Benefits of Booking Online a Self-Drive Car in Uganda
Booking online is one of the most used methods of hiring a car not only in Uganda but also in the entire world. To many, booking direct through an office is a bit very difficult and it requires getting direct to the office, that’s why many resort booking online which is a very convenient method of reservation. Traveling with big sums of money is considered unsafe and booking on arrival is a bit perilous. You may end up booking a wrong car which will not work for you. But remember since you have no option you may get a wrong deal hence over charged. Once you book your Uganda car rental online, you get the best deal and you find the car already booked for you and well serviced and paying online is regarded as the best method to use. Below are some of the benefits of booking online.
Selecting from a variety:
You should know that there are very many car hire companies offering the same service, a number of them have websites on which they can put their car hire fleet and other services they offer. so on the website you are free to select the type of the car which they can reserve for you. You are advised to select the type of the car that can fit your budget, the number of people you are travelling with and your budget plan. Once you select the car hire company to book the car with among the many, you can go ahead and write to them after confirming they will book the car for you.
Saves time:
Booking online saves time, in that there is no need of visiting the offices direct everything is done through online. After choosing the car hire company to reserve the car for you, they will go ahead with the arrangement. They will send you the bank account details for the money wire transfers. You either pay a half of the money and the rest you can pay on arrival or you can pay full amount, the car will be reserved for you. You can still pay through credit cards, master card, pespal so all these methods saves you from travelling with big sums of money since everything is finished online, you send the money before arrival and once you arrive at the airport the car will be met at any agreed upon point. it’s a bit costly in terms of time spent looking for a car hire agency in a strange country, choosing the best car and also making payment in office all these can consume you a lot of time.
Bargaining power:
Booking online gives you chance to bargain with different car hire companies until when you get the best price possible. There are very many car hire companies offering the same services but on different price rate. So online booking gives a chance to bargain until when you get a fair price, so this can help you to avoid over charged hence you may end up saving a lot of money you would have not saved if used another method. Many car rental companies’ offers discounts on their charges which you would miss if you book on arrival or on last minute booking. if you hire a car for many days, you are entitled to receive a discount, and remember during low season months many car rental companies offers a low price compared to high season. However, all this information can best be got when communicating with the travel agency direct through online, so getting a car at a cheaper price can help you to use the reserved money on anything else.
Getting enough information:
Online booking gives you more chance to get enough information on each car hire company until you choose the one most suitable for you. You can get to know their location, the car types, through online and you can also get more testimonies from earlier travelers on trip advisors so all these sources can give you confidence about the car you are making the reservation with. In case you want to know more about the company and their services, you can just write to them directly the staff will get back to you swiftly in accordance to what you want to know. For example any questions regarding to the car, routes, safety or an itinerary, they can help. So this will built trust about the company you are to book with.
Liberty to inquire from very many car rental companies:
Online booking offers an opportunity to inquire from very many car hire companies about the same service at the same time since you have the authority to send the same massage to more than 20 companies. From here you will get the best company offering you the best service at a lower price possible. You have the chance to choose from a variety of car rental companies for the best service; this will help you to choose the car that will work for you. Otherwise it’s very difficult to do it on arrival. Online booking is the best way for securing your car and getting the best choice so, we are always at your disposal to give you the best service. For quick search you can contact us on info@carhireinuganda.com
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Uganda Camping Equipment and How to Find Them
Uganda Camping Equipment and How to Find Them
If you plan to have an outdoor camping next season, then try finding the best of Uganda camping equipment to carry with for the utmost comfortable camping experience.
Outdoor camping in Uganda has gained much popularity over years so as to change from your day to day busy life.
Some days out away from hectic schedules provide much excitement and recreation options than any other holiday plan.
The Uganda camping equipment, required will depend on the location you have chosen to camp in. Since the camping places chosen are varied so are the camping accessories that are required for particular needs.
Most outdoor camping equipment accessories come in the shape of camping tents, camping stoves, camping clothing, hiking boots, utensils,chairs, tables etc. Some people like to camp in the plains, some in the mountain areas, some in fields and some in woods.
