How Much Cash Should I Carry in Uganda?
The amount of cash needed depends on how your safari is structured. If accommodations, meals, and activities are pre-paid, you'll need cash primarily for tips, drinks, souvenirs, and incidentals.
For a typical week-long safari with most expenses pre-paid, budget approximately $200-300 USD per person for tips, drinks, and small purchases. If meals or activities are not included, add accordingly.
Tipping is expected in Uganda's tourism industry. Safari guides typically receive $15-20 USD per person per day, with trackers, porters, and lodge staff receiving smaller amounts. Having a supply of small bills ($1, $5, $10, $20) makes tipping convenient.
Keep cash secure and distributed among different locations—some with you, some locked in your bag, some in lodge safes where available. Don't carry more than you need for the day's expenses when walking in urban areas.
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