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Uganda - Country Information The land of the Mountain Gorillas… Uganda shares its Eastern border with Kenya and its Western frontier is the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Uganda has faced many tragedies since its independence but now has one of the fastest growing economies on the continent, and is a welcoming haven for travellers who wish to explore her tropical jungles and unique ecosystems. Uganda volunteer work - view volunteer projets currently available in Uganda Uganda Photos Photographs of Uganda.   Uganda Visas Most foreign nationals require visas to enter Uganda. Uganda Health, Vaccinations, HIV/AIDS & Drinking Water Malaria - Malaria prophylactics recommended by your personal physician are necessary. As well as insect repellent and covering yourself up with long trousers and light cotton long-sleeved shirts in the evenings. Vaccinations - Hepatitis A, Polio, Typhoid Vaccination against yellow fever is mandatory and be sure to have your vaccination record of yellow fever with you when you arrive. HIV/AIDS - HIV/AIDS is a risk and it is recommended that you take all the necessary precautions. It is not necessary to drink bottled water in Uganda. Uganda Safety The best advice is for you to be a well-informed traveller and that you adequately prepare yourself for your travel experience. African Impact offers 24-hour ground support for all our volunteers, and our coordinators will advise you on how best to integrate yourself into your country and your programme. Please see our safety guidelines for more information or contact us if you have any specific questions about travel safety in Uganda. Uganda Weather & Climate Equatorial Uganda does not have particularly distinct differences between the summer and winter seasons. Dry months: December to late February offers the driest and warmest temperatures. June – September are also dry and pleasantly warm. Wet months: Generally March – April, and November. Uganda Travel Highlights White water raft at the source of the timeless Nile River. Visit with families of Mountain Gorillas in the Jungled playground of the famous researcher Dianne Fossey. Meet the people of this mountainous land who are in so many ways untainted by life’s complications. Volunteer in Uganda Uganda volunteer projects - view Afican Impact's volunteer projets currently available in Uganda       print this page | bookmark this page (CTRL-D) | send to a friend back to top