Uganda and Rwanda Safari tour wonders

Uganda and Rwanda combined i must say are the best tourism destination in Africa because of the presence of various attractions that are worth viewing.With the presence of the hard-to find mountain gorillas in these two countries,many tourists have been attracted to East Africa simply to look at the rare primates.Gorilla trekking in Uganda and Rwanda are the leading tourism activities and this explains why 70% of the visitor specifically come to trek the elegant apes.

A mountain gorilla

A lot has been written about these great nations for example the Rwanda genocide but less is known about the tourism treasure that can spice up a safari tour.Some people visit these countries on different missions but as they spend some couple of days,they get attracted to the beauty that surround the whole place.In doing this,they end up spending more days enjoying some thrilling lifetime activities like hiking on the mountains,gorilla trekking,chimpanzee tracking,cultural tours,nature walks,game viewing,bird watching,boat rides and many more.These experiences change their lives because of the guaranteed adventure and this prompts them to come back almost every year.

I know if you have never traveled to Uganda and Rwanda you cant believe this but once you take your first step in any of these East African countries,you will be amazed by what you will see. It is not all about going the the national parks to view the wild animals,but in any part of Uganda and Rwanda,you can have a wonderful moment.

Uganda has about 10 national park which you can visit and get a chance of seeing some of the rare wild animals in their natural habitats.Rwanda has 3 national parks which are easily accessed on a safari tour.While in the parks,you will get a chance of viewing different wild animals including the lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, buffaloes, hippos,gorillas, baboons, crocodiles, red-tailed monkeys, giraffes, zebras, elands, snakes, and many more.These animals are easily see on a game drive especially during the afternoon hours because they come out of the forests and gather around the different water bodies to sip some water.

A combined safari tour itinerary to Uganda and Rwanda is possible since these countries are neighbors and we can arrange this for you at a low cost.All you need to do is to inquire with us and we shall prepare a suitable combined itinerary which will be sent to you for adjustments.We shall cater for all your movements while on your Uganda and Rwanda safari tour.

However,if you are interested in gorilla trekking,you are required to book as early as possible because we have to obtain a mountain gorilla trekking permit before yo are allowed to view the primates in their natural habitats.The main reason why you should do book as early as possible is because it is too competitive

to obtain a gorilla trekking permit especially during a peak season.

Kampala,a city where people dont sleep!

Forget about the sky scrappers in your country,Kampala is a cultured city of Uganda with a lot of things that can amaze you.This busy town is the second you can pass through from Entebbe airport as you start you Uganda Safari tour to this great nation.Before you go for a wide collection on tourism activities in the remote places of Uganda like gorilla trekking,bird watching,chimpanzee tracking,wildlife viewing and many more,you can enjoy a thrilling tour through Kampala.Trust me 24hours spent in this city will enable you witness the true lifestyle of Ugandans.

There is doubt that Uganda has the happiest people in Africa who work hard and spend some time out for relaxation.It becomes more interesting in the night when all the happening spots of Kampala start booming congested with a big crowd of people.Many people most especially on Friday withdraw some money from their accounts and go partying trans-night.

I know you are wondering how a foreigner can enjoy this thrilling experience on a Uganda safari tour full of adventurous feelings.Its simple,before transferring to your desired national park for touring,you can decide to have a one day city tour and get a chance of witnessing how a true modern Ugandan spends his/her money.

Traveling by bodaboda (motorcycle) in Kampala is lifetime experience that you will live to tell.If not strong-hearted,you may fear to sit on these motorcycles because of the scary movements which involve penetrating through overcrowded places of Kampala pas many vehicles.Trust me this is an adventurous experience you will never get on any other safari to other countries.

Have you ever visited an African club?Then on your Uganda safari tour,you can visit any club in Kampala and dance to the tunes of Africa full of cultural history.A typical night club in Kampala opens at around 7:00 pm and closes at 2:00am giving you ample time to enjoy all night.However,before you go out,you are advised to move with someone who knows the city well and who can protect you at night.Avoid walking alone on the streets of Kampala in the late hours for security reasons.

We can help you experience this adventure on you Uganda safari tour at fair prices.All you need to is to inquire with us and we shall make arrangements for you.Depending on our wish,an extended itinerary to other tourism sites of Uganda can help you have a more interesting journey to this East African country. 