So as to enjoy the fun and excitement completely, it’s important to carry camping stuff that you will require during your camp stay. There are some hikers and campers who love to camp and discover the most extreme parts of the world. Therefore, the camping requirements differ from one person to another.
Before starting for any camping outdoor, you must buy the things that you will require.
So was to find the best camping equipment, it is better to find a cheap camping equipment dealer and order the stuff you want to carry along.
The light weight tents, portable camping stoves, handy weightless chairs, disposable utensils, sleeping bags,hiking boots, light fabric weightless clothes and other camping accessories can be bought online at the most discount rates.
It is good to carry camping equipment that is too light to so as to give you much freedom while trekking and hiking.
Many types of camping equipment are not cheap to buy and can be afforded only when you have a large budget. On the other hand, if you have a small budget, you can opt to renting. The activity of out door camping has been growing along side with car hire in Uganda. So for all those who would like to hire camping equipment on the road trips, the best is ti hire for the car rental companies.
Renting camping equipment is a good option depending upon how often you go for camping. Otherwise if you are a camping freak then, having a stock of your own camping gear is worth. For those who want rooftop tent camping, the best option is renting.
Have a great camping experience this season by keeping all your camping requirements toned up.
Read MoreTips to Help You Save on Uganda Car Rental
Car rental in Uganda is an impressive and considerably Budget friendly option for traveling through Uganda especially for independent travelers with personal interests like a safari vacation, business tour and a family trip.
However, it can come to be very expensive if you aren’t careful enough with the basics and tips or things to avoid when hiring a car for either self drive safaris or guided trips through the beautiful lands. Much recommended taking precaution of the extra charges and try avoiding them as much as possible. Make sure you pay what you were quoted in the price catalogue.
One of the mistakes people do is taking up extra insurance. Most car rental companies in Uganda provide comprehensive insurance for the car however, some people want extra insurance to also keep their belongings and themselves at no risk. This is hefty expensive for you. It is commendable to first check from your insurance company whether your personal insurance can be carried onto your car rental travel. This makes one compensate for the extra insurance you are supposed to pay for your own safety. Most car rental companies if not all extend their insurance only to their rental cars and if you prefer zero pay for risk or zero deductible, then this will be a little expensive for you.
Avoid returning the rental car without fuel. In most case car rental agencies Uganda provide cars to their customers with half or quarter a tank or a full fuel tank so that one can start his/her journey easily without first going to the fuel station. However, some customers return the car with no fuel or less fuel after their expedition in Uganda and this is violation on one of the common terms in the car rental agreement considering; violation of contracted terms comes with a penalty of a paying a premium fine that is more costly than refueling the car.
Minimize paying for extra services. For instance, car rental companies in Uganda charge for extra baby seats and GPS and yet these can be acquired on a personal basis. So make sure when you need any of these facilities acquire them from your home country; buy a baby seat and also download or update Google maps on your smart phones which can act as a gps for your navigation on trip so that you can save the money meant for these extra services. However if you do not want to pack a lot, consider saving enough more for the extra services provided.
Consider checking the car before your expedition. Most recommended to do a thorough inspection of the car with main enfaces on looking for any damages that are physical and mechanical. Also go an extra mile and take photos of the car before driving it. This is done to avoid the car rental agency apportioning the blame for the damages that may have already been on the car even before driving it. Put in mind that any damage caused on the car when you are driving it, the cost for amendments is on your bill.
Avoid returning the rental car later than the date or Time proposed. There is always a premium fine on any un-communicated late car returns for travelers who return rental cars later than the due date. This is usually because the rental car is a commercial car that any day not paid for is a loss and the car rental agency cannot bare with you in that regard. So you have to make sure you have to make sure that you have confirmed the drop off point so that you can deliver the car on time.
