PRIME SAFARIS AND TOURS AFRICA

Nestled at the northern boundary of Murchison Falls National Park overlooking the Albert Nile, Fort Murchison is a legendary Uganda Safari lodge that dates far back to the times of the Arabs. Fort Murchison indeed stands as a carefully maintained serene out post formed at the time when the Arabs traders along with European explorers took up Africa Safaris including safaris to Uganda in search of profitable goods and unique physical features respectively. The lodge is distinguished by a massive tower, an earth colored walls and the Swahili touch with a unique roof top terrace offering panoramic views of the world’s longest River Nile and extensive savannah of Murchison. The roof top is perfect for a sundowner after a long day in the park doing game drive and river safari. The accommodation at Fort Murchison is offered in mid market and budget setting so as to serve the diverse travelers on wildlife Safaris in Uganda . The Mid market accommodation is provided in rooms coun...

Also referred to Damaliscus lunatus jimela, the Topi is one of the popular antelope wildlife species viewed by travelers on wildlife safaris in Uganda . Physically, they share a lot in common with the Hartebeest but they possess a dark coloration and do not have sharp angled horns. The topis are marked with elongated heads, hump at the base of the neck, mask like dark coloration in the face, reddish brown bodies while the upper legs feature dark purple patching. The coats of Topis feature shiny short hairs as viewed on Uganda Safaris and tours . In terms of size, the Topi stretch from 68 – 160kg while the body length can be 150 – 210cm and the tail is 40 – 60cm. Their shoulder height is 100 - 130cm making them tall species.   Topis thrive in grassland habitats which include open plains, savannah woodland and arid landscapes. They prefer to feed on green grass of medium height and would dwell more in places where such green grass push into the dry season especially cl...

The history of Zakayo is very touching while its appearance and behaviour mark one of the exciting moments that can be explored on Uganda Safaris and tours .  Dating far back in time when he was kidnapped from his initial family and eventually surrendered to Government after the “owners” could not withstand it due to his aggressiveness; Zakayo has passed through the thick and thin including surviving in the run down zoo during the turbulent times of Amin. Amazingly, Zakayo is still living and now enjoys comfortably his evening years with his fans treating him to an exciting birth day event with a cake every year which is not only a moment of joy to him but also a move to raise awareness about Chimpanzee conservation and their significance among which include attracting world travellers to plan safaris to Uganda . On Thursday Oct 27 th in the lush green of Budongo Island in the Uganda Wildlife Education Centre (UWEC) the former Entebbe Zoo; the Zakayo was treated t...

  110 years down the road, Italy still bears the memories of the Mount Rwenzori summit by their Duke of Abruzzi in 1906. Rwenzori Mountains rising to 5,109m above sea level is noted to be among the historical legendary physical features that pulled the European explorers to undertake safaris to Uganda Africa . The Luigi Amadeo di Savoy who lived from 1873 to 1933 was born in the city of Madrid to then King of Spain who abdicated the throne and retreated to Italy few weeks after the birth of his son. Luigi was given Italian Navy at the age of six (6) and attended only Military schools before leading the first ascent to the 5,484m Mount St. Elias in 1897 at the age of Twenty four (24). In the year 1906, Luigi planned an Africa adventure Safari in Uganda to the famous Rwenzori Mountains which the ancient Greek Geographer Ptolemy had earlier in 150AD called snow capped legendary Mountains of the moon and anticipated to be the Source of River Nile -  the world’s lon...

As part of the World Tourism Day celebrations that were held in Mbarara, the Uganda Wildlife Authority took the initiative to incorporate in the disbursal of 175 Million Shillings to the local communities around the Uganda Safari destination of Lake Mburo National Park under the revenue sharing scheme. The 20% of the entrance fees collected from the travelers on wildlife safaris in Uganda at the park gates is supposed as per the Uganda Wildlife Act of 2000 to be shared among the local governments touching the boundaries of the park every year. The event which was presided over by Rt. Hon. Ruhakana Rugunda – the Prime Minister of Uganda along with Prof. Ephraim Kamuntu the Minister of Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities and his State Minister Hon. Godfrey Kiwanda saw the 175 million Shillings for the year 2014 / 2015 handed over to the local leaders in cheques amidst great excitement. The three of the beneficiaries namely; Mbarara Municipal Council, Kiruhura District and ...

