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The Uganda national forestry authority opening major forests for eco-tourism – Uganda safari news

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The Eco-tourism as it is always referred to  in form of tourism that considers traveling responsibly to natural areas with keen interest in conservation, supporting local communities and education. It has grown overtime and a good number of world travelers including those that undertake safaris in Uganda have picked interest in it. The Uganda National Forestry Authority, the governmental body which is responsible for taking care of Uganda’s forests is undertaking the forest reserve mapping with the interest of opening them up for eco-tourism along with other forms of adventure that can always be visited by Uganda safari undertakers. The range of thirteen (13) forest Reserves are under mapping including Mabira and Budongo and after the mapping licenses will be sought so as to undertake their development and management for tourism. At the moment, 20 licenses have already been approved by National Forestry Authority and the developments would commence immediately afte

The Bisoke Crater Lake Hike in Volcanoes National Park - Rwanda Safari News

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Mt. Bisoke is a dormant volcano, franked within Volcanoes National Park, and it also forms part of the famous Virunga mountain range that is shared by three countries of Rwanda, Uganda and Democratic Republic of Congo. The mountain is about 3 hour’ drive from Kigali capital city of Rwanda to Volcanoes National Park were the mountain is located. Exploring Bisoke Crater Lake Hike requires visitors on hiking safaris in Rwanda to be physically fit. Hiking begins you reporting to the park headquarters where you will meet your guide and group at the park reception. While at the headquarters, you will be briefed about the rules to follow while hiking o the summit of the volcano. Thereafter briefing, visitors on hiking safari tours to Rwanda will then be driven to the head trail were hiking activities start from. The Bisoke hike is done under the guidance of an experienced guide who leads you to the top of Mt. Bisoke. The hike is bit back-breaking as gorilla trekking safaris in

Mountain Gorillas in Rwanda - Rwanda Safari News

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Mountain gorillas are the world’s most endangered ape species and these are only found in small portions of protected afro Montane forests in Volcanoes national park situated in northwest Rwanda. The mountain gorillas are some of the wild life species attracting many Gorilla safari tours to Rwanda . Despite of the fact that Rwanda is a home to many wonderful birds, primates species as well as water bodies, unique cultures, insects, plants, and mountain gorillas have larger account as far as attracting safaris to Rwanda is concern. Hidden high among the forested, hilly areas of volcanoes national park in Rwanda, the mountain gorilla was not popular to science until 1902, when two mountain gorillas were first confronted by a German explorer who was on his hiking safari to Rwanda ’s Karimbi and Visoke Mountain housed in Volcanoes national Park. This set up the beginning point for many researchers and tourists to undertake gorilla safaris to Rwanda in order to carry out f

Bunyonyi Safari Resort, Kabale – Uganda Safaris News

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Bunyonyi safari resort situated in the Loviest Lake Bunyonyi in western Uganda is one of the best resorts in Kabale Districts which provides both local and international travelers on Uganda safaris comfortable lodging facilities and services in the rural a countryside setting of Bunyonyi. Bunyonyi Safari Resort locally owned and operated offers guests on Safaris to Uganda an opportunity to have taste of Ugandan local life while maintaining the current trend of Modernization. Bunyonyi Safari Resort is the best lodging facility where travellers on Uganda Safaris can base while exploring Lake Bunyonyi .The Resort is strategically located in the middle of Uganda’s Main protected areas like Bwindi Impenetrable National Park where Gorilla trekking safaris in Uganda are taken, Ishsha sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park were the tree climbing lions are easily sighted in Uganda, Mgahinga Gorilla Park-which is one of the parks were one can encounter the gorillas and explore

Alur chiefdom starts museum renovation for tourism-Uganda Safari News

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In Uganda today, Museums are acting as sites where cultural heritage, historical events, as well as place were important information of the particular culture of people is preserved and hence this has given these sites an upper hand to attract cultural tourists on Uganda safaris to visit them in order to explore the cultural attractions housed in Museums. Therefore the move by NEBBI political and Traditional leaders in Kaal-kwonga chiefdom located in Panyimur Sub-county to renovate the Museum is a good move both to locals and the tourism sector because this will help to increase the cultural attractions where tourist on Uganda safari tours to Northern region can spend their holidays where exploring the northern part of Uganda. The Museum’s renovation is good news to even the education sector in Northern region because schools can tour the site to learn more about the cultures of people, some can use the site as research Center and to tourism sector , the museum will help