Whitewater rafting at the source of the Nile - Uganda Safaris

Have you ever thought of a lifetime experience at the longest River in the World?Then this your chance to enjoy a wonderful time at the source of the Nile on your safari to Uganda.Forget about what most tourists opt for while in this East African country like gorilla trekking,chimpanzee tracking,wildlife viewing,bird watching,and spend a day sailing on the gently flowing waters of the Nile.

Located in Uganda's second largest city, Jinja,the source of River Nile is one of the leading adventurous sites and many tourist make safaris to this place and enjoy a thrilling experience.White water rafting is the best activity you should expect on your tour to this place.Jump into a boat with your friends and family and go for a thrilling though scaring activity with an experienced guide.Sail for more that one 30 minutes on this River which flows through 3 African countries.

After your whitewater rafting trip,come back at the resort and relax as you enjoy viewing different varieties of birds flying over the whole place.Trust me this is a thrilling experience you will live to tell even when you get back to your home country.Th magnificent views of the hills which surround the river will impress you as you go for your second rafting in the evening.

Get a chance to stand where the founder of this river.John Speke stood while on his exploration trip to Uganda with an aim of finding where this great river originates from.Take clear photographs while at the site with some of the beautiful objects.

Experience while Rafting
I will share with you what I experienced on my first rafting trip on the source of the Nile.
At first I didn't know where this wonderful place (source of the Nile) was located and how it looked like but to my surprise,I found the it was so magnificent with hard-to find nature attributes like the green highlands,nice-looking water which continuously flows,rare bird species,splendid rocks,John Speke monument and many more.

It was around mid-day when I went   whitewater.At first i was so scared to sail in a boat through rapids and rocks but I was convinced by the guide that I wont regret after the trip.When our rafting boat had just set off,my heart was filled of fear until when i got used.We penetrated through huge rocks on a high speed which I had no imagined.The rapids kept on colliding with our boat as we struggled to keep it on the right track.The sounds of the water were so high that i could not even hear any sound of the many birds which kept on flying over the sky.I reached a point of no return and now my heart was stronger than before.We kept on rafting until when we reached a point with calm water.
Believe me,I had to as for another rafting safari from the guides because of the adventure that I experienced while in the middle of huge rocks facing the rapids of the river.It is an experience that I have never forgotten and I wish everyday was like that day.

I know you may not have experienced this adventure yet and you are wondering how you can make a whitewater Rafting Safari to Uganda.It is simple,just inquire with us and we shall draw a suitable itinerary which will clearly indicate your safari movements in Uganda.

A city tour in Kampala - Uganda Safaris

It is hard to come to Uganda without passing through its wonderful capital city,Kampala which is full adventures that can spice up your safari to Uganda.Forget about meeting and spending time with the wild animals in the National Parks,a Kampala city tour exposes you to different magnificent things that are hard to find ranging from cultural to how a true African spends his/her normal day.

One of the things that are interesting with Kampala is the mode of transport known as "Bodaboda" (travel by motorcycle). This is the most common mean of transport in most of Uganda's urban places simply because it is not affected by traffic jam.Many tourists on their safari are seen in Uganda using these bodadoda with an aim of experiencing a thrilling moment which is hard to find in other countries.Its a bit scaring though interesting to swift through many cars on a high speed on a motorcycle.

Tour the Uganda Museum
Some tourists have been to Uganda but have never had a chance of visiting this site where all the history about the first people of Uganda is found.All the tools which were used by the early men are well displayed at the Uganda museum for viewing.This cultural place is worth visiting because it gives both written and visual view of the true history of Ugandans.






Kasubi Tombs
Also known as Buganda's heart,Kasubi tombs shrine found in Kampala is where the kings of Buganda are buried.This place is under reconstruction and it has a new look which is worth seeing on your safari to Uganda.Many tourists visit this place and take clear photos with some cultural objects found at the site for remembrance.






Namugongo Pilgrimage site and shrine
This is  another cultural site in Kampala also referred to a religious site because of its religious affiliations attached to its history.This  is the place where the Uganda Martyrs were killed from by the king of Buganda because of their faith. Every 3rd of June Ugandans make pilgrimage to this shrine and pay tribute to the martyrs.You can visit this place and get a chance of viewing an artificial lake which is believed to have healing waters and also view the various remains of the holy martyrs of Uganda.



Buganda Palace
While on your city tour,you will get a chance of visiting the largest magnificent palace in Uganda known as Buganda Palace.This is where the Kabaka (King) of Buganda stays and it harbors a lot of adventurous cultural objects that are worth seeing.






