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SAFARI IDEAS – KNOW SAFARI LINGO
While planning an African Safari, forget not to learn a few words and phrases to help you feel prepared – let’s call them Safari Lingo. Here are a few Safari lingo or terms you should know before you go; Conservancies include Lewa Conservancy, Laikipia nature conservancy, Ol Pejeta Wildlife conservancy, Melako Conservancy (the largest community […]
When the word safari is mentioned, broad horizons, surreal landscapes, and untamed wilderness come to mind almost suddenly. All these may be complemented by imaginings of rare beauty, great scenery, a pleasant climate, and beautiful people! From all these, it is impossible not to pick a couple as a target for your African safari. And […]
GRASSHOPPERS – UGANDA’S INSECT SNACK
Travel entails a lot more than wildlife viewing and since food is an integral part of all our lives while traveling many may blend local cuisine in their itineraries’ as an attempt to experience a different culture in the visited country. It could be a full-blown out meal such as luwombo; food prepared in banana […]
KWITA IZINA; GORILLA NAMING EVENT
KWITA-IZINA 2022 The Infant gorilla naming ceremony, also known as Kwita-Izina is an annual event in Rwanda where recently born gorillas are named by different dignitaries and seasoned influencers. This year’s event took place on Friday, Sept. 2 in Kinigi a town close to the Volcanoes National Park where the endangered mountain gorillas live. It […]
SAFARI PREPARATIONS FOR BEGINNERS
PHYSICAL CONDITION Trekking & Hiking; gorilla tracking can be a bit strenuous and being physically fit may be a pre-requisite to taking part in this activity. Under normal circumstances, a single trip takes between 2 to 7 hours and this depends on where the gorillas are on a particular day. Gorillas are wandering animals, each […]
Uganda also known as the Pearl of Africa, is incredibly gifted by nature. From snowcapped mountains, broad and green valleys dubbed the Switzerland of Africa, to hot springs and crater lakes. Not forgetting a people that are considered the most hospitable in the region and everything in between. We have put together a short list […]
As the world starts to recover from the effects of the pandemic and opening up borders and skies to global tourism, Uganda is boldly stating that it is tourist ready. In an effort to boost tourism in the country there has been a refreshing of its tourism destination brand promise, with the unveiling of a […]
RWANDA GATUNA BORDER RE-OPENED
In a statement released on twitter – Rwanda will reopen its main border with Uganda on Monday 31st January. This is after the Gatuna border abruptly closed in 2019, after Rwanda accused Uganda of abducting Rwandans and supporting rebels. Uganda denied the accusation and instead blamed Rwanda of infiltrating its security agencies. Long story short – the […]
Murchison Falls, which was initially named Kabalega Falls, a name stemming from the famous Bunyoro-Kitara Kingdom, is one of the best places to see in Uganda. It is the world’s most powerful falls and lies in the north-western part of Uganda surrounded by abundant wildlife. As the Nile River makes its way from its source […]
COVID-19 HEALTH MEASURES FOR ENTEBBE INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
S22/21 COVID-19 HEALTH MEASURES FOR ENTEBBE INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT GENERAL (GEN) The Government of the Republic of Uganda has issued the following directives effective October 27, 2021 until further notice on COVID-19 health measures at Entebbe International Airport. All arriving passengers at Entebbe International Airport will be subjected to COVID-19 test, regardless of country of origin […]