Uganda, often called the “Pearl of Africa,” is a land of breathtaking landscapes, abundant wildlife, and warm hospitality. From the misty mountains that shelter endangered mountain gorillas to the golden savannas that protect wildlife such as lions, elephants, and giraffes, Uganda offers an unparalleled safari experience. For travelers looking for both adventure and comfort, Uganda
UWA Offers Free Access to Five Uganda Parks
The Uganda Wildlife Authority has announced Open Park Days for the year 2025. The three days will run from September 25th to September 27th 2025. During the three days, the public will enjoy free entrance to four Uganda national parks and one wildlife reserve. The four national parks offered this year are Lake Mburo National
Best 5 Bwindi Adventure Activities to Inspire You
Bwindi Impenetrable Forest in Uganda is a remarkable destination known for its rich biodiversity, particularly as a habitat for the endangered mountain gorillas. The park is found in the southwestern part of Uganda along the Democratic Republic of Congo border next to the Virunga National Park on the edge of the Albertine rift. Stretching over
Why You Should Self-Drive in Uganda
Self-driving offers flexibility and independence. Unlike guided tours, you set your schedule, decide where to go, and stay as long as you want at each stop. Uganda’s national parks are well-suited for self-driving, with most parks accessible by road and clearly marked trails within the parks. Freedom and Flexibility Self-driving in Uganda’s national parks gives
Lost in Nature’s Richness at Kyambura Gorge
A bird that does not fly will never know where the millet is ready, goes a local saying. If you have not visited the Kyambura Gorge and Kazinga Channel in western Uganda, you do not know how much you are missing. Eddy braved the six-hour journey and long trek in the valley and gives you
Go Gorilla Trekking in Mgahinga Gorilla National Park
Home to mountain gorillas, Mgahinga National Park is one of the best places to go to gorilla tracking in Africa. Located in Southwestern Uganda, the park has a diverse collection of tourism activities, though gorilla tracking stands out as the most popular adventure. The park also offers incredible opportunities for bird watching and golden monkey
Malaria Control: Information for Travelers Visiting Uganda
Avoiding Mosquito Bites and Malaria on Safari in Uganda Uganda is a landlocked country in East Africa filled with incredible tourist destination with abundant wildlife and different primate species among other attractions. Many travelers visit the country to take gorilla tours to Bwindi Forest as well s wildlife safaris to Murchison falls, Queen elizabeth and
UWA Starts Hearing Compensation Claims from Victims of Human-Wildlife Conflict
UWA Starts Hearing Compensation Claims from Victims of Human-Wildlife Conflict
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The Uganda Wildlife Authority – UWA has started hearing compensation claims from persons who have been affected by wildlife. In 2021, President, Museveni assented to the amended Wildlife Act in 2019. The new law provides for a compensation fund for persons who suffer bodily injury or are killed or suffer damage to their property by
Exploring Queen Elizabeth Park on Self Drive
The popular Queen Elizabeth National Park is one of the top visited destinations in Uganda. Located in the south western part of Uganda, the park lies in a lush region characterised with lakes, rivers and mountains. The park is easily accessible and it can be reached after a drive of about 5-7 hours from Kampala,
Planning a Uganda Safari
Have you ever thought of having a unforgettable moment in life? Have you ever dreamed of going to Africa to see a real safari? Do you want to see some of the last surviving mountain gorillas that live in Uganda plus other species of flora and fauna coupled with over 9 species of primates that