PRIME SAFARIS AND TOURS AFRICA

Scientifically referred to as Naja Arabica , the Egyptian Cobra is one of the largest cobra species that is native to various parts of Africa including Uganda where it is encountered on Uganda tours . The Egyptian Cobra is marked by large depressed head which is slightly separated from the neck while the neck features long cervical ribs that provides for expansion. The snout is broad and rounded while the eyes are big marked with round pupils as often explored on Safari in Uganda . The Egyptian Cobra features stout and cylindrical body along with a long tail and the average length is 1 – 2m with 3m being the maximum. Regarding distribution, the Egyptian Cobra is spread in the areas of North Africa, West Africa Savannah, the south of Congo basin and the savannah and semi arid landscapes of East Africa including countries of Uganda, Kenya and Tanzania where world travellers on Combined East Africa Safari tours have chances of exploring it. Its habitats are diverse but ...

Standing as the World’s largest intact, inactive and unfilled volcanic caldera, the Ngorongoro Crater is one of the magical natural wonders explored on East Africa Safari tours . The Ngorongoro Crater is noted to have been formed following the explosion and collapse of a huge volcano about two (2) – three (3) million years ago.  The crater rises to 610m in depth while the height estimates of the original volcano are between 4500 – 5800m. The Crater floor is recorded to stretch to 1,800m above sea level in elevation. This amazing natural feature was at one time voted among the Seven Natural Wonders on the Continent of Africa making is a must visit destination by travelers planning Africa Safaris to Tanzania . The Crater floor features very beautiful extensive grassland along with bush land that supports a myriad of wild game.  It is estimated that about 25,000 large animals especially ungulates thrive in the Crater including the Black Rhinos, African Buffalo, H...

Positioned on Lake Mulehe approximately 10km form the town of Kisoro to the south of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Bwindi Jungle Lodge presents another ground from which the world travelers on gorilla safaris in Uganda can base from to explore either Mgahinga Gorilla National Park or Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Bwindi Jungle Lodge enjoys the tranquil setting surrounded by a lush forest cover overlooking the lake thus presenting an ideal place for relaxation following a long day of gorilla trek. Uganda gorilla safari undertakers can find it rewarding. Accommodation at Bwindi Jungle Lodge is in form of Cottages featuring raised veranda and en suite facilities. Local timber and beautiful volcanic stones form the main materials of these cottages making them blend with the surroundings. The expanse restaurant and bar serve both local and International cuisine and brands respectively making diverse travelers on gorilla trekking safaris in Uganda feel at home. Tr...

Scientifically referred to as Scopus Umbretta , the Hamerkop is a bird of medium size stretching to 56cm in length and 470g in weight and among the popular birds explored by birders on Safaris in Uganda . The shape of the Hamerkop’s head features hammer-like crest at the back along with a long bill as viewed on Uganda birding safaris . This shape of the head forms the back ground for its naming. The Hamerkop features a drab brown plumage with purple iridescence at its back. The neck and the legs are short while the wings are big wide spread featuring a round tip. The Hamerkop thrives in areas of Arabia, Madagascar and various parts of Africa including Uganda where it is explored on Uganda tours . Their habitats are wetlands and other waterlogged areas. Hamerkop builds huge nest at times stretching to 1.5m with over 10,000 sticks and surprisingly strong enough to contain man’s weight. They use bright-colored objects to decorate the exterior of the nest. Hamerkops build nest...

Scientifically referred to as Eudorcas thomsonii , the Thomson’s gazelle is named after Explorer Joseph Thomson belonging to the Eudorcas genus and is common in the region of East Africa where it is explored on East Africa Safari tours . First described by Albert Gunther a British zoologist in the year 1884, the Thomson Gazelle belongs to Bovidae family and is known to be the world’s second fastest animal reaching a speed of 50miles per hour. Thomson’s gazelle is a relatively small rising between 55 – 22cm at shoulder height and stretching between 20 – 35kg in weight though females can be 10kg lesser. The length of Thomson’s gazelle from head to body is 80 – 120cm. They are marked with white rings surrounding the eyes, rufous stripes that run from horns to the nose, black stripes that run from the corner of the eye to the nose, light forehead and dark patch on the nose as viewed on Kenya Tanzania Safaris and Tours . The male Thomson’s gazelles feature preorbital glands cl...

