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Lake Bunyonyi
5 Mar

Things to do in Lake Bunyonyi

Lake Bunyonyi is found in Kibale District which is in the south-western part of Uganda in Kabale District. Lake Bunyonyi is one of the deepest lakes in Africa and a leading tourist destination in Uganda. The lake attracts tourists, honeymooners and Ugandans who wish to...

Student tours in Uganda
5 Mar

Student Trips and Educational Tours in Uganda

Uganda is one of the best Travel destinations for foreign students looking to experience the African culture, people and the wildlife. Uganda is excellent for student research, field trips and other educational tours. The country has many research centers, cultural, historical and religious sites. Uganda...

4 Mar

Road Trips in Uganda – How to Plan and Where to go

Uganda is one of the top Travel destinations in Africa. The country has green landscapes, towering mountains, beautiful lakes, rivers, waterfalls, cultural heritage sites and an amazing collection of wildlife. All these amazing attractions and features are spread out equally in each part of the...

Things to do in Rwanda
2 Mar

Tourist attractions in Rwanda

Rwanda is a landlocked country found in East Africa and covers an area of 26,338 square kilometers. Rwanda shares borders with Uganda, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Burundi and Tanzania. The country is known for beautiful hills, volcanoes and wildlife including the famous mountain gorillas....

Ssezibwa Falls
1 Mar

Ssezibwa Falls in Uganda – Activities and History

The Ssezibwa Falls are located 32 kilometers away from Kampala city along the main road between Kampala and Jinja in the District of Mukono. The Ssezibwa falls are a result of water squeezing through narrow openings n rock and dropping at great speed (17 meters)...

How safe is Uganda for female Travelers?
1 Mar

Is it safe for Women to travel solo in Uganda and Rwanda

Is it safe for women to travel solo in Rwanda and Uganda? Although many countries have been putting concerted efforts to ensure safety for lone female Travelers, they may still encounter challenges while traveling abroad that ranges from discrimination and sexual abuse among others. We...

Packing list for a safari in Rwanda
26 Feb

Packing List for a Safari in Rwanda

Rwanda continues to receive more and more people visiting the country for both tourism and business purposes. The capital Kigali is regarded as one of the cleanest cities in Africa. Cleanliness aside, what sets Rwanda apart are the green terraced hills, beautiful lakes, volcanoes and...

2 Days Masai Mara safari
25 Feb

2 Days Masai Mara Safari

2 Days Masai Mara Safari Package is designed for those who have no spare time for a more comprehensive tour of the reserve. It is also excellent for international travelers attending a workshop in Nairobi or expatriates with no work over the weekend. This 2...

Cost of a safari in Akagera national park
25 Feb

Cost of a Safari in Akagera National Park

Akagera National Park is the largest wildlife sanctuary in Rwanda. It is the only savanna national park in the country and the only one offering the opportunity to observe the big 5 animals (lions, elephants, buffaloes, giraffes and leopards). Akagera National Park is located not...

Is Uganda all about gorillas?
24 Feb

Is Uganda all About Gorillas?

Is Uganda all about gorillas? Uganda is famous as an excellent destination for observing wild primates and especially mountain gorillas. Uganda offers much more affordable gorilla trekking experiences compared to Rwanda. A Gorilla permit in Uganda costs $800 compared to the $1500 charged in Rwanda....

24 Feb

Activities in Maramagambo Forest Uganda

Maramagambo forest is found in the district of Bushenyi in Uganda. It is part of Queen Elizabeth National Park and is one of the largest forests in East Africa. The forest starts from an escapement in Kichwamba and all the way to Lake Edward. The...

Okapi Wildlife Reserve
24 Feb

Okapi Wildlife Reserve in Congo

The Okapi Wildlife Reserve is one of the largest wildlife conservation areas in the Democratic Republic of Congo. It is a UNESCO World Heritage site found in the north eastern part of the country, close to the borders of Uganda and South Sudan. The reserve...

Cultural Sites in Uganda
24 Feb

Cultural Tourism Sites in Uganda

Cultural Tours in Uganda are not as popular as visiting mountain gorillas and game drives. This shouldn’t be the case because Uganda has so much to offer beyond wildlife. Apart from the wildlife and beautiful landscapes, there are many other reasons why Uganda is referred...

Facts about Rwanda
23 Feb

Key Facts About Rwanda

Rwanda is a landlocked East African country that is well known for beautiful scenery, volcanoes and countless hills . Rwanda is one of the smallest countries in Africa with a land area of 26,338 square kilometers. Much of the country is composed of beautiful hills...

Plan a trip to Uganda
23 Feb

How to Plan a Trip to Uganda

Commonly referred to as the "pearl of Africa", Uganda continues to register an annual increase in the number of tourists from all over the world. The natural beauty of Uganda is unmatched and is why tourists visit even when the country is aggressive in marketing....

Things to do and see in Uganda
23 Feb

Incredible Things To Do in Uganda

Uganda is blessed with incredible diversity and is not just about gorilla trekking. Uganda has it all from the climate, people, national parks, hot springs, waterfalls, snow-peaked mountains, dense forests, rivers and Lakes. For these reasons, Winston Churchill described her as the “Pearl of Africa”....

Tourist attractions in Kampala
22 Feb

Things To Do and Where to Hangout in Kampala

Uganda is blessed with amazing tourist attractions. Talk of national parks like Queen Elizabeth, Murchison Falls, Kidepo and Bwindi Impenetrable forest. Tourists can take part in amazing activities like gorilla trekking, mountain hiking, whitewater rafting in Jinja, visiting lake Bunyonyi and the Ssese Islands in...

2 Days Serengeti Wildlife Safari
22 Feb

2 Days Serengeti Safari Tanzania from Arusha or Mwanza

2 Days Serengeti Safari starting from Arusha or Mwanza is designed for tourists who are in Tanzania for a short time. It is also recommended for both local and international Travelers who don’t have enough time to spare for a longer safari. The package includes...

Pian Upe Game Reserve
22 Feb

Pian Upe Game Reserve

Pian Upe Game Reserve is one of the largest wildlife conservation areas in Uganda. It is only second only to the Murchison Falls National Park. The Reserve is located in Nakapiriprit District in North Eastern Uganda which is part of the wider Karamoja region. The...

