Climbing Mgahinga Volcano: A Complete Hiking Guide Mgahinga Volcano forms part of the majestic Virunga Range, a chain of eight volcanic mountains that straddle Uganda, Rwanda, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Towering at 3,474 meters above sea level,…
Everything You Need to Know About Sport Fishing Permits Sport Fishing Permits. Sport fishing offers both thrill and tranquility. Whether you’re casting for Nile perch in Uganda’s Lake Victoria or fly-fishing trout in Colorado’s alpine streams, a sport fishing permit…
Bike Riding in and Around the Forest—A Scenic and Sustainable Adventure Forest bike trails-eco-tourism in Africa-cycling safaris. Bike riding in and around the forest offers more than just physical activity—it delivers a soulful connection to nature. With every turn of…
Igar Plaza Hotel Jinja, Uganda’s adventure capital, offers an exciting blend of colonial charm, river excursions, and adrenaline-filled fun. Right in its urban center stands Igar Plaza Hotel, a modern retreat perfect for both business travelers and holidaymakers seeking comfort…
The 1999 Bwindi Impenetrable Forest Massacre 1999 Bwindi massacre. On the morning of March 1, 1999, violence struck a remote corner of southwestern Uganda—Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. A peaceful gorilla trekking adventure turned into a nightmarish tragedy. Rwandan rebels from…
Bwindi Community Hospital—Transforming Healthcare in Uganda’s Remote Forest Region Bwindi Community Hospital Tucked away on the edge of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in southwestern Uganda, Bwindi Community Hospital (BCH) offers life-saving care to one of the most remote regions in…
Buhoma Village Walk – Culture & Conservation at the Edge of Bwindi Tucked at the northern gateway to Uganda’s Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, Buhoma is more than a gorilla trekking base. It is a vibrant rural community where conservation and culture…
Nakayima Tree—Uganda’s Sacred Shrine of the Bachwezi Rising above Mubende Hill in Central Uganda stands the Nakayima Tree, a sprawling, sacred fig tree believed to be between 400 and 650 years old. Deeply rooted in Uganda’s spiritual history, the tree…
Mulago Hospital—Uganda’s National Referral Medical Center Mulago Hospital. At the heart of Kampala stands Mulago Hospital, Uganda’s largest and most important healthcare institution. Also known as Mulago National Referral Hospital, this facility serves millions of Ugandans and patients from across…
Makerere University—Uganda’s Premier Institution of Higher Learning Makerere University stands as a symbol of academic excellence and resilience in East Africa. Located on Makerere Hill in Kampala, this institution has shaped generations of African leaders, thinkers, and professionals. Since its…
GECKO SAFARIS AFRICA is a tour operator offering safaris to Uganda, Rwanda, Congo, Kenya and Tanzania.
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