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Getting Up close and personal with Uganda chimpanzees
From the spectacular mountains to the rivers, lakes, wildlife, lash wilderness, thick misty forests, and to the friendly faces, Uganda truly deserves to be referred to as the pearl of Africa. Sure, the country is endowed with every bit of Africa’s tourist resources.
Uganda is home to many things: the rare mountain gorillas, Africa’s longest river, and now also prides in being home to about 5,000 chimpanzees scattered in different parts of the country.
These dramatic primates are the closest to humans, sharing with DNA of about 98 per cent. This means that they pretty much act and reason like humans, with their intelligence equated to a five-year-old child. Chimpanzees are social animals and live in communities headed by an alpha male.
Sadly, chimpanzees are top on the world’s list of endangered species, their threat to survival being typically from humans, their very own cousins. They are captivated, especially the babies for pets, poached for their meat, and the deadliest of all being the destruction of their natural habitat through deforestation, which has left a number of chimps homeless and vulnerable.
Where to find them
Chimpanzees are found in focus tourist areas of Kyambura gorge in Queen Elizabeth National Park, Semuliki National Park, Budongo forest in Murchison Falls National Park, Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, and Kibale Forest. Kibale forest alone has the highest concentration of about 1,500 individuals and it’s the best place to meet the chimps. Other places include the Uganda Wildlife Education Centre and the Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary.
Ngamba Island takes care of the orphaned, abandoned and rescued chimps until a certain point in time, when they are reintroduced to the wild. All these places are open to tourists who wish to spend time with the chimpanzees.
How to spend time with the Chimpanzees
One can spend time with these dramatic apes through the following activities; Chimpanzee trekking, Chimpanzee habituation, care giving, and viewing of the feeding. Meeting with nature is always an incredible experience but spending time with man’s cousins is certainly an out of the world experience.
Chimp trekking
Chimp trekking is an exercise that involves trekkers walking through the rainforest searching for the chimps in their natural wild. The trekkers are always escorted by a trained rangers from Uganda Wildlife Authority who are usually knowledgeable about the location of the families. Trekkers get a chance to watch the already habituated families up-close for one hour though the entire exercise takes about two-six hours.
Kibale Forest National Park is the most prime of all, consisting of many families. One cannot certainly miss to see the chimps. Other places include Kyambura Gorge, Budongo Forest and Semliki National Park.
Chimp habituation
Habituation is a process where wild animals are tamed to harmoniously co-exist with humans. In this case the extremely wild and aggressive families of chimps are slowly and technically made to get familiar to humans. It usually takes about two years for the chimps to fully adapt although it is important to note that wild animals are just that — wild. Thus they need their space. With this, the Uganda Wildlife Authority established a set of rules and regulations that trekkers must strictly observe while with the chimps.
Chimp habituation gives visitors a chance to spend more hours or even a whole day with these primates right from the time they awake to the time they retire to their nests. This activity is only done in Kibale Forest National Park and Budongo forest in Murchison Falls National Park.
Care giving
This is done at Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary where visitors participate in care taking of the chimps, from preparing the food, to serving, and carrying out medical routines, and updating the chimp diaries. This is by far emotional and interesting.
Feeding the chimps
Still done at Ngamba Island but this time visitors don’t get hands on but rather, they watch from the visitor’s platform as the chimps are being served with food, mainly fruits. There are lots of performances from the chimps too, as they display different survival skills as each member struggles to grab the fruits first and the most aggressive gets the lion’s share.
Have you been to the Reptile Village?
There is a little place hidden straight off the Kampala-Entebbe highway that only the brave dare go to, a place filled with things that the brave love frolicking with.
With lush green gardens, you will not expect to be jumped at by something that has been supposedly man’s enemy for generations.
It is the Uganda Reptile Village, a place that you would not expect to go to for a holiday in Uganda, yet one of the most thrilling places to spend a whole day learning about these misunderstood creatures that usually stay hidden or when seen they incite terror in most human beings. The founders of the village state that their main objective was to educate people about reptiles and at the same time have a habitat where they can learn about the many different species that can be found in the country.