Positioned in the Buhoma sector to the north of the Uganda gorilla safari destination of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Gorilla Forest Camp is a top notch facility that offers up class accommodation services in the wilderness. Gorilla Forest Camp is inside the Mountain Gorilla Forest close to the park and the starting point for the Uganda gorilla trekking safari activity presenting an easy access for its guests and gentle transfer to catch up with briefing compared to those that would have slept a little far from the briefing site. The lodge is crafted in natural materials making it environmental friendly. The eight (8) exclusive chalets are very spacious equipped with two (2) Queen Sized comfortable warm beds and a huge bath tub overlooking the forest ideal for a soothing and refreshing bath after a challenging hiking day to the Mountain Gorillas. The luxury touch comes along with a majestically set private terrace on each chalet overlooking the forest where poss...

Fort Jesus positioned in Mombasa Kenya is one of the Africa Safari man made attractions with rich history and heritage.  The Fort is noted to have been constructed between 1593 and 1596 on the orders of King Philip I of Portugal with the intention of guarding the Old Port of Mombasa. Fort Jesus was built featuring the shape of a man when viewed from the Air and it was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in the year 2011 as among the most outstanding well preserved features of the Portuguese Military fortifications in the 16 th Century increasing its significance in the East African Safari tour product portfolio. From 1631 to 1875, Fort Jesus is noted to have been won and lost nine (9) times by the Imperialist nations that contested to gain control of Kenya. In 1958, the site was considered a historical monument. The remarkable architecture was designed by Giovanni Battista Cairati who was the head Architect of all the possessions of the Portuguese in the East...

The Mountain Gorilla is members of Great Apes dating far back to the Old world monkey and are apparently the main icon for gorilla Safaris in Uganda and Rwanda .  Thriving at 900km from the Western Low land Gorillas, the Mountain Gorillas limited in range to only three countries in the world namely; Uganda Rwanda and Democratic Republic of Congo. Known to have initially belonged to the same group, the separation of the Mountain Gorillas and the Western Low land gorilla groups occurred during the Last Ice age which destroyed the equatorial jungle of Central African basin leading to the growth of savannah vegetation. These gorilla groups could not reunite because the vegetation was not favoring them and though the equatorial vegetation later redeveloped, the groups had taken different directions and could not re-unite. This historical separation created two groups; the Western Low land Gorillas and the Eastern Low land Gorillas. The Mountain Gorillas are noted to have ...

Boma Hotel positioned in Entebbe Municipality is one of the perfect midrange hotels positioned close to Entebbe International Airport thus offering convenient stay for the travelers on Safaris in Uganda on their first and last night’s stay in the country. Nestled in lush tropical gardens, the Boma Hotel has a traditional touch that dates far back from the colonial era and the influence of  modernity that combine to offer a matching comfortable environment with minimum standards.  The rooms feature great deal of privacy and furnishing with a mix of African and European décor dating far back to 1940s. Travelers on Uganda Safaris and tours can choose from the selection of bedding options including King Size double beds, twins, singles, triples and family setting while the baby cribs can as well be provided. The guests staying at Boma Hotel Entebbe enjoy a wide range of facilities in its rooms including; 24 hour reception, private veranda, mosquito nests, en suit...

Scientifically referred to as Okapia johnstoni, the Okapi animal is a notable giraffid artiodactyls mammal known to thrive in Democratic Republic of Congo world over where it is explored on Congo Safaris and tours . It can be noted that despite the possession of stripped marking similar to those of Zebra, the Okapi is majorly related to Giraffe making them (Okapi and Giraffe) the only living members of Giraffiddae family. The Okapi rise to 1.5m in height and stretch to 2.5m in length while its weight ranges from 200kg to 350kg. It is marked by long neck, wide and flexible ears. The color ranges from chocolate to reddish brown with white horizontal stripes along with rings on the legs and white ankles. The Male Okapis posses horns called ossicones covered by hair stretching to 15cm in height while the females do not have horns as viewed on Wildlife Safaris in Congo . The Okapi Species are known to be diurnal thus graze during the day but can as well be active for a few...

