​Malaria & Safety – Budongo Forest

Philip Briggs
Expert
By Philip Briggs

Philip is a renowned Africa expert and author of many Bradt guidebooks to African destinations, including the guide to Uganda.

Philip is a renowned Africa expert and author of many Bradt guidebooks to African destinations, including the guide to Uganda.

Philip is a renowned Africa expert and author of the Bradt guidebook to Uganda.

Philip is the author of the Bradt guidebook to Uganda.

Safety

Budongo Forest is very safe to visit in our opinion. There is almost no crime in Uganda’s wildlife reserves and parks. Your guide will always look after your safety. To obtain the most up-to-date information about safety in Budongo Forest and Uganda in general, travel advisories are worth checking (see the ‘Safety & Security – Uganda’ link below).

Malaria & Vaccinations

Precautions against malaria and certain vaccinations are advised (consult your local travel clinic or doctor). Protection against malaria includes taking antimalarial medication and using mosquito repellent (those containing DEET are most effective). You should also cover up exposed skin in the evening when mosquitoes are most active.

Chimp Trekking

Chimp trekking is considered very safe. As long as you follow the directions from your guide, the habituated chimpanzees are no threat. Pay attention also during the safety briefing before your chimp trek. For more tips, please check the ‘Chimp Trekking Safety Precautions’ below.

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