Sipi Falls
21 Feb

Sipi Falls Uganda

The Sipi Falls are arguably the most beautiful waterfalls in Uganda. They are also one of the most visited tourism sites in Uganda. The Sipi Falls consist of 3 waterfalls including Simba and Ngasire. These waterfalls are separated by steep hillsides in the District of...

A safari in Murchison Falls and Queen Elizabeth National Park
20 Feb

6 Days Queen Elizabeth and Murchison Falls safari

6 Days safari in Queen Elizabeth and Murchison Falls National Park takes you to two of Uganda’s most visited and amazing wildlife conservation areas. Expect to spot all of the big 5 (Lions, Rhinos, Buffaloes, Leopards, Elephants), warthogs, giraffes and the Jackson’s hartebeests. Apart from...

20 Feb

4 Days Queen Elizabeth Wildlife Safari

4 Days Queen Elizabeth Safari, takes you to one of the best national parks in Uganda. Queen Elizabeth National Park covers an area of about 2,000 square kilometers. Queen Elizabeth national park is special because of its beautiful landscape and collection of wildlife. The creation...

5 days safari in Queen Elizabeth National Park
20 Feb

5 Days Queen Elizabeth National Park Safari

This 5 days Queen Elizabeth wildlife safari takes you to the most popular national park in Uganda for an amazing encounter with Africa’s famous wildlife. Queen Elizabeth National Park is not just about wildlife, it is a park with unique scenery, landscape and physical features....

2 Dys Queen Elizabeth Wildlife Safari
20 Feb

2 Days Queen Elizabeth National Park Safari

2 days Queen Elizabeth National Park safari takes you to the second largest game park in Uganda. Queen Elizabeth National Park is Uganda’s most popular and visited wildlife conservation area because of its amazing scenery, primates, wildlife and birds. It stands out from Murchison falls...

Whitewater rafting in Jinja
19 Feb

White Water Rafting in Jinja Uganda

White Water Rafting in Uganda takes you for an amazing experience along the Nile and Jinja town. Before John Hanning Speak discovered the source of the river Nile and the arrival of the British colonialists, Jinja was a small fishing village on the banks of...

4 Days Murchison Falls Wildlife Tour
19 Feb

4 Days Murchison Falls Wildlife Safari

4 Days Murchison Falls safari takes you to Uganda’s oldest national park for game drives, chimpanzee trekking, a visit to the top of the magnificent waterfalls and the Ziwa Rhino sanctuary. The tour can be undertaken by honeymooners, families, large and small groups. Children can...

5 days Murchsion Falls national park
19 Feb

5 days Murchison Falls National Park safari

5 Days Murchison falls safari takes you to Uganda's most visited National park for an amazing set of activities including game drives, a boat cruise, chimpanzee trekking and visiting the Ziwa Rhino sanctuary. We believe that in 5 days, you will have all the time...

2 Days Murchison Falls Tour
19 Feb

2 Days Murchison Falls tour

2 Days Murchison Falls safari takes you to one of Africa’s most attractive wildlife conservation sites. Murchison Falls National Park is the largest wildlife conservation area in Uganda and one of the best places to go for a safari in Uganda. The park covers an...

7 days Masai Mara and Gorilla tour
19 Feb

7 Days Gorilla Tour and Masai Mara Safari

This 7 days Gorilla Trekking and Masai Mara safari takes you to Rwanda’s Volcanoes National Park to see mountain gorillas as well as Africa’s famous big five mammals at the Maasai Mara National Reserve in Kenya. The Masai Mara is an extension of the Serengeti...

Bunjee jumping in Jinja
19 Feb

Bungee Jumping over the Nile in Jinja Uganda

Jinja may not be the most industrialized city in Uganda as it was in the past but it remains second to none when it comes to attracting tourists. The reason for this is that Jinja town was built in a strategic location close to Lake...

12 Days Uganda Safari
18 Feb

12 Days Uganda Safari

Our 12 days Uganda safari begins and ends in Entebbe or Kampala. The safari takes you to the best tourist destinations in Uganda were you will encounter breathtaking scenery, abundant wildlife and cultural experiences. It involves visiting Bwindi, Murchison Falls, Queen Elizabeth, Kibale and Lake...

11 days Uganda safari
18 Feb

11 Days Uganda wildlife safari

11 days Uganda safari package includes visiting four of the most popular game parks in Uganda and the beautiful Lake Bunyonyi for an amazing encounter with some of Africa’s most famous creatures. The safari starts with a visit to the Murchison falls national park for...

best hotels in Kigali
17 Feb

Best Accommodations and Hotels in Kigali

The pain of the 1994 genocide has helped unite the people of Rwanda in ways that are not possible in other ways. It has helped eliminate tribal divisions and formed a new community centered on shared responsibility with no tolerance for corruption. Tourism in particular...

Luxury accomodation in Rwanda
17 Feb

Best Luxury Hotels and Lodges while on Safari in Rwanda

Rwanda is a fast growing economy and tourism is central to this growth. Whereas most tourists to Rwanda focus on the mountain gorillas, the government has worked tireless to diversify its major attractions. One can now go and spot the big five at Akagera National...

16 Feb

Gorilla Tourism in Africa – Rwanda, Uganda and Congo

Gorilla Tourism refers to the visiting of gorillas in their natural habitat by Travelers around the world. This type of Tourism is very popular in East, Central and West Africa. Uganda, Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo are known globally for gorilla tourism. Interest...

Tourist attractions in Musanze and Ruhengeri
15 Feb

Things To Do in Musanze Rwanda

Musanze is the capital and most important town in the Northern province of Rwanda. The old name was Ruhengeri but has now been changed since the country adapted a new policy of renaming all of its cities to remove memories of the horrific genocide and...

Top Attractions in Kigali
14 Feb

Things to do in Kigali

Rwanda is a charming country of countless hills and natural beauty. The capital Kigali is no exception. Kigali has a population of over one million people and is built right at the center of the country making it easy to access by road from all...

14 Feb

Promotional gorilla permits in Uganda

Uganda is arguably one of the best tourism destinations in Africa. Though a landlocked country, the country has remarkable biodiversity and is the leading destination for primate tours. Apart from primates, Uganda is excellent for big 5 wildlife safaris. One can also take part in...

