[parmnion]

Patrick my ugandan buddy has almost finished building his village for his extended family and has kindly offered to take me out there for a month to be treated like royalty.


Im going to go i think.

[Smithy]

Ok bye!

[parmnion]

Originally Posted by Smithy

Ok bye!

Are you constipated?

[Withano]

I’ve travelled to a lot of places, Uganda is by far my favourite. Lived out there for over a year in total

[Nicky91]

i think very very warm weather, but i guess african nature has something special

but there are rebels so be careful and stay safe

[bitontheslide]

There are regular demonstrations and rallies across Uganda which can turn violent. You should remain vigilant, avoid large crowds and public demonstrations and follow local media for updates. See Political situation

UK health authorities have classified Uganda as having a risk of Zika virus transmission. For information and advice about the risks associated with Zika virus, visit the National Travel Health Network and Centre website

Petty and violent crime occurs. Take sensible precautions to protect yourself and your belongings. See Safety and Security.

Terrorists are likely to try to carry out attacks in Uganda. You should be vigilant at all times. See Terrorism

Avoid travel by road outside major towns at night, except between Kampala and the airport at Entebbe. See Crime

Around 15,000 British nationals visit Uganda every year. Most visits are trouble-free.

If you’re abroad and you need emergency help from the UK government, contact the nearest British embassy, consulate or high commission.

The Overseas Business Risk service offers information and advice for British companies operating overseas on how to manage political, economic, and business security-related risks.

Take out comprehensive travel and medical insurance before you travel.

https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/uganda

[Withano]

Also, its one of the only places in the world where lions live in trees... which is a bit terrifying but also super cool if you ever walk past one

[Withano]

If you go anywhere outside of the capital or Entebbe, people will often point and excitedly shout ’mzungu’ at you which literally translates ‘white traveller’. It’s pretty cute. Seems racist, but they half expect you do to it back at them by calling out their tribe name at them.