Tipping in Uganda
Tipping is expected in Uganda. Not tipping can be considered rude.
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Tipping quick reference
| Service | Recommended | Range | Payment | Service charge? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Restaurant Tipping is customary; around 10% is standard for table service | 10% | 0–10% | Card or cash | No |
| Taxi A tip of around 10% or rounding up the fare is customary | 10% | 5–15% | Card or cash | No |
| Hotel housekeeping A small daily cash tip for housekeeping is customary | USh10000 per night | USh5000–USh15000 | Cash only | No |
| Hotel porter A small tip per bag for porters is customary | USh5000 per bag | USh5000–USh10000 | Cash only | No |
| Bar Small change or a note per drink is appreciated | USh5000 per drink | USh0–USh10000 | Card or cash | No |
| Café Small tips or tip jars are common at counters | 5% | 0–10% | Card or cash | No |
| Hairdresser Tipping around 10% is customary in salons | 10% | 5–15% | Cash only | No |
| Tour guide Gorilla trekking involves guides, trackers, rangers and porters; tips are customary for each | USh40000 per person | USh20000–USh80000 | Cash only | No |
| Food delivery A small tip for delivery drivers is customary | 5% | 0–10% | Card or cash | No |
| Spa & massage Therapists are commonly tipped around 10% of the treatment | 10% | 5–15% | Cash only | No |
| Valet parking A small cash tip when the car is returned is customary | USh5000 per service | USh5000–USh10000 | Cash only | No |