Some of the most interesting activities you can engage in is a City Tour during your Safari in Uganda. Although this activity is a very amazing one, in this article we have pointed out some of the safety precautions you should follow while on a City tour not only in Uganda but any part of the world. Even so, you should keep in mind that Uganda is among the most peaceful and safest countries on the African continent so be assured to have a great memorable experience during your Kampala City Tour. In Uganda the commonest city tour done is that conducted in the capital city Kampala.
Do not place your valuables including precious jewelry, expensive watches and money belts visibly. Only carry the items you will need for the day and leave the rest well locked in your room together with your travel documents and credit cards; preferably in a safety box if available
Carry a little cash with you which you will use to buy a couple of things you may need or a small souvenir, and don’t disclose where you have left the rest.
Never ever move at night unaccompanied; if you must then use a cab.
Try not to look as a tourist by wearing distinctive safari clothing, carry a camera around your neck, and your money belt so visibly. This will make you seem like a first-time traveler who can easily be misled.
Avoid excessively studying a road map or perusing through a guide-book while walking on the streets as this attracts unwanted attention from passersby.
Be suspicious of any individuals other than your tour guide who get really close to you while walking, however do this in a calm way that will not cause commotion. In particular look out for those who may pretend to be narrating sad stories about themselves. Some of them are not true.
When using the ATM machines, be very cautious and never allow anyone to assist you withdraw. While using this service, always cover the digit-Keys so that no one copies your pin number. In case you are suspicious of someone, simply go to another ATM elsewhere.
In case you have a bag, tightly hold it under your arm and don’t rest your bags on the ground. While enjoying your food or some drinks, tie your bag on the chair on which you are seated or wrap the bag handle of your bag handle on the leg of your chair.
When using public transport, never put your bags under the seat, as the person seated close to you may take it, or even steal some of your valuables in it, and afterwards put it back without you noticing.
in case you are carrying all your baggage and valuables, make sure that you keep your passports and bank cards in a money belt on you and hide it well under your clothing so that it isn’t noticeable to other people. That way, in case the bags get lost or even stolen, you’ll still have your most crucial belongings.
Always lock your windows plus doors while in your car especially when cruising in busy places. Never leave your car unwatched with important items or with the bags visible from the car windows. If anybody walks to your car abruptly and wants to talk to you, simply open your window just enough in order to communicate, but not very low that anyone can put a hand through the window.
