Best Time To Use A Rooftop Tent In Uganda

The Uganda safari landscape is divided into four major seasons. That is; December to the end of February, March to the end of May, June to the end of September and October to Mid December. Sometimes these are defined as low seasons and peak seasons while on other occasions they are defined as dry seasons and wet seasons.

The Wet Seasons in Uganda

Uganda usually has two major wet seasons; the months of March to May and October to the end of November.

The Dry Seasons in Uganda

The dry season are from the month of December to end of February. January usually has two rain showers that often come after the first week of the month. It is during this rain shower that most farmers in Uganda plant their seeds.

When Is The Best Time To Use Rooftop Tents in Uganda?

The best time to use rooftop tents in Uganda is during the peak months of December, January, February, June, July, August and September. These are the days when there is less rainfall. During this time, you will not worry about the tent failing to dry due to the previous day rain showers. This time of the year also gives you a chance to just sit outside and may be just read a book during your holiday.

Worst Months To Use Rooftop Tents in Uganda

The worst month to use a rooftop tent in Uganda is the month of March and the month of November. These are the months that receive most of the rain in Uganda. If you are to go rooftop tent camping during these months, it is recommended that you plan to spend some days in lodges since chances are high your rooftop tent might be still wet on certain days.

Land cruiser GX with rooftop tent

 What You Need To Know About Rooftop Tent Camping In Uganda

One of the most frequently asked questions in regard to rooftop tent is whether you can camp anywhere. The short answer is no. There are designated campsites and those are the places you should always consider to do your camping. However if you are interested in wilderness camping in Uganda, you can still pay for the service at any of the savannah national parks in Uganda. The national park will give you armed game rangers to watch over you during the night.

Most of the car rental agencies in Uganda offer several other camping gear on top of the rooftop tent. These include but not limited to sleeping bags, Kitchen ware, tables, chairs, fridge, gas cooker, storage box among several camping items.

Whether you are considering a chimpanzee tracking trip in Kibale forest national park or gorilla trekking in Bwindi impenetrable national park, rooftop tent camping is possible in all these places. Most campsites charge per person and therefore you might have to plan for $40 to $50 for two people. These places can also offer you some meals in case you do not have time to prepare your own meals for the trekking trips.

In case of any questions regarding rooftop tent camping in Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania and Rwanda, please do not hesitate to contact 4x4uganda for your rooftop tent camping experience in East Africa.