Night life in Kampala

Get a chance of experiencing a thrilling experience of night life in Kampala.You will be enticed to agree with Uganda's ranking as the country with the happiest people in Africa after spending the whole night awake in Kampala.Visit any of the night clubs in Kampala and witness how Ugandans spend their free-time and how they spend their money.




We can help you experience this lifetime experience of a city tour to Kampala at low costs.All you need to do is to contact us and we shall plan your safari itinerary which you can adjust depending on your wish.

Go gorilla trekking to Uganda and Rwanda

Am sure whenever you here this name,Gorilla,your mind drifts straight to Africa where these rare primates are found.Forget about the common experience that comes with a Uganda and Rwanda Safari.This is a different feel of a tour that you will live to tell even when you get back to your home country.
Though its a magnificent tourism activity,gorilla trekking can only be done from a few destinations in Africa and these include;Uganda,Rwanda and Democratic Republic of Congo.It is estimated that the total population of gorillas in the world is about 1,000 and these are only found in Africa.

What types of gorillas are in Africa

Democratic Republic of Congo is known for harboring the lowland gorillas while as Uganda and Rwanda have the mountain Gorillas.Uganda has the highest number of mountain gorillas (over 400) making it the leading trekking safari destination in the whole world.These elegant apes are found in Uganda's Bwindi Impenetrable and Mgahinga National Parks while as in Rwanda,they are only found in Volcanoes National Park.

What is so special with gorilla trekking
Though there are many tourism activities that a visitor is exposed to while on a tour to these East African countries, gorilla trekking stands out as a one-life experience that you will live to tell.The adventure that comes with this safari is hard to forget because of the numerous things that you encounter.
Get a chance of penetrating through the dense rainforests in search for the great apes and enjoy the thrilling views of the wild.It is quite a tough journey since it involves moving through thick forests and a muddy humid conditions.You need to be fit enough because this activity is physical.

what to carry
Don't forget to carry some of the key equipments on your gorilla trekking safari.Some of the things include;double styled socks,long strong trousers,waterproof boots,a camera and many more.
You are also advised to be healthy before going trekking because the activity is tiresome.Sick people are not allowed to enjoy the adventure because gorillas can contract human diseases.

What to do when trekking



















Always make sure that you follow your guide and make sure that you are equipped with the necessary equipments.Follow the designated paths and don't make a lot of noise which can irritate other creatures in the forest.
When you have met a gorilla family,drop your bags somewhere(as told by your guide) and only move closer with your camera.Keep more than 6 meters from the gorillas and avoid any irritating behavior that can scare away the primates.Take some clear photos with gorillas.
You can sit at short distance from the gorillas and observe their human-like behaviors.
Note that the maximum time allowed to spend with gorillas is one hour therefore you need to portion your time well.Spend more time viewing and the rest taking photographs.

What is the best time fore gorilla trekking
The activity is best done during the 2 dry seasons in the year since the parks are not too muddy.Uganda and Rwanda have the same weather changes and the 2 dry seasons are;mid-December-February and June to September.


Note:You  are required to obtain a gorilla trekking permit before being allowed to meet the elegant primates of Africa.We highly recommend that you book for the permits in time because it is too competitive to acquire one.

No more hustle for visa on a Uganda and Rwanda Safari

Following the introduction of a single visa card for tourists interested to make safaris to Uganda,Rwanda and Kenya,several launches have been made in different countries.The latest launch took place on Rwanda's embassy in Washington DC.The event was graced by several officials from the member states and those from US.

It was early this year when the presidents of the 3 member states gathered in Uganda and launched a single visa card which was aimed at easing the movement of tourists as they cross from one country to another. Another reason was to promote trade in the region since traders will now be able to transfer their goods from one country to another.But the main emphasis was on tourism and it was intended to increase safaris in the region.

Uganda and Rwanda are mainly known for having the hard-to find primates,mountain gorillas and this is the reason why many tourists opt for these countries for an adventurous safari.When asked why they choose the
countries,tourists say that its because its only in these countries where one can enjoy a wider collection of tourism fraternity like chimpanzee trekking,game viewing,bird watching,cultural tours,hiking,white water rafting and many more.

These East African countries have started benefiting from the single visa project because of the increased number of tourists who flock into the region.The burden of acquiring a visa for each country before a tour was put to an end and a visitor just needs to obtain one to have a splendid adventure in the whole region.

Visa cards are obtained at the point of entry of any of the member states and each costs $100.There is no doubt that its a fair price since it guarantees you to visit 3 countries loaded with a wide collection of tourism attractions.You are advised to keep you visa safe once you have acquired it to avoid inconveniences.