What to know about Lutembe Bay Wetland in Uganda –Uganda Safari News

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Lutembe Bay Wetland is one of the best birding destinations in Uganda where travelers on Uganda safaris enjoy bird watching activities. The Lutembe Bay Wetland dubbed to be Ramsar site in Uganda is protected in shallow bay that is situated on the northern shore of Lake Victoria –the third largest fresh water body in the world and the largest in Africa. The famous birding site Lutembe Bay Wetland is conserved and Protected from the third largest lake in the world-Lake Victoria by large extension of Papyrus Island in Wakiso district .The well diversified vegetation found in the shoreline and muddy islands sheltered in the Lutembe Bay Wetland offer the best nesting as well as roosting sites for different stunning species of birds and other unique bio-diversity that influence many travelers to undertake safari tours to Uganda . The wetland is one of the main migration stop-overs for various bird species migrating from different countries in Africa. The spectacular site is

The move to boost tourism in eastern Uganda

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Eastern Uganda that stretches from Jinja up to the arid landscapes of Kidepo Valley National Park is one of the rich havens that have got great Uganda safari products with the potential to attract counts of world travelers to undertake safaris to Uganda . Jinja lying on the eastern side of the mighty Nile River and a the home to its maiden source has a range of adventure activities like the famous bungee jumping, quad biking, white water rafting and the newly unleashed Kagulu hill whose adventurous hiking challenges have prompted even the local Ugandans to try their luck. The region of Eastern Uganda is also a home of the Sipi falls with is beautiful Uganda safari tour feature that flows romantically in three separate falls in the district of Kapchorwa, Sironko and Mbale close to the other mighty feature – the Elgon Mountain 4321m which is the largest the largest Mountain Caldera in the whole world and the largest Volcanic base on the same scale. The Mountain boasts of

The Uganda conservation foundation gets its first general manager

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The Uganda Conservation Foundation is one of the reputable organizations  that have held the mantle of biodiversity conservation some of which are Uganda safari sites like National Parks ensuring their continued existence. Following a lengthy recruitment exercise, the  Conservation Foundation is proud to have got its first General Manager in history. The Board and Trustees of this Non-Governmental Organization in a press statement announced Anne- Marie Weeden as the successful candidate for the position. It was a moment of pleasure to hear the Director and Trustees of the Uganda Conservation Foundation break the news about the recruitment of a General Manager, a position that was competed for worldwide. This was welcomed by members of the public including those that have keen interest on bio-diversity conservation not forgetting the travelers that tend to undertake safaris in Uganda . The General Manager Anne-Marie Weeden brings with her a great deal of related expe

Uganda equator; exciting must stop point for Uganda safaris undertakers – Uganda safari news

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The Uganda Equator at Kayabwe along Masaka Road 77km from Kampala is a re-known must stop for travelers on safaris in Uganda . This magnificent natural feature breaks the planet earth into two equal parts from the north and South Pole presenting a point of meet between these two hemispheres. A range of tourists on Uganda safaris and tours while making their way to the destinations of Lake Mburo, Queen Elizabeth for the wildlife safaris in Uganda or extending to the Bwindi Impenetrable and Mgahinga Gorilla National Parks which are Uganda gorilla trekking safari tour destinations tend to make a stop at Uganda Equator crossing Kayabwe not only because of its natural history and beauty but also of its convenience in breaking the long journeys. The range of craft centers, coffee shops and other artistic collections also extend the experience at the time to beyond the equator its self. Also there is an exciting water experiment where a flower or any other item in the bowl of w

What to know about Uganda Martyrs Shrine Namugongo –Uganda Safari News

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Uganda Martyrs Shrine Namugongo is one of the best religious and cultural sites in Uganda drawing many travelers from Africa and all over the world to undertake safaris to Uganda especially on 3rd of June every year. The shrine is the place where a total of 32 young Ugandan Christian coverts were martyred on denial to condemn the new religion by then (Christianity) which was out spreading at fast rate in Uganda the pearl of Africa. This annoyed the Kabaka of Buganda by then King (Kabaka Mwanga II,) and he decided to order his loyalties to execute or murder the 32 young men who refused to denounce their religion. The Shrine is famous for its splendid as well as unique interior and exterior shape which is eye-catching to various travelers on Uganda safaris especially those that have spared time to visit the site. The shrine is also notable for its shape and architectural plan which is unique and only found in the site in the whole of Uganda. Taking Uganda safari to N

