Tips for Breathtaking Road Trip in Uganda
Road trip safaris is one of the popular safaris in Uganda. Adventure visitors who prefer to travel privately on their own, with freedom to adjust so quickly on their plan definitely choose to tour Uganda on road trip. Uganda has developed its infra structure like good roads, Accommodation facilities which makes travel easy and memorable. Although for most up-country destinations, 4×4 Uganda car hire is strongly advised due to some un paved trails, leading to attractions, though most of the roads are paved and passable. There is important notice to consider to have a breathtaking road trip in Uganda. Some of them are here below;
-Choose an appropriate car on your Road trip: This is very important when it comes to road trip safaris, make sure you book a car that will fit the number of people on your safari, mind about luggage, leg room and then windows seat. Everyone will enjoy the safari having seated on the window, having freedom to adjust for natural fresh air, taking good photos and many more. For group tours, some cars like Toyota Omni bus are recommended, Safari Land cruiser Extended, Toyota Super custom or when people are many more than 1 car options can be taken.
For small number of people, cars like Toyota Land cruiser TX/ TX. Toyota Rav4, Toyota land cruiser GX, Toyota land cruiser V8. Toyota Land cruiser LX and many more.
–Air conditioning: Make sure the car you book has air conditioning, this will make the trip run smoothly most especially when travelling in dry season, air conditioning is also important on dusty roads. When the car hire company delivers the car, visitors should ask question on how some of areas of the car function like Ac buttons and etc.
–Mechanical condition of the car: Before delivering the car to the visitors, it is proper for the car to be checked and repaired properly to be on the road. Visitors should check things, like spare tyres, Jake, wheel spanner, whether they are available in the car. First aid kits, Triangle, water for the wiper. All are important for the smooth running of the Road trip safari.
–Insurance cover: When the traffic officer stops you on the road, he will need to look at the driving license, insurance cover, capacity of the car and the mechanical conditions like tyres. Make sure when booking the car for the road trip safari, it has third party insurance, Comprehensive insurance, covering in case of theft and accident.
–Pop up Roof: When it comes to visiting wildlife parks, booking a car with rooftop tent is important, it gives a clear view of wildlife in the game drive, good photos will be taken. It is fun to raise a pop-up roof and then enjoy the adventure in the jungle. Many types of 4×4 land cruiser cars have pop up roof. Just inquire with your car hire company and appropriate information will be provided.
Have a valid driving license: This works on self-drive clients. To drive in Uganda, it is necessary to have a valid driving license, either local or international, they can both work here in Uganda. When booking Uganda car hire, the rental company will ask for a copy of your passport and driving license.
Have an itinerary for your road trip safari: Even though clients for car hire or road trip, they book most of other part of trip themselves like the Accommodation facilities, it is necessary to have an Itinerary in mind and book accommodation prior to your trip. This will save you from finding most of requited lodges fully booked Some activities like Gorilla permits and Chimpanzees can be booked from Uganda wildlife Authority by your car rental company in advance. Booking in advance for the car, activities and Accommodation facilities is crucial.
Avoid Speed: on your road trip safari, avoid speed. Have knowledge to drive in a foreign country, obey the road laws and sigh posts. This will save you from fines and penalties on the road. In Uganda, on a highway its 80 km per hour and in city town, its 50 km meters per hour. Put it into consideration and respect humps and Zebra crossing. Avoid speed, this will lead to smooth running of the trip without getting unnecessary accidents.
Park the car in the safe place; This is important when it comes to safety. Make sure you park the car in the safe place most especially in towns. Avoid leaving your valuables in the car and lock when leaving the car. At night, make sure you park where it is safe like at your accommodation facility.
Some other tips include, wearing seat belts, preparing for activities like hiking shoes, binoculars, check the car every morning before starting your safari, things to check include water in the wiper, and etc.
