What do I need to travel to Uganda from USA for safari? – Travel to Uganda from USA for safari – Gorilla and wildlife safaris in Uganda
What do I need to travel to Uganda from USA for safari? – Travelers from the USA visiting Uganda for safari can have their holiday packages well customized by Great Adventure Safaris with itineraries available at the best budget travel costs. Here are some of the frequently asked questions to help you plan your travel to Uganda from the USA;
Can a USA Citizen Travel to Uganda
The Uganda e-visa for US Citizens allows you to stay in the country for up to 45 days in total, and you have a single entry. The East Africa Visa allows you Multiple Entries. Since 2016, all US passport holders are eligible for a Uganda e-Visa which means that if you are a US Citizen, you can avoid the hassle of going to any Ugandan embassy to get your visa.
Do I need a Visa to travel to Uganda?
Yes, any traveler from the US to Uganda requires a Visa to enter the country. You can apply for an e-visa online. To get the visa online, you will require a valid passport, a copy of your passport’s information page, a passport-sized photo, and a vaccination certificate for Yellow fever.
In case you need the East Africa Visa then you will need the above and an addition of a return flight ticket and an itinerary. The East Africa Visa is much recommended for travelers who may not only travel to Uganda from the USA but also continue their visit to other East African countries. A combined East African safari itinerary can be provided for such travelers including Tanzania safaris, Kenya tours, or Rwanda gorilla treks according to the interest of the traveler.
Travel Vaccines and Advice for Uganda
For any travelers visiting Uganda, there are certain vaccinations that are needed to be received. Before taking a safari to Uganda, there are vaccines that are recommended. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the World Health Organization (WHO) recommend the following vaccinations for Uganda.
Recommended vaccinations include Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Typhoid, Cholera, Yellow Fever, Rabies, Meningitis, Polio, Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR), Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis), Chickenpox, Shingles, Pneumonia and Influenza.
There is a risk of yellow fever in Uganda and all travelers over the age of nine months must be vaccinated for entry.
Malaria spreads through infected mosquitoes and travelers are advised to take steps to avoid mosquito bites and take antimalarial drugs.
CDC recommends travelers planning on visiting certain parts of Uganda during the dry season (December-June) to have a meningitis vaccine.
Note: It is recommended to take these vaccines a month before your trip to Uganda.
Top Activities for tourists on Uganda Safaris – Travel to Uganda from the USA
Uganda safaris are so diverse and can be confusing to choose from. Here are the 5 best Uganda safaris you shouldn’t miss making part of your tour.
- Mountain Gorilla trekking
Uganda gorilla trekking safaris are done in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and Mgahinga Gorilla National Park in Southwestern Uganda. Gorilla safaris in Uganda started way back in 1993 when gorilla trekking was opened to tourists after a gorilla habituation process. A gorilla trekking permit in Uganda costs USD 800 for each permit sold to only individuals above the age of 15.
- Chimpanzee trekking
One of the most interesting primates to trek while on safaris in Uganda are the Chimpanzees. Chimpanzee trekking in Uganda is almost the second popular tracking activity after gorilla trekking. Uganda has a high population of chimpanzees with close to 5000 of them in the county most of them in their natural habitats.
The chimpanzee trekking spots include Kibale Forest National Park, Budongo Forest, Kyambura Gorge, and Kalinzu Forest.
- White water rafting
White water rafting is an activity for adventure seekers, adrenaline pumping and amazing. In case you want to have an adventure tour in Uganda, never forget to include a white water rafting experience on your trip. White water rafting is done on the Nile River in Jinja.
- Wildlife safaris
Uganda is home to a diversity of wildlife ranging from the “Big five” to the “small five” something that has made wildlife safaris in Uganda a top choice for tourists that tour Uganda.
Uganda is home to about 345 mammal species found in the 10 national parks, wildlife reserves, and sanctuaries. These mammal species comprise East African and West African species found in forests and especially savannah plains. The top wildlife viewing parks in Uganda include Murchison Falls National Park, Kidepo Valley National Park, and Queen Elizabeth National Park.
- Birding/bird watching
Birding Uganda should be a top option for all passionate birders since the country has more than 1,080 confirmed bird species within its boundaries. This is almost half of the bird species in Africa reason for Uganda birding safaris to be the top choice for any birder’s Africa bird watching tours.
Uganda is home to forest, woodland, water, and savannah bird species. The top bird-watching spots include Mabamba wetland, Bwindi forest, Murchison Falls National Park, Kidepo Valley National Park, Semuliki National Park, and more.
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