Archive for September 21st, 2024
Uganda Top 5 Photographic Safari Highlights for Epic Shots
Uganda’s lush rainforests, rolling hills, and shimmering lakes make it an ideal landscape photography safari destination. Known as the ‘Pearl of Africa’, Uganda is one of the few places in the world where you can embark on a gorilla trekking experience to capture intimate scenes of these remarkable creatures in their natural habitat. Journeys Beyond […]
What To Pack When Going On Safari With Nyumbu Beyond Journeys
Packing for an African safari is vastly different than packing for any other trip, and it’s often a challenge for first time safari goers. Not only do most safari goers have weight restrictions on bush flights (a typical weight restriction is 15 kilograms or 33 pounds total per person, including camera equipment and carry-ons), but […]
Complete Guide to Queen Elizabeth National Park
The most bio-diverse park in Uganda. A beautiful combination of forests, grasslands and waterscapes. Queen Elizabeth National Park is the most popular safari destination in Uganda and marries wonderfully with a gorilla or chimp trek. Contents of our guide Introduction to QENP and what to expect QENP Entry Fees Wildlife in QENP Things to do […]
Walking Safaris in Lake Mburo National Park Uganda
If you’re looking for a unique safari experience in Uganda, Lake Mburo National Park should be at the top of your list. Nestled in the western part of the country, this park offers an incredible blend of wildlife, stunning landscapes, and one of the most exciting ways to explore it all—walking safaris, also known as […]
7 Reasons for Gorilla Habituation Experience the Thrill of Gorillas
5 Inspiring Reasons to Embark on Gorilla Habituation Deeper Understanding Gorilla habituation allows for an in-depth exploration of gorilla behaviour, social structure, and ecology. Spending extended periods in their presence provides insights into their communication, feeding habits, territorial behaviours, and interactions within the group. Observing these aspects over time can lead to a richer understanding […]
Discover the Hidden Gem of Uganda Mabamba Swamp and the Majestic Shoebill
f you’re a nature lover or birdwatching enthusiast, I’ve got an incredible spot for you to add to your travel bucket list: Mabamba Swamp in Uganda. This lesser-known gem offers a unique safari experience to see one of the world’s most fascinating and rare birds—the prehistoric-looking shoebill. Why Mabamba Swamp? Mabamba Swamp is a serene […]
Travelling Solo in Uganda
Every year, we help hundreds of solo travellers explore Uganda. With the right support, you can avoid the frustrations that too often mar solo travel across Africa and instead relax and soak up all that makes Uganda so exciting. Benefits of Solo Travel Take your time nailing that perfect photograph or spend a few extra […]
The Great Migration in Serengeti National Park, Tanzania
Africa’s race for life. The journey for the key players in the Great Migration, the roughly two million wildebeest, starts in the south of the Serengeti, with the birth of half a million calves between January and March. A favourite season for many of the seasoned Serengeti guides: the air during these months is full […]
Serengeti Hot Air Balloon Safaris Tanzania | Balloon Safaris
A Serengeti balloon safari is the ultimate way to experience the vastness of the national park. Just imagine floating above the Serengeti plains skimming treetops in complete silence whilst seeing wildlife on the ground below. This is an essential safari experience for travellers to Serengeti National Park. Serengeti balloon safaris locations Balloon flights are run […]
Chimpanzee Trekking in Uganda
By no means a support act to the gorillas, Uganda’s chimps are a draw in their own right. Occupying different habitats to the gorillas and living within distinct social structures, the chimps are close to us – not just in terms of DNA. They have a dark side that enthrals just as much as their […]