As the hands of time pass, the extreme points of mankind shall remain for the taste of those that will appear after them! Indeed Murambi Genocide memorial a true manifestation of one of the extreme points of man that will forever be felt by many including those on safaris and tours in Rwanda . Initially known as Murambi Technical School, Murambi Genocide Memorial Site is positioned in the village of Murambi, Remera Cell in the Nyamagabe District’s Gasaka sector at 126km from the Rwanda’s main capital Kigali. And before the genocide, this area of Murambi was under the commune of Nyamagabe in the prefecture of Gikongoro which was an amalgamation of Bunyambiri, Bufundu, Buyenzi and Nyaruguru Communes in 1963. The region is noted to have had a history of killings from the year 1959 especially in the Bufundu region during the reign of prefect Jean Baptiste Rwasibo who with the aid of the Belgian Authorities crafted a plan to eliminate the Tutsi in the region. Following the ...

The destination Uganda will be honoured to make a historical presentation at this year’s Tusk Conservation Lecture to be held on November 23 rd represented by a distinguished Conservationist and Health Officer Dr. Gladys Zikusoka Kalema Popularly known as the founder of Conservation Through Public Health (CTPH), Dr. Gladys has truly demonstrated the linkage between the Mountain Gorillas and Public Health. Standing at the population of 880 world over and found in only three countries, the Mountain Gorillas are considered critically endangered and are listed among the must see creatures for many safari enthusiasts including those on Gorilla Safaris in Uganda . The Communities living around the Mountain Gorilla habitats are noted to be among the most struggling on the continent of Africa marked with limited social services while the high population growth puts them in resource use conflict with the Mountain Gorillas including encroaching on their habitats – something that ...

The news of Cantsbee disappearance was reported on October 10 th 2016 when the trackers belonging to Dian Fossey Fund could not trace this mighty Silverback from its gorilla family on their daily monitoring routine. Due to his Old age and considering the fact that the gorilla group was characterized by lots of traveling, the trackers first thought that Cantsbee could have remained behind which prompted them to thim that he may return the next day and still found him no where despite a lot of searching. Since then, several tracking groups have been undertaking extensive searches in the volcanic highlands – a popular destination for Rwanda Gorilla Safari undertakers but painfully no single trace of Cantsbee has been identified. As a result of Cantsbee disappearance, his gorilla group Pablo has started to sub group and that a range of adults could not be seen with the entire group couple of times which is a common phenomenon among various Mountain Gorilla Families that los...

The news of Cantsbee disappearance was reported on October 10 th 2016 when the trackers belonging to Dian Fossey Fund could not trace this mighty Silverback from its gorilla family on their daily monitoring routine. Due to his Old age and considering the fact that the gorilla group was characterized by lots of traveling, the trackers first thought that Cantsbee could have remained behind which prompted them to thim that he may return the next day and still found him no where despite a lot of searching. Since then, several tracking groups have been undertaking extensive searches in the volcanic highlands – a popular destination for Rwanda Gorilla Safari undertakers but painfully no single trace of Cantsbee has been identified. As a result of Cantsbee disappearance, his gorilla group Pablo has started to sub group and that a range of adults could not be seen with the entire group couple of times which is a common phenomenon among various Mountain Gorilla Families that los...

Jinja is in the enchanting mood as the hopes of developing the Source of the Nile – one of the famous and strategic Uganda Safari tour sites have eventually met the reality. Mr Yong Wan, the Mayor of Chinese City of Wuhan in his recent visit promised support in terms of infrastructure as regards the beautification and development of the this site. Interestingly, Wuhan and Jinja have got a remarkable similarity since they are both gifted with lush flowing water bodies in their neighbourhood.  The City of Yuhan is positioned at the convergence of Han and Yangzi Rivers in between Beijing and Guangzhou. The Wuhan City is composed of three (3) towns including; Hankou, Wuchang and Hanyanga overlooking one another across the majestic rivers but connected by bridges. Due to these similarities, Mr. Wan derives his motivation to collaborate with Jinja Municipal Council to develop the town of Jinja commencing with infrastructural support that will see the source of the Nile am...