The village was established in 2002 by Yasin Kazibwe, a reptile expert who is also reported to have rescued close to 38 different species of snakes that he relocated to the habitat between 2003 and 2008. Mr Kazibwe also wrote a “Snake bite” guide book and made a number of reptile documentaries.
At the village you will be sure to find a number of reptiles indigenous to Uganda such as snakes, chameleon, tortoises, monitor lizards and of course crocodiles. They are all kept in their respective cages with the crocodile enclosed in a huge pond.
Like in most African countries, whenever snakes or crocodiles are found they are either captured or killed but this village provides a safe haven for this poor creature.
Most of the reptiles found on the ground are mostly rescued from near death and brought to the village to be taken care of. It is even more interesting when you see the several chameleon species in a cage changing colours as they crawl around their home, such a beautiful sight to behold.
Most visitors to this place rush to the snake section. Even those with a phobia for reptiles would want to see them out of curiosity and there is a big chance of petting a python and the peaceful tortoises that are children’s favourites at the village.
The village will kill your fear of reptiles, especially snakes, with educational tidbits given by caretakers during the visits about what the animals are and about their nature. The best part about this tour is that it is something you do not expect to do, but you will find yourself enjoying every little information that you did not know about some of the species of reptiles that we have in Uganda. You will be shocked to know that not all snakes are killer snakes. For instance, there is one called the egg eating snake that is non-venomous and solely eats eggs and at the same time you will find the beautiful three horned chameleon.
The village can be found 3km from the main road.
Read MoreCan Someone Else Drive My Rental Car?
Can another person drive my rental car? If you have a plan to hire a car in Uganda for self-drive and probably need an additional driver, there are so many things to be put into consideration. However, it is also important to ask yourself the outcome in case someone else drives your rental car and it collides with another one.
On the other hand, it is good alternating especially on long trips for you to have some rest. Usually, it is only one of you to be considered as the main driver and adding another driver is equally easy when renting a car with us. It is possible to have 3 additional drivers in a rental car and even more however, this may come at a daily fee for every additional driver. But luckily it is possible for you to also bump into a special deal online for 1 or 2 drivers at a free cost-incredibly a good deal that is why we advise our clients to always double check with various car hire agencies as well.
Generally, the main driver is a person who is legally in charge of the car and also who signs the contract (car hire agreement). He or she is the one who reserved a rental car. Although the extra driver usually depends on the car rental company, the guidelines, minimum age and driving license are similar to those of the main driver. That said, eligible driver should be about 21 years and he or she should have a valid driving license valid for 2 years. In the same manner, there are guidelines to be observed by young driver and senior driver fees.
How to add an extra driver
There are various ways to add an extra driver on self-drive tour in Uganda or guided Uganda safari and this normally varies depending on the car rental agency you choose to deal with. However, it is possible to add an extra driver when you reserve a rental car online or while at the car hire agency’s desk. Payment will be made on the date you will be picking up your rental car. To pick up an additional driver, you will be required to visit the company offices on date you will be picking up your rental car for a road trip.
Requirements for car rental pick up
On actual date of picking up a rental car, you will be required to have a valid passport and driving license. Note, the main driver will be the only one to sign the car hire agreement and details of an additional driver shall be added as well. The fee for an additional driver shall be made per day!
Where need to add an extra driver, make sure that your car hire company knows about it and ensure you have inquired if there is possibility for you to do so. If there is room to do so then the main driver plus additional driver should go to the counter to present a valid driving license, passport and also meet fees where need be.
Please take note of 2 potential issues; firstly, breach of contract/agreement and this may make the car hire operator go to court in case of damages. Your insurance policy should also cover damages whether it is the main driver is with or someone else is on road trip with it.
Read MoreA Trip to Kibale National Park, the Primate Capital
Once a forest threatened by human encroachment, today Kibale National Park dazzles with sky-hugging trees and 13 primate species including chimpanzees that have even earned it the title of the “primate capital”. The concentration of primates in Kibale is matched by none in Africa and the park’s 1450 chimps represent Uganda’s largest population of the endangered species which carries up to 99 human-like DNA.
