PRIME SAFARIS AND TOURS AFRICA

For many decades people from the east have always been known as the wise men because the sun always comes from the east. The journey from Kampala, the capital city heading to the east through towns of mukono and Lugazi before traversing mabira forest where you feel the breeze of the largest natural forest in Uganda presents a remarkable start on your Uganda safaris and tours. Continuing on the drive to the cosmopolitan town of Jinja which has great history attached to it as the largest industrial town in Uganda before the Asians were expelled from Uganda by the infamous Idi Amin. The area contains the source of the mystical Nile River which is the longest in the world and highly sought after by travelers on safaris in Uganda . You are already in Busoga land and thus under the leadership of Kyabazinga, the King of the Basoga. Take time to explore the customs, traditions and practices of the Basoga including the stories of their migration and the emergence of the Kingship...

Driving along the highways during your safari and tour to Uganda is one of the most fascinating things you could ever think about or experience in the entire world. Uganda’s transportation system is an attraction in itself. From the conditions of the roads to the beauty that you drive past and not forgetting the craziness of the drivers along those highways; Uganda is just an entertaining place to be. While on your Uganda tour and safari you will discover that along the highways (especially those leading to the most satisfying places like the National Parks) are several stopover points but these are not any ordinary stopovers. These are places to catch some of the tastiest pieces of roasted meat, chicken, cassava, fruits and frigid drinks; mentioning just a few. You might have packed enough food and water for your road trip but the things sold at the stopovers are not something you have ever tasted and  many a time not be readily available in the modern restaurants ...

Located in the northern part of the Uganda safari destination of Queen Elizabeth National Park in the south west of Uganda, the Katwe explosion crater has presented itself as an impressive destination that a traveler can encounter. The excessive volcanic pressures resulted into a series of volcanic eruptions that left a range deep hollows that were to be filled with water forming crater lakes. The Katwe area experienced this earth process and an explosion crater field was formed in an extinct form though some still emit sulphurous gases as encountered on safaris in Uganda . Visiting the Katwe Explosion crater is by no means ordinary. The people have lived around it as an enclave community within the rolling savannah park of Queen Elizabeth. Including the Katwe area on the list of what to visit while planning safaris to Uganda ; is one of the life time decisions that a world traveler would not regret for having undertook. The communities have got rich traditions and t...

Positioned in the area of Fort Portal in the west of Uganda, the Amabere Caves and Fort Portal Crater Lake field has come up as the new additions to the Uganda safari products that can be encountered in the area. The Amabere g’ Nnyinamwiru caves are ancient breast-like features that have got a lot of both cultural and geographical attachment depending on which angle one wants to view them from. Traditionally, as their name suggests, the Amabere g’ Nyinamwiru caves literally translated as the breasts of Nnyinamwiru are noted to have been breasts of the legendary daughter of the self-enthroned King of the Bachwezi named Bukuku who assumed the throne after the disappearance of Ishaza to the underground world while following the beautiful cows that were sent as traps by Nyamiyonga – the King of Underground. Bukuku who was initially a gate keeper and who was left as the care taker of the palace at the departure of Ishaza took over because Ishaza had delayed much and because h...

Grab a pen and a piece of paper and write down the following details. “In the heart of the African continent, 440 kilometers west of Kampala City, along the equator and in the districts of Kabarole, Kasese and Bundibugyo rests Africa’s third largest mountain called Rwenzori”. Now that you know the place feel free to put down that pen. Rwenzori is actually the highest block mountain in the whole of Africa. The Margherita peak (5,109m Above Sea Level) of the Rwenzoris is the highest point you can ever be at during your Uganda safari . The Rwenzoris are a series of six independent mountain ranges that are divided by deep green valleys which are diversely filled with fauna and flora species of all sizes and colors. The upper heights are protected by one of Africa’s prettiest Mountainous National Parks and are a UNESCO World Heritage Site principally because of the verdant botany therein. Even before Safaris and tours to Uganda ’s western parts began, the world knew about th...

