Planning a gorilla trek in Uganda or a wildlife trip? Uganda Wildlife Authority just dropped some key updates that make booking chimp and gorilla permits easier and add new wildlife experiences. The new updates are related to the newly introduced habituated gorilla groups, golden cat tracking booking, and the new payment method at the UWA …
Planning a trip to the “Pearl of Africa” is a thrilling endeavor. From the misty mountains of Bwindi to the vast plains of Murchison Falls, Uganda offers a tapestry of wildlife and landscapes. However, when you begin your research, you might find yourself typing a familiar question into your search bar: “Which Uganda tours and …
On 26th February 2026, Uganda’s tourism authority, or body, the Uganda Wildlife Authority, released a documented statement through the Office of the Executive Director, announcing key important updates related to most safari activities that revolve around primate tracking and booking procedures, as well as tourism-boosting changes. The issued changes were made in the view and …
There is something about the Kenyan air—a mix of red dust, wild sage, and the distant call of a fish eagle—that stays with you long after you’ve returned home. As someone who has spent over 15 years traversing the savannahs of East Africa, I can tell you that a safari in Kenya, Africa, is more …
Choosing the perfect wilderness escape is more than just booking a flight; it’s about finding a rhythm that matches the heartbeat of the continent. For over fifteen years, I’ve watched the landscape of African travel shift from simple game drives to deeply immersive, “slow” experiences that prioritize connection over checklists. If you are planning a …
When you think of a Kenya safari, what comes to mind? For many, it is the thundering hooves of the Great Migration or a solitary leopard draped over an acacia branch against a blood-red sunset. But for those of us who have spent over fifteen years navigating these plains, we know that the real magic …
For decades, Uganda was the “add-on” to a Kenyan or Tanzanian circuit. Today, it stands alone as the most diverse destination in East Africa. Where else can you track mountain gorillas in a prehistoric rainforest, stand at the source of the world’s longest river, and spot tree-climbing lions—all within a single week? If you are …
There is a moment in the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest where the world goes silent. Your guide pauses, gestures toward a wall of tangled green, and suddenly, a pair of deep amber eyes meets yours. This isn’t just wildlife viewing; it’s a prehistoric reunion. If you are researching gorilla trekking in Uganda, you are likely weighing …
There is a profound silence that settles over you the moment you first lock eyes with a 400-pound Silverback. It isn’t just a wildlife encounter; it’s a mirror held up to our own humanity. Having spent over a decade navigating the ridgelines of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, I can tell you that while many destinations claim …
There is a specific kind of magic that happens when the dust of a mainland safari meets the salt air of the Indian Ocean. For over a decade, I’ve watched travelers come to East Africa for the “Big Five” but leave losing their hearts to the “Spice Island.” If you are currently scouring the web …
Choosing between a Uganda gorilla safari and a Rwanda safari & tour is a “problem” most travelers would love to have. Having spent over 15 years traversing the Albertine Rift and guiding thousands of trekkers through these misty jungles, I’ve seen how these experiences change lives. Whether you’re standing in the ancient, tangled roots of …
When you think of a luxury African safari in Tanzania, your mind likely drifts to images of endless golden savannas, the thunderous hooves of the Great Migration, and sundowners overlooking a baobab-studded horizon. Tanzania is not just a destination; it is the definitive home of the African wild, offering an intimacy with nature that few …
In the world of high-end African travel, a new trend has emerged that seasoned travelers are calling the “Peak & Palm” experience. It’s the ultimate juxtaposition: the raw, misty adrenaline of a Rwanda safari followed by the barefoot sophistication of Zanzibar travel packages. For those seeking a journey that touches both the soul and the …
Whether you are a seasoned traveler or a first-time visitor to the “Pearl of Africa,” safaris in Uganda Africa offer a profound connection with nature that few other destinations can match. In 2026, Uganda continues to solidify its reputation as a premier wildlife hub, balancing luxury eco-lodges with rugged, raw wilderness. From the misty heights …
Embarking on an uganda safari tour is a transformative experience that sits at the pinnacle of African travel. As we move into the 2026 season, the demand for intimate wildlife encounters has reached an all-time high. This exclusive chimp and gorilla combo is designed for the discerning traveler who seeks more than just a vacation; …
As we step into 2026, the landscape of uganda tours and safaris has shifted from simple wildlife viewing to “transformative exploration.” Uganda, long known as the Pearl of Africa, is no longer just a checkbox for the Big Five; it has become a sanctuary for those seeking “quietcations” and deep-tissue connection with nature. For travelers …
If you are planning a bucket-list safari, gorilla trekking uganda remains the ultimate wildlife encounter. For 2026, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and Mgahinga Gorilla National Park continue to be the premier destinations for observing mountain gorillas in their natural habitat. This guide provides the most current information on securing permits and maximizing your gorilla trekking …
If you are hunting for the ultimate African adventure, uganda safari packages offer a front-row seat to nature’s most exclusive show. Known as the “Pearl of Africa,” Uganda transforms during the dry season into a wildlife enthusiast’s paradise. Whether you are tracking mountain gorillas in the mist or watching lions lounge in the golden savannah, …
