Does data work during gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park?

In the hub villages near Bwindi National Park, such as Buhoma and Ruhija, you can often pick up an MTN Uganda 4G signal. But once you enter the actual trekking routes, there are many dead zones in the jungle, so the connection can be unstable or drop out. We recommend downloading an offline map at your accommodation the day before the trek, and also using satellite-capable equipment locally to stay in contact with your guide.

Can I use the Uber or Bolt app to get around Kampala?

Yes. Both Bolt and Uber operate in Kampala, the capital of Uganda. They are much safer than the local motorcycle taxis known as 'boda bodas', and you can see the fare transparently, so they are popular with travellers from Korea. With your Yeohaengyusim eSIM connected, you can use the Bolt app to get into central Kampala as soon as you step off the plane at the airport.

I hear a yellow fever vaccination is required for Uganda. Is there anything I need to prepare before entering?

A yellow fever vaccination certificate (the yellow card) is required to enter Uganda. Before leaving Korea, you need to get vaccinated at a quarantine station or a hospital specialising in international travel and have the certificate issued. It takes about 10 days after the vaccination for immunity to develop, so it is best to get it at least 2 weeks before departure. For a visa, you can use a visa on arrival or an online visa (e-visa) obtained in advance.

Is cash or card more convenient when travelling in Uganda?

Major shops and hotels in central Kampala accept Visa and Mastercard, but in the small towns near the national parks and at traditional markets, cash (Ugandan shillings) is essential. ATMs are concentrated in Kampala and hard to find once you head into remote areas. If you bring US dollars from Korea before departure, exchanging money locally is convenient. With the internet connected through your Yeohaengyusim eSIM, you can also make good use of live exchange-rate checks and expense-tracking apps.

Can I use the eSIM in Murchison Falls National Park or Queen Elizabeth National Park?

At the lodges and gate areas near Murchison Falls National Park and Queen Elizabeth National Park, you can sometimes pick up an MTN Uganda signal, if only a weak one. But the signal is unstable on the safari routes inside the parks, so be sure to save your itinerary and emergency contacts offline. If you choose a luxury lodge that offers satellite Wi-Fi, you can expect a more stable internet environment.

Does eSIM work in Uganda?

Uganda supports eSIM, and plans start from ₩5,711. Install it with the QR code you receive after buying, then just turn on data roaming after you arrive and you are connected straight away. There is no need to swap your SIM.

Travel eSIM or carrier roaming: which is cheaper for a trip to Uganda?

For a short trip or light data use, a travel eSIM is usually cheaper. Unlimited roaming from Korean carriers costs about ₩11,000–₩15,000 a day, but with an eSIM you can buy just the days of data you need in advance. For a short trip for one or two people, an eSIM has a big advantage; for a family or very heavy data use, compare carrier unlimited roaming too.

Which carrier network does a Uganda eSIM use?

In Uganda it connects automatically to local carrier networks such as MTN Uganda · Airtel Uganda (4G/LTE, 5G where supported). Population coverage is about 60%. It picks the network with the strongest signal automatically, so there is nothing to set up.

Can I keep using my Korean number while travelling in Uganda?

Yes. The eSIM works as a data-only second line, so your Korean SIM and number stay as they are. Use the Yeohaengyusim eSIM for data only, and keep receiving calls, texts and KakaoTalk on your Korean number.

Can I add to or extend my Uganda eSIM plan?

Yes. When you use up your data or the plan period ends, you can buy a new plan at any time. Keep using the eSIM profile you already installed; there is no need to install it again, so you carry on without interruption.

Can I use tethering (hotspot) in Uganda?

Yes. In Uganda you can share your eSIM data with other devices such as a laptop or tablet by tethering (hotspot). Shared data also comes out of your plan allowance, so if you tether a lot we recommend choosing a little more data.

Do I set up the eSIM before I leave or after I arrive?

We recommend installing it (registering the QR code) before you leave, while you have Wi-Fi. Data starts when you turn on data roaming after you arrive in Uganda. Just remember "set up before you leave, switch on when you arrive" and you can use the internet as soon as you land.

Uganda eSIM plans

Instant delivery

A travel eSIM for Uganda starts from ₩5,711 and works as soon as you buy it. In Uganda it connects automatically to local networks such as MTN Uganda · Airtel Uganda (4G/LTE, 5G where supported), with population coverage of about 60%. Install it with the QR code before you leave and you can use the internet as soon as you land, with no roaming setup.