Scientifically referred to as Dendrocygna viduata, the White-faced whistling duck is an interesting bird species that breeds in South America and the sub Saharan Africa including Uganda where it is explored on Uganda birding safaris and tours . Recorded to be gregarious species, the white-faced whistling ducks thrive in large flocks generating a very impressive viewing experience. This makes them species of interest among the world birders including those on birding safaris in Uganda . The white-faced whistling duck feature long bill that is grey in color, long legs, black head and neck but with white face which forms the background for their naming. Both sexes feature similar appearance. Regarding habitats, the white-faced whistling duck thrives in a range of fresh water habitats that include; swamps, lakes, flood plains and large rivers such as River Nile where they are viewed in the Uganda Safari destination of Murchison Falls National Park. The White-faced whistlin...

At the cliff just above the majestic flowing Nile River, the Paraa Safari Lodge stands as an ideal accommodation facility to spend a couple of nights while on Safari in Uganda . The panoramic position offers not only unmatched views of the calm flowing Nile River but also the dense savannah woodland on the southern sector of Murchison Falls National Park and the extensive open savannah grassland in the northern sector of the park dotted with counts of African wild game. Paraa Safari Lodge is a luxury facility enjoying world class facilities including the large sized swimming pool that is really very necessary to cope with the hot conditions of Murchison Falls National Park. Relaxing in the soothing pool waters in the mid morning after a rewarding early morning game drive is such incredible experience that a traveler on Africa safari vacation holiday in Ugand a should not attempt to miss. Accommodation at Paraa Safari Lodge is provided in a range of options from which gu...

The Pearl of Africa Hotel one of the newly established luxury hotels in Kampala set to serve affluent guests including those on Safari in Uganda has joined the Rezidor Hotel Group portfolio. The 296 room facility is set to open its doors for the first guests in the second quarter of 2017. The Rezidor Hotel Group is recorded among the world’s fastest growing hotel companies and a member of the Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group. Its take over of the Pearl of Africa Hotel comes in partnership with the Aya Investment Group – the owners of the Hotel. Enjoying unmatchable panoramic location on top of Nakasero Hill overlooking the city of Kampala, the business, diplomatic and leisure travelers on Uganda tour holidays will likely find the Pearl of Africa Hotel a beyond the ordinary overnight accommodation and MICE destination. Pearl of Africa Hotel has in possession 740m 2 ball room, two (2) board rooms, nine (9) meeting rooms along with a business center. The choice of food and drinks...

To the Northeast of the destination Rwanda, there lies one of the magical scenic places protected by Akagera National Park – the only savannah protected habita t in the country and an iconic site for wildlife safaris in Rwanda . Covering 1,085km 2 , Akagera National Park features diverse beautiful landscapes that are marked with open savannah in some parts, acacia woodland in other areas not forgetting the largest protected wetland system in the whole of central Africa dotted with majestic Rivers, beautiful lakes and swamp landscapes that always mesmerize the travelers on Rwanda Safaris and Tours . Lakes including Lake Ihema which is the second largest in Rwanda, Lake Shakani, Lake Rwanyakizinga, Lake Mihindi and Lake Gishanju form a very fascinating sightseeing experience while viewed from the hills of Mutumba. The open savannah plains of Akagera stretch to the Tanzanian border adjoining the mighty land of East Africa Safari tours . Being the only savannah protected ...

The Black and White Colobus Monkeys are among the very exciting primate species of Africa and one of the thirteen (13) species of primates thriving in the Rwanda Safari destination of Nyungwe Forest National Park. Recorded to be among the descendants of Old world monkey in the genus colobus native to the tropical forests of the African Continent, the Black and White Colobus derives its Colobus name from the absence of the main thumb while the Black and White stands for the color of their beautiful coat as viewed on primate watching safaris in Rwanda Africa . The Colobus Monkey tracking in Nyungwe Forest National Park is listed among the exciting activities that this Rwanda tour site has got at its disposal. Nyungwe is home to the Africa’s largest troop of Black and White Colobus Monkeys with the numbers stretching to 400. Their beautiful coat that is white and black among adults but purely white among the young monkeys makes them very beautiful to explore. It is always...