Positioned in Mpumalanga to the north of Drakensberg escarpment, Blyde River Canyon is one of the fascinating Africa Safari tour sites in the Republic of South Africa. Stretching to 25km in length, the Blyde River Canyon is indeed among the impressive scenic places of Africa. The Canyon is marked by red sandstone and the canyon’s highest point is Mariepskop rising to 1,944m (6,378 feet) above sea level whereas the lowest point is slightly below 561m (1,841 feet) above sea level putting its depth at 1,383m (4,537 feet). Though it can be challenging to compare canyons world over, it can be noted that the Blyde River Canyon is among the world’s largest Canyons and is believed to the largest green canyon considering its luxuriant subtropical foliage as always viewed by travelers on Africa Adventure Vacation holidays .  The Blyde River Canyon is recorded to be the second on the continent of Africa after the Fish River Canyon and is truly considered among the amazing natu...

Gorilla trekking in Rwanda is one of Africa’s most interesting safari activities as it attracts more visitors in this country than any other activity in Rwanda. Rwanda has the second largest portion of the total mountain gorilla population in the world after Uganda. Many travelers prefer going to Rwanda especially for primate watching safaris and this is the reason why the country has greatly improved when it comes to tourism. Also referred to as as the land of a thousand hills; Rwanda offers the best atmosphere for tracking mountain gorillas . The only national park in Rwanda where mountain gorillas can be tracked is Volcanoes National park in the northern parts of the country about 85km from Kigali capital city. Volcanoes National park records the highest number of visitors and these come specifically to track these primates. Volcanoes National Park covers an area size of 130km² covered with scenic and forested mountain ranges and also 6 volcanoes. The park is a home...

Experts in Uganda’s tourism industry have advised Uganda to utilize its great history about their former presidents like the ferocious dictator Idi Amin Dada and the Namugongo Christian martyrs as one of their selling points to draw in tourists Africa safaris into this nation. Uganda’s economy has been trying to launch a dominant tourism sector through marketing its wildlife and amazing nature to the world, however, Uganda has been cautioned that it might be challenging to sell Uganda as one of the Wildlife destination considering that other nations such as Rwanda, Kenya and Tanzania already have a step in this as well. Almost all travelers on safaris to Uganda have heard about Idi Amin, just as the Apartheid in South Africa as well as the legendary Nelson Mandela. Because of what happened during his ruling time as a Ugandan president during the 1970s, Idi Amin Dada was termed as the ‘Butcher of Uganda’ and is one the most famous of all past independence dictators in...

Uganda boasts of over 650 designated cultural sites and monuments identified as significantly valuable, with 2 UNESCO world heritage sites, and 8 sites still pending for approval. One of the favorites is the Entanda Traditional Hunting and Cultural Encounters, which lies 60km to and from  Kampala city Center and offers experiences that can’t be found anywhere. From a distance, visitors on cultural Uganda safaris can hear the sounds of the African drums, which become louder as you draw nearer to Entanda village. The traditional music, with local people dancing along with it gives a very warm and exciting welcome to the visitors who come Entanda. People of Entanda offer buffets of fresh and organic fruits from their own gardens as part of the warm welcome. Everything is delicious ranging from jackfruit, watermelon, guavas, passion fruit, paw-paw, yellow bananas and sour-sop fruits and visitors are encouraged to pack some as well. Visitors on their safari in Uganda ...

