5 Reasons Why Uganda is a Backpacker’s Paradise

Uganda is one of the ultimate destination for backpackers! Attracting thousands of backpackers every year, Uganda is one of the best destinations for budget travels. Get ready for some off the beaten track gorilla trek in Bwindi, thrill seeking adventures in the wild forests and little-explored gems. Of course, there are some savanna national parks where you can enjoy a traditional safari! Here are some of the top reasons as to why Uganda is the ultimate destination for backpacker travel;

Climate

Uganda is immersed in perfect good climate that makes safaris possible all year round. The country has two seasons; dry season and wet season. Both seasons make it possible to explore Uganda all year round.

Unique Wildlife

Uganda is supplemented with undulating wildlife species. From the rare mountain gorillas to the wild chimpanzees of Kibale Forest, Uganda has interesting flora and fauna.

Hospitable People

The people in Uganda are friendly and welcoming to each and every one despite the race.

Budget Destination

Uganda is one of the interesting destination pack backers enjoying the safari to the fullest with the possible minimum budget.

Cheap Accommodation

Uganda attracts people of all kinds of life style, there are lots of back packer hostels and accommodation that offer good customer services to the clients. Usually there is also an arrangement of the sort to tour with in and around Kampala’s night life .It’s a good idea to stay in the city to enjoy the nightlife, before embarking on another tour expedition.

Safety

Most back packer travelers are high risk takers who go extra mile to explore the hidden treasures, one of the reason that make it a safe back packer destination is the safety all around the country. Security is tight for both traveler and the locals that make it easier to visit and explore the country.

Cheap means of Transport

Less than 1$ you will be able to travel about 4O kms in a public means, transport is cheap in Uganda and can easily connect well to the desired destinations, challenge is up country where most of the hidden treasure is. Available means of transport in the city include, special hire taxis, bodabodas the quickest means of transport especially during the rush hour when everyone is stuck in traffic jam.

Affordable Touristic Activities

The country has a blessing of abundant tour features that come affordable for everyone, name it from game drives among its four savanna national parks, and launch cruises, meeting the indigenous local people. This all can take place from a single destination. Not   forgetting meeting one of the endangered world specie mountain gorillas in Bwindi national park and Mgahinga national park at a cheaper affordable price compared to the neighboring country Rwanda.

While backing in Uganda, there is no need to worry about food from the big malls street food is the way to go. In Uganda, you’ll find grilled chicken, kebabs on every street corner. The most popular street snack is a Rolex which is made of a rolled fried egg in a chapatti with a tomato-onion-paprika. It’s cheap and affordable and you find it cost saving.