Scientifically referred to as Chlidonias leucopterus , the White-winged terns belong to the Sternidae family and are among the unique bird species explored on Uganda Safaris and tours . The White-winged terns are generally small bird species thriving majorly close to fresh water bodies in various parts of the world including Asia, Europe, Australia and Africa where they are viewed on Africa birding safaris including birding safaris in Uganda . The adult white-winged terns are marked with short red legs, short black bill about 22 – 25m from the feathers, black neck, dark grey back with white rump not forgetting a light gray tail. The wings of this bird species are majorly white as viewed by birders on safari in Uganda . The differences in body plumage may arise depending on the breeding seasons and climate conditions. Regarding distribution and habitat, they thrive in fresh water marshes and tend to nest on floating vegetation or on the ground near the water. They lay 2 – ...

The tourism sector where we find the Uganda Safaris and Tours has been declared by the Uganda’s Ministry of Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities to register a tremendous development and transformation. The destination is appreciating the ideas regarding the conservation and tourism promotion in the process of preparing the tourism sector drive for the next four (4) years. The ideas extend to cover areas of marketing, research, product development, quality assurance and ultimate promotion of Uganda safari products both at local and international level. According to John Ssempebwa, the Deputy Executive Director of Uganda Tourism Board, a second Africa Birding Expo will be organized in 2017 with the intention of showcasing the 1057 species of birds which form a stronghold for birding safaris in Uganda .  The destination  boasts of 50% of the Africa’s bird species count and 11% of the bird species in the whole world.  Another area targeted for marketing is the...

The destination Uganda is one of the Africa Safari tour unique destinations featuring three of the world heritage sites as proclaimed by UNESCO. The two of these are natural protected areas under the category National Parks namely Bwindi Impenetrable National Park – the main destination for Uganda gorilla safaris and Mount Rwenzori National Park – the epitome site for adventure vacation safaris in Uganda . Bwindi Impenetrable National Park has been labelled by UNESCO as an isolated Afro montane forest of an incredible biological diversity including close to a half of the world’s population of the critically endangered Mountain Gorillas, 160 tree species and 100 fern species not forgetting 350 bird species of which 23 are endemic to the Albertine rift such as the African Green Broadbill which is normally sought after by birders on birding safaris in Uganda . Rwenzori Mountains National Park which protects the snow-capped legendary Mountains of the moon rising to 5,109m ...

Mountain Gorilla Trekking Safaris in Congo are among the less explored Africa safari adventures which offer the world travelers an off the beaten encounter in the interior jungles of tropical Africa. Gorilla tracking in Congo is carried out in Virunga National Park to the East of the country sharing borders with Uganda and Rwanda. The nearest town is called Goma and it is easier accessed from Kigali Rwanda than from Kinshasa which is the main capital of Democratic Republic of Congo. For long, the Congo gorilla safaris have been less popular due to civil unrest caused by a range of rebel groups that thrived within the Virunga Area with the most recent one being M23 rebels which was ousted out in 2015.  After the war, Virunga National Park is back to order and the tourists are welcome. The Mountain Gorilla trekking activity in Virunga National Park is commonly done in Mikeno sector approximately 2 ½ hours drive where the habituated gorilla groups thrive and a Congo...

At 527km about 10 hours drive from Kampala, the Uganda gorilla trekking safari tour destination of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park always poses a challenge to access it by surface travel. Travellers planning gorilla safaris in Uganda to Bwindi Impenetrable at times have limited time or are not comfortable with such long drive despite its opportunity for countryside sightseeing experience.  This makes the search for flights to Bwindi very significant. Fortunately, the government and the private operators have already realised this need and thus attempted to do the needful. A range of three Airstrips serve Bwindi Impenetrable National Park though two are the most popular ones. Nyakabande Airstrip in Kisoro also known as Kisoro Airstrip serves the southern regions of Bwindi namely Rushaga and Nkuringo while Kihihi and Kayonza Airstrips serve the northern sector and the eastern sector of Buhoma and Ruhija respectively allowing the travellers on Uganda gorilla safaris ...

