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AIRPORT
Entebbe International
Airport is the main gateway from/to Uganda, it is 40KM from the
capital city Kampala. British Airways, Kenya Airlines, Africa One,
Gulf Air, Emirates, Ethiopian Airlines, Air Tanzania and Egypt Air
fly direct to or from Entebbe. A departure tax of US$ 30 per person
is payable by passengers on international flights at the airport.
For passengers
on private charter flights from neighboring countries it is no longer
necessary to clear immigrations at Entebbe Airport. It is now possible
to arrange for advance clearance at your proposed destination, saving
time by flying direct into the tourist region.
CURRENCY
The unit of
currency is the Uganda Shilling which is easily convertible to United
States Dollar and British Pound. The exchange rates of both units
fluctuate from time to time.
For visitors to Uganda it is safe to carry sterling pounds or US
$ (travelers cheques and cash).
PUBLIC
HOLIDAYS
January 1st,
Islamic Holiday (moveable, towards the end of March), Good Friday,
Easter Monday, May 1st (Labor Day), Islamic Holiday (moveable towards
the beginning of June), June 3rd (Martyrs' Day), June 9th (Heroes'
Day), October 9th (Independence Day), 25th December Christmas Day.
HEALTH/IMMUNISATION
Visitors to
Uganda are required to take vaccination shots against yellow fever
and cholera. A dose of anti-malaria tablets is strongly advised.
For those intending to go on camping trips, a mosquito repellent
is highly recommended. Bilharzia is common in some lakes and swimming
is not recommended except in designated areas. Only drink bottled
or boiled water; in hotels/ lodges safe drinking waters is always
provided. Medical facilities are easily available in all medical
centers. Please note that insurance should be taken at place of
origin before departure.
WHAT
TO WEAR
Clients intending
to engage in gorilla tracking and mountaineering in Uganda must
be aware of hash conditions. Gloves, Jackets, waterproof jeans,
jumpers, sweaters, sunglasses, strong working/hiking boots/shoes
are recommended. While on an any other safaris sports shirts, slacks,
light cotton dresses, skirts and tops can be suitable.
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