Ninna writes: We were just in Uganda and had an amazing time! We used your guide book, which was of great help - informative, interesting and funny. Thank you so much! We were backpacking and realized that it wasn't that easy to get around with local transport. Perhaps (probably, hopefully) many more will be in … Continue reading 2016 trip report
Category: Mbarara
Nyore Hillside Retreat, near Mbarara
zdy1 writes: I recently stayed at the Nyore Hillside Retreat (http://nyoreretreat.com), which is near Kinoni, 16km along the Mbarara - Kabale Road and only 5 mins off the main road. This amazing place opened in 2014 and is already establishing itself at the best place to stay anywhere near Mbarara. Beautiful well equipped Bandas and also … Continue reading Nyore Hillside Retreat, near Mbarara
Uganda trip report, June 2012
General: - Maestro/MasterCard can be used with any Stanbic ATM, the limit per withdrawal was 250kS (250’000 Shilling), even if sometimes higher limits were stated on the screen; in my experience only one withdrawal per day per ATM, just try the next one for another withdrawal (mostly they have several) - Attention: Travelers Cheques are … Continue reading Uganda trip report, June 2012
Various updates
TRAVELLERS CHEQUES Do NOT take TRAVELLERS CHEQUES to Uganda. Stanbic bank no longer cash them apart from possibly in Kampala or Entebbe.. The only bank I saw on my travels that advertised cashing travellers cheques was Crane Bank in Kabale and there was a 13% penalty on £ sterling versus cash and about 8 % on US$. … Continue reading Various updates
Sara & Adrian’s updates
We've just spent several fascinating weeks travelling round Uganda (mainly by public transport) & have enjoyed the experience & using the guide. Below are a few thoughts/comments/recommendations: edition. 1. Re minibus-taxis, I'd say that the law of 3 passengers per row is strictly enforced in Kampala but did not find that to be the case … Continue reading Sara & Adrian’s updates
Trip report from James & Bonita
We really enjoyed Uganda. Its eemed a cheerful helpful place and my son really had a chance to play with local children here and enjoy himself. It is certainly harder going in terms of roads and facilities than the Southern part of Kenya, but frankly we didn't find that an issue and instead relished the … Continue reading Trip report from James & Bonita
Various updates
Hello, we, 4 friends from Belgium, travelled through Uganda with the Bradt-guide of Uganda. It's a very good guide with excellent practical information and idea's. I only have these new information/suggestions: -it would maybe be interesting to put a good roadmap (that you can take out of the book) of the whole country in the … Continue reading Various updates
Acacia Hotel, Mbarara
Mbarara has a new hotel called the Acacia Hotel on Kabale Road. It's very convenient for the University and Hospital. It's also near enough to various bars and restaurants. I liked staying at the Acacia Hotel because it is clean and modern. I was particularly happy to get away from other noisy establishments. The staff … Continue reading Acacia Hotel, Mbarara
Uganda Lodge, outside Mbarara
Ann McCarthy has just alerted me to the existence of this new lodge at Ruhanga, 40km from Mbarara. It sounds like an excellent set-up, with a strong community-based ethos - for more details check out their website http://www.ugandalodge.com
Ankole Riverline Hotel, Mbarara
Ankole Riverline Hotel is located adjacent to Mbarara bridge on Kabale Road Plot 89/91 It is 10 mins drive from Mbarara town. It shares borders with River Rwizi. Recently modified and decorated with the best designed 3 star facilities intercom, hot water with Sports channel on GTV and action on DSTV from rooms. Executive suites … Continue reading Ankole Riverline Hotel, Mbarara