Scientifically referred to as Tragelaphus strepsiceros , the greater Kudu is a woodland antelope known to thrive in southern and eastern Africa including Uganda where it is explored on wildlife safaris in Uganda .  The greater Kudu together with the lesser Kudu are the sub-species of Kudu and though it is recorded to feature a wide spread territory, its population is sparsely distributed due to habitat loss and poaching.  The Greater Kudus feature narrow bodies with long legs while their coats range from brown to reddish brown with 4 – 12 vertical white stripes along their torso as viewed on Africa holiday Safaris including Uganda Safaris and Tours . The head of the Greater Kudu is relatively darker than other body parts.  The bulls of Greater kudu are notably larger compared to the cows and do a lot of vocalisation using low grunts, humming and clucks along with gasping. The male Greater Kudus feature large manes that run along their throats and the large h...

At 12km to Mbarara town, the Igongo Cultural Center has for the recent past served as a popular lunch stop for the travelers on Safari in Uganda interested in tasting the traditional African Buffet.  Its famous Kahwa Kanuzire (its finished when still sweet) restaurant has made a name world over for its standard local cuisine generated from freshly gathered food stuffs from the surrounding communities. But, one can note that Igongo Cultural Centre is beyond a mere a lunch stop to be a Uganda tour destination in itself.  The centre is a home to the Erijukiro Museum which is the largest private museum in the whole of Uganda featuring the artifacts of all tribes of south western Uganda. The museum also features a range of historical writings, sculptures of historical personalities like Muguta y’ Butaho – the famous warrior of Buhweju, Kitami Ky’ Nyawera – the Queen of Mpororo among others which make it very exciting to visit while on your Uganda Safari tour . Beside...

The new anti-poaching bid has eventually found its way to Parliament and calls for jailing of poachers for a count of twenty (20) years along with a fine of 200million Uganda Shillings so as to discourage the poaching of elephants which are among the prime Uganda Safari attractions. The motion intends to amend the wildlife Act and it is already at the first Parliamentary Council where it will follow the normal routine to be tabled at the floor of Parliament for discussion. The danger of elephant population is common and the survival of these amazing species always explored on safaris in Uganda is at stake. The destination Uganda has tried considerably to ensure the protection of these species compared to other countries and the elephant population in the National Parks has been increasing in the recent past though cases of poaching still exist. An Ariel survey that was conducted by the Wildlife Conservation Society along with Uganda Wildlife Authority with funding fr...

Primate Lodge Kibale is lower luxury to mid-range facility positioned at the entrance of the Uganda safari tour destination of Kibale National Park popularly known as the Primate Capital of the world. Primate Lodge’s remarkable beauty and attention to detail combined with the tranquil forest environment which is home to hundreds of Chimpanzees, other 12 species of primates, Forest Elephants, forest antelope like duikers, 375 species of birds and unique flora including 351 tree species formed the listing among the top 19 Black Owned Hotels to look out for in the year 2017 by the famous Essence Magazine - a travel magazine based in the United States. Recorded as the only Africa Safari Lodge listed in Essence Magazine across the continent of Africa, the Primate Lodge Kibale does not earn a boost to itself but also the destination Uganda in general. This stands as an indicator of the unique and standard accommodation units that Uganda has got in her range of protected areas...

Murchison Falls National Park apparently stands as the most visited of all the Uganda tour National Parks and its attractiveness is likely to keep the numbers coming which generates the need for more accommodation units. The Chief Executive Director of Uganda Wildlife Authority Andrew Seguya disclosed that three concessions will be given out for construction of three (3) safari lodges in various parts of the park. These will include a 40-bed lodge at the scenic Karuma Falls, 30-bed lodge at Bugungu along the Butiaba escarpment in the Albertine rift – one of the remarkable Uganda Safari features and eventually 30-bed lodge at Rwagongo forest. A range of bids from various companies have already been submitted to the Uganda Wildlife Authority – the main public body that is responsible for management of National Parks and Game Reserves and they will be reviewed accordingly.  This was aired out during the Tulambule adventure to Murchison Falls National Park. Tulambule C...

