Ol Pejeta Conservancy.
There are places in the world that carry a weight of meaning beyond their extraordinary beauty and their outstanding wildlife, and Ol Pejeta Conservancy in Kenya’s Laikipia Plateau is one of them. This 90,000-acre private conservancy sitting at the foot of Mount Kenya is home to the last two northern white rhinos on earth two […]
Off the Beaten Path: Discovering Uganda’s Karamoja Region.
Uganda is famous for its mountain gorillas, the Source of the Nile, and the misty peaks of the Rwenzori Mountains. Millions of words have been written about these attractions. But there is a corner of this country that remains largely absent from guidebooks and travel blogs. It is called Karamoja, and it does not look […]
Meet the Bakonzo people: Culture, Traditions, and life along the Rwenzori range.
The Rwenzori Mountains National Park, is located within the western region of Uganda and the ancestral home place of the Bakonzo people. In relationship with the spectacular natural scenery and geology of this area, this park is a very important part of the cultural landscape of Uganda, where individuals have grown into unique and successful […]
Karamoja Travel Guide: What to See in Moroto and Beyond.
Northeastern Uganda holds a secret that most travelers never discover. While thousands flock to the southwestern parks for gorilla trekking, the rugged plains of Karamoja remain one of Africa’s last true frontiers. This is not a destination for those seeking luxury lodges and paved roads. It is the land of the curious, the adventuresome, and […]
Is Rwanda Luxury Travel destination.
Rwanda, replete with scenic hills, has intentionally set itself apart as the top African tourist destination and as such, metropolized it to the ultimate luxury travel destination. This concerted move is not just about being out of reach for the masses; rather it constitutes a significant part of the country’s well-calculated, ecologically friendly conservation strategy. […]
Into the Caldera: Trekking the Slopes of Mount Elgon in Uganda.
There is a mountain in eastern Uganda that most people have never heard of, and that anonymity is arguably its greatest asset. While Kilimanjaro attracts tens of thousands of trekkers every year and the Rwenzori Mountains attract serious mountaineers from across the world, Mount Elgon sits quietly on the Uganda-Kenya border, offering one of the […]
Inside the Mystical Mountains of the Moon: Culture glaciers, Legends and Biodiversity.
Mountain Rwenzori is located in western Uganda on the border between Uganda and DR Congo and are often referred to as the “Mountains of the Moon”. The mountain was created by the uplift of blocks of earth from the Earth’s crust due to tectonic activity. The Rwenzoris are part of a World Heritage Site recognized […]
How to combine gorillas, chimps and the Rwenzori Mountains in one Epic Trip.
The “Pearl of Africa,” Uganda, has three unique natural attractions that provide a distinct adventure experience; an intimate experience with gorillas (mountain gorillas), an energetic tracking of chimpanzees and the exciting climb to the famous Rwenzori Mountains (Mountains of the Moon). The combination of these three powerful experiences into one amazing journey creates a total […]
How safe is gorilla trekking in Uganda and Rwanda? Expert Insights.
While gorilla trekking, safari is typically classified as a high-risk outdoor activity, Park Officials and Gorilla Conservationists report that gorilla trekking in both Rwanda (Volcanoes National Park) and Uganda (Bwindi and Mgahinga National Parks) is extremely safe. The extensive security measures are among the most rigorous for African wildlife tourism and are divided into three […]
How do you get to and around Rwanda.
The “Land of a Thousand Hills,” Rwanda is known for its efficient services, quality infrastructure, and efficient operations. This makes Rwanda one of the African countries you can visit most easily. For visitors, getting around is easy, and you will be able to spend most of your time enjoying stunning scenery and landscapes, as opposed […]
