Africa, Uganda
Uganda

Most people visiting Uganda go there for the gorilla and rain forest experiences. The best time to visit is during the drier months which are from June to August and again from December to February.

How They Dazzle Us

Uganda makes a great impression from the outset. The landing approach to the airport at Entebbe is low over the vast expanses of Lake Victoria, with the runway literally on its banks. Just as you think you are going to land in the water the runway unfolds underneath you and all is good. From there, Uganda is a thrilling adventure, with visits to the gorillas ranking as one of the most incredible wildlife experiences available on the planet.

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Why We Love Them

Friendly, unpretentious and all about maximizing hat they have, Uganda is a great place to spend time. You will feel safe and inspired by the people who can seemingly fashion art, furniture or solutions to problems out of almost anything. That, coupled with opportunities to visit the incredible Bwindi Impenetrable National Park to see gorillas and chimpanzee makes Uganda a place that is hard not to love.

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Their Sustainable Superpower

Poverty is a big problem in Uganda and a drive from Entebbe to Kampala can be quite an eye-opening experience, but the government is aware that tourism can play a major role in lifting the people out of poverty. As such they have passed policies which have helped in promoting sustainable tourism in Uganda. These policies include; the millennium development goals (MDGs), promoting good environmental practices, engaging the communities in sustainable tourism development and limiting damage by the tourists.

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Best Time to Visit

Most people visiting Uganda go there for the gorilla and rain forest experiences. And, by definition, rain forests are wet. Despite that the best time to visit is during the drier months which are from June to August and again from December to February.

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Unique Foods

Like many African countries maize meal porridges are the traditional starches that meals are built around - in Uganda it is known as Ugali. Alternatively, there is Matooke, which is steamed and mashed green bananas. Other local stables include stew like dishes made with a combination of groundnuts, beans and meat.

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Visa Details

Please consult the closest embassy or consulate of Uganda

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