Positioned in Kichwamba Sub county Rubirizi District, Kyambura Game Lodge has been one of the luxury lodges serving affluent travelers on Safaris in Uganda to Queen Elizabeth National Park. The unfortunate incident occurred on the evening of Wednesday Jan 17 th when the wild fire from Queen Elizabeth National Park spread fast through the natural thicket to erase the Cottages at Kyambura Game Lodge which was built using local materials like natural wood and grass thatch. Kyambura Game Lodge which is separated from the park by the famous Kyambura Gorge one of the popular destinations for Chimpanzee tours in Uganda lost a range of eight (8) cottages, restaurant, bar along with reception and laundry to the blazing fire. The efforts by the lodge staff to stop the fire using water and sand could not yield any success. This is the second time that Kyambura Game lodge is being put down to ashes by the wild fire. The first incident occurred in February 2012 but the reconstruc...

Kampala City is among the popular cities in the region of East Africa and as a result, it has become a point of interest for political, business and leisure travelers including Uganda Safari tour undertakers from all over the world. At times, people who come for conferences, trade shows and political missions always have some free time with them which they can spend excitingly as they explore the Uganda tour attractions around Kampala City. The attractions include sites of political, economic, religious and socio-cultural significance and thus present diversity that serves a range of travelers’ interests.  Talk of religious places like Namugongo Martyrs Shrine where a count of 45 converts were killed on the orders of Kabaka Mwanga of Buganda, Gadhafi Mosque which is the second largest on the African continent, Namirembe Cathedral and Rubaga Cathedral – the head of Anglican and Catholic faith respectively and Baha’i Temple which is the only temple of the Baha’i fa...

Scientifically referred to as Redunca redunca , the Bohor reedbuck is among the Uganda Safari wild game explored in Kidepo Valley National Park among other protected areas. Belonging to the Redunca genus and Bovidae family, the Bohor reedbuck was initially described in the year 1767 by Peter Simon Pallas a German zoologist and features five (5) subspecies. The Bohor reedbuck stands as medium sized antelope stretching between 100 to 135cm in length while the shoulder height is 75 – 89cm in males and 69 – 76cm in females. The males weigh 43 – 65kg while the females range between 35 – 45kg. The coat is yellowish to grayish brown and the horns are only present in males approximately 25 – 35cm in length as viewed on wildlife safaris in Uganda . Bohor reedbuck is herbivorous feeding on grasses along with tender reed shoots that feature high protein concentration and low fibre content. It depends on water but the green pastures can serve this purpose. It majorly feeds during nig...

Described as the form of travel to natural areas with the intention of learning, studying or engaging in activities that attempt to minimize the environmental negative effects and empower the host communities, eco tourism is one of the categories of Uganda Safari tours that has been steadily gaining ground in the recent years. From the 1990s, the destination Uganda started to look out for the possible avenues through which mass tourism and its negative effects would be minimized to ensure sustainable tourism development. activities such as guided nature walk, bird watching, Mountain Gorilla trekking, canoeing, Chimpanzee trekking, community walks and Mountain hiking were increasingly sold to travelers on safaris in Uganda . This in turn diversified the traditional tourism which majorly featured classic wild game viewing in tour Vehicles in the National Parks. By widening the scope, the interests of various world travellers have been catered for, the trickling down of ...

Scientifically referred to as Gyps rueppelli , the Ruppell’s Griffon Vulture is one of the unique bird species explored on Uganda birding safaris . The Ruppell’s Vulture derives its name from the German Explorer, zoologist and collector Eduard Ruppell who thrived in the 19 th Century and it is recorded as the highest flying bird with the capacity to rise up to 11,300m   The Ruppell’s Griffon Vulture is a large vulture with the adults stretching from 85 – 103cm in length and a wingspan of 2.26 – 2.6m carrying a weight of 6.4 – 9kg.  The plumage is black or mottled brown with whitish-brown under parts while the neck and head is covered with a thin dirty-white fluff.  The bird features a yellow eye while the base of the neck features a white collar as viewed on birding safaris in Uganda . The Ruppell’s Griffon Vultures are very silent and only vocalize while at their nest or a carcass. They are notably social bird species and as a result, they roost, nest and gath...