Grab a pen and a piece of paper and write down the following details. “In the heart of the African continent, 440 kilometers west of Kampala City, along the equator and in the districts of Kabarole, Kasese and Bundibugyo rests Africa’s third largest mountain called Rwenzori”. Now that you know the place feel free to put down that pen. Rwenzori is actually the highest block mountain in the whole of Africa. The Margherita peak (5,109m Above Sea Level) of the Rwenzoris is the highest point you can ever be at during your Uganda safari . The Rwenzoris are a series of six independent mountain ranges that are divided by deep green valleys which are diversely filled with fauna and flora species of all sizes and colors. The upper heights are protected by one of Africa’s prettiest Mountainous National Parks and are a UNESCO World Heritage Site principally because of the verdant botany therein. Even before Safaris and tours to Uganda ’s western parts began, the world knew about t...

The forest of Kalinzu has gained the ground to become one of the favorite Uganda safari destinations in the south west of Uganda due its counts of biodiversity and the physical offerings. The forest which is given as the extension of the Maramagambo forest to the east and covering a geographical spread of 137km presents a remarkable forest cover with mature trees that form an impressive forest canopy ideal to encounter on Uganda safaris and tours . Like most of the African forests that are verdant in nature, Kalinzu Forest settles with 414 tree species and shrubs among which include Parinari, Prunus Africana and Stroboia. The forest presents an ideal home to six (6) diurnal species of primate including olive baboon, Chimpanzees, black and white colobus monkeys, L’ Hhoest Monkeys, Blue and Red tailed monkeys. The forest also supports a range of pottos and two galago Species which are not explored during night walks not forgetting the tree hyrax. Apart from primates and t...

Uganda is one of the smaller countries on the African continent but it is surprisingly one of the most ethnically diverse places on the globe and probably in the entire universe. Although many of these ethnic groups have some close ties with at least one other group in the country, they each have elements in their cultural fabric that are entirely dissimilar from any other, especially the traditions and dialects or languages. This makes Uganda a top tours and safari destination in the world especially for tourists who are interested in having an entirely new cultural experience. In the three (3) southwestern districts of Uganda called Bundibugyo, Ntoroko and Kasese where the famous “Mountains of the Moon” (the Rwenzoris) are situated; lives a fascinating kingdom called Rwenzururu; one of Uganda’s youngest kingdoms. The Banyarwenzururu (a name given to the people who inhabit the Rwenzururu kingdom) include two subgroups (the Bakonjo and the Amba). The history of Rwenzururu...

The indigenous Karimojong thrive high in the mountain of Morungole in the Uganda safari destination of Kidepo Valley National Park to the north east of Uganda. The Indigenous Karimojong are a small group of people that range between 10,000 – 11,000 numbers and are noted to have migrated from Ethiopia first settling in Kenya and then eventually settling in Kidepo Valley National Park. The Indigenous Karimojong are known to be hunter gather culture but they later abandoned hunting due to continued interference from the Pokot cattle keepers and government interference in the 1960s and as a result, they pushed to the mountainous landscapes of Morungole for harmonious living where they can be found today while on safaris in Uganda . It is noted that the indigenous Karimojong were the initial tribal group to migrate to the north east of Uganda and to them their naming means the head of migration or the first ones to settle there. Visiting the Indigenous Karimojong in their ...

Mgahinga Gorilla National Park is noted to be among the new parks that were formed in the early 1990s and for it; the main motive was to protect the mountain gorillas which are always encountered on gorilla trekking safaris in Uganda . Positioned at the extreme south western tip of Uganda, Mgahinga protects the Ugandan side of the three Virunga Volcanoes that adjoin the eight Virunga mountain chain where 480 mountain gorillas are known to be thriving presenting remarkable gorilla safari in Uganda and Rwanda. Mountain Gorillas dwell in the forested landscapes of Muhabura, Gahinga and Sabyinyo and one group Nyakagyezi has been habituated and it is the only one gorilla family that can encountered while trekking gorillas in Mgahinga Gorilla National Park. The gorilla trekking in Mgahinga requires one to secure permits on ground from Uganda Wildlife Authority branch in Kisoro as they are not booked at the headquarters in Kampala. The start point for the trek is either ...