Tourist attractions in Mbarara
13 Feb

Activities and Hangout places in Mbarara City

Mbarara city is one place you must spend more time at while visiting Uganda. Most tourists only get to visit the city while on their way for gorilla trekking in Bwindi or on a safari to Queen Elizabeth National Park and Lake Bunyonyi. Lets give...

3 Days gorilla trekking in Mgahinga
13 Feb

3 Days Gorilla Trekking in Mgahinga

3 Days Mgahinga Gorilla Tour takes you to Uganda’s smallest but spectacular national park. Mgahinga Gorilla National Park is one of Uganda’s two places where one can spot the endangered mountain gorillas. The park covers an area of 38 square kilometers and sits on the...

2 Days golden monkey tracking in Rwanda
12 Feb

2 Days Golden Monkey Trekking in Rwanda

Our 2 Days golden monkey trekking in Rwanda's Volcanos National Park takes you to one of Africa’s oldest wildlife conservation areas. The Volcanoes National Park is found in the northwestern part of Rwanda. It is arguably the most popular national park in Rwanda. The park...

Hiking the Congo Nile Trail in Rwanda
11 Feb

The Congo Nile Trail in Rwanda

The Congo Nile Trail is a great attraction but it is not yet as popular as gorilla trekking in Rwanda. Gorilla Tours are so popular that visitors only think about conquering the Congo Nile Trails as an optional activity. That may be about to change...

Lion Tracking in Queen Elizabeth National Park
11 Feb

Lion Tracking in Uganda’s Queen Elizabeth National Park

Lion Tracking in Uganda is organized in Queen Elizabeth National Park for an amazing encounter with big cats. Queen Elizabeth is Uganda's most visited National Park. The park is located in Western Uganda and was established in 1952. The park stands out because of the ...

Facts about cross river gorillas
11 Feb

Cross River Gorillas – Population, Habitat and Diet

Cross River Gorillas cannot be described without first discussing the major gorilla species and sub-species. There are 2 major species of gorillas – The western gorilla and the Eastern gorilla. The western gorillas are divided into two sub-species known as Cross River gorillas and the...

10 facts about mountain gorillas
11 Feb

Interesting Facts about Mountain Gorillas

Mountain gorillas are one of the world’s most intriguing creatures. An encounter with them in the wild is considered to be one of the best wildlife experiences because they look and organize themselves like we humans. Mountain gorillas are among the four types of gorillas...

Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
11 Feb

Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary – Cost of Accommodation and Location

The Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary has an interesting history. In the early 20th century, the tourism industry in Uganda thrived. One major reason for the tourism boom was the sizeable population of Rhinos roaming freely in Kidepo and Murchison Falls National Parks. The Colonial government and...

Is Chimpanzee Trekking as good as gorilla trekking?
9 Feb

Comparing Chimpanzee Trekking and Gorilla Trekking

Chimpanzee Trekking and Gorilla Trekking are two of the most popular wildlife activities when visiting Uganda. Gorilla and Chimpanzee Trekking involves walking through thick forest in search of a particular family of primates. Gorilla trekking in Uganda is done at the Bwindi Impenetrable National park...

The cost of Chimpanzee permit in Rwanda
9 Feb

The Cost of Chimpanzee Permits in Uganda and Rwanda

Chimpanzee Trekking is one of the most popular tourism activities in Uganda and Rwanda. It comes second only after gorilla trekking in Rwanda. Chimpanzee trekking in both Uganda and Rwanda is done in a few designated areas. These include Nyungwe National Park in Rwanda, Queen...

Chimpanzee Trekking in Kibale Forest
9 Feb

Chimpanzee Trekking in Kibale Forest

Chimpanzee Trekking in Kibale takes you to one of Uganda's most visited parks. Kibale National Park is found in the western part of Uganda in the districts of Kibale and Kabarole. The park is close to the Rwenzori mountains, Queen Elizabeth National Park and the...

3 Day wildlife safari in Akagera National Park
8 Feb

3 Days Akagera National Park Park

Our 3 Days Akagera Safari package takes you to one of Rwanda’s most popular wildlife conservation sites for game drives and a boat cruise. Akagera National Park is located on the Eastern side of Rwanda close to the border with Tanzania. It covers an area...

Cultural Attractions in Rwanda
8 Feb

Cultural Tours in Rwanda

Are you planning for a cultural tour in Rwanda? Well, we have interesting information for you. Known as a country of a thousand hills, Rwanda is one of the most fascinating countries to visit in Africa. Whereas gorilla trekking is the most popular tourist attraction...

1 day Akagera National Park Safari
7 Feb

1 Day Akagera National Park Safari

1 Day Akagera Safari from Kigali takes you to Rwanda’s only savanna national park for a true wildlife safari and an opportunity to spot the big five mammals. Akagera National Park is found in the Eastern province of Rwanda in a District called Kayonza which...

Tree Climbing Lions Ishasha
6 Feb

Tree Climbing Lions of Ishasha in Uganda

The Tree Climbing Lions in Uganda are only found in Queen Elizabeth National Park. Lions help balance the eco-system by maintaining the population of herbivores animals like Buffaloes and antelopes. Lions also prey on weak/sick animals hence helping reduce the spread of diseases and parasites....

The Batwa Trail
6 Feb

The Batwa Cultural Trail and Experience in Uganda

It was in the early 1930’s and 1990’s that major evictions of the Batwa pygmies were carried out in Bwindi impenetrable forest and Mgahinga National Park. For over one thousand years, the Batwa people lived peacefully in the dense forests in these two national parks...

Cultural attractions in Tanzania
6 Feb

Cultural Tours in Tanzania

Cultural tours in Tanzania take you to discover the countries diverse heritage. Tanzania is not just about wildlife and beaches. There are 120 tribes in Tanzania and because of that, the country's culture is just as varied as the wildlife. Each of the 120 tribes...

Cultural Attractions in Kenya
5 Feb

Cultural Attractions and Experiences In Kenya

Cultural Tours in Kenya takes you for an amazing encounter with Kenya's indigenous tribes. The Kenyan culture is so interesting that many visitors have chosen to stay permanently after interacting with the locals. Visiting Kenya’s tribes exposes you to their traditional beliefs, dances, pastoral life,...

