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Top 5 Places to See Elephants in Africa

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Watching elephants in their natural surroundings is always a thrill, so we have put together five of the best places to get fabulous pachyderm experiences in Africa.

1. Safari Lodge, Amakhala Game Reserve, South Africa

This beautiful lodge is located on the 7,200ha Amakhala Game Reserve in South Africa’s Eastern Cape and is adjacent to the famed Addo Elephant National Park – widely regarded as the country’s premier destination for elephant viewing. Game drives are taken on both the Amakhala reserve and in Addo. The lodge is Fair Trade Tourism certified.

2. Mombo Camp, Okavango Delta, Botswana

Nicknamed “The Place of Plenty”, Wilderness Safaris’s Mombo Camp is located on a private concession on the renowned Chief’s Island, deep in the heart of the Okavango Delta’s Moremi Game Reserve. This is one of the best spots in Africa from which to view wild elephants at close quarters!

Mombo Camp is recognised by Fair Trade Tourism through its partnership with Botswana’s Ecotourism Certification programme.

3. Motswari Private Game Reserve, Timbavati

Part of the Greater Kruger National Park, the Timbavati is teeming with wildlife, with huge herds of elephant regularly moving through the reserve. Fair Trade Tourism certified Motswari Private Game Reserve is located in the heart of the Timbavati and elephants often pay the lodge a visit to drink from the swimming pool!

4. Oliver’s Camp, Tanzania

Deep in the southern reaches of Tarangire National Park and with easy access to the Silale Swamps, Oliver’s Camp is an echo of the early days of African safaris. Part of the Asilia Africa group, this camp is recognised by Fair Trade Tourism through its partnership with Responsible Tourism Tanzania.

5. Nkasa Lupala Tented Lodge, Caprivi Strip, Namibia

Nkasa Lupala tented lodge is built on the banks of one of the many channels of the Kwando-Linyanti river system in the Caprivi region of Namibia. This unique wetland paradise is part of Nkasa Lupala National Park and the lodge itself is recognised by Fair Trade Tourism through its partnership with Eco Awards Namibia.

Elephants regularly visit the lodge.

Mistakes to Avoid When Planning Uganda Safari

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The five biggest mistakes people make when booking a trip to Uganda and how to avoid them. When booking for a Uganda safari, mistakes are bound to be made regardless of whether you are first time traveler or repeat visitor. A successful Uganda safari is achievable but requires adequate planning, time yet the process can be frustrating.

With so much that you will be required to put together for a successful road trip in Uganda, mistakes are likely to be made but these can be avoided. This article brings you a detailed list of the five biggest mistakes people make when booking a trip to Uganda and how you can avoid them.

Booking a trip to Uganda at a wrong time/season

When booking for a trip to Uganda, the 2 seasons-the wet and dry seasons should be put into consideration. Not all seasons are perfect for road trips in Uganda and some holidaymakers have found themselves book trips at a wrong time/season hence ruining their whole experience. You can avoid by having your next road trip to Uganda booked at a right time.

Yes, Uganda is open to all travelers all year-round considering her conducive weather and climatic conditions but it is key to know the best time to travel for your Uganda safaris. Different trip activities are best conducted during a particular time or season of the year. As first time or repeat traveler, the dry season is undeniably the best time to plan or book a trip to Uganda.

The dry season is of no doubt the best time to take a trip to Uganda for Gorilla Trekking, Golden monkey Tracking, Game drive, Chimpanzee Tracking, Mountaineering or hiking and so on. This means that you can have your Uganda holiday tour booked during the dry months of June, July, August to September or December, January to February. Birding trips in Uganda are perfectly done during the rainy/wet months.

Choosing the wrong travel group

Traveling as a group is fun but when you land into a wrong travel group, you may regret taking a trip. You need to be keen when choosing the travel group to go for a holiday in Uganda. A group with similar travel desires/goals, same age bracket or that accommodates/understands everyone is the best to book a trip to Uganda with. Don’t travel with any group just because its members are on a trip. Yes, group safaris in Uganda come with great benefits like cost sharing but you must choose the right travel group to avoid ruining your experience.

