Uganda & Rwanda Gorilla Trek & Safari
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Pre-Travel Form
We need some important information prior to your trip. This information will include your flight details which we need for your transfer. Please fill in this information as soon as possible.
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Arrival Details
Arrive to Entebbe, Uganda – Entebbe International Airport (EBB) - at any time on or before the first day of the tour.
Departure Details
Depart from Kigali, Rwanda - Kilgali International Airport (KGL) - at any time on the last day of the tour.
Airport Transfers
Airport transfers are included with your tour. You will be met at the airport. After you exit the secure area look for someone with a sign with either your name or the Women's Travel Club.  


 


If you have purchased your own pre-night or post-night accommodations (not through the Women's Travel Club) you will have to arrange your own airport transfer or take a taxi. 
Flight Information
The Women’s Travel Club recommends booking flexible/refundable air tickets when possible. Please do not book flights until your tour status is guaranteed. Once your flights are booked please enter your flight information on the pre-travel form above.


If you would like assistance booking international flights for your tour please use the form below. The Women’s Travel Club Flight Desk will work with you to arrange the best options.


Our Flight management fee is CAD 100.00 + HST, per tour.
Entry Requirements
Visa






For Canadian and U.S. citizens, a visa is required to enter Uganda. The visa can be obtained online. Visit this link for more information and to apply for your visa - Uganda Online Visa Application


 

Citizens of all countries get 30 days visa upon arrival in Rwanda, without prior application. If you plan to stay longer than 30 days after entering Rwanda, you must seek an extension before the expiry of the entry visa.


 




Passport




Your passport must be valid for 6 at least months after the last day of travel.




 


Vaccinations


A Yellow Fever vaccination is required for all travelers to Uganda. It is also recommended that all travelers be up to date on their regular vaccinations along with Typhoid and Cholera and take anti-malarial medication during this trip. Please contact a travel doctor or clinic for specific recommendations.


 


Proof of Yellow Fever vaccination is required for all travelers to Rwanda if you are coming from or have transited through an airport of a country where yellow fever occurs.


 


The Women's Travel Club recommends travelers be fully vaccinated against COVID. Some countries will require COVID vaccination to enter, it is the traveler's responsibility to insure they meet all requirements.  


 


Travel requirements may change at any time. Please visit your government's travel recommendations page. 
Canada - https://travel.gc.ca/ 
USA -  https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel.html
Connect With Your New Travel Friends!
Group Chat
Chat with others on your tour on our private, online network. Share information and ideas for your upcoming tour.


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Online Meet & Greet
Join the live, online meet and greet to meet your fellow travelers and your tour host. This informal online get-together will happen shortly before your tour.


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Suggested Packing List
This is a suggested packing list for your tour. Please keep in mind that your personal needs or requirements may differ from the items on this list.
  • Flight information and documents - eticket number
  • Travel insurance policy 
  • Passport (make a copy)
  • Visa (make a copy)
  • Proof of Yellow Fever vaccination (required)
  • Pen (please bring your own for filling our documents)
  • Bandana or buff
  • Binoculars
  • Camera (with extra memory cards and batteries)
  • Cash, credit card and debit card
  • Cell phone, tablet, etc with charging cables
  • Day pack (for daily excursions)
  • Ear plugs (if needed)
  • Electical adapter and converter
  • External charger
  • First aid kit (bring extra prescription medications in their prescription bottles/packages)
  • Flashlight and/or head lamp
  • Fleece top/sweater
  • Footwear including comfortable closed toe shoes
  • Hat
  • Headphones or earbuds
  • Light jacket
  • Locks for bags
  • Long pants, capris and/or shorts
  • Money belt (optional)
  • Neutral coloured clothing for safari
  • Personal entertainment (reading and writing materials, cards, music player, etc)
  • Refillable water bottle
  • Scarf or wrap
  • Shirts (blouses, t-shirts, tank tops, etc)
  • Sleepwear
  • Small travel towel (optional)
  • Smart outfit (optional for evenings out)
  • Sunglasses
  • Swimsuit and wrap
  • Toiletries (preferably biodegradable)
  • Watch and/or alarm clock
  • Windproof rain jacket
Weather
Average temperatures hover around 27°C (81°F) in the afternoon and 16°C (61°F) in the morning. It will be colder at altitudes above 1,300m (4,265ft), including the gorilla parks. June is the start of the dry season, but it still might rain.
Currency
There are no guarantees that your credit or debit cards will actually work in Africa. Check with your bank prior to your departure.


UGANDA:


The official currency of Uganda is the Uganda Shilling (UGX). Notes are in denominations of UGX50,000, 20,000, 10,000, 5,000, 2,000 and 1,000. Coins are in denominations of UGX500, 200, 100, 50 and 10 (rarely used). The US dollar, Euro and pound sterling are all recognized currencies in Uganda and both Euros and dollars are now widely accepted for cash payments.


ATMs are available in the larger cities.


Visa cards are the most widely accepted credit cards and American Express, Discover and MasterCard credit cards are rarely accepted.


RWANDA:


The official currency of Rwanda is the Rwandan franc (Rwf). However, US dollars are widely accepted. Cash can be exchanged at banks and private forex bureaux (bureau de change).


ATMs can be found in Kigali and nearly all major cities.


Visa cards are the most widely accepted credit cards.
Electric Outlets
In Uganda the associated plug type is types G. Type G plugs have two flat parallel pins and a grounding pin. Uganda operates on a 240V supply voltage and 50Hz.


In Rwanda there are two associated plug types, types C and J. Type C plugs have two round pins and type J plugs have three round pins. Rwanda operates on a 230V supply voltage and 50Hz.


 




A universal all-in-one travel adapter (can be purchased from retailers like Amazon) will allow you to plug in and charge most electronic devices. Most electronic devices have built-in converters. However, if you plan to use North American appliances like hair dryers, flat irons or curling irons you will need a converter.