We have always heard about the northern circuit in Uganda. However, most people actually do not know where the northern circuit of Uganda lies and what it entails in terms of tourist attractions and activities. For the tourism enthusiasts, the northern circuit is a must-visit if you want to have a complete Uganda safari. For […]

UWA Translocates 15 Rothschild Giraffes to Pian Upe Game Reserve With an aim of restoring Uganda’s wildlife and biological diversity, UWA has translocated 15 Rothschild giraffes to Pian Upe reserve in Nakapiripiriti district northeastern Uganda. The translocation was after 23 years of non-existent since 1996 when the last giraffe was seen in the reserve. Giraffes […]

Planning a Rwanda safari but wondering how you can visit Rwanda on a budget? Have you of recent been scared by the luxury standard of Rwanda tours? No worries, budget Rwanda safaris are absolutely possible if you plan it well. Whereas Rwanda is widely known as a luxury travel destination, the land of a thousand […]

Are you interested in gorilla habituation experience but have limited time? Are you flying to Rwanda and wondering whether you can do a gorilla habituation experience in Uganda within the shortest time possible? YES, you can possibly do a gorilla habituation experience in Rushaga sector of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National park starting and ending in […]

Uganda Ranked 7th African Country with Less Restrictions for Tourists Uganda is one of the less restricted travel destinations to visit in Africa. The 2019 hospitality report Africa recognized and ranked the pearl of Africa was as the 7th less restricted travel destination in Africa. Travelers from all parts of the world can therefore visit […]

Safari Lodges in Mgahinga Gorilla National Park On a Uganda gorilla tour to Mgahinga gorilla national park? Are you wondering where you can sleep in Mgahinga? No worries, Gorilla Trek Africa gives you a guide on lodging services in Mgahinga Gorilla national park to ensure your peaceful, comfortable, safe and enjoyable stay in this tropical […]

You may be wondering when is the right time to pick your gorilla permit from UWA Uganda or RBD Rwanda. On some occasions, inquisitive travelers have continually asked when they can access their gorilla permits after booking. We normally talk about how to book gorilla permits and when to reserve your gorilla trekking tickets leaving […]

Weather in Bwindi forest is one of the major concerns for travelers coming to trek gorillas in Uganda. Upcoming travelers frequently ask when is the best time to trek gorillas in Bwindi forest considering the difference in seasons. Bwindi is a tropical rain forest whose altitude ranges from 1,190 to 2,607 meters above sea level. […]

The historic mountain gorillas that were first monitored by Dian Fossey Dian Fossey, an American primatologist and conservationist undertook an extensive study of mountain gorillas in Rwanda from 1966 till she was murdered in 1985. She left behind many gorillas that she had groomed that went on to become great and influential in their groups […]

How mountain gorillas are named during “Kwita Izina” – the annual gorilla naming ceremony in Rwanda Since 2005, Rwanda has been organizing a gorilla-naming ceremony locally known as “Kwita Izina” in which the newborn mountain gorillas are given names. The event is always scheduled and celebrated in September every year and attended by hundreds of […]