Other Activities in Virunga National Park, Other than Gorilla Trekking. The Activities in Virunga National Park are, though, the Democratic Republic of Congo has not been so much considered a tourism destination due to the political unrest and instabilities that have been rampant in the country over recent years. But besides that, DR Congo is…
Animals to See on an African Safari The Best Animals to See on an African Safari, whether it’s a first-time safari in Africa, or it is an ever-seasonal African safari, it can sometimes be daunting to decide where to go unless you have clear, drawn expectations of what to see and do in Africa on…
Best Places to see Elephants in Uganda. If Uganda is something else besides the Pearl of Africa, then it’s a hub for wildlife with the Best Places to see Elephants in Uganda. A country with countless mammal species, more than 1000 species of birds, over 400 primate species, numberless reptiles and butterfly species not seen…
5 Safety Considerations for Gorilla Trekking in Africa. 5 Safety Considerations for Gorilla Trekking in Africa. Into the dense tropics in the hunt for the elusive gorillas has become a focal point for almost all African adventures. Millions of travellers flock to the popular homes of these gorillas just to have themselves exclusive up-close encounters…
Why Visit the Uganda Wildlife Education Centre (UWEC) Why Visit the Uganda Wildlife Education Centre (UWEC)? Uganda is a country with almost 25% of its total area covered with beautiful flora, forming a home to almost all of the world’s most amazing wildlife. Living deep in the hidden, impenetrable forests of Uganda, mountains and vast…
What to Pack for an African Safari What to Pack for an African Safari is vastly different from packing for just about any other trip, and it’s often a challenge for first-time safari goers. Not only do most safari goers have weight restrictions on bush flights (a typical weight restriction is 15 kilograms or 33…
Comparison of Gorilla Trekking in Uganda, Rwanda and Congo The Comparison of Gorilla Trekking in Uganda, Rwanda and Congo. For the first time, travellers hear of mountain gorilla trekking in Africa, these three countries come to their mind: D.R. Congo, Rwanda and Uganda. And probably they have been wondering which one they should go to…
Low Season Gorilla Permits in Rwanda Low Season Gorilla Permits in Rwanda. To date, gorilla tourism remains the backbone of Rwanda’s tourism and conservation sector. Flocks of tourists come to the country to also have lifetime chances to trek the gorillas in their natural habitats. An activity that brings one so close, on foot, to…
Is Gorilla Trekking good for Conservation? Is Gorilla Trekking good for Conservation? The most exciting and memorable part of an African safari is getting really up close to the animals in the wild. And when it comes to wildlife encounters, gorilla trekking is the most desired activity that every traveller would wish to experience. Trekking…
The Eye Catching Beauty of Mount Muhavura Uganda’s geographical state is characterised by beautiful scenic lakes, meandering rivers, glacial mountains, & Volcanic Mountains like Mount Muhavura, rolling hills, and wide valleys briefly explains its name, the pearl of Africa. On several occasions, Uganda has challengingly experienced geographers who thought they had travelled the world and…