Frequently Asked Questions

Q:  What is the best time to go on safari in Uganda?
A:   The best times to travel in Uganda are December to February and June to September. 

Q:   What kind of clothes should I bring with me for my safari?
A:    Shorts, light weight tops and sandals for travel days, good hiking boots, sun hat, sweat band & gloves (for tracking gorillas & chimps), light weight rain gear, long sleeve shirt and pants (for any type of walking safari), a light backpack, sunscreen, and sun glasses. Most up market lodges have swimming pools, so remember your swim suits! Khaki colored clothing is advised since it does not attract insects and it is cooler to wear. Evenings may get cool, especially in Bwindi, Mgahinga or the Virunga (Rwanda) so bring a jacket and / or sweater. Also remember bug spray, especially if you are going to do any fishing. Favorite snacks, enough film and a diary may also be packed.
Chimp trackers undertaking activities at Pabidi (Budongo Forest) MUST wear long trousers.

Q:   What do i need to track gorillas and chimps?
A:    Being in fit physical condition is advised. Walking safaris and chimp tracking may involve hiking up and down hills, negotiating over muddy areas or small streams and sometimes going off track through dense forests. For clients who are gorilla tracking, porters can be hired to carry your back packs and help you up and down more mountainous terrain. Once the gorillas are located, all backpacks must be left with the porters or accompanying Park personnel. It is advisable to stretch your arms, back and legs before and after your tracking. Keep any valuables, money, camera film and anything else you do not want to be separated from in your pockets! It could take anywhere between 15 minutes to 8 hours to track gorillas. Time depends on how habituated a group is and your luck!

Q:    Are there age limits for any of your safaris?
A:    There are only age limits for gorilla tracking, and chimpanzee tracking, which is 15 years. Adults should be physically fit for hiking activities, which vary in length. Chimp tracking may last from 1 to 5 hours. As time goes by, chimps get more habituated and are easier to find and less time is spent in tracking. The same is true for gorilla tracking, but usually longer distances have to be traversed to find the various gorilla groups. The length of time for forest walks may be decided with the ranger guide and the other members of your hiking group.

Q:    What medical precautions should I take?
A:    Get a medical check up before coming on safari if you have had previous medical concerns, especially if you are tracking gorillas. If you wear prescription glasses or contacts bring a copy of your prescription. Carry all important medications in your hand luggage.

Q:   Can you arrange flying safaris?
A:    our tour company can arrange flying safaris upon request. Most Ugandan national parks have at least one airstrip, unless it is in a mountainous region. Bwindi and Mgahinga have airstrips near by. In Murchison Falls there are two airstrips, one on the South Bank (20 minutes drive from Sambiya River Lodge) and one on the North Bank.

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