Booking a Uganda tour with a wrong tour agent/operator

Booking a Uganda safari with a wrong tour agent or tour operator is undoubtedly one of the biggest mistakes travelers make. Yes, hundreds of tour operators are in Uganda, majority of which offer the same services but not all are worth booking a trip with. Others operate yet not registered. That is why it is important to confirm if the tour operator or agent you plan to book your trip in Uganda with is registered and trustworthy.

The other most important mistake you must avoid is arranging trips by yourself. Use a certified ground tour operator considering the wide knowledge the tour operators have not only on activities/experiences, destinations but also they help find and book accommodation on your behalf before you travel for actual trip in Uganda, arrange a rental car for your road trips to and from the destination etc.

Not taking the best itinerary

The travel itinerary/plan is an ultimate guide for all Uganda safaris and it is what guarantees you a smooth/a well-organized Uganda road trip. When booking a trip to Uganda, the mistake most travelers make is choosing wrong packages/travel plans. You need the best travel plan/package that guarantees you a flexible road trip such that you have opportunity to participate in other experiences or discover several more activities in various destinations.

Avoid packages that restrict your exploration and most preferably, go for long tours say 8 days Uganda safaris, 10 days Uganda tour, 15 days Uganda safari and more to give you room to explore what Uganda has to offer the world. And when considering booking a particular package, make sure that you have been provided with the correct quote.

Leaving behind essentials on their packing list

Before you make up your mind to book a trip to Uganda, it does take time and planning. Part of the process to achieve a complete Uganda tour is packing rightly but most travelers easily forget this significant step. Also, the common mistake among travelers is packing everything yet this isn’t necessary.

Essential items should be considered when packing for a trip in Uganda. If you plan to undertake say Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi, Mgahinga Gorilla National Park or Chimpanzee Tracking adventure in Kibale National Park, the essentials to consider a must-pack include waterproof hiking/walking boots, insect repellent, camera with no flashlight, waterproof backpack, gardening gloves, rain jacket or poncho, first aid kit, long sleeved shirt, sweater, socks etc.

Guide to Primate Tracking in Africa

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Africa is one of the best destinations for primate safaris having the rich population of mountain gorillas in the world. It’s only in Uganda where you can track mountain gorillas in two different national parks this really satisfies visitors interested in double gorilla trekking due to the fact that they actually do the trek in totally different environments. These mountain gorilla based parks include Bwindi National Park and Mgahinga gorilla National park. The remaining mountain gorilla population is found both Rwanda and Democratic republic of Congo in a conservation area called the Virunga region.

Gorillas

Gorilla trekking adventure has actually become a year-round activity since their habitat has been reduced so significantly, they could not roam far as they used to. However, gorilla trekking in the jungle is a little hard at times especially during the rainy season, the steep paths, mist and mud can make it almost impossible to go through. Very heavy rain also makes it more difficult to take good photos, and since you only have limited time with the gorillas, not more than an hour, it would be a shame not to get a good snapshot or two. The main rainy seasons in the region are from March to April and October to November that is in Uganda, Rwanda and the DRC.

Chimpanzees

The best primate safaris experience in Africa is obviously at Kibale Forest national Park in Uganda and Rwanda’s Nyungwe Forest with two main activities chimpanzee tracking and Chimpanzee habituation experience. Like gorilla trekking, Chimps tracking can take place all year-round but also the rainy season makes walking in the remote ancient rain forests a little tougher and the photographic opportunities aren’t as pleasing as during the dry season (July – October and December – February). However, the rainy season also means the chimpanzees don’t have to roam too far to find water and they are easier to locate (February-June, November-mid December).

Where in the world can you See Mountain Gorillas?

With nearly 900 total population of mountain gorillas left in the world, seeing them in the wild is a moment of a lifetime, only a few trekkers have the chance to experience the few of the remaining gentle giants and rarest species on earth. This section will tell you where you can see mountain gorillas, how much the permit costs, and help you choose the best tour company to go with.

About 480 mountain gorillas inhabit an extinct volcanic region called the Virunga Range along the borders of Rwanda, Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) in East Africa. The other about 420 mountain gorillas inhabit a nearby area of Bwindi in Uganda, a thick rainforest.

Uganda

The two parks in Uganda are; Mgahinga Gorilla National Park and Bwindi Impenetrable National Park where you are able to experience gorilla tracking activity.

Mgahinga is situated on the extreme southwest corner of Uganda on the slopes of the Virunga Mountains. It borders the DRC and Rwanda. The park only covers 28 square miles so it’s quite small, but besides gorillas you can also see leopard, buffalo, bushbuck and the interesting golden monkeys.