East African tourist Visa
5 Feb

East African Tourist Visa – Cost and Requirements

Getting an East Africa tourist visa was expensive and challenging for people visiting Uganda, Rwanda and Kenya in the past. The challenges and costs have been reduced through the introduction of the East African Tourist Visa. It is now possible for an international traveler to...

Yellow fever vaccination certificate
4 Feb

Yellow Fever Vaccination Card in Rwanda, Uganda and Congo

Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate requirements are different considering that there are about 54 countries in Africa. Many of them are found in areas which receive a good natural balance of rain and sunshine enabling a greater variety of wildlife/vegetation. The high level of humidity allows...

3 Feb

Chimpanzee Trekking in Kyambura Gorge Uganda

Kyambura gorge is an underground tropical forest found in Queen Elizabeth National Park. The Gorge is 100 meters deep and about 1 kilometer long. It is an extension of the Kyambura Game reserve which is part of Queen Elizabeth National Park. Kyambura gorge is characterized...

Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary
2 Feb

Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary

Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary is the leading primate conservation initiative in Uganda. Chimpanzees in Uganda, like elsewhere in Africa are threatened by poaching and deforestation. As more and more of their natural habitats are reduced to small patches of forests, they are forced to come...

Things to do in Entebbe town
1 Feb

Activities and Place to Visit in Entebbe Town

Most Ugandans only go to Entebbe when visiting one of the beaches or on their way out of the country through the airport. This shouldn’t be the case because Entebbe town has so much to offer. Entebbe is one of the most naturally beautiful towns...

3 Days Gorilla habituation experience
1 Feb

3 Days Gorilla Habituation Experience Safari in Bwindi

3 Days gorilla habituation experience tour takes you to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in Uganda. Bwindi has the highest population of Mountain gorillas in the world. It also has the highest number of habituated gorilla groups (17 in number). Mountain gorillas are wild and are...

Mabamba Swamp
28 Jan

The Mabamba Bay Swamp and Wetland

Mabamba Swamp and Wetland is one of the places you go to and realize just how naturally blessed Uganda is. Though a relatively small country, Uganda is one of the best countries for birding in the world. The sheer variety and density of bird species...

How gorilla families are allocated
26 Jan

How Gorilla Permits are Allocated

How are gorilla groups allocated? Gorilla trekking is arguably the most fascinating wildlife experience in Africa. It is a very different experience from a game drive in the Masai Mara or Serengeti National Park and more of like paying a visit to our ancestors. Each...

Chances of seeing gorillas in Uganda
26 Jan

Chances of Seeing Mountain Gorillas in Bwindi and Rwanda

What are the chances of seeing mountain gorillas? That is perhaps the most common question we receive from tourists who are planning to do gorilla trekking. It is also one of the questions tourists look for when searching the internet for gorilla trekking reviews.  Gorilla...

Cost of a Gorilla Permit
26 Jan

Cost of a Gorilla Permit in Uganda and Rwanda

Gorillas are one of the most endangered primates remaining on earth. There are over 300,000 western lowland gorillas, 350 Cross River Gorillas, roughly 1000 recorded mountain gorillas and about 5000 Eastern lowland gorillas still roaming the planet earth. To some, the numbers may seem high...

Gorilla Trekking Vs Habituation
25 Jan

Gorilla Trekking Vs Habituation

Uganda quietly receives the most visitors for mountain gorilla trekking when compared to the Democratic Republic of Congo or Rwanda. This is because she has half of the overall population of mountain gorillas. Mountain gorilla trekking can only be done in Rwanda's volcanoes national park,...

Is Gorilla Trekking Ethical?
25 Jan

Is Gorilla Trekking Ethical?

Ethical Considerations for Gorilla Trekking Gorilla Trekking is arguably the most popular wildlife activity for tourists visiting Uganda, Rwanda and Congo. This is because it is a very exciting to meet the primates up close. The thought of spending some time with them in their natural...

6 Days Gorilla Trekking and Serengeti Safari
24 Jan

6 Days Serengeti Safari and Gorilla Trekking

6 day gorilla trekking and Serengeti safari is an excellent choice for those who are interested in seeing 6 of Africa’s most famous creatures (Mountain gorillas, lions, elephants, rhinos, leopards and buffaloes). By the end of this safari, you will have had a truly remarkable...

The best places to see gorillas
24 Jan

Where To see Gorillas in Africa – Uganda and Rwanda

Where are gorillas found in Africa? Of all wild primates, gorillas are arguably the most intriguing. They are larger and more powerful yet very gentle creatures. Gorillas are special because they behave like we humans and share more than 97% of our genetic code. Chimpanzees...

Reviews about gorilla trekking in Rwanda
21 Jan

Reviews About Gorilla Trekking and Habituation Experience

There are many Reviews about gorilla trekking on the web. That is because gorilla trekking is one of the most popular wildlife activities in Africa. Gorilla Tourism in Africa is very popular and each year, many Travelers visit the countries of Uganda, Congo and Rwanda...

What is gorilla trekking all about?
21 Jan

What does Gorilla Trekking mean and what is it Like?

What is gorilla trekking? Gorilla Trekking is a wildlife activity that involves hiking through dense forest in search of wild gorillas. The activity may include walking through steep hills, dense forest, rivers or water streams before finally encountering a gorilla family. Gorilla Trekking is led...

8 Days Bwindi Gorilla Tour and Maasai Mara
21 Jan

8 Days Uganda Gorilla Trekking and Masai Mara

Our 8 Days Uganda gorilla tour and Masai Mara safari brings you the best that Africa has to offer in terms of wildlife. You will have an opportunity to see 6 of Africa’s famous creatures – mountain gorillas, lions, leopards, elephants, rhinos and buffaloes. Uganda...

Types of gorillas
19 Jan

Species of Gorillas in Africa

What are the different species of gorillas? Gorillas are the largest of the great apes and one of the closest relatives to man. They are only second to bonobos and chimpanzees when you compare their behavior to humans. Gorillas share 98% of their genetic code...

Chimpanzee Trekking in Nyungwe
18 Jan

Chimpanzee Trekking in Rwanda

Planning to do Chimpanzee Trekking in Rwanda? Well, read on. In the past 10 years, the government of Rwanda has positioned herself as a tourism hot spot in the region. A good percentage of the government’s budget has been set aside to turn the country...