Uganda is one of the most sought after tourist destination for this year and the years to come and has been ranked among the best African countries to visit. Many people visit Uganda give tell us that it is because of its diversity and is among the 3 countries where the endangered mountain gorillas can be trekked today. In today’s write-up we look at Uganda beyond gorilla trekking only in the two parks of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and Mgahinga gorilla national park. We bring to your understanding other Uganda safari tourist activities and attractions that you can go for or combine with gorilla trekking in Uganda . Winston Churchill in his write ups named Uganda as the “ pearl of Africa ” meaning that this country offers a lot beyond gorilla trekking safaris . There is no doubt that gorilla trekking is one of the most sought-after activity in Uganda but beyond gorilla tracking, Uganda boasts of a number of national parks, rivers, lakes and forests . Uganda is al...

Nyungwe forest is in the southwestern parts of Rwanda bordering with Burundi to the south, Lake Kivu and Democratic Republic of Congo to the west. The forest is one of the best of all the reserved mountain rain forests in central Africa region. The forest is located between the River Congo basin and the Nile River basin to the east. It is believed that in the east side of Nyungwe forest, there are the branches of the river Nile sources. The national park was gazetted in 2004 and it covers an area size of 970km of rain forest with bamboo, grassland and swamps. This exclusive national park has attracted many tourists who come in for chimpanzee trekking safaris in Rwanda and many other Rwanda safaris . Nyungwe forest national park has a big number of wildlife species which have made it a concern for conservation in Africa. The forest is situated in a region in which large scale bio-geographically zones meet and variety of terrestrial biomes provide a great span of micro ...

Uganda is one of the top African safari destinations on the African continent. A  Uganda tour to beautiful and friendly African country is one of the memorable experiences one can get from Africa. Queen Elizabeth National Park with its fantastic scenery and wildlife truly gives you reason why Uganda is the best Africa safari destination to visit today. Uganda boasts of being the only destination with almost half of the world’s remaining elusive mountain gorilla population. Uganda is also a captivating destination given its sum of tourist attractions that a single Uganda Safari cannot be big enough to discover all wonders that Uganda has got to offer. Uganda has got magic of the mountain gorillas in south-western Uganda, wildlife, fauna and climate that is all favorable through-out all year round. PRIME UGANDA SAFARIS & TOURS LIMITED gives you the chance to discover Uganda with its hidden beauty in style. Prime Uganda Safaris & Tours Limited offers both schedul...

For families with dreams of visiting the Pearl of Africa , taking children to this amazing is just incomparable. Watching these youngsters astonishingly up close with their first elephant encounters in the wilderness or even spotting prides of lions lying on a hot day under the acacia trees or even going water rafting along the world’s longest river, going gorilla trekking for those who are above 15 years creates everlasting memories in these youngsters’ mind and they will come to appreciate and cherish their childhood stages so much. We at Prime Uganda Safaris have broadly dealt with such activities in Uganda, so we realize and understand the expectations of children of all ages when arranging a Uganda safari . We are well informed on where to go for real Uganda cultural tours , which engage the young ones and the national parks that truly welcome children. We guarantee that you will have the kind of encounters which will make your family life-changing and a memorable on...

Positioned to the East of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, the Uganda gorilla safari region of Ruhija features three (3) habituated gorilla families that are explored daily by any visitor with valid gorilla permit and meets the required health and age standards. Initially, Ruhija sector had two Gorilla groups that were available for tracking and these included; Oruzogo and Bitukura. The third group though it was habituated, was dedicated for research before it was also introduced for tracking putting the total of gorilla permits per day at twenty four (24). This is because only eight (8) travellers on gorilla safari in Uganda can be allowed to track each Mountain Gorilla group. Unlike Buhoma, Ruhija came later in the gorilla trekking phenomenon but due to its good location, it is gaining an incredible momentum as regards the very activity. Positioned between Buhoma region to the north of Bwindi and the Kabale town to the south, Ruhija is easily accessed from both t...