Uganda Reptiles Village in Entebbe - Uganda Safari News

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Uganda Reptile Village located in Entebbe-Uganda’s main entry town, is the best recommendable sites where tourists on Uganda safari tour can pleasantly enjoy the views of various African Reptiles that are protected in the part of Uganda. Uganda Reptile Village whose main aim is to sensitize and educate the local community to protect and conserve different reptile species as well as other important environmental resources like forests as well as swamps and water bodies are playing great role of saving the unique natural resources which are under great threat from human behaviors. Taking your Uganda safari tour to reptile village in Entebbe will offer you golden opportunity to come close to total of over 50 reptiles with twenty reptile spices which are on direct display in the site. The unique reptile’s species which are on display include the boomslangs, skinks, chameleons, cobras, monitor lizards and tortoises. Your Uganda tours and safaris to the Reptile village will o

Exploring Nabajjuzi Wetland in Uganda-Uganda Safari News

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Nabajjuzi wetland situated in Masaka is an important birding destination in Uganda- the pearl of Africa. The site acts as permanent home to threatened species such as the Sitatunga swamp antelope as well as the endangered species of the Shoe-bill which are all interesting species requested by many visitors while on their safari tours to in Uganda . The wetland is also permanent place for the spectacular Papyrus Yellow Warbler bird species. Highly endowed Nabajjuzi wetland is strategically located close to the main route linking tourists on Uganda gorilla trekking safaris to the western Uganda were gorilla trekking activities are conducted in Bwindi. Nabajjuzi wetland has a great potential to satisfy tourists on their Uganda safaris because it’s highly diversified. The swamp also offers breeding grounds for lungfish and Mudfish. The famous site is positioned in indigenous Buddu County which is one of the famous counties in the cultural endowed Buganda Kingdom. The beaut

Enjoying a memorable hike to Mount Karisimbi in Rwanda-Rwanda Safari News

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Rwanda dubbed the land of thousand hills is the best hiking destination for tourists searching for hiking destinations in Africa. The famous Karisimbi Mountain is one of the mountains in Rwanda where tourists on their safaris to Rwanda can easily enjoy memorable hiking experience while on their holiday safaris and tours to Rwanda . Mountain Karisimbi is the highest volcano among the eight volcanoes that form the precious Virunga massifs which are shared between three neighboring states of Rwanda –land of thousand hills, Uganda- the pearl of Africa and the nature richest Democratic Republic of Congo. The volcano’s highest peak stands at an elevation of 4507m above sea level and this makes it to qualify to be the fifth highest mountain in Africa. Hiking to the top of the volcano is hectic but ones who hikes on Rwanda safaris reaches the top he/she is highly rewarded with the wonderful views of the natural surroundings of Rwanda, Congo and even parts of Uganda. Mountain

Exploring Dian Fossey Tomb in Volcanoes National Park - Rwanda Safari News

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The famous Dian Fossey was an American researcher who dedicated her time to conserve and protect the endangered species of the mountain gorillas which are today attracting many gorilla safari tours to Rwand a. The American conservationist settled in Rwanda’s Volcanoes national park in the year 1967 when she even established Karisoke Gorilla Research Centre where she used to base to sensitize masses not to poach the gorillas. Dain Fossey who was dubbed Nyirmachabelli, by the local Rwandan people played great role in conserving mountain gorillas up to the year 1978 when she was murdered by the local poachers whom she was against their acts of poaching the mountain gorillas. Today her tomb or graveyard lies in Karisoke Center just 30 minutes’ drive from Volcanoes national park. The tomb deserves to be explored while on your Gorilla trekking safaris to Rwanda ’s Volcanoes. The one hours trek from Volcanoes park headquarters to Dian Fossey’s Tomb is that rewarding experien