My three-day expedition to this 795 square kilometer jungle was nothing less of amazement as I bush-bashed to see how man’s closest cousin survives in this land of extremes. It all started like any other Uganda safari but ended in the most amazing way possible. From the city centre to Mityana Road through the Northern
Bypass sounds like a common story by a common resident of Bulenga. But the whole picture starts taking shape when you arrive in Mubende town although the feeling gets even stronger as you embark on a 26 kilometer dusty drive, southeast of Fort Portal.
Baboons line up by the roadside to receive guests at the forest gate. If you haven’t seen baboons steal then you are yet to see natural-born thieves and so it is discouraged to fling food at these cunning gangs while in the park because it tempts them into ‘bad manners.’ For me, the six-hour drive had sniffed the heck out of me and I couldn’t wait to reach the lodge and take a nap. I simply wasn’t in the mood to play a buffoon with baboons.
By the time I reached Kibale Primate Lodge – my home throughout my stay – I was very exhausted but if you are a nature enthusiast expect no time to rest because here nature never goes to sleep and wonder starts right at the doorstep of your room. Birds sing while monkeys, as if dancing to the tune, acrobatically leap from one tree branch to another – in your eyesight and earshot. Simply irresistible!
However, the best of the action comes the following day when you hit the road for chimpanzee tracking. Boredom is not an option here because there is more to awe you beyond the amazing chimps of Kibale. It all starts with the 351 trees’ species some rising up to 55 meters tall and growing up to 200 years of age. President Museveni once said that all medicine can be found in Kibale and it cannot pass without saying that actually Kibale is one of Africa’s foremost research sites thanks to the wide range of tree species and the primates.
With this kind of jungle you are always assured of something special– trees that send impotent men to a whole new world; those that heal diabetes, a tree that resembles a nude man and those that take animals to wonderland. The cathedral like trees provide shed to a collection of animals whose mountains of dung return the favour to the trees in the shape of manure.
Meanwhile, several species of monkeys share the rooftops of the thick forest. My guide, one of the most senior rangers here, Mr Silver Byamukama made it a memorable experience taking me to all corners he expected to find the best wildlife. He first took me to the Tree House which is just a couple of metres from the lodge. Here we met a Dutch couple who had spent three days secluded from the rest and they told us they couldn’t exchange their experience at the Tree House with anything.
The previous night they had watched a family of elephants march through an oasis that is just adjacent to the wooden structure – a playground for monsters. Through the house’s window you can watch animals eat, drink and play in the open grassland. In fact, we found fresh footprints of elephants that somewhat made our stroll a little complicated because we had to analyse every other footprint on the way and listen to every sound in the jungle. There is no worse nightmare than falling in an elephant ambush although it is not really hard to maneuver while in thick trees because elephants are not designed for zig-zag chases.
But Kibale still has a couple of other surprises under its sleeves. We also stumbled upon a green mamba which raced off on seeing us. The park also houses buffalos, leopards, warthogs, golden cats and duikers although I didn’t see any of the above because they are hard to see in dense forests. Most animals see you before you spot them and they always try to stay undercover. But nothing could stop our walk because the prize on the other side of the forest was a group of primates who are not far different from humans in behaviour; the animals whose reflection represents man’s behaviour some million years ago – indeed well worth the stroll through the deep jungle.
The legendary chimpanzees!
We were alerted by another ranger attending to a group of about 10 expatriates who called Byamukama saying they had stumbled upon a family of eight chimps. We rushed there and found the eight divided into four groups; a mother and a baby, four females grooming each other, one resting male and a juvenile who concentrated on trying to impress us by hanging in trees on threaded leaves.
When the bigger group of tourists left the chimps also descended down the trees to move somewhere else. This is when we got a chance to follow them on the ground. And it immediately turned into a ‘hide and seek’ game. They peeped at us and moved deeper and deeper into the jungle and the more we followed them the more it became obsessive and the more they felt comfortable with us. These great apes have been persecuted by man for thousands of years
but with Uganda Wildlife Authority curbing poaching and spreading the conservation gospel, human-beings have gained the trust of the chimpanzees once again.
