General Pre-Travel Information
GENERAL PRE-TRAVEL INFORMATION It is difficult to sum up the purity, naturalness, magnitude, and diversity of East Africa’s tourism options into a few words. East African countries of Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda and Burundi and the neighboring Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, offer a traveling experience that is incomparable to anything in the world. Nowhere...
How to get to Uganda & Rwanda
How to get to Uganda & Rwanda Entebbe international airport (Uganda) and Kigali international airport (Rwanda) are the major gateways to the two East African countries. Several international airlines fly into Uganda & Rwanda but mostly via Nairobi then connect to Uganda and Rwanda via their respective international airports. See next section; How to get...
Mountain Gorillas
MOUNTAIN GORILLAS As their name implies, mountain gorillas live in forests high in the mountains, at elevations of 2,000 to 4,000 meters ASL. They have thicker and denser hair compared to other great apes, which helps them survive in a habitat where temperatures often drop below freezing. But as humans have moved more and more...
Safari Packing List
What to pack for a safari Here are simple guidelines/a list of essential items that are a MUST have as you plan for your safari to Africa. The list covers general requirements that might be useful while on safari, so it’s not only limited to Gorillas tracking adventure. Daytime temperatures are generally warm in most parts...
Immigration and Visa
IMMIGRATION AND VISAS (UGANDA AND RWANDA) Adventure Consults’ visa information is very useful but serves as a guide. Entry requirements for different East African countries differ from country to country and can change any time, and at times at short notice. Each visa application is treated as an individual case, so we recommend that you...
Health Safety and Security
HEALTH SAFETY & SECURITY Health Seek medical guidance before traveling. Bring any personal medication required. Anti-malaria tablets and mosquito repellent are essential. Seek advice on vaccinations and inoculations that may be required. Travel from some African countries requires a Yellow Fever inoculation. Drink bottled or boiled water only. Medical services, especially up-country, are basic. Ensure...
Electricity, Internet and Telephone
ELECTRICITY, INTERNET & TELEPHONE Electricity & Voltage Uganda: 240 volts. 3-pin (square)
sockets. Rwanda: 230/240 volts at 50 Hz. 2-pin (round) sockets. Some facilities do not have power but arrangements for recharging batteries can usually be made. If you travel with a device that does not accept 240 or 230/240 Volts at 50 Hertz, you will...
Money – Uganda and Rwanda
Here are Adventure Consults’ basic guidelines on money/currency as you prepare for your travel to Uganda and Rwanda. The information given is as is at the time of compilation (December 2023) and subject to change at short or without notice. We endeavor to provide as accurate information as we can but due to unforeseen circumstances,...
Donations
DONATIONS In line with the donations, we believe there is need everywhere in the world; however, it is sometimes difficult to identify specific needs in places far from home. Over the years, guests who have traveled with us, always want to make meaningful contributions to help meet the needs of the places they visit. Such...
Booking Terms and Conditions
Booking Terms & Conditions and General information. Adventure Consults is an East African safari company based in Uganda, specializing in safaris throughout the region. We aim at providing you with Premier Safari experiences of a lifetime, whether you are searching for the amazing Gorillas in Uganda and Rwanda or marveling at the spectacular “Migration” in...