Must See Cultural Places in Kampala City-Uganda Safari News

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Kampala is a tourism destination of its own which deserves to be explored by any visitor planning for safaris to Uganda . As it’s the case with other developing cities in Africa, Kampala Capital City of Uganda is serviced with number of world-class hotels such as Sheraton, Serena, Imperial Royal, and Grand Imperial among others. These accommodation places offer the best places to base while on your Uganda safari tour to Kampala. The city is also surrounded with collection nice modern shopping Malls, Art and Craft shops, reputable safari operators that can organize your Uganda safari tour to Kampala at minimal cost. Kampala City is one of the best cities in Africa where you will never be bored while on your Uganda safari tour . The city located in the central part of Uganda is endowed with different cultural attractions like Uganda National Museum which is taken to be oldest Museum in the whole of East African region. The Famous Museum located on Kiira road in Kamwokya, i

Gorilla Tracking in Mgahinga - Uganda Safaris News

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Mgahinga Gorilla Park is of one the safe havens in Uganda where travellers on their Uganda gorilla trekking safaris can confront the mountain gorillas in their natural home of the Virunga massifs which cover the most part of Mgahinga Gorilla Park. With Uganda having around 400 mountain gorillas, Mgahinga is a second park in Uganda where one habituated gorilla group has been opened to be visited by tourists on their gorilla trekking safaris to Uganda . Under taking Gorilla Safaris to Uganda will provide you that awaited time to confront the mountain gorillas in the African Continent. Your safaris to Uganda’s Mgahinga will bring you closer to Nyakagezi gorilla group which is the only habituated gorilla group in Mgahinga. Trekking Nyakagezi gorilla group is more interesting than trekking any other mountain gorilla group in Uganda. Mountain gorilla trekking in Mgahinga just like it’s in Bwindi, the activity starts early in the morning by visitors reporting to the park headq

More to Ngamba than Chimps - Uganda Safari News

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For so long, travelers on Uganda safaris to Ngamba Island visit the Island to enjoy the views of the rescued orphaned chimps that are protected in the Island, but  to your own surprise, Ngamba Island is also birding destination with over 130 different bird species .These are very delightful and every charming to visitors on their Uganda safaris . The different bird species housed in the Island include the forest birds which are supported by the surrounding forest vegetation in the Island, water bird species which survive in the water banks of Lake Victoria were the Island is located are all attractive and eye-catching to any travelers on Uganda safari tour to Ngamba Island. The bird list which venerate the areas with Ngamba Island include the species of Long-tailed cormorant, Greater cormorant, hite pelican, Pink backed pelican, Goliath heron, Ardea goliath, headed heron, Little egret, Egretta garzetta among others. The famous Ngamba Island is also natural habitat t

Mountaineering experience in Uganda-Uganda Safari News

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Uganda is the best tourism destination to travelers seeking for memorable hiking and mountain experiences in Africa. Given the comfortable climate and some other rare physical features that greatly support mountaineering activities, the country has success fully fulfilled the interest of travelers who have under taken mountaineering safaris to Uganda and hence to those potential travelers they should look no further than Uganda the Pearl of Africa. Uganda as mountaineering tourism destination has country a lot of potential to both expert and amateur climbers. Uganda‘s mountaineering destination of Mt. Elgon is one of the delightful destinations to travelers who are not seniors in hiking and climbing activities. Hiking this famous mountain leads you to Wagagai peak .The highest peak of mountain can be reached by help of four different trails which are all very fascinating. The shortest route but highly rewarding Sasa trail leads climbers on Uganda safaris to the communi

Chimpanzee Trekking in Uganda - Uganda Safari News

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Uganda the pearl of Africa is truly number one tourism destination because of its delightful tourist activities which are organized in distinctive safari packages like Chimpanzee trekking safari tours in Uganda plus Mountain Gorilla trekking safaris in Uganda , Primate Safari tours to Uganda as well as Uganda wildlife safaris. Uganda is endowed with unique national parks like Kibale national park also dubbed the primate capital in the world because it’s the only park in East Africa and Africa in General which has the highest number of Chimpanzees that are habituated for tourism and research purposes . Chimpanzee trekking Safaris in Uganda are one of the most enjoyed safaris in Uganda because the country has the highest number of destinations where visitors on Uganda safaris can enjoy the views of the human relatives protected in the jungle of the forest. The process which trekkers pass through when trekking these interactive as well as communicative and intelligent, ple