

All Visitors to Uganda must have a passport that is valid for at least six months after the date of entrance in order for a visitor to enter Uganda. Passengers without appropriate finances, return or onward tickets, or other required travel documentation may have entry denied.

Each Uganda visa application is handled individually, and entry requirements for Uganda vary from country to country and are subject to change. Always inquire about visa before visiting Uganda. All those planning to visit Uganda for a vacation, business, study, visit, or medical reasons must apply for a visa online.

Applications must be submitted online, and the applicant’s specified email will get a decision email after it has been made. If accepted, a letter of permission will be emailed as an attachment to the address given. At the port of entry, print it out and show it along with a valid passport or travel document. The information on documents needed for the online visa application can alway be provided, that’s if you make an inquiry through our web potal https://noworkstours.com/

1. Multiple Entry
2. Diplomatic and Official
3. Ordinary
4. East Africa Tourist Visa (multiple entry valid for 90 days to Uganda, Kenya and Rwanda)
5. Transit

Uganda’s primary airport is Entebbe International Airport. It is 43 kilometers from Kampala, the country’s capital, and is served by a variety of foreign airlines, including Ethiopian Airlines, SN Brussels, South Africa Airways, Kenya Airways, Rwanda Air Express, and South Africa Airways. Uganda can also be reached overland from Kenya, Rwanda and Tanzania.

At the point of arrival, all foreign tourists are treated politely and efficiently by customs and immigration officials of the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA). The Entebbe International Airport and all overland borders offer immediate visa sales. The airport has ATMs and foreign exchange services, as well as a number of stores and dining options.

A yellow fever vaccination certificate is needed. Every guest should take antimalarial medication. Drinking bottled water is advised over tap water. Although there are a number of airport taxes available at the airport that can take you on town transportation, it is highly recommended to our clients to request one of our standard vehicles for any desired destination.

At Entebbe International Airport, there is no Customs counter available for departures. Passengers leaving the airport must show the immigration official their completed departure embarkation card, together with a valid passport or other form of identification. The officer will make sure the traveler has the required visa. After being stamped, the traveller receives their travel paperwork back. The passenger then makes their way to the departure-transit concourse for refreshments and duty-free shopping. Passengers enter the holding room after completing the last security checks to check their belongings, tickets, passports, and traveler’s checks.

Uganda has a number of hotels and safari lodges that offer meals and overnight accommodation to both budget and luxury travellers. You can do your booking to Uganda Hotels, Safari lodges,Guest houses and apartments in Uganda through our webpotal https://noworkstours.com/

As with any major city, safety measures should be followed. Always keep your travel documents, traveler’s checks, cash, and other valuables with you at all times if a safety deposit box is not available at your hotel or inn. Although Uganda is very safe, we advise not walking at night; instead, hire a cab if you must. We cannot vouch for your security.

The Uganda shilling is used as the currency. Although the US dollar has historically been the preferred hard currency, the Euro and the British pound are also extensively used. In many major cities, banks and private Forex offices offer the ability to exchange hard currency for local currency. Outside of Kampala, travelers’ checks are not commonly accepted.

Uganda may be visited at any time of year and enjoys a beautiful climate. The daytime temperature ranges from 21 to 30 degrees Celsius, while the nighttime temperature ranges from 16 to 20 degrees Celsius. The hottest months are December through January, whereas March through May and mid-September through November are the wettest and coldest. The rainy seasons, which typically peak from mid-September to November and March to May, make it more difficult to engage in activities like mountain treks, gorilla trekking trips that require tracking down steep slopes with dense vegetation and undergrowth, and other forest walks.

Passports and visa requirements must be confirmed prior to travel with the customers and immigration at the airport. Uganda requires all visitors to have valid passports. You can get the most out of game reserve and national park excursions and wildlife drives by using binoculars and tour guides. Photographers who want to capture beautiful wildlife and scenery should use a zoom lens (70-300 or similar). In Kampala, there are facilities for printing and developing film. Any of the numerous supermarkets and shopping centers in the cities can be used to acquire toiletries and other necessities.

Bring enough of light clothing because, depending on the country, daytime temperatures are typically warm. Bring some light sweaters as well because evening temperatures tend to be cooler, especially at high elevations. It is advisable to pack appropriately for the alpine temperatures if you plan to hike or climb mountains. For woodland walks, game drives, and tours of national parks, you should pack sturdy walking shoes, stromg clothes, a sun hat, sunglasses, and waterproof outerwear.

Driving in Uganda is done on the left side, thus travelers who want to drive themselves should be aware of this. Despite the fact that fuel prices are somewhat high, the city is home to many vehicle rental companies offering affordable rates. Taking into account that Uganda is a landlocked nation. You are encouraged to make arrangements for a car hire Noworks Tours and Travel Ltd along with a driver if you plan to travel to Africa.

Although it is not a custom that is frequently followed in the neighborhood hotels, taverns, and restaurants, tipping is always appreciated. The amount is up to the tourists’ discretion, although drivers and tour guides should always be given a gratuity.