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Following the Presidential address on COVID-19 held on Sunday, June 6, 2021, Uganda Tourism Board wishes to provide more information regarding the guidelines on the use of tourist vehicles. All domestic and international tourists will be required to adhere to the following guidelines effective June 10, 2021; 

  • All tourist vehicles must be licensed by the Ministry of Works and Transport and attached to tourism companies registered and licensed by Uganda Tourism Board.
  • All tourists are encouraged to carry their detailed travel itineraries especially for inter-district routes.
  • All tourist guides accompanying tourists must carry their identification.
  • Tourists are encouraged to carry proof of payment for accommodation and tourist activity fees such as; national park entrance fees and permits where applicable.
  • COVID-19 SOPs must be adhered to in tourist vehicles with attention to social distancing, wearing of masks and sanitizing.

Tourism in Uganda remains open and accessible to all. To continuously explore and relish Uganda’s beauty, we call upon all Ugandans and tourists to be vigilant and follow the recommended measures by the Ministry of Health and report any suspicious cases to the toll free numbers here: 0800 100066 and 0800 203033.

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