Footprint Handbook
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This updated handbook of detailed, practical information on East Africa covers all the 10 countries in the region. These include: the three great safarilands of Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda; the countries of the central mountains - Rwanda, Burundi and Eastern Zaire; and the nations of the horn of Africa - Ethiopia, Eritrea, Somalia and Djibouti. The attractions of the region range from wildlife and exotic beaches, to history. The handbook contains practical facts such as information on national parks and game reserves, accommodation listings and travel information. A 64-page wildlife colour guide section is included, with illustrations of the familiar animals as well as reptiles, insects, birds, butterflies, sea-life, trees, flowers and crops. Information on where to stay and eat is included, as well as on how to get about.
Uganda, straddling the equator and perched on the northern shore of Lake Victoria, is marketing itself as an eco-destination. Its gorillas represent perhaps the most powerful eco-image of them all, but there is so much more to Uganda. Travellers can go gorilla or chimp tracking; climb Mount Elgon or the Rwenzoris; look deeper into Africa's past with its Kabaka traditions; visit the Seses - tropical islands in a freshwater lake; speed down the River Nile in a helter of white water; or just sit and enjoy the stunning landscapes. Or the traveller can learn more about the country by taking a village walk or even do some voluntary work to put something back into the country. This guide to Uganda offers comprehensive information enabling the traveller to get off the standard trail and experience so much more of the country. The guide provides detailed information on national parks and game reserves along with up-to-date listings on the practicalities of travel.
Land-locked in the heart of the African continent, Uganda has a fantastic climate, an ever-changing landscape and people who are honest, polite and genuinely pleased to help. Footprint’s Uganda Handbook will guide you from the peaks of the Mountains of the Moon, through the Impenetrable Forest to the Source of the Nile, taking in adrenalin-pumping thrills of tracking gorillas and rafting some of the best white water rides in the world.
• Includes selected itineraries offering advice on how to get the best out of your trip whether you’re travelling for a week or a month
• Extensive thoroughly researched information to help you plan your trip as well as advise you on the ground
• Tips on white-water rafting, gorilla and chimp tracking
• The heart of the guide is broken in to the key regions of Uganda – Kampala & Entebbe, Jinja Mount Elgon and the east, Kidepo Murchison and the north, Fort Portal, QENP and the west, Sseses, Bwindi, the south and southwest - and gives you comprehensive information on each of these regions
• Each regional section has an overview map, local information on how to get around with transport and street maps where relevant, a short history of the region, thorough advice on what to see and do and a directory of key local information on banks, embassies, internet cafes and medical services.
• 32-page full-colour section dedicated to Uganda’s wildlife offering advice and information on what to see and where to see it
• Also includes a full-colour mini atlas to help you get your bearings
From the bustling city of Kampala to the heavily forested waterfalls of the tropical Ssese Islands, Footprint’s fully updated 2nd edition will help you navigate this vibrant destination.
• Includes selected itineraries offering advice on how to get the best out of your trip whether you’re travelling for a week or a month
• Extensive thoroughly researched information to help you plan your trip as well as advise you on the ground
• Tips on white-water rafting, gorilla and chimp tracking
• The heart of the guide is broken in to the key regions of Uganda – Kampala & Entebbe, Jinja Mount Elgon and the east, Kidepo Murchison and the north, Fort Portal, QENP and the west, Sseses, Bwindi, the south and southwest - and gives you comprehensive information on each of these regions
• Each regional section has an overview map, local information on how to get around with transport and street maps where relevant, a short history of the region, thorough advice on what to see and do and a directory of key local information on banks, embassies, internet cafes and medical services.
• 32-page full-colour section dedicated to Uganda’s wildlife offering advice and information on what to see and where to see it
• Also includes a full-colour mini atlas to help you get your bearings
From the bustling city of Kampala to the heavily forested waterfalls of the tropical Ssese Islands, Footprint’s fully updated 2nd edition will help you navigate this vibrant destination.