Sent instantly by email
30-day refund
Customer support in Korean
Credit card · Apple Pay

Uganda eSIM at a glance

Price: From ₩5,711
Local networks: MTN Uganda · Airtel Uganda
Network: 4G/LTE
Activation: QR code — install before you leave
Recommended data: Maps and messaging 1 GB a day · more room 2 GB a day · video: unlimited

eSIM plans you can use in Uganda

Data	Validity	Price
Unlimited	1 day	₩5,711
Unlimited	3 days	₩25,601
Unlimited	5 days	₩52,723
Unlimited	7 days	₩57,244
Unlimited	10 days	₩75,325
Unlimited	15 days	₩152,172
Unlimited	30 days	₩144,638
1 GB	7 days	₩7,519
2 GB	15 days	₩15,053
3 GB	30 days	₩19,573
5 GB	30 days	₩25,601
10 GB	30 days	₩48,203
20 GB	30 days	₩69,298
50 GB	30 days	₩126,557

Uganda, known as the Pearl of Africa, is a country that every nature-loving traveller should visit at least once in their life. The gaze of a mountain gorilla you meet in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, the raging rapids of the Nile, one of the world's three great rafting spots, the sunset over Lake Victoria — every moment in Uganda is full of scenes straight out of a film. But because this is a trip through some of the remotest places there are, Google Maps and staying in touch in real time matter more here than in any other country. It would be such a waste to wander around looking for a local SIM at a national park entrance, or to put your smartphone away out of worry about roaming charges. If you install a Yeohaengyusim eSIM in Korea in advance, you are connected from the moment you set foot in Entebbe International Airport after your transfer in Ethiopia. Yeohaengyusim will be with you so you can properly record and share every moving moment in Uganda.

Flight time from Korea

About 13–16 hours (1 connection, with Ethiopian Airlines, Kenya Airways and others)

Time difference

6 hours behind Korea (UTC+3, KST-6)

Best season to go

June–August, December–February (dry season, best for gorilla trekking)

Plug type

Type G (different from Korea, adapter needed)

Why you need a travel eSIM for Uganda

Uganda's travel infrastructure is still underdeveloped, so buying a local SIM can be trickier than you might expect. You can get a SIM at a carrier shop in the capital, Kampala, or at the airport, but the registration process for foreigners is complicated and communicating in English is not easy either. The further you go into remote areas such as Buhoma, the base camp for gorilla trekking, the border area towards Kigali, or Murchison Falls National Park, the fewer chances there are to buy a SIM at all. A Yeohaengyusim eSIM can be bought in Korea before departure and installed with a QR code, so it is ready to use on arrival. Based on the MTN Uganda network, it covers central Kampala and the hub areas near the main national parks, and you can keep searching maps and staying in touch at 4G/LTE speeds. Coverage is about 60%, an average level within Africa, so it is stable in downtown Kampala and at the main tourist sites, but it is good to bear in mind that the connection can drop deep in the jungle. Save important routes as offline maps in advance. Leave your existing Korean SIM as it is and simply switch on the eSIM in addition, and you can receive verification texts without any problem after you return home.

Network coverage in Uganda

Carrier

MTN Uganda

+ Airtel Uganda

Network

4G/LTE

Coverage

60%

How do I install a Uganda eSIM?

1
Buy a plan
Choose a data plan for Uganda and complete payment.
2
Scan the QR code
Open the email we sent and point your phone camera at its QR code.
3
Install the eSIM
Complete the eSIM installation as prompted. Doing it before you leave is simplest.
4
Connect on arrival
Once you land in Uganda, switch data roaming on and you're online.

1
Buy a plan
Choose a data plan for Uganda and complete payment.
2
Scan the QR code
Open the email we sent and point your phone camera at its QR code.
3
Install the eSIM
Complete the eSIM installation as prompted. Doing it before you leave is simplest.
4
Connect on arrival
Once you land in Uganda, switch data roaming on and you're online.

Which plan is right for me?

Short trip

For a short 3–7 day trip, an unlimited data plan is ideal.

Business trip

We recommend a high-data plan with plenty for video calls and email.

Long stay

Staying a month or more? A large-data plan gives the best value.

Family trip

Families sharing a connection across multiple devices should pick a tethering-enabled plan with a generous data allowance.

eSIM, local SIM or pocket Wi-Fi: what suits a trip to Uganda best?

	eSIM	Local SIM	Pocket Wi-Fi
Activation	Instant (QR code)	Buy locally	Pick up / delivery
Setup	2 minutes	SIM swap needed	Separate device
Price	From ₩5,711	₩10,000~50,000	₩5,000~15,000/day
Network	Local 4G/LTE	Local 4G/LTE	Local 4G/LTE
Devices	1 smartphone	1 smartphone	Up to 5
Flexibility	Top up any time	Fixed data	Daily rental
Best for	Ideal for travellers	Long stays	Families / groups

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