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Visiting Uganda and Rwanda means you are set for an exciting safari filled with amazing experiences. Your Speke Holidays safari gives you the opportunity to immerse yourself in rich cultures, incredible wilderness areas and two of the most vibrant capital cities in Africa. Here are some useful tips and suggestions to make your safari with us even more enjoyable, and some sample itineraries designed to whet your appetite for an African adventure extraordinaire!

SAFARI ITINERARIES

Combining the best of Uganda and Rwanda

Here at Speke Holidays, we're experts at creating exciting safari itineraries that effortlessly blend the best of both Uganda and Rwanda, taking in the highlights of each country as you go. Here are a few examples of the kind of safaris we put together for our clients. 

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SAFARI ITINERARIES

Combining the best of Uganda and Rwanda

Here at Speke Holidays, we're experts at creating exciting safari itineraries that effortlessly blend the best of both Uganda and Rwanda, taking in the highlights of each country as you go. Here are a few examples of the kind of safaris we put together for our clients. 

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WHAT TO BRING WITH YOU

Safari clothing for every occasion

We always recommend packing comfortable clothing that is not too tight or heavy, as Uganda and Rwanda are in the tropics and the weather is generally hot and humid. 


Choose neutral and Earth colours like khaki, beige, green, brown and grey. Pastels are also good. Stay away from dark blues and black as they tend to attract tsetse flies, especially when you are out on a boat ride or game drive. White is lovely and cool but not practical, especially on game drives. Include long sleeved shirts and pants as they will protect you from the sun and insect bites. 


Some parts of Uganda and Rwanda can be really cold like in Bwindi and Volcanoes National Park, so do pack some light jackets or sweaters but avoid camouflage because in Uganda it can get you arrested! 


Closed walking shoes are a must, but you can also bring flip-flops (thongs) and sandals with you, as well as a swimsuit. And don't forget a good sun-hat and sunglasses!


One more essential item is a backpack to carry all your valuables, water and snacks, especially when trekking.

Safari clothing for every occasion

We always recommend packing comfortable clothing that is not too tight or heavy, as Uganda and Rwanda are in the tropics and the weather is generally hot and humid. 


Choose neutral and earth colours like khaki, beige, green, brown and grey. Pastels are also good. Stay away from dark blues and black as they tend to attract tsetse flies, especially when you are out on a boat ride or game drive. White is lovely and cool but not practical, especially on game drives. Include long sleeved shirts and pants as they will protect you from the sun and insect bites. 


Some parts of Uganda and Rwanda can be really cold like in Bwindi and Volcanoes National Park, so do pack some light jackets or sweaters but avoid camouflage because it is reserved for military personnel and banned as every day wear. 


Closed walking shoes are a must, but you can also bring flip-flops (thongs) and sandals with you, as well as a swimsuit. And don't forget a good sun-hat and sunglasses!


One more essential item is a backpack to carry all your valuables, water and snacks, especially when trekking.

Speke Uganda Holidays - Speke safari clothing

Trekking essentials

When it comes to trekking, here are a few more packing tips:


Include some garden gloves! These will help you when having to push away tree branches and grab hold of tree roots to pull yourself up. They also keep your hands clean for taking photos! Long, waterproof socks and/or gaiters are ideal for preventing cuts and scratches and for warding off ants.

 

It tends to rain in the rainforest so a lightweight waterproof jacket is a must. Water resistant long pants are also a good idea to protect from stinging plants and foliage, and for those times when you need to slide downhill on your backside!


You'll need proper hiking boots with excellent ankle support and good tread.

Speke Uganda Holidays - Rwanda trekking

Trekking essentials

When it comes to trekking, here are a few more packing tips:


Include some garden gloves! These will help you when having to push away tree branches and grab hold of tree roots to pull yourself up. They also keep your hands clean for taking photos! Long, waterproof socks and/or gaiters are ideal for preventing cuts and scratches and for warding off ants.

 

It tends to rain in the rainforest so a lightweight waterproof jacket is a must. Water resistant long pants are also a good idea to protect from stinging plants and foliage, and for those times when you need to slide downhill on your backside!


You'll need proper hiking boots with excellent ankle support and good tread.

Gadgets

Good binoculars and a good camera are safari musts. We recommend 8 x 42 or 10 x 50 focal length and magnification for game viewing and birding. Perfect for safaris and searching for wildlife, the wide lens gives you a wider field of view and a broad, magnified landscape.


While you don't have to be a professional photographer thanks to the advent of exceptional digital cameras, a good digital SLR or mirrorless camera with both a wide angle and telephoto lens enhances the experience, especially where game viewing and birding are concerned. Make sure to bring lots of SD cards or your laptop to download images to in between activities.


An iPad or similar tablet and a smartphone are also great safari accessories, with today's state-of-the-art cellphones able to shoot incredible video content and exceptional images.

Gadgets

Good binoculars and a good camera are safari musts. We recommend 8 x 42 or 10 x 50 focal length and magnification for game viewing and birding. Perfect for safaris and searching for wildlife, the wide lens gives you a wider field of view and a broad, magnified landscape.


While you don't have to be a professional photographer thanks to the advent of exceptional digital cameras, a good digital SLR or mirrorless camera with both a wide angle and telephoto lens enhances the experience, especially where game viewing and birding are concerned. Make sure to bring lots of SD cards or your laptop to download images to in between activities.


An iPad or similar tablet and a smartphone are also great safari accessories, with today's state-of-the-art cellphones able to shoot incredible video content and exceptional images.

Speke Uganda Holidays - Murchison binoculars
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