Kampala, Uganda + Add a trip

When in Kampala, I stay at the Emin Pasha

I stayed at two hotels. The Serena is a large hotel that could be anywhere. The Emin Pasha is smaller, more sophisticated, and feels like Africa. Beautiful.

A phone store that doesn't rip you off

Working for a large NGO working on SMS development programs, we needed phones in bulk at a fair price. Being a horrible bargainer things were looking grim. Finally we found "Pick a Phone" They listed their prices, were nice and friendly, and had cheap phones.

If you need a mobile phone to simplify traveling around Africa of if you need a lot for mobile phone testing check them out. They sell phones one at a time as well as wholesale. And for the equivalent of $15 USD they can fit into any budget.

Pick a Phone Main Branch: 2nd Floor, shop #5, Rene Arcade, Next to Majestic Plaza, William St. Kampala, Uganda +251 (0)774972371 sales.uganda@pickaphone.net

Boda Bodas

If you are in the city center and going somewhere not too far away, don't be afraid to hop on a boda boda. They are cheap, efficient, and provide a unique experience of the city. The drivers are generally very courteous and charge fair prices (1,000 to 3,000 USH), just agree on the price beforehand. Though it is a fun ride, remember that it affords less protection than a car - something to keep in mind if there is heavy traffic or dangerous conditions.

an incredibly dangerous method of transport, fast and cheap sure, but not for the first time visitor!