Big smiles all round – on 2 December 2025, the UK government quietly updated its travel advice and lifted the “avoid all but essential travel” warning for Queen Elizabeth National Park and Semuliki National Park in Uganda. After two tough years, British travellers (and everyone who follows the FCDO advice) can finally return to two …
Uganda continues to rise as a premier global tourism destination following the announcement that Bwindi Impenetrable National Park has been ranked the 3rd Best Adventure Destination in the World at the TOURISE Global Tourism Awards held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia in an event that was held on 10th November 2025. This accolade underscores the park’s …
In September 2025, Uganda expanded its conservation legacy by gazetting six new national parks, increasing the total number from the formerly existing 10 national parks to 16 safari parks that are worth exploring during Uganda safaris. This transformative decision, approved by the Cabinet, elevates former forest and wildlife reserves to national park status, enhancing legal …
Congratulations are in order for the Bitukura Gorilla group, Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park, and Uganda Wildlife Authority for the exciting news of the new baby gorilla born in October 2025! The Bitukura gorilla group in the Ruhija sector of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park has once more welcomed a new baby gorilla to its group, …
New gorilla families in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park opened for tracking on January 17, 2024. The Uganda Wildlife Authority announced the release of new habituated mountain gorilla groups in Uganda for tracking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, during Uganda gorilla trekking safaris. A team of trackers and researchers has been dedicating four years to the …
Rwanda COVID-19 Requirements For Arriving And Departing Travellers – March 2022 In order to prevent the spread of COVID-19, the Government of Rwanda has issued updated Rwanda COVID-19 Requirements For Arriving And Departing Travellers. If you are planning a Rwanda safari, such as the Rwanda gorilla safari, chimpanzee trekking safari, Rwanda wildlife safaris, or any …
Uganda Suspends Mandatory Covid-19 Testing At Entebbe Airport – February 2022 Effective February 16, 2022, Uganda suspends mandatory Covid-19 testing at Entebbe Airport. The suspension of mandatory Covid-19 testing on arrival in Uganda followed a cabinet decision made on Monday, February 14, 2022. To this end, a press statement signed off by the Director of …
Rwanda Uganda Land Border Reopened 2022 (Rwanda Opens Its Border At Katuna) On January 31, 2022, the Rwanda Uganda land Border re-opened after nearly 3 years of closure. Rwanda government, in 2019, closed its borders with Uganda at Gatuna and Cyanika in Kabale and Kisoro districts respectively in southwestern Uganda. These two border posts …
A Nurse Receiving A Covid-19 Short in UgandaUganda still ranks among the top 100 countries managing the covid-19 pandemic better globally, according to World Statistics website Worldometer’s new rankings. This nation of around 42 million people is currently undergoing a 42-day COVID-19 lockdown which was imposed on 18th June 2021, following the emergence of the …
DR Congo Mount Nyiragongo Volcano Eruption 2021, abruptly started on 22nd May at around 7.00 pm Central African Time. The 2021 eruption of Mount Nyiragongo followed the fractures that opened up in the volcano’s rocky sides, spilling lava down its slopes that moved at speed of about 1 kilometer per hour (0.6 miles per hour). …
On 10th June 2021, the government through Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) re-opened Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary to travelers on Uganda safaris after 50 days of closure. Ziwa Sanctuary which sits on a 70 km² piece of land and is home to 33 endangered Southern white rhinos was closed to the public by UWA on 20th April …
ZIWA RHINO SANCTUARY CLOSED On 20th April 2021, Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary closed to the public. The temporary closure of the Ziwa Sanctuary was decided by the Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) to secure the precious Southern-white rhinoceros (Ceratotherium simum simum) at the sanctuary. Ziwa is the only place to see wild rhinos on your Uganda safari, …
Due to a rapid increase in COVID-19 victims in Uganda’s major cities, such as Kampala, Wakiso, Masaka, Gulu and Mbarara, and others, President Yoweri Museveni in his national address on June 6th, 2021 declared a 42-day COVID-19 partial lockdown with new travel restrictions and control measures to curb the spread of COVID-19 in Uganda. The …
Kampala – March 20, 2021. Uganda wildlife Authority is saddened to announce the death of six lions in Queen Elizabeth National Park. The carcasses of the lions have been determined final nighttime at Ishasha zone with most of their body part missing. eight lifeless vultures were also discovered at the scene which points to viable …
Uganda animals/342 Wild Animals of Uganda/Animals in Uganda. Are you looking for a list of animals in Uganda? What animals live in Uganda? What is the most common animal in Uganda? What animal is Uganda famous for? What is Uganda’s national animal? What is the most dangerous animal in Uganda? What animals do Ugandan people …
Many travellers that visit Uganda for business trips or Uganda safari tours, have a variety of food-related concerns and therefore have a number of questions like:-What do they eat in Uganda?, What Ugandan food is like, What are the drinks in Uganda?. Apart from intercontinental dishes available in Uganda, there are a variety of Uganda …
