Road notes from East Africa
Permits, park fees, seasons and road conditions for driving yourself through Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania and Rwanda.
Queen Elizabeth National Park Entry Guide: Gates, Fees and What to Expect
Queen Elizabeth National Park has multiple entry gates and a layout that confuses first-time visitors. Knowing which gate to enter through, what to expect at…
Uganda Birding: The Complete Guide to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest Birds
Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park is not only Uganda's gorilla capital — it is also one of the most important bird sites in Africa. The forest protects…
Uganda Photography Safari Guide: Best Spots, Light and Timing
Uganda's national parks offer world-class wildlife photography opportunities that are significantly less crowded than East Africa's more famous destinations.…
Uganda Safari Solo Female Traveller Guide
Uganda is one of the safer African countries for solo female travellers and a growing number of women self-drive Uganda independently every year. The national…
Lake Victoria Uganda: Fishing Village Tours and Island Excursions by Self-Drive
Lake Victoria is the world's second-largest freshwater lake by area, and Uganda's coastline stretches for over 2,000 km of its northern shore. Most Uganda…
Entebbe Self-Drive Guide: First Day in Uganda
Entebbe is the entry point for most international visitors to Uganda — the Entebbe International Airport handles all major international flights, and the town…
Uganda Accommodation Guide: Budget to Luxury Near the National Parks
Uganda's accommodation near the national parks spans a wider range than most visitors expect — from USD $15 UWA campsites inside the parks to USD $800/night…
Uganda 4x4 Rental: What to Check Before Accepting Your Vehicle
Accepting a rental vehicle in Uganda without a thorough inspection is one of the most common mistakes first-time visitors make. Unlike renting a car at an…
Uganda National Park Rangers: Tipping Guide and What to Expect
Tipping in Uganda is neither mandatory nor expected in the way it might be in some other African safari countries, but it is deeply appreciated by the…
Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary: Day Trip from Entebbe by Boat
Ngamba Island, 23 km from Entebbe on Lake Victoria, is a chimpanzee sanctuary managed by the Chimpanzee Trust. It holds approximately 50 rescued chimpanzees…