Tulambule a local Luganda word literally meaning “Let us Tour” is the most recent campaign that has been added to the Uganda tour drive portfolio mainly targeting domestic travel. Noted to have kicked off on September 23 rd at the onset of 2016 World Tourism Day Celebrations in Mbarara, the Tulambule Campaign aims at enhancing awareness about the Uganda Safari tour adventures and destinations and calls upon everyone to be part of this initiative. The Government initiated drive is set to run in the last week of every month exploring the Uganda’s main destinations including the ten (10) National Parks where U ganda Wildlife Safaris and gorilla safaris in Uganda are carried out. The Uganda National Parks include; Bwindi Impenetrable, Kibale, Kidepo Valley, Mount Elgon, Mount Rwenzori, Lake Mburo, Semuliki, Murchison Falls, Mgahinga Gorilla and Queen Elizabeth. The Government including UTB and UWA c a me up with an itinerary to be followed and then partner with the private ...

In Kabwoya Wildlife Reserve to the west of Uganda, Lake Albert Lodge stands with a typical touch of wilderness suitable for traveller’s stay on Uganda Safaris and tours . Lake Albert Lodge opened its doors to guests in the month of September 2006 following one year of construction. It is impressively designed enjoying a perfect location with the views of Lake Albert – one of the main lakes of Uganda and the Congo’s Blue Mountains presenting a fascinating stay for the travelers on Safaris in Uganda . Put together by as many local materials as possible, Lake Albert Lodge features beautiful main lodge, the lush swimming pool and the thatched Cabanas that are well furnished to the comfort of the guests.  The lodge features ten (10) lush Cottages with the views of the surrounding fascinating physical features including the Albertine rift valley. In the middle of Murchison Falls National Park and Kibale National Park, the Lake Albert Lodge offers a journey break point ...

Whether you intend to drive or hike to the top, the Murchison Falls presents an exciting adventure vacation safari tour experience in Uganda Africa. Known to be the World’s most powerful water fall, Murchison Falls is the most fascinating natural feature that thrives along the Nile River Course. Positioned in between Lake Kyoga and Lake Albert along the Victoria Nile, the 300 cubic meters released per second from Lake Victoria squeeze to pass through a narrow gap of less than 7m before falling 43m to what many have termed as the devil’s cauldron generating a complete magical wonder worth encountering on safaris in Uganda . The falls named after the former President of the Royal Geographical Society Sir Roderick Murchison following its first European discovery by Sir Samuel and Florence Baker on March 14th 1864 form the naming for the largest Uganda tour National Park that surround it which supports a myriad of wildlife including Elephants, Lions, Buffaloes, Leopards, ...

Standing as one of the lush boutique Uganda tour lodges in Jinja, Gately on Nile is a bed and Breakfast establishment that is masked with an environment of serenity, tranquillity, customized service and lush comfort. Gately on Nile Hotel enjoys the fresh breeze from the Africa’s largest Lake Victoria with the accommodation availed in the main lodge, lake side lodge and the adjoining Cottages serving the diverse interests of the travelers on safaris and tours in Uganda . The Lake Side Cottages present extra comfort ideal for honeymooners and Vacationers. The Hotel guests are treated to the lush of extensive tropical gardens overlooking the freshwater mass, remarkable a’ la carte Hotel Restaurant with sumptuous Continental Breakfast, Garden Teas, Lunch and Dinner, Terrace Lounge perfect for Sundowner, Free Wi-Fi, customised service, dry cleaning and laundry along with 24/7 security that would definitely generate remarkable memories for travelers on Uganda Safari Holidays ...

Uganda, land gifted by nature stands as a magical wondrous destination endowed with remarkable bio-diversity. Common Chimpanzees are among the counts of Primates that have for long made the Uganda Safaris and tours colorful. Considered among the Big Apes just like the Mountain Gorillas always explored on gorilla safaris in Uganda , the Common Chimpanzees have very fascinating body features and behavior and dwell in the dense moist tropical forests to the West of Uganda. Ranging from the mature Budongo  Forest Reserve to Kibale National Park, Semuliki National Park, Kyambura gorge and Kalinzu Forest Reserve, the Common Chimpanzees have for over the years found an ideal home with plenty of food and intact shelter for their protection. The touch of these ancient African tropical forests some of which are noted to have survived the last ice age is very natural and breathtaking not only to the Chimpanzees but also to the Uganda safari undertakers. Chimpanzee Trekking ...