Sipi falls located in the east of Uganda is one of the famous Uganda safari attractions appearing in its natural picturesque overlooking the Elgon Mountain and the close to the boarder of Kenya. The Sipi Falls is positioned in the Kapchorwa district which is in the north east of Mbale and Sironko. The Sipi falls Area is a popular starting point for a range of hikes on Mount Elgon which is the fourth tallest in East Africa and the eighth on African continent. The famous route which commences at Budadiri following Sasa Trail heading to the summit before descending down the Sipi trail and then back to Sipi Falls is within the Sipi fall and offers travelers on safaris in Uganda a considerable hiking experience. The hiking encounters around Sipi falls offer impressive views of the plains of Karamoja, Mount Elgon slopes and the gigantic Lake Kyoga which is the second largest fresh water lake in Uganda. The adventure exploration to Sipi Falls by travelers planning safaris to...

Known as the Buhoma Mukono Community Development Association which is found in Buhoma the popular Uganda gorilla safari destination, the association brings together a count of 7,000 local people to tap the benefits presented by tourism to develop the community and improve livelihood not forgetting natural resource conservation. The Association is working hard to secure sustainable jobs for the community members and empowerment in skills development to work as guides among other aspects. This is seen as a way of mobilizing the community to gain from tourism revenue that is generated from the travelers that plan gorilla safaris to Uganda . The community initiative has gone ahead to carry out two (2) impressive investments in form of safari lodges namely; the Haven and the Buhoma Community Rest Camp. The revenue that is gathered from these developments is spread in the communal projects including the Buhoma Community High School, Buhoma Community Primary School, Buhoma Gra...

The western and southwestern parts of Uganda are known to be the most rewarding locations for tours and safari guests in Uganda. One of the sweet ingredients of this area is a Lake called Bunyonyi; a name it gets because of its great assemblage of bird species. The local people in the area named it Bunyonyi which translates as “the place of many little birds”. Yes, Lake Bunyonyi is located in southwestern Uganda between the districts of Kisoro and Kibale and its shores are just seven (7) kilometers from the town of Kabale (which is popular for its terraced hills). It covers a total area of 61 square kilometers and is believed to be one of the deepest lakes in Africa; but this has not yet been proven. The lake is an Important Birding area and attracts both domestic and international guests on birding tours and safaris to Uganda . The lake is just something for the eye to delve upon but surprisingly, there is not a lot of literature written about it, neither are there many...

Holidays are meant to relieve us of the stress that we experience as a result of the routine that dominates most days of our weeks, months and years. But planning for a perfect holiday can also be equally stressful; especially when looking for the perfect destination to travel to, or deciding on where to spend a few nights. It is awesome places like Chameleon Hill Lodge which provide an answer to the question of luxury accommodation that man Uganda Safari and Tours guests might be having. Chameleon Hill is located atop a hill at an altitude of only 1800m but high enough to enjoy perfect views of the authentic African natural environment. The lodge is cleverly located between the life-containing National Parks of Mgahinga Gorilla and Bwindi Impenetrable which are most famed for Uganda’s mountain gorilla trekking safaris . The lodge is married with the shores of Lake Mutanda which is back dropped by a number of hills and the Virunga Volcanoes; offering the best spots to ...