While planning their Uganda tour , people asked several questions about culture in Uganda when planning their Uanda safaris , for example, what is the culture of Uganda? How many cultures are there in Uganda? What are the traditions in Uganda? Below are the facts about Uganda culture; Uganda Tribes: How Many Tribes in Uganda? …
A Brief history about Uganda Early history of Uganda Arab traders in Uganda European explorers in Uganda European missionaries in Uganda Germany influence in Uganda British influence in Uganda Independent Uganda The years of Idi Amin in Uganda Uganda after Amin Beginnings of recovery Early history of Uganda Uganda’s early history comprises the history of …
Looking for a list of Uganda Birds? most popular Birds of Uganda or endemic Birds in Uganda? or you want to know how many birds are in Uganda?. Uganda has about 1075 species of birds have been recorded, which is more than 58% of all species of birds in Africa. Uganda is one of the …
The lakes in Uganda are one of the many different attractions and physical features forming the landscape of the country. Uganda is blessed with over 165 lakes, which include freshwater lakes, crater lakes, and salt lakes. Uganda is also located in the African Great Lakes region and therefore has many Rift Valley lakes. Many major …
Does Uganda have mountains? There are several mountains in Uganda that offer, wildlife viewing and mountain climbing in Uganda, hiking opportunities to travelers on adventure safaris in Uganda. Mountains of Uganda include:- Kigezi highlands Kigezi region in the western branch of the Great East Africa Rift Valley/Albertine Rift is the most mountainous region of Uganda. …
What is the weather and climate like in Uganda? Weather in Uganda or Climate in Uganda. While planning their Uganda safaris, people ask several questions about the Uganda climate and weather. For example, is Uganda Tropical? Is there winter in Uganda? Does Uganda get snow? Does it get cold in Uganda? Does it rain a …
Visitors Who Overstayed Before Lockdown Must get Government Clearance to Travel Internal Affairs Minister Gen. Jeje Odongo has said that people who were illegally staying in Uganda at the time of the closure of airports and borders early in the year, will have to seek clearance to travel. This is one of the guidelines that …
Mountain Kilimanjaro Catches Fire – Residents, Students & Firefighters Battle it Out! On Sunday 11th October on Mount Kilimanjaro; Africa’s highest mountain caught fire and the flames could be seen from miles away. A storm of hard winds on Sunday spread fire on the mountain and since then, a number of people have been battling …
World Health Organization (WHO) Chief Warns Against the “Herd Immunity” Approach Despite the researcher’s argument that allowing the infection to spread in populations that are not vulnerable will help build up herd immunity, the World Health Organization (WHO) warned against suggestions that “herd immunity” approach might be a realistic strategy to stop the COVID-19 coronavirus …
Forbes Lists Uganda among the Safest Places to Visit Starting This October Still celebrating the Safe Travel Seal, Forbes Magazine, one of the most-read business magazines around the world, recently named Uganda among the six places travellers should consider visiting this month (October). This Good News came shortly after Uganda re-opened Entebbe International Airport on …
World Leaders Advised to Ban all Trade of Wild Animals & Birds for Eating to Prevent Epidemics The World Animal Protection – an animal welfare agency, is pushing for a permanent ban on all kinds of wildlife trade as the only long-term solution to curb major epidemics like COVID-19 from happening again. This World Animal …
Why Bugoma Central Forest Reserve should not be destroyed & Recommendations! About Bugoma Central Forest Reserve Bugoma Central Forest Reserve is one of the protected tropical forests in Uganda. Bugoma forest was gazetted as a protected forest in the 1930s. In 2002, it was put under the mandate of the National Forestry Authority (NFA). This …
Uganda Celebrates the Safer Tourism Seal Award The Government of Uganda together with the Uganda Tourism Board (UTB) yet again have something great to celebrate and be proud of following the recent achievement of being awarded the Safer Tourism Evaluated Seal by Safer Tourism organization under Rebuilding Tourism. The Uganda Tourism Board Chief Executive Officer …
Simplified Uganda Standard Operating Procedures or Guidelines for Incoming & Outgoing Travellers Following the reopening of Uganda’s Entebbe International Airport on 1st October to revive Uganda’s tourism, a number of COVID-19 safari travel measures have been put in place for travellers. These Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’S) were passed after consulting the International Civil Aviation Organization …
Entebbe International Airport is Set to Reopen in October After nearly six months of closure, the Government of Uganda is set to reopen the Entebbe International Airport in October 2020. The Uganda Civil Aviation Authority has published a schedule for each flight, however, the Ugandan COVID-19 task force recommends that the airport and schools be …
Uganda Wildlife Authority Reopens All National Tourist Parks In a declaration announcing, the Uganda Wildlife Authority opened all national tourism parks-primate parks ( Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Mgahinga Gorilla National Park, and Kibale National Parks) inclusive to people interested in visiting them. The reopening followed consultations with different stakeholders; and the development of standard operating …
Dr Gladys Kalema Zikusoka Wins The Aldo Leopold Memorial Award Europe 2020 Although the Entebbe International Airport is still closed there is still good news from a conservation perspective coming out of Uganda. One of our very own, Dr Gladys Kalema Zikusoka won The Aldo Leopold Memorial Award Europe 2020. The Aldo Leopold Memorial Award …
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