Dont worry about your movements in the region especially while on a Uganda and Rwanda Safari because our company is experienced in helping tourists.We can ensure that you have a classic stay in these countries at low costs.All you need to do is to contact us and we shall give you a feedback.  

Spend your Easter holiday on a Uganda & Rwanda Safari

When it comes to festive seasons, many people prefer staying home and spend some time with their loved ones.However,many have not tried to find out why life is more interesting  when on a safari to Uganda or Rwanda. Instead of staying home,its better  you tour a place that you have never been to or one that is adventurous and breathtaking.

In Uganda or Rwanda,whenever the Easter period clocks,many people move from towns to villages simply because they want to enjoy these holy days with their loved ones who have taken long without meeting.This is why traffic jam on the streets of Kampala and Kigali is less during this period compared to other days.
However, some people stay in towns trying to make their holiday as colourfull as possible with their families.Some families move to the beaches for relaxation.All happening places in these EastAfrican countries are overcrowded during Easter period because everyone goes out to have fun.

Night life in Kampala and Kigali is one of the experiences that you cannot afford to miss.People stay awake all night having fun and most of them go to clubs,churches,bars and many more.The streets are busy when it comes to night as people look for where to have their fun from.Perhaps this was the main reason behind Ugandans' ranking as the happiest people in Africa by the United Nations.

However,tourism in Uganda and Rwanda during this period is one of those sectors that boom.Many tourists travel from different parts of the world and they visit these countries.The two countries are blessed with both magnificent flora and fauna which are hard to find elsewhere in the world.One of the special attractions found in these countries include the rare mountain gorillas.

Uganda & Rwanda Safaris have increased simply because of the availability of gorilla trekking opportunities.Many tourists travel to these countries with an aim of looking at these rare primates.The strong reason why this activity is at its peak during Easter period is that the price of gorilla tracking permits is reduced.

Other tourism activities that you should not miss during this Easter period include; chimpanzee trekking, bird watching, game viewing, cultural tours, Dian Fossey tomb hiking, nature walks, and many more.

This time don't stay home with your family, make a Safari to Uganda and Rwanda at low costs with our company and your life will never be the same.

A 4 days thrilling experience at Queen Elizabeth National Park - Uganda Safaris

Have you ever wondered why Uganda Safaris are on an increasing rate?Have you ever wished to have an unforgettable tour in Uganda?Do you wish to experience the true Cultural life of Africa on a safari?,then you should not ask anymore because this is one of those trips that will enable you enjoy most of the adventurous activities that you have ever imagined.Get to know the various places in Uganda starting from Kampala heading to the western side (towards Rwanda) to Queen Elizabeth National Park.

Day 1: Rhino Sanctuary and sunset views

Meet and greet our professional guide at the airport/hotel who will brief you about the trip, stop en-route at Nakitoma – Nakasongola for a visit to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for a guided walk to view the rhinos.You will have lunch from one of the best restaurants before continuing to the Park, check in to your accommodation for relaxation. In the evening, take a sunset cruise on the River Nile or drive to the top of the falls where you can view both Murchison and the smaller Uhuru falls as the sun slowly descends. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight. (FB).

Day 2: Game Drive and Launch Trip

After breakfast, begin your game drive in Buligi. The area is a home to many elephants,lions,giraffes and many other wildlife. After lunch, proceed on the three-hour launch trip to the base of the falls cruising past large herds of hippos, buffaloes,crocodiles and numerous aquatic birds roaming about the northern banks of thewaterfall. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight.(FB)

Day 3: Bird watching and game viewing

Birders will be in for a thrilling experience during the boat ride to the Nile-Lake Albert Delta, where the River Nile meets Lake Albert. Have your binoculars ready for the rich bird life including the shoebill stork, Goliath heron and grey crowned crane. Return to the lodge for lunch and later pop in the car for a game drive along the newly opened Tebito track, finishing with a short walk down to the top of the Falls on the north bank. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight. (FB).

Day 4: Departure

After the early morning breakfast, take a cultural walk to Mubako community with the help of the local guide to interact with the community and photography, return to the lodge for refreshment and prepare for your departure back to Kampala to your hotel/ airport. (HB). This will mark the end of our safari to Uganda.

To enjoy this thrilling experience, please just comment on this post and don't forget to include your contact to enable us reach you.Or you can visit our website www.adventureugandasafaris.com or contact us on info@adventureugandasafaris.com