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Health Measures at Entebbe International Airport effective 23 May 2026
All travellers arriving at or departing from Entebbe International Airport (EIA) are required to complete a Passenger Location Form prior to travel. The form can be accessed via: https://poes.health.go.ug/declare/ All arriving and departing passengers (international...
Ebola update – East Africa
Amidst the current uncertainty surrounding the reported Ebola cases linked to the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), Uganda remains open, safe, and welcoming for tourism, business, and investment. The Ugandan authorities, together with regional and international...
Uganda Wildlife Authority introduces low season permit rates
The Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) has introduced discounted primate permit rates for April, May, and November 2026 to encourage travel during the quieter months of the year. These low season permits are available with immediate effect and aim to support travel to...
Landmark census confirms 426 chimpanzees in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
A recent census conducted by the Uganda Wildlife Authority has confirmed the presence of 426 chimpanzees in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, highlighting the remarkable biodiversity of one of Africa’s most important conservation areas. The 2025 Bwindi Chimpanzee...
Yellow fever vaccine no longer required for travel to Uganda
We’re pleased to share that travellers to Uganda are no longer required to present a yellow fever vaccination certificate at entry. This update simplifies travel planning and removes one of the more complex pretravel requirements, making Uganda even more accessible...
NEW Airlink and Uganda Airlines Interline Agreement
The new interline agreement between Airlink and Uganda Airlines offers single ticket connectivity between Entebbe and more than 45 destinations across Southern and East Africa via Johannesburg. This convenient link makes intra-African travel smoother and more...
Travel resumes to the Queen Elizabeth National Park
UPDATE FROM THE UK FOREIGN, COMMONWEALTH & DEVELOPMENT OFFICE The UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) has officially lifted its advice against all but essential travel for Queen Elizabeth National Park (QENP) and Semuliki National Park in...
Rwanda: Discounted Gorilla Permits for African Residents
Good news for African Residents planning to visit the gorillas in the Volcanoes National Park! The Rwanda Development Board has confirmed the extension of discounted gorilla permit rates for 2025. Citizens of Rwanda & East Africa: USD200.00 per person, per day...
Additional routes make travel to East Africa easier
From 30 March 2025, Airlink have added three-times weekly Johannesburg (JNB) → Nairobi (NBO) night flights (20:30 – 01:30). Flights are currently bookable. Air France resumes its regular operations to Kilimanjaro (JRO). Flights on the Paris (CDG) → Zanzibar (ZNZ) →...
Bwindi Baby Boom!
2024 has been a remarkable year for gorilla conservation in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park with the rainforest welcoming four new infants to the following regions: Rushaga The Nshongi group has grown to 14 individuals after Munini gave birth. Migogo of the...
Uganda Airlines is set to launch direct flights between Entebbe (EBB) and London Gatwick (LGW) in early 2025
Direct flights between Entebbe and London Gatwick will offer a seamless travel experience to see Uganda’s mountain gorillas, chimpanzees and incredible wildlife.