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    Important Travel Information To Note

    VISAS

    • A single‐entry visa for Uganda is $50 and is valid for 3 months
    • A multiple‐entry visa for Uganda is $100 and is valid for 6-12 months. Clients visiting Rwanda who are beginning and ending their trip in Uganda will need a multiple‐entry visa for Uganda.
    • In addition to arranging visas through a Ugandan Embassy/Mission. Single‐entry visas for Uganda can be obtained on arrival at Entebbe airport and land borders for the sum of $50 payable in U.S. currency. The currency must be in good condition and dated from the year 2009 or newer. $1 bills are not accepted; therefore clients should be prepared with $50 or $20 and $10 denominations. Obtaining a visa at the airport or land entry point is a simple procedure
    • A visa for Rwanda is required for all nationals of the following countries (USA, Germany, South Africa, Great Britain, Sweden, Australia, Israel and New Zealand) and is available upon arrival at any Rwanda entry point without prior applications. The entry visa fee is $30, valid for a period of up to 30 days. Nationals of the mentioned countries may also choose to get a visa at Rwandan Missions
    • Nationals of Singapore, Hong Kong, Mauritius and Philippines are exempted from entry/tourism visa for a stay of up to 90 days.
    • Nationals of countries not mentioned above shall get visa upon application online before travelling and pay prescribed fee of $30 for a single entry visa on arrival. All travellers needing to obtain a visa before arrival in Rwanda, must obtain an invitation / facilitation letter from the Rwandan Government before leaving their home country.
    • A Yellow Fever Inoculation Certificate is required for entry to Uganda and Rwanda. This certificate is obtained from the entity or agency performing the inoculations
    • COVID-19 full Vaccination Certificate or PCR Test results showing Negative

     

     

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    CLIMATE

    Uganda and Rwanda have a pleasant climate year round with minor temperature variations. The altitude on a typical Uganda safari varies from 1,000 metres to 2,400 metres above sea level. Days are pleasant, 75 to 85 degrees Fahrenheit and nights are moderate, 50 to 60 degrees Fahrenheit. At higher altitudes it can be cooler, especially at Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. The green season is usually from April to May and again from late October to November.

    LUGGAGE

    • Soft‐sided luggage is required
    • Travelling light is always best. One medium or large duffel bag and one small backpack should be adequate.
    • All venues during the trip are casual and laundry services are available at all accommodations.

    MONEY

    The tour generally is fully inclusive as detailed in your itinerary. However, personal expenditures are excluded. We suggest that you allow US$ 25 per day to cover the cost of drinks, souvenirs (within reason) etc. Credit cards are not commonly used but are accepted as payment in most international hotels and better restaurants. Money is best exchanged at banks or exchange bureau rather than at hotels who will often charge 10% or more for the transaction.  Additionally you must be prepared to pay any visa fees in U.S. dollars upon entry and to pay any airport departure taxes. For most international flights these taxes are included in your ticket cost.  

    It is advisable to carry some US$ in cash, typically denominations bigger than twenties as these get a better exchange rate and should be year 2000 and above!! Small denominations will be necessary for small dollar purchases and will be accepted in most locations.  Do not expect US$ in change, however.

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