18 Jan

The Minimum Age for Gorilla Trekking

Gorilla trekking is a very popular wildlife activity and can only be done in Africa. Mountain gorilla trekking is even more popular but is only possible in the Democratic Republic of Congo, Uganda and Rwanda. As more and more people get to know about the...

Gorilla Trekking on a budget
18 Jan

Gorilla Trekking on a Budget

Mountain Gorilla trekking involves hiking through dense forests or steep hills in search of mountain gorillas. The activity can be strenuous and exhausting but nevertheless very thrilling and adventurous. During the trek, one gets an opportunity to observe a variety of rare bird species, plants,...

List of tour companies in Rwanda
12 Jan

Tour Companies in Rwanda

Are you looking for Tour Companies in Rwanda? Are you wondering how to find a good tour operator to help arrange your safari in Rwanda? Well, we will be sharing a list of some of the tour Agencies to take into consideration. Before going to...

Tour company in Uganda
12 Jan

Tour Operators in Uganda

Looking for information about Tour Operators in Uganda? Well, read on. Uganda is a small and landlocked country but still one of the best countries to go to for a safari in Africa. Uganda is blessed with incredible biodiversity, good weather, friendly people and amazing...

Cost of Gorilla Trekking
10 Jan

The Price of Gorilla Trekking in Rwanda and Uganda

The cost of gorilla trekking is relatively high compared to other wildlife encounters as we will discover in this article. What is gorilla trekking and why is it more expensive than other wildlife activities in Africa? Gorilla trekking is one of the most thrilling wildlife...

Silverback gorilla
10 Jan

Facts about Silverback Gorillas

Silverback Gorillas are the largest primates on earth. After bonobos and chimpanzees, gorillas are the closest relatives to humans. In fact, their DNA structure is about 98% similar to that of humans. Gorilla are only found in the great forests of East, Central and Western...

The Kakande Ministries
28 Aug

The Kakande Ministries

The Kakande Ministries is a Christian ministry located in Kampala Uganda. The ministry church was referred to as the Synagogue Church of All National (SCOAN) Uganda but is now known as Temple Mount Church of All Nations after the launching of a new building in...

Difference between chimpanzees and gorillas
26 Aug

Difference and Similarities Between Gorillas and Chimpanzees

Anyone planning to observe wild primates in Africa will at some point wonder what differences they will experience when they encounter the different species. This is particularly so when their tour involves observing Gorillas and chimpanzees. Many confuse gorillas and chimpanzees and it’s important to...

The Synagogue Church of all Nations Uganda
22 Aug

The Synagogue Church of All Nations in Uganda

The Synagogue Church of All Nations (SCOAN) in Uganda is run by the Kakande Ministries. The church is located at Kubiri roundabout which is next to Mulago hospital in Kampala. The Church in Uganda was rebuilt and revamped to become one of the largest churches...

Air balloon safari in Serengeti
21 Aug

Hot Air balloon Safari in Serengeti

A hot air balloon safari in Serengeti offers one of the most exclusive and memorable game-viewing experiences in Eastern Africa. It’s one experience you are sure to remember long after your safari in Serengeti National Park. A hot Air balloon safari in Serengeti offers a...

Prophet Samuel Kakande
17 Aug

Prophet Samuel Kakande

Prophet Samuel Kakande is Leader of The Temple Mount Church of all Nations Uganda. This church is based in Kubiri Mulago in Kampala and was founded in 1978 as the Synagogue Church of all Nations by Reverend Prophet John Obiri Yeboah. Prophet Samuel Kakande took...

Grumeti River Crossing
14 Aug

Grumeti River Crossing

The Grumeti River is found in the Mara region of Tanzania’s Serengeti National Park. It is 80 kilometers long and enters the Serengeti from the east, then flows across the Ikorongo and Grumeti Game Reserves. It finally powers its waters into Lake Victoria. Crossing the...

Ellen DeGeneres Campus of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund
12 Aug

The Ellen DeGeneres Campus of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund

Primate conservation is not transformed by sentiment alone. It takes personal action, funding, structures, institutions, facilities and permanent field systems to turn ideals into function. The Ellen DeGeneres Campus of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund is a perfect example of how action by individuals and...

Ndere Cultural Centre
27 Feb

Ndere Cultural Centre and Dance Troupe

Ndere Cultural Centre is one of the most popular cultural sites in Uganda. The Centre is located in a Kampala suburb known as Bukoto and was founded by Stephen Ruwangyezi in 1986. Ruwangyezi is a renowned story teller and performer at the Centre. The Ndere...

22 Feb

Are Gorillas Dangerous to Humans

Are Gorillas Dangerous? Gorillas are generally very gentle, shy and calm primates. They live peacefully within a group while in their natural habitats. The male silverback gorilla rarely charges. He leads his family with calmness, charisma and benevolence. You cannot say the same about other...

Dian Fossey
15 Jul

Dian Fossey – Background, Accomplishments and Museum

Who was Dian Fossey? Dian Fossey was an American primatologist who dedicated her life towards the protection and conservation of Mountain gorillas. She was involved in continuous research about all issues related to mountain gorillas within the Virunga mountains including how to habituate them. Dian...

Bahai Temple Uganda
1 Jul

The Bahai Temple in Kampala Uganda

The Bahai temple is located in Kanyanya which is about 3km north of Kampala city center and just about 7km along Gayaza road. It was built on Kikaaya hill which is one of the most prominent hills in Kampala hence offering amazing views of the...

Gaddafi Mosque in Kampala
28 Jun

The Gaddafi Mosque in Uganda – Location and History

The Gaddafi Mosque is one of the major religious sites in Uganda. The state of the art Mosque is located in the heart of Kampala and was named after the late president of Libya, Colonel Muammar Gaddafi. Gaddafi gifted the Islamic community of Uganda with...

Benefits of gorilla trekking
4 Jun

Benefits of Gorilla Trekking and Conservation

Gorilla trekking is one of the major tourism activities in the East African region. Travelers from all over the world visit Uganda, Congo and Rwanda annually to view these amazing primates in their natural habitats. Other tourism activities in these three countries include game drives,...

The Uganda Martyrs
1 Jun

The Uganda Martyrs

The Uganda Martyrs were a group of young Christian and Muslim men who were killed between 1885 to 1887 because they chose to defend their faith. The men were executed under the orders of the Kabaka (King) Mwanga of Buganda. The original Catholic Uganda Martyrs...

