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The Pearl of Africa

Uganda

The “Pearl of Africa” — gorillas and chimps, the source of the Nile, savanna safaris, and the lush Rwenzori mountains.

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A mountain gorilla in the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

Ugandan kob on the savanna of Queen Elizabeth National Park

The source of the Nile at Jinja

Capital

Kampala

Language

English, Swahili

Currency

UGX (Ugandan Shilling)

Power

240 V · plug type G

Best time

Jun–Aug & Dec–Feb (drier)

Now in Kampala

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Icons of Uganda

What makes Uganda, Uganda

Mountain Gorillas

Source of the Nile

Savanna Safari

Crested Crane

Rwenzori Peaks

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Gear up

Travel gear for Uganda

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Plan & book

Get to Uganda & get around

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Do & see

Things to do in Uganda

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Before you go

Travel essentials

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Where to go

Notable places in Uganda

A mountain gorilla in the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

Half the world’s remaining mountain gorillas, trekked through dense rainforest.

Ugandan kob on the savanna of Queen Elizabeth National Park

Queen Elizabeth NP

Tree-climbing lions, elephants, and a boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel.

The source of the Nile at Jinja

Jinja

The source of the Nile — white-water rafting and adventure on the river.

The big picture

About Uganda

The “Pearl of Africa” — gorillas and chimps, the source of the Nile, savanna safaris, and the lush Rwenzori mountains.

Source: Wikipedia · CC BY-SA 4.0

The terraced shores of Lake Bunyonyi in the southwest

Before you fly

Visa info

Uganda visa: Most visitors use an e-Visa applied online before arrival. Check the official portal.

Visa rules change frequently. Always confirm with the official Ugandan immigration authorities for your nationality before booking flights.

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