Beach near Arua, Uganda

Arua Travel Guide

Uganda

Arua is a small city in north-western Uganda, with a population of 55,585. It is an inland destination, away from Uganda’s lakeside and coastal-style beach areas.

Most air travellers arrive through Arua Airport, which serves the city directly. There are no notable named beaches within 40 kilometres of Arua, so the city is better suited to inland travel than to a beach break.

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Local time

55,585

Population

3,798 miles away

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Pays in UGX

Plug type Type G

Emergency 999

Dial code +256

Tipping: Tipping is not obligatory in Uganda, but is becoming increasingly common, particularly in tourist-oriented establishments. It is always appreciated for good service.

Best time to visit Arua

Jan

31°1

Feb

32°2

Mar

30°13

Apr

28°17

May

29°13

Jun

28°13

Jul

26°19

Aug

26°21

Sep

27°20

Oct

27°22

Nov

27°14

Dec

29°3

Average daily maximums with rainy days per month, from the last three years of weather history.

Things to do in Arua

  1. Emmanuel Cathedral

    christian place of worship

    3.5 km

  2. Green Light Stadium Arua

    park

    1.7 km

  3. St. Peter's Church Ociba

    religious organization

    1 km

  4. ECSS - Unity Church, Arua - Uganda

    religious organization

    1.2 km

  5. The Greater Light Assembly

    religious organization

    1 km

  6. St. Phillips Church Arua

    christian place of worship

    0.6 km

  7. Emmanuel Cathedral Mvara

    christian place of worship

    0.6 km

  8. MCE Church Uganda

    christian place of worship

    1 km

Getting there

Arua Airport · 2.9 km

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