Facts about Lions
17 May

Facts About Lions

Lions are one of the largest in the cat family - second only to the Tiger. Most wild lions live in Africa with a smaller percentage found in the Gir national park in the Indian state of Gurajat. We will focus on the '' king...

The best time to visit Uganda
11 May

The Best Time To Visit Uganda

Which is the best time to travel to Uganda? Uganda is arguably one of the most sought after tourist destinations in Africa. Located in East Africa, Uganda lies along the equator which gives it a warm sub-tropical climate. As a country, Uganda is famous for...

Top attractions in Maasai Mara National reserve
8 Jan

Things to do in Maasai Mara National Reserve Kenya

The Things to do in Maasai Mara National Reserve make it one of the most visited in Africa. Maasai Mara National Reserve is found in Southwestern Kenya and close to the Tanzanian border. The reserve covers an area of about 1510 square kilometers. When combined...

Things to do in Ngorongoro crater
8 Jan

Attractions In Ngorongoro Crater and Conservation Area

Before discussing the Tourist Attractions in Ngorongoro Crater, lets begin with a little background information. The Ngorongoro Crater is a UNESCO World Heritage site and the largest volcanic caldera on earth. It is part of the wider Ngorongoro Conservation Area which also includes Olduvai Gorge,...

Things to do in Congo
8 Jan

Tourist Attractions in Congo

Formerly known as the Zaire, the Democratic Republic of Congo is the second largest country in Africa. She borders South Sudan, The Central African Republic, Burundi, Uganda, Tanzania, Angola, Zambia and the Republic of Congo.  The capital Kinshasa has the highest population of residents in...

Coronavirus Status report
8 Jan

COVID-19 Status in Rwanda and Tanzania

Are you wondering where to get the get the most reliable and current information about COVID-19 before making your safari bookings? Well, we have put together important websites that we believe contain all the information that you need before your gorilla trekking and wildlife safari...

Ngorongoro Crater
8 Jan

Ngorongoro Crater and Conservation Area in Tanzania

The Ngorongoro Crater and Conservation Area is a UNESCO World Heritage Site found in the Republic of Tanzania. It was established in 1959 covering vast expanses of craters, gorges, forests, lakes, rivers, streams, savanna grasslands and woodlands. The stunning combination of landscape and wildlife rivals...

Tourist Attractions in Juba and South Sudan
8 Jan

Things To Do in Juba and South Sudan

The Things to do in South Sudan are many but endless civil wars have denied the world an opportunity to see what the country has to offer in terms of biodiversity and culture. Just when the county seemed to be recovering after her independence in...

3 Days Gorillas and Dian Fossey Hike
8 Jan

3 Days Rwanda Gorilla Tour and Dian Fossey tomb Hike

Our 3 Days Gorilla Trekking and Dian Fossey Hike takes you to see the endangered mountain gorillas and also visit the tomb of Dian Fossey at the volcanoes national park in Rwanda. The Volcanoes National Park is without doubt Rwanda’s most visited national park. The...

Uganda opens National Parks for tourism
8 Jan

Uganda Opens Borders, Airport and Tourism

Ready for some good news! Well, Uganda has opened her borders to tourism beginning from October 1st 2020. This is after the country closed borders and the only international airport on 30th March this year. The global spread of the Coronavirus forced many countries to...

Tourist attractions in Goma
8 Jan

Things to do in Goma City

This article discusses the Tourist attractions in Goma, a city located in the eastern part of the Democratic Republic of Congo. It is close to the northern shores of Lake Kivu on the border with Rwanda. It is considered the capital of the Northern Kivu...

Attractions in Serengeti
8 Jan

Attractions in Serengeti National Park

The Attractions in Serengeti National Park are what brings many tourists to Tanzania every year. The Serengeti National Park is a UNESCO World heritage site and the most popular in Tanzania. It is located in the North Eastern part of the country and covers an...

Game parks in Congo
8 Jan

Game Parks in Congo

There are many national parks in Congo because of her size. The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC)  is the second largest country in Africa and the largest in Central Africa. She is bordered by Uganda, Rwanda, Central African Republic, Angola, Burundi, Republic of the Congo,...

Tourist attractions in Dar es Salaam
8 Jan

Thing To Do in Dar es Salaam Tanzania

Wondering about the Things to do in Dar es Salaam? We will answer that after a little background. Dar es Salaam (Meaning “haven of peace” in Arabic) has grown from a quiet fishing village to become Tanzania’s largest city and one of East Africa’s busiest...

Tourist attractions in Kinshasa
8 Jan

Things to do in Kinshasa City

The Things to do in Kinshasa city are many but some background information will help understand everything better. Kinshasa is the capital of the Democratic Republic of Congo. It lies on the Southern banks of the great river Congo and 515 miles away from the...

Things to do in Mombasa
8 Jan

Things to Do in Mombasa Kenya

The Things to Do in Mombasa are many. Before we go into them, lets start with a little backgorund information. Mombasa is an Island on the Indian ocean and the capital of the wider Mombasa county that consists of several other nearby smaller islands. Mombasa...

Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro
8 Jan

Hiking Mount Kilimanjaro

Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro takes you to conquer the highest mountain in Africa. Mount Kilimanjaro is part of the Kilimanjaro National Park which is found Northern Tanzania. The mountain covers an area of about 100 square kilometers and is 65 kilometers wide. Formed about three millions...

Virunga National Park in Congo
8 Jan

Virunga National Park Congo

Virunga National Park is a UNESCO world heritage site and founded on April 1925. It is arguably the best national park to visit for those who wish to experience Africa’s true natural beauty. It is a testament to the great beauty and biodiversity in this...

Senkwekwe Centre
7 Jan

Senkwekwe Center for Gorilla orphans in Virunga Congo

Senkwekwe Gorilla Orphanage in Virunga National Park is one of the great wildlife conservation efforts in Africa. Mountain gorillas are arguably the most fascinating creatures in the wild. The opportunity of spotting them attracts thousands of tourists to Africa each year. There are only three...

Mountain Gorilla Conservation
7 Jan

Gorilla Conservation in Africa – Uganda, Rwanda and Congo

Gorilla Conservation Status in Africa is positive considering that more organizations are pulling resources together and the number of primates keep increasing. Africa is home to a variety of wildlife species that have over the years been of high social-economic benefit - making Africa one...