Bwindi impenetrable Forest National park is located in south-western Uganda and is home to about half of all worlds mountain gorillas. The park covers about 200 square miles of extremely dense rainforest and is a proclaimed World Heritage site. Part of the fun of tracking gorillas here is trying to follow them through the dense foliage. You can also get to see chimpanzees as well as 350 species of birds, most of which are endemic to Albertine rift.

Rwanda

Rwanda has one park in the North of the country encompassing its share of the mountain gorilla population: the Virunga National Park or Parc National des Volcans (PNV). The park covers an area of about 46 square miles and encompasses six volcanoes. Despite the terrible genocide in the early 1990’s the country is fairly stable and the park permit system is running smoothly. The PNV was where Dian Fossey set up her base and research center. Tracking gorillas in the PNV is slightly less strenuous than at Bwindi since the gorillas move around a little less. The more open terrain also allows more light for better photo opportunities than in Bwindi. Check out my gorilla tracking experience in Rwanda.

Democratic Republic of Congo

The DRC also has a section of the Virunga Mountains Park called the Parc National des Virunga. The DRC gorilla population suffered a major setback because several gorillas were brutally hacked to death in 2007. In 2012 a census showed the gorillas were doing better than expected despite the civil war raging around them in large part due to the amazing efforts of rangers putting their lives on the line at Virunga National Park. In 2014 the Director of the park was shot in an ambush, but survived and continues the effort to save the park from various rebel movements encroaching on their territory as well as oil-companies looking to gain drilling rights.

Tracking Mountain Gorillas

Mountain gorilla tracking activity is not easy, nor are you guaranteed to see them. The trek to where the gorilla groups is at that time can take you through very dense vegetation, up steep slopes and can last several hours of the day. The dense vegetation is filled with burning and stinging nettles, so wearing gloves is ideal. Red ants are also common, please wear long socks to tuck your trousers into, jungle boots are recommended as well as rain jacket. Gorillas move around so they aren’t all that easy to track. The gorillas groups you will be likely to meet are habituated to humans which is why you are able to get quite close to them.

Some of gorilla tracking basic rules include:

  • You have to be over 15 years of age and above
  • You do not have to be sick or have any infectious disease
  • Only one hour is allowed with the gorillas and you have to keep a distance of at least 7 metres
  • Maximum number of visitors per day is 6-12 people per group
  • No flash photography is allowed
  • Trekkers must be fit and well equipped, which includes warm clothing for the wet cool climate high in the mountains.
  • No eating or drinking in the vicinity of the gorillas
  • No touching the gorillas (although they may decide to touch you)
  • No pointing at gorillas

Gorilla Permits

For one to track gorillas, you need an official permit handled by each of the national parks to meet the gentle giants. more often than not you have to obtain it several months in advance. If you contacted a tour company, it will be arranged for you.

In Uganda gorilla permits cost US$700 per day per person in all seasons starting 2018. You can get the permits from Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) headquarters in Kampala (the capital of Uganda). It is possible to make an international booking for permits using email direct with UWA but they do not accept credit cards so it gets a bit complicated. See their web site for more details. To make it simple, you can just purchase your whole gorilla tour through a specialized company, like Gorilla hub tours ltd or Select Safaris Africa.

For the case of Rwanda you can get permits through the Rwanda Tourism Board offices (ORTPN) in Kigali or Ruhengeri (near the PNV). You can email at reservation@rwandatourism.com. The permits cost USD 1,500 per person per day. Most people will get their permits through a tour operator that arranges gorilla trekking Safaris. It is difficult to obtain a permit without booking a tour at the same time. Note that you need to book your gorilla permit early enough at least 3 months in advance, especially if you plan to go between June – October to avoid the disappointment since trekking permits are on a high demand.

Democratic Republic of Congo, DRC its best to just arrange your permit (US$400) and tour through tour companies. They will also be up to date on current security in the park. You can combine your visit with chimpanzee trekking and an amazing volcano trek.

