10 Facts About Masai Mara National Reserve Masai Mara National Reserve stands among Africa’s most iconic safari destinations. Located in southwestern Kenya, it shares an unfenced border with Tanzania’s Serengeti. This vast savannah ecosystem draws travelers from all over the…
Bokora Corridor Wildlife Reserve: Uganda’s Remote Safari Gem Uganda’s northeastern frontier holds a hidden wilderness that few travelers ever reach—Bokora Corridor Wildlife Reserve. Located in the semi-arid Karamoja region, this 2,056-square-kilometer reserve offers raw beauty, rare wildlife, and deep cultural…
7 Things to Do in Kabwoya Wildlife Reserve Tucked between Lake Albert and the Rift Valley escarpment in western Uganda, Kabwoya Wildlife Reserve remains one of the country’s most scenic and least explored conservation areas. This 87,000-acre reserve offers a…
Tchegera Island—Congo’s Hidden Volcanic Paradise Tchegera Island rests quietly in the northern waters of Lake Kivu, near Goma, in the Democratic Republic of Congo. This crescent-shaped island is the exposed rim of an ancient volcanic caldera. Part of Virunga National…
Top 10 Facts About Elephants Facts about elephants. Elephants capture the imagination of every wildlife lover. These gentle giants rule the African savannas and Asian forests. With powerful trunks, deep emotions, and strong social bonds, elephants amaze scientists and travelers…
Getting to Mgahinga Gorilla National Park in Uganda Mgahinga Gorilla National Park sits in the far southwest corner of Uganda. It borders Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo and forms part of the Virunga Conservation Area. The park is…
Getting to Murchison Falls National Park Murchison Falls National Park is Uganda’s largest and oldest protected area. It lies in the northwestern region of the country, spanning several districts including Masindi, Buliisa, and Nwoya. The park is famous for boat…
Getting to Kibale National Park in Uganda Kibale National Park lies in western Uganda, near the town of Fort Portal. It is Uganda’s top destination for chimpanzee trekking and forest walks. The park is also part of the famous primate…
Getting to Queen Elizabeth National Park in Uganda Queen Elizabeth National Park lies in western Uganda, between Lake George and Lake Edward. It offers savannah landscapes, crater lakes, and classic Big Five game viewing. It’s also home to the famous…
Getting to Bwindi Forest National Park in Uganda Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park lies in southwestern Uganda, near the borders with Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo. It’s a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the best places…
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