Covid-19

For information about traveling to Uganda, please check the following websites:

https://ug.usembassy.gov/covid-19-information-page/ and   https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/uganda/staying-during-coronavirus

And more information from the Civil Aviation Authority about arrival and departure at the airport:

https://caa.go.ug/category/covid-19-notices/

In addition to the existing travel restrictions, the Uganda government has announced new changes effective November 14th 2022.

The Ministry of Health now requires all inbound or outbound travellers to complete the Uganda Travel Health Declaration Form within 24 hours of arrival.

Travellers can access the form online at poe-screening.health.go.ug. Immediately after filling out the form and submitting it, the traveller will get a QR code they can save to their phone or print out to present to the immigration officer.

It's a straightforward process that anyone with internet access can fill out. We think it is to help track travellers and prevent the spreading of killer diseases worldwide. Please ensure your traveller fills out the form before they head to the airport.

All travellers should hold a valid COVID-19 vaccination certificate or negative PCR test with a sample taken at most 72 hours before they board their flight to Uganda. Children below 5 years are exempted.

Please note: Always check the latest information on the official Uganda website regarding Covid, as the information we have compiled might be out of date (as it is updated frequently).

For information about traveling to Rwanda, please check the following website:

https://www.visitrwanda.com/frequently-asked-questions/

Please note: Always check the latest information on the official Rwanda website regarding Covid, as the information we have compiled might be out of date (as it is updated frequently).

For information about traveling to Kenya, please check the following websites:

https://www.kaa.go.ke/airports/passenger-guide/ and https://ke.usembassy.gov/covid-19-information/

Please note: Always check the latest information on the official Kenya website regarding Covid, as the information we have compiled might be out of date (as it is updated frequently).

For information about traveling to Tanzania, please check the following websites:

https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/tanzania and https://tz.usembassy.gov/covid-19-information/

• All travelers must fill out the Traveler’s Health Surveillance form available at https://afyamsafiri.moh.go.tz/ between 48 and 24 hours prior to their arrival.
• All travellers must be in possession of a valid COVID-19 vaccination certificate verifiable through a QR code. The only acceptable vaccines are those approved by the Tanzanian government and the World Health Organisation (WHO).
• Guests whose vaccination certificates do not have a verifiable QR code will need a negative PCR test for entry. Exceptions are made such as CDC vaccination card which is accepted by Tanzania Health Authority.
• Fully vaccinated travellers will not be required to provide a negative RT PCR test certificate, and will be exempted from a Rapid Antigen Test upon arrival in the country.
• Partially-vaccinated and unvaccinated travelers will be required to provide a negative COVID-19 RT-PCR or NAATS test certificate conducted within 72 hours before departure to Tanzania.
• Partially-vaccinated and unvaccinated travelers, arriving regionally by air or on land, without a negative RT PCR test certificate will be subjected to a PCR test at a cost of USD 100 and self isolate while waiting for the results.
• Partially-vaccinated and unvaccinated travelers, arriving with regional and inland vessels, without a negative RT PCR test certificate will take a Rapid Antigen Test upon arrival in the country at a cost of USD 10 per person, paid in advance through https://afyamsafiri.moh.go.tz/. If the test turns positive, the traveler will be subjected to an RT PCR test at a cost of USD 50 per person, and will be isolated for treatment at the country's designated health facilities.

Travellers from the following countries, if entering without vaccination certificate, will be expected to undertake a Rapid Antigen Test upon arrival into the country:

• United States of America
• India
• South Africa
• Uganda
• Rwanda
• France
• Republic of Congo
• Egypt
• Malawi
• United Kingdom

ZANZIBAR:

Travelers flying to Zanzibar as first point of entry in Tanzania will need to fill out a Public Health Surveillance Form within 24 hours before arrival here https://healthtravelznz.mohz.go.tz/

Fully vaccinated travelers with a valid QR code on their vaccination certificate will be exempt from the PCR and rapid test requirement.

Not fully vaccinated/unvaccinated travelers will need to present a negative PCR or NAATs certificate with a QR code not older than 72 hours prior to departure. Travelers arriving from the above countries will be subject to a rapid test on arrival (USD 25 per person). Travelers arriving from the UAE (Fly Dubai, Emirates, Ethiad) will be tested for Exponential Deep Examination and subject to 35 USD fee – if found positive they will need to take a PCR test to verify.

Zanzibar rapid tests need to be pre-booked on the website https://zanzibarcovidtesting.co.tz/app/home

Please note: Always check the latest information on the official Tanzania website regarding Covid, as the information we have compiled might be out of date (as it is updated frequently).

Kazinga Tours NL is member of GGTO and Calamiteitenfonds, for extended coverage of (financial) problems of the Tour Operator and problems in the destination (like natural disasters, serious riots etcetera). So if problems arise in the destination or with us, Kazinga Tours NL, the client is (financially) fully covered. For travelers who want to have this security, we always recommend to book through Kazinga Tours NL.

The health and safety and well-being of all our clients is always number 1, so If there is a code red before departure we offer our clients the option to rebook to another date free of charge and if the trip cannot be postponed it is possible to cancel the trip for free according to the international (ANVR) travel conditions.