But then something went wrong during our tracking – a disagreement between a male and a female chimp. The male brutally hit the female and the thud surged through the trees at rocket speed into our ears – a full grown male is stronger than five strong humans (think of five Golola Moses).
And what started as a one on one altercation ended with the entire forest engulfed into deafening whoops as the rest of the jungle residents reacted to the violence news. Byamukama told us that a few weeks back a group of tourists were left in tears after a huge alfa male chimp attacked and killed a stray juvenile in their eyesight.
One of the starnest jungle rules dictates that humans have to let nature take its course even when you see one animal killing another. The best thing about these animals is that they have learnt to respect an imaginary line between them and tourists. When their comfort zone is breached though, they will attack. But we held behind that ‘line’ tightly and I can tell you that the experience and knowledge I left the Kibale National Park with is something you don’t find every day.
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Planning a Gorilla Trek: All Your Questions Answered
It should be noted that gorilla tracking safaris are unique to other safaris- nothing is compared to gorilla trekking experience. The most interesting thing is that gorilla trekking is done on foot through the African vegetation, forests- moving up and down- crossing rivers- valleys and climb hills, indeed interesting even. The search for gorillas is some how strenuous but the thrill of encountering gorillas in their natural environment erases the hardship memories went through in trying to find them.
Do I have to be fit to take part in tracking the gorillas?
Some times gorilla trekking is done in higher altitude that offers diversified vegetation and landscape- thus requires high level of fitness as well as the interest to climb the slippery slopes through the dense undergrowth.
When is the best time to track Gorillas?
Gorilla trekking is done all year round but due to the rain forest climate, it may rain any day in the year, therefore, there isn’t a particular time that you should not trek
Is Gorilla tracking guaranteed?
It is not 100% guaranteed seeing them but also important to say is that we have not had cases where visitors do not see the gorillas during their trek. To make sure that you see them trackers leaving at day break to establish their location and then they radio the gorilla’s GPS co-ordinates to the park head offices such that by the time you set off the guide has an idea of where the gorillas are. These trackers follow the gorillas even as they move.
How do I suppose to dress while trekking the gorillas?
On a gorilla tour, expect rain at any time since it is done through the rain forest- therefore, carry rain coats. Bring layered clothes to keep you warm, wear long trousers to protect your legs from insect bites as well as long sleeved tops/ t-shirts.
Have a water-proof back pack to carry your camera, snacks plus drinking water. For a small price, you can hire porters to carry your backpack and assist you on the sheer slopes.
Can 14 year old person be allowed to trek Gorillas?
No, 14 year old person can’t be allowed to trek mountain gorillas – the minimum of 16 years old persons are allowed to meet gorillas in their natural environment. Young persons are not allowed to track gorillas because since they can make alarm amidst Gorillas- causing upset of gorillas.
How can Gorilla Tracking Permit obtained?
In order to track gorillas, you must be having an authorized document (gorilla permit), a maximum of 8 people are allowed to trek each gorilla group.
A tour agent will secure a permit for you in advance at least 4 months to your intended day of trekking. Currently, the Rwanda Gorilla permit goes for US$1500 each, Uganda gorilla permits cost US$800. Rwanda gorilla permits can be obtained from Rwanda Development board (RDB) in Kigali while Uganda permits from Uganda Wildlife Authority in Kampala.
The proceeds obtained are used in the conservation of the gorilla sanctuary, fight poaching as well as educate the surrounding local communities there.
Is this going to be covered by my travel insurance?
Certainly you need to check with your insurance company to make sure that you are well covered although they might ask for an extra premium payment.
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Is self-drive safe for Uganda Visitors?
