Cultural Considerations...  Ugandans are lovely, gentle people. But they do hold fast to their culture, especially in the rural areas, and we suggest that our visitors respect this. Also remember, | | • | Ask before taking a photo. | | • | Women may want to cover knees and shoulders when in a rural village or market. | | • | When waving to children, keep your palm flat. Curling fingers suggests beckoning, and can frighten some kids. |
| When Travelling To Uganda... Weather The climate in Uganda is as near to perfect as you can find. The nights are cool, but rarely cold. A fleece or light jumper is all that is necessary. The days hover around 24-28 degrees C. The sun is hot on the equator and a wide brimmed hat provides the best protection against sunburn and heat stroke. Suncream is also essential. Rainy season comes twice a year - April /May and again in October /November /December. But the sun still shines during the rainy season, and the rain still falls during the dry. The wettest month is probably November, and the hottest month is February. Medical Precautions Yellow Fever immunisation is Mandatory for entry into the country. We also strongly recommend that all visitors take malaria prophylactics and carry repellent with them. Mosquitoes are rarely bad, but malaria is simply not worth it. Prescription drugs should be carried with you, but over the counter drugs are easy to find in Uganda and very inexpensive. If you have any allergies, please ensure you are equipped to deal with any reactions you may have. Ideally, you should let us know before you arrive if you suffer from any dangerous allergies. Visas Visas are needed to visit Uganda. You can get one before you leave, or they are obtainable on arrival at Entebbe International Airport. Visas cost US $30. Currency We use the Ugandan Shilling here, but often things are quoted in dollars as well. Currently one US Dollar is worth approximately 1,840 shillings. Credit Cards are rarely accepted, and upcountry it is advisable to carry shillings in smaller denominations. There are numerous forex bureaux in the main towns. Language English is the national language of Uganda.
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| About Uganda |
Uganda is a land-locked country in East Africa, bordered by Kenya, Sudan, Congo, Rwanda and Tanzania. Straddling the equator, much of her southern border is dominated by Lake Victoria. 
It is a tremendously lush country, dotted with lakes and rivers (the most famous being the Nile) and the west is fringed by the glacier- capped Rwenzori Mountains.
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Did You Know? | | Uganda is the birthplace of the Nile. |
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