Things to do in Nairobi
7 Jan

Things to do in Nairobi

The Things to do in Nairobi make Kenya one of the most attractive tourist destinations Africa. Each year millions of tourist visit the country to enjoy the cool beaches and amazing national parks. All tourists and visitors to Kenya will most likely have to pass...

Things to do in Zanzibar
7 Jan

Things To Do in Zanzibar Tanzania

The Zanzibar archipelago consists of a group of islands with some of the most beautiful beaches in the world. Although Zanzibar is part of Tanzania, the it remains more independent with residents preferring to consider themselves as Zanzibaris. Residents have their own elective leaders and...

Gishwati-Mukura National Park Rwanda
7 Jan

Gishwati Mukura National Park

Gishwati-Mukura National Park in Rwanda was created recently (2015) and is Rwanda’s fourth national park. The opening of Gishwati Makura National Park is a clear example of the great effort put forth by the government of Rwanda to position the country as a leading tourism...

Nyungwe Forest National Park
7 Jan

Nyungwe Forest National Park in Rwanda

Nyungwe National Park is located in south western Rwanda in a town called Cyangungu near Lake Kivu and near the border with Burundi and the Democratic Republic of Congo. The park currently occupies 970 km² of land and started as a forest reserve in 1903...

3 Days Chimpanzee Trekking Safari in Kibale Forest
7 Jan

3 Days Chimpanzee Trekking Safari in Kibale Forest

3 Days Chimpanzee tracking in Kibale national park takes you to one of Africa’s primate hubs for wonderful encounters with chimps and other 12 primates. Kibale National park is located in the southern part of Uganda and covers an area of 795 square kilometers. The...

3 Days Lake Mburo National Park Wildlife Safari
7 Jan

3 Days Lake Mburo National Park Wildlife Safari

3 Days Lake Mburo safari takes you to Uganda’s smallest savanna park for an amazing encounter with some of Africa’s famous wildlife. This particular package is excellent for family and friends who want to spend a weekend away from the noisy capital or from visitors...

Kibale National Park
7 Jan

A safari in Kibale National Park Uganda

Kibale National Park in Uganda lies at an altitude of 1,590m and 1,100m above sea level and is located in the Western part of the country along the East African Rift Valley near the Ndali Kasenda crater. Kibale National Park was first identified as a...

Mgahinga Gorilla National Park
7 Jan

Mgahinga Gorilla National Park Uganda

Mgahinga Gorilla National Park is part of the wider Virunga conservation region that also includes the volcanoes national park in Rwanda and the Virunga National Park in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The park is located on the south-western corner of Uganda in the town...

Uganda Wildlife Education Centre
7 Jan

Entebbe Zoo – Behind The Scenes Tour and Entrance Fee,

Visiting the Uganda Wildlife Education Centre in Entebbe is one of the most popular weekend activity for local tourists. Entebbe is a small but very interesting town to stay in while in Uganda. Entebbe has Uganda’s only international airport, the official state house and several...

Maasai Mara National Reserve Kenya
7 Jan

Masai Mara National Reserve in Kenya

Maasai Mara National Reserve is found in Narok country in Kenya. The reserve lies along the Great Rift Valley and covers an area of about 1,510 square kilometers. The Masai Mara is an extension of the greater Serengeti (25,000 square kilometers in size) eco-system in...

Volcanoes National Park in Rwanda
7 Jan

Volcanoes National Park Rwanda

The Volcanoes National Park also known as Parc National de Volcans (PNV) is a hub for some of the best tourism activities in Rwanda. The park itself is located in the Northern Province of Rwanda and sits on an area covering 160 Sq Km. The...

6 Days safari in Murchison falls and chimpanzee trekking in Budongo
7 Jan

6 Days Murchison falls National Park Safari

Our 6 Murchison Falls National Park safari package takes you to Uganda’s largest wildlife conservation area for amazing activities including visiting Budongo forest. The national park was established in 1952 under a government act during the colonial administration of the time. Because of its size...

Tourist Attractions in Rwanda
7 Jan

Top National Parks in Rwanda

Are you looking for information about the National Parks in Rwanda? Well read on. Rwanda is a small landlocked county found in Central/East Africa. Often referred to as a “Land of a thousand hills”, Rwanda is blessed with some of the most amazing landscapes on...

3 Days lake Bunyonyi Safari
7 Jan

3 Days Lake Bunyonyi Tour

3 Days Lake Bunyonyi tour takes you to one of the most naturally beautiful crater lakes in Uganda for relaxation, Island hopping, swimming, canoeing and a host of other activities. Lake Bunyonyi is located in South western Uganda between the districts of Kisoro and Kabale....

Lake Mburo National Park
7 Jan

Lake Mburo National Park in Uganda

Lake Mburo National Park is located in the western part of Uganda in a district called Kirihura which is next to Mbarara district. It sits on an area covering 260 sq km hence making it the smallest Savannah park in Uganda. Lake Mburo is the...

Uganda car hire and rental services
7 Jan

Car Rental and Hire in Uganda

As one of the popular tourist destinations in Africa, Uganda receives over 1 million visitors every year for tourism related purposes. Uganda also receives business travelers, students, researchers, entertainers, soccer fans, pilgrims and conference participants. All these groups of travelers need transportation to help them...

Mount Elgon National Park
7 Jan

Mount Elgon National Park in Uganda

Mount Elgon National Park is a UNESCO Man and Biosphere Reserve located along the border between Uganda and Kenya. The park covers an area of 494 square miles. A larger part (430 square miles) of the park is on the Ugandan side of the border....

Things to do in Arusha
7 Jan

Tourist attractions in Arusha

There are many Tourist attractions in Arusha considering that it is one of the largest cities in Tanzania with a population of over 400,000 people, Arusha is one of the largest cities in Tanzania. It is the capital of the wider Arusha region and is...

2 days Congo gorilla safari
7 Jan

2 Days Congo Gorilla Tour – Starting From Kigali or Goma

2 Days gorilla tour in Congo takes you to the Virunga National Park for an amazing encounter with one of man’s closest relatives. The Democratic Republic of Congo is a country blessed with incredible biodiversity. It is the only country where one can spot both...