Unlike in the past where the road network in the country was very limited and the nature of roads horrible, the Government has attempted to invest widely in the road infrastructure connecting to various parts of the country some of which are visited on Uganda Safaris and tours . The Surface travel still remains the commonly used travel means because of its reliability and affordability. Few domestic flights are operated to specified destinations including National Parks such as Murchison Falls, Kidepo Valley, Queen Elizabeth, Mgahinga Gorilla and Bwindi Impenetrable – the main Uganda gorilla safari destination but one can record that the numbers are considerably lower if compared to those that travel by road. Traveling by surface has been made easier not only by improvement in road infrastructure but also by the rise of car rental service in Uganda with a range of cars including 4X4 Extended Safari Land cruisers, 4X4 Safari Vans, ordinary Land cruisers along with minibuse...

Scientifically referred to as Phoeniconaias minor , the lesser flamingo is among the unique bird species explored by birders on Safari in Uganda . Noted to be species of flamingo thriving in the sub Saharan Africa and some parts of India, the lesser flamingo are the only species in the Phoeniconaias genus. The Lesser Flamingos are recorded as the smallest of all the flamingo species though by most standards, it is a large and tall bird as viewed on birding safaris in Uganda . Its weight stretch from 1.2 to 2.7kg while the height is between 80 – 90cm. The body length from the beak to the tail is 90 – 105cm which is similar to that of the wingspan. The plumage of the lesser flamingo is pinkish white. The Lesser flamingos majorly feed on algae that occur in alkaline lakes and Spirulina. Thus, the presence of flamingos at a given water body indicates that the water is alkaline which can be evidenced at Lake Munyanyange in the Uganda Safari tour destination of Queen Elizab...

To the north of the Uganda gorilla trekking safari destination of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, the Bwindi Lodge presents very comfortable luxury accommodation to the affluent travelers visiting Uganda. Bwindi Lodge offers its remarkable overnight stay in a range of eight (8) bandas that overlook the great Impenetrable forest of Bwindi that supports a minimum of 400 Mountain Gorillas which form the ground for gorilla safaris in Uganda . The privately set cottages are configured with three (3) doubles and five (5) twins featuring local construction materials that blend well with the surrounding ecosystem. All the rooms are en suite with flushing toilets and showers with cold and hot running water all to the comfort of the guests including those on gorilla trekking safari in Uganda . The walk in Mosquito nets, private balcony suitable for serene relaxation in the view of nature and the 240v lighting are all available at every cottage. Bwindi Lodge enjoys the rang...

Positioned close to the Rwanda gorilla safari tour of Volcanoes National Park, the Bisate Lodge is one of the recent additions in the Rwanda luxury lodge portfolio set to serve affluent world travelers visiting Rwanda. Bisate Lodge is made up of six (6) forest villas serving up to twelve (12) guests. The rooms are en suite and blend fully with the surrounding ecosystem along with a touch of the local culture presenting an addition to the Rwanda Safari memories among the guests. The Lodge that is set to open its doors to guests in the month of June 2017 derives its name Bisate from the local Kinyarwanda dialect that literally means pieces. The name originates from the series of the Volcanic Mountains that form the Virunga Massif which straddle from Uganda through Rwanda to Democratic Republic of Congo. The lodge offers remarkable views of this Mountain landscape making the stay of travelers on Safari in Rwanda memorable. Bisate Lodge features a close drive distance ...

Scientifically referred to as the Phylloscopus laetus , the red-faced woodland warbler is among the unique bird species explored on Uganda birding safaris belonging to the Phylloscopus family. The red-faced woodland warbler is closely related to the yellow-throated warbler along with the Laura’s woodland warbler and thrives in the Albertine rift valley stretching to the west of Uganda, east of Democratic Republic of Congo and west of Rwanda and Burundi. Specialist birders on Safaris in Uganda Africa endeavour to traverse the entire range in search of this amazing bird species. The natural habitat of Red-faced woodland warbler is the highland forest in between 1200 – 3100m more especially in the Bamboo forest but can as well appear in secondary forest. Regarding size, it stands as a medium sized warbler stretching to 11cm marked by a distinct reddish face while the rest of the plumage appears greenish with an off white rump and belly as viewed on a birding safari tour i...

