In Hoima district, western part of Uganda is a popular block of rainforest that once covered about 41144 hectares, The Bugoma Central Forest Reserve. It is 200km from Kampala and the swathe of the tropical forest is rich in biodiversity. The forest reserve is a medium altitude semi-deciduous forest. Bugoma Central Forest Reserve is bordered...
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TORO-SEMLIKI GAME RESERVE
TORO-SEMLIKI GAME RESERVE The Toro-Semliki Game Reserve is Uganda’s oldest protected natural area and was among the first gazetted areas established in 1926. The reserve extends to over 543km2 and runs northeast of the Bundibugyo to Ntoroko, a sprawling fishing village on the shores of Lake Albert. Toro-Semliki Game Reserve is topographically remarkable, set on...
BACKPACKING IN UGANDA
Uganda is a country for many and it manages to always seduce and fascinate. It is home to some great wildlife experiences one can ever imagine, has diverse culture, and is impressive. The pulsating and colorful composition of lush jungles, savanna areas teeming with wildlife, and other attractions that can be embedded in safaris are...
7 BEST PLACES FOR SHORT TOURS NEAR KAMPALA
Uganda’s attractions are unevenly distributed, some are near the capital-Kampala (short driving distances), and other are far (over 500 km drive). If you have a lengthy time in the country, say you are staying/living, working, having a work shop, or studying here and you need an escape from the city, to see the country more....
THE IK TRIBE
The Eastern and North-Eastern parts of Uganda, are home to Uganda’s most distinctive ethnic groups. The famous ones are the Karamojong, a group of nomadic who are known for their love of cattle, their resistance to the trapping of modern civilization, and cattle rustling. But in the mountains that surround Kidepo Valley national park (Morungole...
THE PRIMATES OF UGANDA
Uganda could be considered “a prime primate destination” in East Africa as it is home to 20 different species of primates (14 diurnal and 6 nocturnal). These can be found in the forest and savanna parks around the land of contrasts and colors. This has set the country apart from its neighbors in terms of...
RWANDA’S DANCE MUSIC AND CRAFTS.
RWANDA’S DANCE, MUSIC, AND CRAFTS. Capture the culture, history, and stories. The arts and crafts play an important role in the traditions and identifying society and people like it are for the people of Rwanda. Performances range from the demonstrations of bravery and excellence to humorous dance styles, lyrics, to artistry based on traditional roots....
RWENZORI MOUNTAINS
RWENZORI MOUNTAINS- Mountains of Mystery Often referred to as the “Mountains of the Moon”, the towering Rwenzori Mountains are a UNESCO World Heritage site that runs along the Congolese border between the hot floor of the Semliki Valley, and in the backdrop is the Queen Elizabeth National park. The top slopes of the Rwenzori Mountains...
THE CULTURE OF UGANDA
Uganda has a diverse range of ethnic groups that have different customs, practices, and beliefs. The culture of Uganda is a very strong pillar as it is for every human, society and for generations it has been transmitted on. The culture of Uganda cannot be explained as one because of the over 40 different groups....
UGANDA’S MOST EPIC SAFARI CIRCUITS
Uganda is a country with hidden gems, isolated rural communities in the countryside, and wildlife good areas that go beyond mountain gorillas. The African country is far more diverse than you could think and it is one of Africa’s best safari destinations. The major destinations here are unevenly distributed and have different circuits that go...