Camping in Uganda is slightly different than in many other parts of the world and certainly as an activity it's under-developed as is much of the tourism industry there. You are highly unlikely to stroll past a campsite rather camping is mainly limited to areas of land at places known as "resorts" which also offer other accommodation be they bandas, lodgings, hotels or safari tents many of which come with their own toilet facilities. However if you do take your own camping tent to Uganda you can still have a great time and many of the camping sites there are simply awesome in terms of scenery alone. Imagine
setting up your camp on an island in the middle of a lake or on the rim of a
volcano surrounded by forest and watching your neighbours, mostly monkeys,
ferreting around you!
We don't recommend simply setting up camp anywhere and urge you to restrict
yourself to established camp sites. There are snakes and other wildlife
throughout Uganda around and a solitary tent in the middle of no-where leaves
you vulnerable. Here we list camping sites in Uganda that are established and where you can book
in advance.
Others are available however many operate on a "turn up and see if we are open"
basis and given that most travelling in Western Uganda won't have their own
transport that doesn't always work out for the best especially if you find
yourself in the middle of no-where with dusk fast approaching.
If you know of other camping sites in Uganda get in touch and let us know
using our contact form and if you have stayed at these or other sites why not
write a review to let others know of your experience! We'd love to hear from
you!
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As yet largely uncommercialised,
Western Uganda has many tourist
attractions for the explorer to visit.
As well as the main tourist attractions
there are many other activities
to enjoy in Western Uganda.
A guide to the main towns in and
around Western Uganda, where to stay,
eat and things to see and do.
A comprehensive guide to the best
places to stay when visiting Western
Uganda from hotels to camp sites.