Humans tend to cling onto some things in their past; even people who claim to loathe history still have things in their past that they cannot let go of. Although the contemporary talk is “forget your past and move on into the future”, a journey backwards does not hurt at all but rather offers us opportunities to encounter details in our past that we might have missed. On a safari to central Uganda, tourists have a similar opportunity to travel back in time without using any sophisticated scientific technology. The Kasubi Royal Tombs will continue to interest domestic tourists but foreign travelers will be wowed even more. You might be wondering what there is to find among the dead, but these tombs have a lot more than that to present to the eye and to the ear. The royal tombs at Kasubi are the perfect place for religious and cultural enthusiasts, and for people who just want to dig deep into the arts, beliefs and traditions of Uganda’s largest ethnic community, the Bag...

Rwanda , the land of a thousand hills as it is always referred has got various boating options that are beyond the popularly known Gisenyi – Lake Kivu which is always encountered by travelers on Rwanda safaris and tours . To the north west of the country in the Musaze area, there lies other two gems that have got the potential to offer a remarkable boating experience in Rwanda. Surrounded by the Virunga Volcanoes which comprise of a chain of eight mountains, the Lakes of Bulera and Ruhonda stands as identical twins in their natural shape overlooking the Volcanoes National Park where gorilla trekking safaris in Rwanda are carried out on the annual gorilla naming ceremony – the Kwita Izina Ceremony. The beauty of the lakes along with their surrounding magical sceneries and rewarding boating and fishing activities combine to make the lakes worth exploring on safaris in Rwanda . Upon reaching on Ruhengeri town, you are received by the stunning views of the Volcanoes that r...

Volcanoes National Park goes beyond Rwanda gorilla trekking safaris . Perched on the slopes of the Volcanoes, the Volcanoes National Park is a home to the endangered golden monkeys which have been habituated to form a ground for golden monkey tracking in Rwanda. Tracking golden monkeys can be considered as one of the highlights of park and scientifically referred to as Cercopithecus Mitis Kandti, the golden monkeys dwell in the high altitude landscapes of forested hills of Volcanoes National Park that is always visited by travelers on safaris in Rwanda . Known to be sub species of Sykes Monkey also referred to as the Blue Monkey, the golden monkeys are believed to thriving only in the high slopes of the Virunga massif on a world scale and being among the rare specs, they have been listed as endangered. It is such a life time encounter viewing these impressive species as they leap from the branches of the bamboo by Rwanda safari undertakers on leisure and research. Vol...

Chimpanzees are apparently among the famous Uganda safari products that are of great interest to the world travelers. Well known for their remarkable intelligence and close relations to human beings, the chimpanzees have become a darling to many and encountering them is never disappointing. Being among the big apes that are still thriving in the verdant tropical forests of Africa and South America, the Common Chimpanzees are noted to have a common ancestral origin along with gorillas and Orangutans. The ancestral touch with humans cannot be missed too. Uganda dubbed the pearl of Africa has indeed maintained and defended the name because of the diverse habitat and the intense bio diversity concentration that is rarely found in other destinations in the world. Uganda boasts of a myriad of destinations where chimpanzees both habituated and non-habituated are known to thriving. Stretching from the Budongo Forest where counts of 800 chimpanzee are thriving to Kibale Nationa...

The issue of the dress code of the mountain gorilla trekking encounter is very critical to most of the travelers that undertake gorilla safaris in Uganda . Tracking mountain gorillas is done in the forested habitats of Bwindi Impenetrable and Mgahinga Gorilla National Park all in the south west and thus getting out of the usual life in cities to head to the jungle for the gorilla adventure one is right to question the nature of dressing. The challenging hilly landscapes where these gorillas are found cannot be missed while on your Uganda gorilla safaris and tours . Thus, putting on your sturdy shoes that are fit for walking, light to carry and firm on ground is one of the best avenues to neutralize the terrain. The dense jungle with thick undergrowth at times contains thorny bushes which would definitely pierce your skin with their nettles. This thus, makes the thick trousers and long sleeved tops suitable for the excursion as you wouldn’t wish to leave your skin in the...