Bokora Corridor Wildlife Reserve
7 Jan

Bokora Wildlife Reserve – Attractions and Things to see

Bokora Wildlife Reserve is found in the North-eastern part of Uganda. The reserve was earmarked as a wildlife reserve in 1964 and occupies an area covering 794 square miles.  Bokora Corridor game reserve is the second largest wildlife reserve in Uganda and part of the...

Climbing Mount Gahinga
7 Jan

Hiking Mount Gahinga

Mount Gahinga is one of the eight volcanoes found within the Virunga ranges of mountains that spread to three countries – Rwanda, Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo. This extinct volcano is 3,474m tall and is found within the borders of Uganda and Rwanda....

Ajai Game Reserve
7 Jan

Ajai Wildlife Reserve Uganda

Ajai Wildlife Reserve is found in north-eastern Uganda (Arua District) on the western banks of the Nile. The reserve gained world attention when Theodore Roosevelt, a former American president visited in 1910 on a hunting expedition. Ajai Wildlife reserve is located in an area with...

Mabira Forest
7 Jan

Mabira Forest Ecotourism Centre Tour

Mabira Forest is a dense rain-forest found in the District of Buikwe, between Jinja and Lugazi. It covers an area of about 120 square miles. The forest reserve is situated 20 Kilometers away from Jinja and 54 Kilometers from Kampala.  Mabira is home to about...

Kahuzi Biega National Park
7 Jan

Kahuzi Biega National Park in Congo

Kahuzi-Biega National Park lies near the border between Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo next to Lake Kivu in the town of Bakavu. Kahuzi Biega is one of the largest national parks in Congo and was established in 1970 by Belgian wildlife conservationist and...

Queen Elizabeth National Park
7 Jan

Queen Elizabeth National Park in Uganda

Queen Elizabeth National Park is Uganda’s most popular and visited wildlife conservation area. The park lies in the western part of Uganda in the districts of Kamwenge, Rukingiri, Rubirizi and Kasese. Queen Elizabeth National park currently occupies an area of about 764 square miles. The...

Matheniko Game Reserve Uganda
7 Jan

Matheniko Game Reserve

Matheniko Game Reserve is found in the northeastern part of Uganda (Moroto District to be precise). The reserve is a major wildlife conservation area in Karamoja region. Matheniko game reserve covers an area of 590 square miles and has conditions similar to those found in...

Mount Muhabura Hike
7 Jan

Hiking Mount Muhabura in Uganda

Mount Muhabura or “Muhavura” is an extinct found on the border between Uganda, the Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda. In other words, one part of the volcano is found in Uganda’s Mgahinga National Park and another in Rwanda’s Volcanoes National Park. The Mountain stands...

Climbing Mount Sabinyo
7 Jan

Hiking Mount Sabinyo in Uganda

Mount Sabinyo is an extinct volcano found within the Virunga ranges. Other mountains within the Virunga ranges include Mount Karisimbi, Muhabura, Bisoke, Mikeno, Nyiragongo, Gahinga and Nyamuragira. Mount Sabinyo is separated from its closest neighbor Muhabura by a crater lake which is 20 meters in...

sempaya hotsprings
7 Jan

Semuliki National Park – Attractions and Things to do

Semuliki National Park is found in western Uganda in the district of Bundibugyo which lies on Uganda’s border with DR Congo. The park is bordered by Lake Albert in the northern side and the Rwenzori Mountains on the south Eastern side. Two rivers, Lamia and...

Rwenzori Mountains National Park
7 Jan

Rwenzori Mountains National Park in Uganda

Rwenzori Mountains National Park lies in the South-western corner of Uganda along the border with the Democratic Republic of Congo next to the great Virunga National Park. The park covers an area of 386 square miles and its boundaries pass through the districts of Kabarole,...

Climbing Tororo Rock
7 Jan

Climbing Tororo Rock

Climbing Tororo Rock takes you to one of the oldest towns in Uganda. Tororo town is located in the Eastern part of Uganda at the border between Uganda and Kenya. The town is quiet, almost boring but is relatively well organized and with a beautiful...

Sponsor a gorilla
7 Jan

How To Sponsor and Adopt a Gorilla

Are you looking for information about donating and adopting gorillas in Uganda, Congo and Rwanda? Read on!! Gorillas are arguably the most fascinating primates. There are two main species of gorillas – The Eastern and Western gorilla. The Eastern Gorilla is further divided into the...

Murchison Falls National Park
7 Jan

Murchison Falls National Park in Uganda

Murchison Falls National Park was established in 1952 and is the largest park in Uganda covering an area of 1,503 square miles. It is found in northwestern Uganda in the Districts of Kiryandongo, Masindi, Nwoya and Buliisa. The River Nile flows through the park dividing...

horseback riding in Jinja
7 Jan

Quad Biking and Horse Riding in Jinja Uganda

Ever thought about trying horse riding in Jinja?  Jinja has often been described as the Adrenaline capital of East Africa. Visitors to Jinja have opportunities to take part in some hair-raising activities like Bungee Jumping, Kayaking, White water rafting (Grade 5), horseback riding and Quad...

Gorilla Filming
7 Jan

Gorilla Documentaries and Filming

Mountain gorillas are the most visited of the four gorilla subspecies. Gorilla trekking is a very popular wildlife activity. Each year thousands of eager tourists visit Uganda, Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo with the sole intention of observing the amazing primates in the...

Gorilla Trekking after COVID-19
7 Jan

Uganda Gorilla trekking after COVID-19

Uganda through the Tourism Minister Tom Butime has officially relaunched gorilla trekking to international visitors. This follows the recent opening of the airports and tourism by the president of Uganda on the 20th of September. Rwanda had already restarted primate tours about 3 months ago...

Kidepo National Park
7 Jan

Kidepo Valley National Park in Uganda

Kidepo Valley National Park is found in the North Eastern part of Uganda in the district of Kaabong. Kabong is a town found near the border between Uganda and South Sudan. This isolated and remote national park consists of mainly rugged Savannah, hills and great...

Gorilla Sculpture in New York City
26 Aug

Gorilla Sculpture in New York Hudson Yards

January 24th of August was a memorable day for primate lovers, wildlife conservationists and New Yorkers. A 1,766-pound gorilla sculpture named King Nyani was unveiled at Hudson Yards. Mission Africa Safaris is proud to have supported the artisan project. The Sculpture is 22.9 feet long,...