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service agency that provides business and leisure travellers
with expert travel advice. We offer a variety of travel services
within Uganda and to the rest of the world, assisting you
with your requirements to and from destinations of your choice.
Travelling to Uganda is so easy. Entebbe International Air
port is just 39 kilometres from Kampala. International carriers
serve Entebbe direct from Europe, and through Nairobi,
hence providing connections with Africa's biggest gateway.
Uganda's equatorial climate is tempered by cooling breezes
from the mountains. The bushy vegetation is the result of
bountiful rainfall in two rainy seasons that fall around April
and November.
The
riotous colour of the vegetation, the dark primeval forests
with their unique, brilliantly colored birds, rich flora and
fauna, the realization of how close the gorillas and chimps
are to us as relatives are just some of the emotions you will
experience. Not forgetting the quite comfort and services
in the superb safaris, lodges, tented camps and guesthouses
in the national parks, transport staff, all add up to make
your trip a lifetime experience.
When
visiting Uganda the question is not, what will I really see?
But will I really see it all??. This means that you, the visitor
enjoy Uganda's splendid gifts at their natural best, and that
you are hosted by well informed, committed local people.
Book with African Greenwich Safaris Ltd and be sure to choose
from our various services offered. Then we shall plan for
you, the best itinerary that serves your desires. We shall
always be ready to listen in case of any change in your itinerary.
Our services include, worldwide travel arrangements, safari
planning and execution, ticketing (international & domestic
flights), car hire services "4x4" for game drives,
hotel and lodge bookings, gorilla and chimpanzee tracking,
white water rafting, flat water canoeing, bird watching, sports
fishing, bush and forest walking trail, high mountain walking
and alpine climbing, unique photographic expeditions, conference
and event planning, including trade delegations & cargo
handling.
Last
and most important is that you are safe and secure in Uganda.
The government is currently focusing on the resource development
of the natural treasures of Uganda's national parks and the
people who are involved in their conservation, interpretation,
management as well as the security of visitors, foreign and
local.
GORILLA
&CHIMPANZEES TREKKING
Please note that gorilla trekking is strenuous activity and
one should be physically fit to enjoy this safari. Minimum
trekking age is 15 years and chimps 12 years. Any one with
signs of communicable diseases will not be allowed to trek.
Maximum
time allowed with the gorillas will not exceed one hour. For
gorilla trekking there is also thepossibility of trekking
gorillas in Rwanda in case one is interested to trek gorillas
for a second time. We strongly recommend a rain poncho, knapsack,
long-sleeved shirt and trousers. Sturdy hiking boots, leather
gardening type gloves, sunscreen, insect repellent and any
necessary medications should be brought with clients from
Kampala. Cameras and video cameras are allowed, but films
and batteries should be obtained from Kampala.
Accommodation
In Kampala a number of good hotels are available to choose
from, so as to fit every budget. Elsewhere across the country
and in national parks, hotels and inns are generally available.
All our prepared itineraries start from Kampala and if you
require pre or post transfers to or from Entebbe Airport please
contact us so that we can make these arrangements for you.
Reservations should be made in advance.
Transport
The roads are generally in good condition. Four-wheel drive
vehicles may be required for upcountry use, especially in
the national parks. We maintain a fleet of saloon cars, minibuses
and four-wheel drive vehicles. Domestic airlines service all
important domestic destinations. Please inquire for further
details and tariffs.
CLOTHING
Light summer clothes all the year round, supplemented by a
sweater and rain coat/ poncho. For gorilla trekking and on
foot safaris sturdy walking shoes are essential.
VISA/
ENTRY
The government of the Republic of Uganda has decided to reinstate
the visa requirements
for all foreigners traveling to Uganda, with effect from 01
march 1999. Citizen of the following countries will however
continue to be exempted: Angola, Antigua, Bahamas, Barbados,
Belize, Burundi, Comoros, Cyprus, Eritrea, Fiji, Gambia, Grenada,
Jamaica Kenya, Lesotho, Madagascar, Malawi, Malta, Mauritius,
Rwanda, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Singapore, Solomon Island,
ST Vincent and the Grenadines, Swaziland, Tanzania, Togo,
Vanuatu, Zambia, Zimbabwe Italy and diplomats.
PASSPORT
Passport with a validity of more than 3 months from date of
entry into the country is required.