At the just concluded Dutch tourism fair – the Vakantiebeurs 2017, the destination Rwanda sounded big with the major Dutch tour operators and travel agencies gaining interest in the Rwanda Safari tours . This comes at the eighth (8 th ) time that the destination is showcasing her products in Benelux (Belgium, Netherland, Luxembourg) with the aim of invigorating the International travel agencies and the individual travelers to start planning safaris to Rwanda . The destination is one of the 160 countries that participated in the Vakantiebeurs – an exhibition that attracts over 125,000 visitors.  The disposition that agents and individual travelers have towards Rwanda is changing from the negative to positive as they are shifting from the past concerns of security to what they can explore. Rwanda stormed the exhibition with the theme Remarkable Rwanda unleashing her magical attractions including the critically endangered Mountain Gorillas in Volcanoes National Par...

Scientifically referred to as Cinnyris stuhlmanni , the Rwenzori double-collared sunbird is one of the unique bird species explored on Uganda birding safaris and tours belonging to the family Nectariniidae. Noted to be among the endemic bird species of Albertine Rift, the Rwenzori double-colored sunbird thrives in the legendary Mountains of Rwenzori – a common site for adventure vacation safaris in Uganda Africa . The habitat of this sunbird includes tropical dry forests and sub tropical forests.  They stand as large sized bird species where the male is marked with silky green head, upper breast and throat. Its upper tail features a bluish colour while the under parts of the bird are dark olive as viewed while on birding safari in Uganda .  The eyes are dark brown while the black bill is decurved and long. The feet and legs are also black. The female features dark greyish-brown upper sections along with blackish-brown tail. The Rwenzori double- colored sunbird ...

The historical Cantsbee silver-back in the Rwanda gorilla safari destination of Volcanoes National Park was reported by the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund trackers to have disappeared from his family on 10 th October 2016 and following the extensive search, this mighty silverback was eventually declared dead. The surprising moment was on January 4 th when the trackers encountered Cantsbee silver-back in his gorilla family though at a distance. The trackers made sure  that they took a closer look on the second day and everyone could not believe that it was Cantsbee thriving again. The gorilla which had earlier presumed to have fallen ill, left behind by his family and then succumbed to death was strong enough to fault all the beliefs. The news of the return of Cantsbee have been received with wonder and joy among the conversations and leisure traveler including those on gorilla trekking safaris in Rwanda . At the age of thirty eight (38), the legendary Cantsbee...

Mountain Gorillas one of the subspecies of eastern gorilla are known to thrive only in three (3) countries on a world scale namely; Rwanda, Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda where they are explored on Uganda gorilla trekking safaris and tours . The habitats range in the hilly forested landscapes of the Albertine rift which is the western arm of the Great East African rift valley and these habitats are recorded to be fragile and yet surrounded by one of the densely populated communities on the continent of Africa as viewed by travelers on gorilla safaris in Uganda and Rwanda Africa . The respective governments have declared National Parks around these areas to ensure the protection of the Mountain Gorillas which are listed as critically endangered on the red list of the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN).  Uganda has Bwindi Impenetrable National Park which supports a minimum of 400 Mountain Gorillas and Mgahinga Gorilla National Park that is ...

Standing to North east of the country, the Uganda Safari tour destination of Murchison Falls National Park is one the magical landscapes whose beauty has stood unmatched both in the ancient and contemporary times. The whole experience starts with the famous Nile River that bisects the park into the north and southern parts leaving one of the greatest natural landmarks – the Murchison Falls which ranks as the most powerful waterfall in the world. Travellers on Safari in Uganda are often mesmerised on how the mighty Nile River squeezes itself to pass through a less than 7m ravine before falling 43m below to what has been termed as the Devils Cauldron generating a plume of spray marked with a trademark rainbow. The recreational boat ride along the calm stretch of the River offers remarkable views of the gigantic historical Nile Crocodiles basking in the sun, great schools of Hippos, unique bird species including the vulnerable shoebill stork and the counts of wild ...