Rwanda, the Democratic


Republic of Congo and South Sudan, but retains a colourful identity that is very much its own. The dark days of brutal ruler Idi Amin have long passed, and visitors can expect a destination accustomed to tourism. There are no direct flights


from the UK, but access via other hubs is straightforward. The main international airport in Entebbe is an 80-minute drive from Nairobi. And as of 2016, it’s been possible for travellers to arrange the necessary entry visas online at visas.immigration.go.ug. They are compulsory, and cost $50. As with many African destinations, yellow fever certificates are required and malaria tablets are recommended.


Tourists receive a very warm welcome and often a rapturous one where children are concerned


Culturally it’s a country of


different ethnic groups, with English widely understood. Tourists generally receive a very warm welcome and often a rapturous one where children are concerned. Christianity dominates in terms of religion, and while the food isn’t especially exciting – if there’s a national ingredient, it’s


78 travelweekly.co.uk 25 October 2018


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