Gorilla Trekking on a Honeymoon Holiday

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Gorilla Trekking is one of the memorable adventures in Uganda, Rwanda and D.R.Congo. Majority of honeymooners worldwide travel normally to tourism destinations with less active vacations mainly to the beaches like Mombasa, Seychelles for holiday but the fact that beaches are usually crowded makes them uncomfortable during the honeymoon moments. It is therefore possible to try out something different as you chill and rest after hassling with the wedding preparations.

You can go gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest as you celebrate your honeymoon adventure! Gorilla Trekking takes you to the serene environment which is cool, cloudy and misty looking for the rare and endangered mountain gorillas within the impenetrable jungles of the tropical rain forest. Just the two of you can explain this romantic feeling of sitting for full hour with the mountain gorillas in Uganda’s Bwindi National park and Mgahinga National park or Rwanda’s Volcanoes National Park. It is just an adorable moment.

On the day of gorilla trekking, you rise up for briefing before heading to the forest to begin searching for the gorillas which are quite mobile as they look for food. On the way, the birds keep singing romantic hymns of the jungle as if they know you are on honeymoon. Look at them as they search for what to eat, the other primates like the baboons, black and white colobus monkeys, vervet monkeys also keep entertaining you . The time moment you get to see the gorillas, you get excited to the extent of forgetting your past fatigue. Take just there photographs and get back to the lodge carrying only memories of this adventure.

The gorilla trek normally takes a few hours though some times if you are unlucky you can take a whole day looking for the giant mountain gorillas. There are also several possible options that you can take after the trek.

Your guide can take you to the Batwa land and experience their culture. The Batwa were the forest dwellers who were living with the mountain gorillas within Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. Families of the Batwa pygmies live close to Bwindi and therefore in case you still energy, you can take a walk to the Batwa land to enjoy the typical Africa moment with the local families. You will dance with the Batwa, learn about their norms and traditions, as well as have interesting performances that cover their authentic culture.

After the Batwa Experience, get back to your lodge for your overnight. It is quite a short moment but very memorable to couples. Make it a point to carry some souvenirs with you because there are interesting wall hangings that will remind you of your moments in Africa.  Don’t miss this memorable moment.

Eat Well and Sleep Better in Hondarribia

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The Rio Bidasoa is a small hotel in Hondarribia ideal for those suffering from sensitive stomachs and allergies. Their ability to meet these needs is based on the gastronomical approach of their restaurant, Sugarri. This magnificent restaurant is run by Bixente Muñoz, a great chef always on the lookout for new sensations, innovative spins on traditional menu items earning a number of prizes in multiple pincho competitions. Bixente has been recognised in several international publications, including The New York Times.

The hotel boasts spacious, hypoallergenic rooms, decorated in a minimalist style. If you suffer from allergies, the Hotel Rio Bidasoa offers special “Green” rooms. The system implemented in “Green Rooms” includes:

  • A selection of rooms that satisfy the appropriate conditions needed to prevent the presence of allergens.
  • The Regular Removal of dead skin cells, dust mites, mould spores, animal dander and other allergens.
  • Appropriate settings for temperature and humidity, as well as other environmental conditions.
  • A reduced number of surfaces and objects that might collect dust.
  • Treatment of surfaces and objects with vacuum cleaners with HEPA filtres
  • The use of sheets, pillowcases, comforters and other objects with small pore sizes and suitable materials to avoid the presence of allergens.
  • The development of a guide to ideal hygienic practices to control allergens while cleaning the room, the sheets, pillowcases and comforters.
  • Ventilation of the rooms.
  • Control over the presence of animals.
  • Input pollen control.

This dual sensitivity to gastronomical and allergy sensitivities help make this location stand out as an authentic example of a responsible hotel.

Iceland: A Popular Wilderness Destination

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Today we bring you our most popular wilderness destination…ICELAND.

Below is an example of our 5 day Iceland Adventure.

Day 1: Drive directly to Reykjavík (45 min drive). Possibility of stopping in Blue Lagoon before going to Reykjavik. Blue Lagoon is located about 20 min away from the airport.

