Africa
Uganda
Gorillas, chimpanzees, the Nile and tree-climbing lions. Say oli otya, and enjoy the Pearl of Africa!
- Local time
- 17:06
- Currency
- UGX
- Calling code
- +256
- Capital
- Kampala
- Languages spoken
- English, Swahili
Eco-friendly travel
- Gorilla and chimpanzee permits are limited: book through official channels.
- On safari, stay in the vehicle, keep your distance from animals and never ask to go off-track.
- Never buy ivory, skins, shells or wildlife products.
- Bring a refillable bottle and refill from filtered water.
- Stay on marked trails in national parks and mountains.
The Zzz blog
Coming soon: the mosquito is on it!
