Destination Uganda Guide

05/08/2022

05/08/2022

23/04/2021

Muscle, power, zeal

When you're surrounded by modern civilization, the idea that some people not far from you still live the pre-industrial lives.

These guys row their boat between islands on Lake Bunyonyi, ferrying travelers. Bunyonyi is known for its very low temperatures, but that doesn't slow them down.

Visit Bunyonyi soon!
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23/04/2021

The gentle giants of Bwindi Impenetrable Jungle, Uganda.

A common misconception about these beautiful animals is that they are scary. Thank you for that, Hollywood! I cannot tell you how wrong that notion is. The Mubare family was calm for the entire hour we spent observing them. The silverbacks almost bored by our presence. The young ones are the real stars.. they are curious, playful, naughty, fighting with their siblings.. showing off. Though we had to maintain a distance of 8m, it wasn’t always the easiest thing to do in the thorny forest. The biggest takeaway for me was that there seemed to be a mutual respect between human and animal - we didn’t get too close to them, and they didn’t disturb us either. If only more people practiced this around the world. We wouldn’t have had to live through a pandemic, eh?

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13/02/2021

Murchison Falls has a consistently hot climate, the minimal variation in temperature due to the park’s equatorial setting. It does, however, get noticeably hotter during the relatively brief Dry season (December to February). Light rain is the order of the day in the Wet season (March to November), with the occasional tempest blowing through. Temperatures are also affected by the wide variation in altitude across the park.

25/01/2021

Beautiful Murchison Falls
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20/01/2021

Measures to cab spread of any human disease, including COVID-19 to mountain gorillas, have been in effect way before Coronavirus showed up. Trackers are asked to have face masks on, keep 10 meters distance, and contact and must have a negative PCR Covid test. The gorillas are protected; go see them.

11/01/2021

The incredible Nile river meandering up north through Murchison Falls National Park, leaving a healthy green blanket that is home to thousands of wildlife species. Nature's wonders.

11/01/2021

A boat ride to the source of the Nile in Jinja, Uganda.
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11/01/2021

St. Paul’s Cathedral Namirembe (now Church of Uganda) is perched atop Namirembe Hill, roughly 1.5km west of the city center off Albert Cook Road. It is one of the most impressive colonial-era constructions in Kampala and offers superb views over the city center and suburbs. Built entirely by Baganda artisans, albeit under the supervision of a British missionary, the cathedral could encave a congregation of 3,000 people. Great site to visit when hiking through Kampala. See link in bio.

09/01/2021

Women in a Karamoja Village attend health education sessions. Visiting these villages gives you an insight into what modern civilization left behind hundreds of years ago.

09/01/2021

A boat safari on Victoria Nile is one of the highlights of Muchison Falls NP visit, cruising past a myriad of wildlife animals and birds by the shores to the foot of the rumbling falls.

09/01/2021

Lake Victoria, Entebbe, Uganda

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Cloudy Sunset in Ngamba Island. As the night falls, the inhabitants of the island like this Egret perch on the treetops until next morning.

09/01/2021

Kyaninga lodge , the epitome of luxury in Fort Portal.

Book Kyaninga for luxury when in Portal but note that it's located a good distance away from Kobale Forest for those interested in an early morning Chimp Trek at Kanyanchu. About an hour's drive.

07/01/2021

24/12/2020

Virunga Golden Monkeys

You can easily be able to guess that the Golden monkey gets its name for its striking coloring. The tails of the Golden monkey are bright, vibrant, golden orange, as are its cheeks and patches of its back and torso. This poses a sharp contrast to its jet-black legs and head for a visually stunning effect.

This endangered little fella lives in the Virunga Mountains shops, and some of the families have been habituated for tourism in the Ugandan side of Mgahinga National Park.

21/12/2020

Southwestern Uganda Landscapes

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21/12/2020

Muhabura and Gahinga mountains peep out of the misty cloud.

Part of the 8 Virunga mountains chain that pop out of the Rwanda, Uganda and DRC border. This photo is taken from Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in Uganda, where we find the mountain gorillas.

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21/12/2020

A rain cloud forms over the beautiful highlands of southwestern Uganda.

Driving through southwestern Ugandan roads is an adventure. The sharp bends on the highways force you to slow down and appreciate the emerald landscapes revealed as you drive deep into the countryside.

21/12/2020

Cousin Ape

These gentle mountain forest giants almost came to extinction back in the '60s. Today about 1070 mountain gorillas roam the rainforests of east-central Africa and Uganda hosts more than half of them. Seeing them has always been an exclusive activity with strict rules to protect them from human diseases 😷. COVID has not changed much of the gorilla trekking operating standards. You still need to wear a facemask, get an es**rt, and physical distancing. Your visit very much contributes to the conservation of these precious jewels. So

21/12/2020

Freshly fresh🤩 🍑 🍒

It don't matter where you are in Uganda, you'll have access to fresh fruit 🍒 easily. From the local fruit markets to the urban supermarkets, eat natural during your stay in Uganda.

19/12/2020

The Nile River's beginnings are not humble at all. In fact, they're thunderous, rumbling, and yet calm in some places. All the way from the massive lake Victoria through the iconic 'Devil's Cauldron' in Murchison fall, the Nile in Uganda is an attraction that Uganda Tourism celebrates.

18/12/2020

The Mighty Nile

In its initial north-bound travel, the Mighty Nile passes through many miles of rapids before narrowing to a width of about 20 feet (6 meters) and dropping about 400 feet (120 meters) in a series of three cascades. The initial fall of 130 feet (40 metres) is generally recognized as Murchison Falls. Then continues gracefully into Sudan. At this point, it's called the Victoria Nile. Hutchison Falls National Park is one of the most visited savannah parks in the region, have it on your list when you