Day 2: Start your Iceland adventures with a drive up to the magnificent region of Snæfellsnes.
Snæfellsnes is a unique area with a variety of geological interests such as lava fields, volcanoes, glacier, mineral springs, beautifully formed rocks, yellow and black sand beaches as well as caves and very interesting bird colonies
The Snæfellsjökull glacier is one of the most picturesque mountains in Iceland, rising up 1450 meters from the middle of the Snæfellsnes peninsula this famous volcano is clearly visible more then 100 km away

Day 3: Today we’ll drive to ION hotel via Húsafell.
Head to Iceland’s second largest glacier, Langjökull “The Long Glacier”.
Board a special 8wheel drive monster truck that will take you to the glacier tunnel opening.
Ice Tunnel (40-50 min tour)
This three in one tour will enable you to explore: 1. around, 2. on and 3. within, the giant, 953sq/km glacier.You’ll journey to one of the world’s great wildernesses, perhaps the closest thing to the Ice Age.

Day 4: Visit Seljalandsfoss waterfall, where you can enjoy a truly unique viewpoint by walking behind the curtain of thundering water. This can be tricky in winter time if it’s icy outside- nevertheless the waterfall is very picturesque and worth the stop.
You’ll also visit the nearby Skógafoss waterfall with its seductive scenery and legend of hidden gold. Continue along Iceland’s South Coast reveals majestic mountains and a masterpiece of volcanic scenery with the highly active Hekla volcano looming in the clouds along with the glistening Eyjafjalljökull, erupted in 2010 and Mýrdalsjökull glacier which conceals the fiery secrets of Katla volcano underneath

Day 5: Of all the spectacular nature that resides in Iceland there are three ‘must-see’ highlights that are easily experienced in one day. Thingvellir National Park tremendous geological interest. A short ride across fertile farmlands in the south reveal the breathtaking Gullfoss ‘Golden’ Waterfalls where traversing a narrow path (UNESCO) is Iceland’s greatest historical site and a place of provides close-up views of the thundering waterfall below. Only a few minutes away is the Geysir geothermal area where hot springs are in abundance, geysers explode and pools of mud bubble.

Top 10 Things to Do in Uganda

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Uganda is the pearl of Africa. This beautiful East African country is endowed with a lot of amazing things; food, birds,  gorillas and more. There are lots of amazing places to visit on a safari in Uganda including Kampala, Lake Victoria, Murchison Falls National Park, Queen Elizabeth National Park, River Nile! There are lots of things to do in Uganda. Here are the most popular 10 adventures that you will enjoy in Uganda, the Pearl of Africa.

Go Birding in Uganda

Birds, birds, birds. I LOVE BIRDS! And Uganda has more than 1000 species: pretty, beautiful, stunning, huge, noisy, elegant, comical, graceful, they’re all here.

Wildlife Safaris

Elephants brought me to Uganda. (Yeah I know, most people would just get on a plane!)

Go Gorilla Trekking

Uganda is one of the only three countries in the world that host the endangered mountain gorillas. You can enjoy a gorilla trek through the tropical rain forest and the Uganda’s Gentle Giants within Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and Mgahinga Gorilla National Park. A gorilla permit goes for US$700 per person [per trek] and during the off-peak season, there are discounted prices of up to USD450 per person.

Adventures in Jinja

Jinja, Source of the Nile, interesting colonial architecture, a market that is less congested than Kampala’s – and location for some memorable weekends at Nile River Camp.

Raft the Mighty River Nile

The River Nile in Jinja is quite a big deal for Uganda visitors – “Bring it on!” I screamed on my first Grade 5 white water rafting expedition. Second time around, I invited a friend to take my place; third time rafting, and I bailed out as the biggest rapids approached! Feeling nervous, learning to trust your guide, screaming with laughter as you successfully (or not!) negotiate the rapids, you’ll certainly never forget a day on the Nile.

Cruises Along Lake Victoria

Lake Victoria – The world’s second largest freshwater lake – and the largest on the African continent – is where we taught our dogs to swim. Even as my feet crunched onto the tiny snails on the lake bed, I seem to have so far avoided Bilharzia! Can dogs catch it too?

Search for the Tree Climbing Lions

The search for the famed tree climbing lions in the Ishasha Sector is quite a breathtaking adventure – and a lot bigger in real life!

First Timers Travelers Guide to Uganda

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Uganda is a landlocked country situated across the equator in East Africa. Due to its geographical location, Uganda has a tropical climate, with dry and rain seasons in a year. North eastern parts, Karamoja region experiences dry spells in its semi-arid Kidepo valley national park the true African wilderness.

What to Expect on Your Visit

In the western region where the altitudes are high, cold weather and high amounts of rainfall are expected due to tropical rain forests such as Bwindi impenetrable forest national park and the large amounts of snow on the peaks of Ruwenzori Mountains.