Yes, self-drive tours in Uganda are very safe and secure! Self-drive safaris in Uganda or Rwanda have become the most sought-after safari experience by most visitors on African tour today. It is by far a new way for one to discover Uganda or Rwanda on his or her way unlike guided tours. With self-drive safaris, they are exceptionally adventurous in nature and worth embarking on whether you are a first time or repeat traveler on Uganda safari.
Whereas self-drive tours in Uganda come with lots of excitements on the other hand, we recommend our clients to always spare sometime to research in depth about the destinations they wise to explore whether it is safe or not prior embarking on actual trip.
However, Uganda and Rwanda are among a few destinations/countries in Africa that are safe and secure to travel. They have enjoyed the prevailing peace and security for that long which makes them safe and secure for one to embark on self-drive or even guided safaris. Besides the hospital people, Uganda ranks among a few safest countries across the sub-Saharan Africa.
Usually, safety and security begin all the way from Entebbe International Airport or if you are from Kigali at Kigali International Airport. At the airport, you will under go thorough check up on arrival and even departure. This is not to cause discomfort but rather to ensure that you and others are very safe and have the best of your self-drive trip in the pearl of Africa. It should also be noted that safety also begins with you first and that is why you need to be security conscious while in a new destination and do not take things for granted.
Once you are done with check-up process, now you will meet your driver guide who will give you a warm welcome and a quick briefing about what your safari is about. After, you will be driven to your destination or at your respective hotel. En-route, there is possibility of you meeting security/traffic officers but they shouldn’t scare you because their work is simply to monitor how people drive and ensure that there is smooth movement by all road users.
Cases of tourist getting lost have not been on record. Prior embarking on your self-drive trip to any part of Uganda, you will need a road map. While on the road, make sure that you drive defensively but within minimal speed. The car windows should be closed and do not drive at night or when you are drunk. Also, do not be tempted to leave your valuables in the car.
Keep left when driving in Uganda and avoid driving while drinking or at high speed. Be focused on your road trip and get the best of your self-drive trip with our 4×4 drive car rentals.
In summary, self-drive tours in Uganda are safe and secure. Get on the road trip using one our classic and comfortable 4×4 self-drive rental cars and experience the pearl of Africa.
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4 Tips to Choosing An Airport Transfer Service in Uganda
Are you traveling to Uganda for the first time and you require someone to guide you on your trip, You need the services of a reliable Uganda car hire company for a safe and comfortable road trip to your residence. Moving around Kampala city can be hard especially with the traffic jam that holds for a few hours and the passengers crowded will not do you good especially when you are a visitor. You can decide to use public transportation since it’s cheap but it’s not safe and so uncomfortable and arriving at your final destination takes time. However, when you use an airport transfer service car, you will be assured of trusted and very reliable service hence value for money.
Below are the 4 main tips to follow when searching for the best airport transfer services in Uganda.
Book with the right agency
Once you make up your mind about hiring a car for airport transfer, go online and look through the search engines and review websites of different companies to determine which company offers you an affordable airport transfer service. Visit the website and check out the prices, read past reviews from the customers and find out the latest discounts and offers. The best source of information include; yahoo, trip advisor, safari guides, as well as Google.
Book in advance;
Once you have made a decision on which agency who will be offering you their services, you are free to proceed and book online as early as possible. When you are making your travel plans about when and where to travel, you need to include transportation from Entebbe Airport to your hotel. Proceed online and search for a reputable company to book with and once the reservation is well confirmed, you are required to make a deposit or pay full payment.
Remember to indicate the flight details
When sending the inquiry, remember to include your full flight details like the airline name, passenger names, arrival and departure dates. This is so important as it allows the company to pick you up and drop you off on time hence great customer care.
Always include the type of rental car and the price
The type of rental car to use depends on the number of people that will need to be transported to and from Entebbe Airport. A coaster is good for large groups while the sedan cars and land cruisers are okay for the small groups of people from 1 to 4 persons. All the companies offer prices based one way transfer up and drop off with a driver and fuel.
In conclusion, always have the contacts and address of the company that is to operate your airport transfer.
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