CURRENCY
The Uganda shilling is the currency used. It is used in denominations
of 1,000/=, 5,000/=, 10,000/= 20,000/= and 50,000/= Uganda
shillings notes. Coins are available for smaller denominations
of 50/=, 100/=, 200/= and 500/= Uganda shillings. The rates
vary from time to time but are posted at all banks and forex
bureaus .The rate as of 12th /10/2004 was $ =1750 Uganda shillings
and GBPI =3100 Uganda shillings.
BANKING
Several international banks operate in Uganda which include;
Barclays, Standard Chartered, Stanbic, and CitiBank. There
are also a number of local banks, which operate across the
country. Generally the banking hours are: 8:30 are to 4: 00pm,
Monday to Friday. Some institutions open longer hour and on
Saturdays half day. There are no legal restrictions on foreign
exchange transactions and currency is easily convertible.
Use only United States dollar notes dated after 1990. Also
note that dirty and torn dollar notes are unacceptable in
most lodges and hotels.
CREDIT
CARDS
The Amex, Visa and Master cards are only accepted in few choice
establishments in Kampala and up country
FOOD.
Fresh tropical fruits and vegetables are abundant throughout
the country. A wide range of dishes both traditional and international
is served in the hotels and restaurants. If you have any dietary
restrictions, please advice in advance. .
DRINKING
WATER
We recommend that you DO NOT drink tap water. Most hotels
and restaurants provide previously boiled water or you can
opt for several brands of mineral water.
MOUNTAINEERING
IN RWENZORI
Rwenzori Mountain National Park was re- opened for tourism
activities on 2nd July 2001. The packages cover trekking on
the central circuit for 7 days / 6 nights. Note that extra
days on the mountains will call for extra charges. The kind
of accommodation available is basic; mountain huts with no
other facilities except shelter. You are advised to carry
your own equipment. If you would like to camp make bookings
for tents well before arrival.
PHOTOGRAPHY
Though some types of films are available in many of the lodges,
it is advisable to bring films and batteries with you or purchase
them from Kampala. A pair of binoculars will prove extremely
useful for the keen game viewer or birder. There is no charge
for taking private photos and videos but there may be a charge
of commercial cameras in some places. Clients are responsible
for any such fee. High-speed film is recommended for gorilla
photography and high altitude filters are best for climbers.
INOCULATIONS
Health certificates may be required for vaccinations against
yellow fever. Check current medical advice on typhoid, cholera
and hepatitis. These diseases are not common in Uganda. Malaria
risk is general and a prophylaxis should be taken. It is advisable
to start anti malarial medications 10-14 days prior to arrival
and continue with the same for 12 days after leaving east
Africa.
LUGGAGE
Where possible, travel light. Baggage space on safaris is
limited to a medium suitcase plus a reasonable hand baggage
including photographic equipment. There is a baggage weight
limit when flying in a small aircraft of 12 -15 kilos per
person and with soft -sided baggage. Most hotels will store
luggage when clients are out for safaris
ALCOHOL
Several brands of local and international beers are available,
including leading local beers like Bell, Club, and Nile special
beer. Most spirits and wines are imported. There are no legal
limitations on drinking of alcohol in Uganda.
TRAVELLERS INSURANCE
It is advised to buy travel insurance through your travel
agent before coming to Uganda. However local evacuation coverage
is available in the unlikely event of a medical emergency
while out in the bush. Please request this at time of booking.
CLIMATE
Uganda enjoys ideal weather conditions ranging from the warmth
of lowland of the coolness of highlands of Kigezi that means
temperatures are between 21 and 31degrees centigrade all the
year round. Wet season are March-May and October- November.
There is no bad time to visit Uganda.
AIR PORT
Most guests arrive by air landing at Entebbe International
Airport; which is approximately 45 minutes drive to the capital
Kampala. Transfers to and from the airport are available for
any size group.
SAFETY
As regards safety of your property precautions should be taken
as in any major city. Unless safety deposit boxes are available
in your hotel or lodge, always carry travel documents, traveler's
cheques, cash and other valuables with you at all times. We
recommend that, you do not walk alone late in the night, but
instead take a taxi. We can arrange the safe keeping of the
passport and ticket in our office upon your request.
For
Further Details Email Us at : tours@agsgorilla.com
, mukasa@agsgorilla.com
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