Road notes from East Africa
Permits, park fees, seasons and road conditions for driving yourself through Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania and Rwanda.
Uganda Self-Drive Safari: Required Documents and Permits
Getting stopped at a police roadblock without the right documents in Uganda is not a minor inconvenience — it can result in a lengthy delay, a fine, or your…
Toyota Land Cruiser vs Prado for Uganda Safari: Which Should You Rent?
If you are planning a Uganda self-drive safari, the choice of vehicle comes down to two Toyota models in almost every serious rental company's fleet: the Land…
Uganda Self-Drive Budget Guide: What Does It Really Cost?
One of the most common questions before booking a Uganda self-drive safari is: what will it actually cost? The answer depends on which parks you visit, how…
14-Day Uganda Self-Drive: Complete Circuit of All Major Parks
Two weeks in Uganda gives you access to the full sweep of what this country offers: mountain gorillas in Bwindi, tree-climbing lions in Queen Elizabeth, the…
10-Day Uganda Self-Drive Itinerary: Gorillas, Wildlife and the Nile
Ten days gives you enough time to cover Uganda's four premier wildlife destinations — Bwindi, Queen Elizabeth, Murchison Falls, and Kibale — without rushing.…
7-Day Uganda Self-Drive Itinerary: Gorillas, Chimps and Wildlife
Seven days is the sweet spot for a first Uganda self-drive safari. It is enough time to visit three major parks, complete two of the most sought-after primate…
Uganda Road Conditions: What to Expect When Self-Driving
Uganda's roads are the subject of more questions from self-drive visitors than almost any other aspect of planning. The honest picture is neither as bad as…
Best Time to Self-Drive in Uganda: Month-by-Month Guide
Uganda does not have a simple "good season" and "bad season" the way some African safari destinations do. It sits astride the equator with two rainy periods…
Kidepo Valley National Park Self-Drive: Uganda's Wildest Park
Kidepo Valley National Park is Uganda's most remote national park and, by many measures, its most spectacular. Tucked into the extreme northeast corner of the…
Lake Mburo National Park Self-Drive Safari Tips
Lake Mburo National Park sits just 240 kilometres southwest of Kampala — close enough for a long weekend from the capital, rewarding enough to deserve two…