Uganda is a country of diverse wildlife and culture and is commonly referred to as the pearl of Africa. In the travel media, Uganda is well known for its mountain gorillas and most visitors would travel to this beautiful country mainly for gorilla tracking experience. There are 10 national parks and 13 wildlife reserves protecting diverse wildlife including more than 1000 species of birds and big 5 mammals. There are also interesting geographical points such as the official source of the Nile the world’s longest river and Lake Victoria the largest fresh water lake with tropical islands.

Beyond the wildlife and natural beauty, the people of Uganda are very friendly and welcoming and their country is politically safe and secure for travelers. You can obtain visa on arrival at Entebbe international airport given you have your documents, apply online or at Uganda diplomatic embassy, thus traveling to Uganda is hustle free. The capital city Kampala is located 40 km away from the airport.

When traveling to Uganda for the first time, you need an understanding of what to expect on a trip. You could land on information that’s little confusing about the political situation. But if dealing with the right kind of tour operators, your research will pay off. And you will arrive in Uganda aware of the culture, common words in local language and the nature of transportation.

How to book your safari to Uganda

If you are planning for a safari to Uganda, you can book your trip with a recognized tour operator or travel agent. Make sure that the agent you intend to deal with is registered and recognized. There are many tour companies in Uganda and you need only one that is trust worthy for you to deal with. In most cases, they have cars for hire to help you connect to your dream destination.

How to get to Uganda

When you think of a trip to Uganda, no need for you to worry because there are international and regional flights to help you get to magical country. The notable airlines for you to use include Brussels, Kenya Airways, British airways, KLM and many more. There are also other means of transportation in Uganda including regional coaches/buses to help you get to the pearl of Africa. You will need a valid passport and visa to get to Uganda. To get to the parks of your choice, there are many car rentals for you to help you reach to your dream destination and usually they come with professional driver guides.

Best time to visit Uganda

Uganda can be visited at any time of year. However, when planning for your safari, take note of the dry and wet season. The dry season is usually regarded as the best time for one to visit this magical destination and it starts from June to September and December to February. The wet season on the other hand is ideal on its own way especially for birders. This usually starts from March to May and from October to November.

What to pack for a safari to Uganda

For a successful road trip in Uganda, you to pack appropriately. Depending on what your travel needs are, for visitors on gorilla safari, the key items not to miss out in your packing list include long sleeved shirts or t-shirt, hat, camera with no flash light, sweater, waterproof hiking boots, water, energy giving snacks, rain jacket or poncho a mention but a few.

Visitor safety

Uganda like other states in the world isn’t 100 percent safe and normally, safety starts with you. Avoid walking at night alone or in dark corners within the city. In case of any need to eat something, avoid street food. There are many good restaurants or hotels for you to have food-this is just for your health as most of these street food may not be of high standard when it comes to hygiene.

Survival tips for first time travelers

Don’t show off your valuables such as money, smartphones, computers or cameras. Keep all your belongings and don’t leave them un attended in public places.

Carry cash in dollars and local currency Uganda shillings because payments in local markets, craft shops are made both in cash but credit cards are also use in lodges and hotels.

Accommodation

There are different types of accommodation in Uganda. In Kampala and around Entebbe town there are a variety of accommodations ranging from budget friendly hotels, mid-range and deluxe to luxury hotels.

In and around Uganda national parks, accommodations are unique. There are lodges, tented camps with traditional style such as grass thatched lodges, home stays which offer a taste of Uganda culture. Most accommodations provide free Wi-Fi in the main lounge but rarely in rooms. For those who prefer low cost accommodations, there are also guest houses.

The service level and amenities are different depending on the type of the accommodation. Generally amenities provided in rooms include drinking mineral water, sandals, bathing soap, bath tabs services. Personal items like tooth brushes are not provided.

For a more information about exploring the country, read the detailed Guide to Uganda, a one-stop travel guide to help you plan a perfect holiday to the Pearl of Africa.

