As in many African countries, it’s customary for Ugandans to exchange friendly greetings before launching into the topic of conversation. To be polite, you should stick to this cultural practice, even if you’re simply asking a stranger on the street for directions.
Public displays of affection are considered impolite in Uganda: so restrict your affection towards your partner.
Ugandan women tend to dress conservatively, wearing long dresses and skirts that cover their knees.
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Kampala, Entebbe and Jinja have the best selection of arts, crafts, curio shops and markets. In Kampala, Exposure Africa is the largest craft “village” in the city where you’ll find everything from drums and wooden carvings (go for carvings made from renewable woods rather than indigenous hardwoods) to sandals, baskets and jewellery, while the Friday craft market on Ggaba Road is a…
Because of its low rainfall, July is one of the best months for safaris and gorilla trekking in southern Uganda. In parks such as Queen Elizabeth National Park, animals are congregating around water sources, making them easier to spot. This is also a great month for gorilla trekking, as the mostly dry weather means that the paths are easier to hike on. It’s one of the most popular…
Credit: RoadTrip Uganda As with many safari destinations, if you want to save money on lodging on your holiday in Uganda, choose to stay at hostels and campsites outside of the national parks. Transport-wise, the most affordable way to travel is via public transport on buses and minibus taxis, although it’s difficult to reach the more remote national parks on public transport. If…
Tipping in Uganda is not obligatory but many travellers do leave tips – and this extra money really helps boost the income of people working in the tourism industry. For restaurants, you can tip 10% for good service, and if you want to tip a taxi driver, then you can round up your fare. It’s usual to tip drivers, safari and gorilla tracking guides and porters at the end of a safari…
Mihingo Lodge It’s standard to tip your guide and the lodge staff at the end of your stay. Lodges usually provide a communal tip box for leaving money for the cleaning, restaurant and maintenance staff (and they will usually give some guidance on the appropriate amount to tip). People generally tip their safari guide directly at the end of their stay. Be sure to check the child…
Credit: andBeyond March marks the start of the first rainy season of the year in southern Uganda, while it’s still dry in northern Uganda. It’s not an ideal time to travel for gorilla trekking and wildlife viewing. ...
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