We already successfully postponed many trips from the beginning of the Covid-19 pandemic, all free of charge. Including rescheduling Gorilla and Chimp permits for Uganda and Rwanda free of charge. And apart from booking and organizing trips, we realize we are also good in rebooking trips

So if you book now and the situation around Covid-19 in the country of destination or in the country of origin is getting worse, we will postpone the trip together with you, free of charge.

To visit East Africa you need to go by plane, so a save way of flying is important. All the airlines flying to East Africa have taken the necessary measures, following the guidelines of the WHO (World Health Organization)

During your flight both the passengers and the crew wear face masks, while other measures include: extra cleaning, disinfecting door handles and other frequently touched surfaces and wearing protective gloves by the crew. The air in the aircraft is continuously refreshed with air from outside the aircraft, while HEPA filters are also used, to make sure there is enough ventilation to avoid the virus to spread through the air system. HEPA filters are also use in hospitals.

For more information about the measures the airlines have taken, please check out the websites of the airline you plan to use.

Below are the links to show the videos of the Covid-19 measures KLM and British Airways have taken:

KLM: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1-2OOj9DyPE

British Airways: https://www.britishairways.com/en-gb/information/the-ba-experience/welcome-on-board

Apart from the measures taken by the airlines, there are also measures you can take yourself:

• Maintain a distance of 1 meter (3 feet) between you and others as much as possible.
• Avoid contact with anyone who is sick
• Limit contact with frequently touched surfaces, such as handrails, elevator buttons and kiosks. If you must touch these surfaces, use hand sanitizer or wash your hands afterwards.
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth.
• Cover coughs and sneezes.
• Clean your hands often. It's especially important after going to the bathroom, before eating, and after coughing, sneezing or blowing your nose.

Below we share what travelers can do to lower the risk of contracting the Corona virus. Check out our safety tips for flying, choosing a hotel a destination, low-risk activities, and how to limit the spread of COVID-19.

With our tips and advice regarding your health and safety, you know what you need before you travel. Our tips and advice emphasize prevention because when travelling, it is better to prevent than to cure. You can prepare yourself by knowing what type of country you will be traveling to, and adjust your clothing and essentials accordingly.

If you need more information or have a specific question, please feel free to send an email to mail@kazingatours.com. You can also contact us on social media.

When traveling to Africa, it is good to know that there are some tropical diseases transmitted by insects, know what to look for and don’t let them bite you. The topography of the land may differ from place to place.

Please find below some things you should know before you visit Africa:

     1. Get the right travel insurance

It is important that you should always get the right travel insurance when travelling. Travel insurance will always cost you some dollars a day but it will literally save you tens of thousands of dollars in the event of an accident, and even save your life. With Corona this is extra important.

Kazinga Tours ensures that its customers are fully protected by their insurance cover with SATIB Insurance Brokers, on the points to be insured by Kazinga Tours

     2. Check your government travel advisory

Before your start planning a trip, check the status of your government travel advisory, and follow its advice. It is possible to travel to code ‘orange’ countries, but always check the specific details.

     3. Look for destinations, hotels, and operators that are following COVID-19 safety guidelines

Tourism is vital to economies of many countries and they are eager to welcomes visitors again. But they don’t want to risk of creating a spike in local cases.

In response, some countries have created certification programs that enforce certain standards of hygiene for hotels, public-facing businesses, and attractions. Safety protocols that businesses and attractions can follow have been put together.

So, one way to help ensure that your activities and accommodations are COVID-19 safe is to look for destinations or operators that are following the safety protocols, which you should ask before you book. Kazinga Tours has implemented the necessary SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures) and will only use suppliers who have done the same.

     4. Seek out countries where COVID-19 case numbers are low

Some countries have been relatively unscathed by the COVID-19 pandemic, at least so far. If a destination has few cases or hasn’t new cases in several weeks, the risk of catching the virus while being there is low. Wherever you go, it is safe to stick wide open places, and avoid crowds. For safari destinations this is absolutely possible.

     5. Take enough face masks, hand sanitizer and a packet of baby wipes

Preventing the spread of COVID-19 is a shared responsibility. Millions of people are dependent on tourism for their livelihoods but opening their doors puts them and their fellow citizens at a risk. So, if a country welcomes you, the decent thing to do is to comply with its requirements.

Carry enough face masks, wear a mask on your flight and whenever you are requested at your destination, and in public. Wearing a mask in airports, in public and on your flight is a good way to protect against coronavirus.

East Africa is a tourism hub in Africa but during the Covid-19 crisis the people working in tourism industry in these countries we travel to have been hugely affected including (tour guides, hotel employees and those working at the airports), porters, people selling crafts and suppliers to hotels and lodges. This means when you travel to one of the countries in East Africa (Uganda, Rwanda, Kenya and Tanzania) you do support the local people in a good way so that they don’t destroy the environment and we look forward to welcoming you soon.

If you need more information or have a specific question, please feel free to send an email to mail@kazingatours.com. You can also contact us on social media.

Disclaimer:

Please note the information about Covid-19 presented here is compiled in the best possible way, however, the situation in each country can change overnight, so it is mandatory to check the website of the authorities of the country of origin and country of destination as well, plus the terms and conditions of your insurance. Kazinga Tours can never be held responsible for any information about Covid-19 as it is for general information purposes only. You should not rely upon this information as a basis for making any decision about traveling.