Gorilla trekking is one of the most popular wildlife safari activities in Uganda. The country is home to more than half of the world’s remaining mountain gorillas, most of which live in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. These gorillas live in…
Uganda is open for safari travel, with visitors arriving through Entebbe International Airport for gorilla trekking, wildlife safaris, birding tours, cultural trips and adventure holidays. Before travelling, visitors should confirm the latest entry requirements, passport validity, visa application process, yellow…
Uganda, known as the Pearl of Africa, is fully open for safari travel through Entebbe International Airport. Travellers can now plan gorilla trekking safaris, wildlife tours, and adventure holidays with ease. While Uganda initially enforced a strict lockdown during the…
Before comparing gorilla trekking in Uganda and Rwanda, it is important to understand what gorilla trekking involves. Gorilla trekking is the activity of hiking through forest terrain in search of a habituated gorilla family. Once the gorillas are located, visitors…
When travel and daily routines slowed during the COVID-19 period, many people found themselves spending more time at home than ever before. Although the period was challenging, it also gave people an opportunity to learn new skills, reorganise their lives,…
Countries close Borders and Flights Stop operations. East Africa had not recorded any cases of the COVID_19 by the 10th of March. However as we moved to the late March countries started registering cases and Kenya was the first in…
The coronavirus outbreak first emerged in Wuhan, China, before spreading to many countries worldwide. As international travel restrictions increased, the World Health Organization later declared COVID-19 a global pandemic. The outbreak affected tourism, international flights, national park operations and safari…
The Pearl of Africa Tourism Expo, commonly known as POATE, is Uganda’s leading tourism and travel trade show. It is organised by the Uganda Tourism Board and brings together tour operators, safari companies, hotels, lodges, airlines, travel agents, hosted buyers,…
Uganda is one of East Africa’s most rewarding safari destinations, offering mountain gorilla trekking, wildlife safaris, chimpanzee tracking, birding, cultural experiences, lakes, mountains, waterfalls and warm hospitality. For travellers, Uganda gives a more varied safari experience in one country, combining…
Nyero Rock Paintings are among the most important rock art sites in Uganda and one of the best cultural places to visit in eastern Uganda. Located near Kumi and Ngora, the site is known for ancient paintings made on rock…