Gorilla trekking in Rwanda is one of Africa’s most memorable wildlife experiences, but it is also one of the most expensive. The good news is that travellers can still plan a more affordable Rwanda gorilla safari with the right timing,…
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…
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…
Kidepo Valley National Park is one of Uganda’s most remote and rewarding safari destinations, located in the semi-arid valleys of Karamoja in northeastern Uganda. The park was gazetted in 1962 and covers about 1,442 square kilometres of savannah plains, valleys,…
Murchison Falls National Park is one of the best wildlife destinations in Uganda. It offers a wide range of safari experiences, from savannah game drives to Nile boat cruises and one of the most powerful waterfalls on the continent. The…
Before looking at activities beyond gorilla trekking, it is important to understand what makes Bwindi Impenetrable National Park special. Located in south-western Uganda, Bwindi is one of Africa’s oldest and most biologically diverse rainforests. The park covers over 331 square…