5 Incredible Wildlife Experiences Not to Miss in Africa

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The African continent is one of the best places to see wildlife in its natural habitats. With some of the best kept national parks and wildlife reserves, there are lots of wildlife experiences that you cannot miss if you are a wildlife lover! From the popular wildebeest migration to unrated gorilla trekking in the Virunga Forests, there are several wildlife experiences that do not miss on the bucket list of most safari goers! Here are 5 wildlife safaris that will force you to go on an African safari;

Trek to Spot Mountain Gorillas in the Wild

Mountain gorillas are our second closest living relatives! Sharing a lot of human DNA, looking into the pensive eyes of these distant cousins is one of the best wildlife experiences. While on a gorilla trek, you will see the mighty King Kong and meet them right in their natural habitat. This is an experience that will never fade from your memory and you will never forget.

There are just a thousand mountain gorillas left in the world. These great apes are located in only three countries. These great apes are protected in four well protected national parks and these are the only locations where you can do this awe-inspiring trek: Mgahinga Gorilla National Park, Bwindi Impenetrable Forest in Uganda, Volcanoes National Park in Rwanda, and Virunga National Park in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

Though a gorilla safari does not come at a cheap price, it is the most popular adventure that travelers seek from Uganda and Rwanda. A gorilla permit costs US$1500 in Rwanda, US$600 in Uganda, and US$400 in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The chance to meet the gorillas up close is a life-changing activity that you should not miss.

 

The Great Wildebeest Migration

Never ever miss the Wildebeest Migration in Kenya and Tanzania! The annual wildebeest migration is one of the unique wildlife safari experiences that you should not miss in Africa. This natural phenomenon occurs in two reknowned national parks; the Serengeti National Park of Rwanda and Masai Mara National Park of Kenya.

Walk With Lions

Walking with lions definitely belongs to one of the craziest encounters you can imagine. There are two major places in the world where you can walk with Lions on an African Safari; Mauritius and Zimbabwe.

Trek with Rhinos in Uganda

After Uganda was struck by the Bush War a few decades ago, rhinos completely vanished from the country. In efforts to bring these fascinating animals back to their homeland, rhinos from zoos all across the world were brought into Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary in 2005.

Spread across seven thousand hectares of land, the sanctuary is home to the only wild rhinos in Uganda. The sanctuary is so big that it resembles their natural habitat and visitors have to trek with rangers for several kilometers in the bush before being able to spot them.

Why is the Chernobyl Tour Becoming More and more Popular?

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Was Tour to Chernobyl Zone so popular before the release of the HBO series? Of course yes, but not as much as after. Tour operators asked their tourists about the motives of the trip, and some have already answered that they booked a Chernobyl tour after watching the trailer for the series.

What motivates everyone to visit Chernobyl? First of all, this is an interest in something unusual and forbidden. Some people visit this place to get adrenaline. Although, this is not entirely correct. The purpose of the tour to Chernobyl zone is to show people what a ‘peaceful atom’ can create in its incorrect human use.

Who wants to go to Chernobyl? Firstly, people who want to see with their own eyes the consequences of the largest nuclear disaster in history, and what is happening at the station now. Secondly, those who want to see how people lived in the Soviet Union. And, finally, tourists whose goal is simply to say: ‘I was here’ and to show off to friends on Instagram photos with the sarcophagus in the background.

What danger awaits tourists in the restricted area?

Now it is quite safe in the zone. If you do not live there permanently, do not eat food grown on this land, do not climb trees and do not touch any piece of iron, everything will be in order. The level of radiation that a person receives there per day is about the same as if you go to a fluorography. So questions like ‘Can you go to Chernobyl?’ go into the distant past.

The sarcophagus is shown to tourists quite close – the observation deck is located 200 m away, which is quite safe. Dangerous during Chernobyl tour can be:

  • It is dangerous to go to the Belarusian forests, in the direction where the wind was blowing after the accident. Since no one brought echelons of land there, they did not concretize, and it is clear that there are areas heavily contaminated with radiation.
  • Gradual destruction of buildings. And if at the time of destruction, you are in a brick building with reinforced concrete floors, there is practically no chance of surviving. That is why now it’s forbidden for tourists to go into some buildings.

‘Trips to Chernobyl’ agency offers many kinds of tours, which range from the private to group tours, from the one-day tour to 5-days tour. Chernobyl tours cost from 35 euros. It’s up to you to decide whether it’s expensive or not. But it is impossible to decide without visiting it. Ukrainian Chernobyl tour evokes an apocalyptic atmosphere that causes fear and further interest at the same time.

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