Uganda Handbook

3rd edition Sept. 2014. 272 pages. Leightweight hardback. Uganda has a fantastic climate, an ever-changing landscape and people who are honest, polite and genuinely pleased to help. The handbook will guide you from the peaks of the Mountains of the Moon, through the primeval Bwindi Impenetrable Forest and to the Source of the Nile at Jinja, taking in adrenalin-pumping thrills of tracking gorillas and rafting some of the best white water rides in the world. Great coverage of gorilla trekking; bird- and butterfly-spotting; climbing the Rwenzoris; game-trekking, whitewater rafting, fishing, cruising and canoeing on the many lakes. Loaded with information and suggestions on how to get off the beaten track, from rock paintings at Kakora to exploring the volcanic landscapes near Tororo. Includes comprehensive information on everything from transport and practicalities to history, culture & landscape. Plus all the usual acommodation, eating and drinking listings for every budget.