The Equator in Uganda Uganda has a special place where the equator crosses, splitting the world into two halves. This imaginary line marks the boundary between the northern and southern hemispheres. Kayabwe, just 70 kilometers from Kampala city, is where you can find this iconic spot. It’s a popular...
Bungee Jumping in Jinja, Uganda: A Super Exciting Adventure Jumping into the River Nile: A Really Cool Experience Bungee jumping in Jinja, Uganda, is super exciting. You jump from a bridge into the River Nile. Jinja is known for being the adventure capital of East Africa. It has lots...
Fishing in Uganda Fishing in Uganda is a big deal. People fish in lakes and rivers for money and fun. There are many places to fish like Lake Victoria, Lake Kyoga, River Nile, and more. Some people even have ponds to get more fish. People use modern gear to...
The Rwenzori Mountains The Rwenzori mountains, found on the border between Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), offer an adventure unlike any other. This range, often referred to as the Mountains of the Moon by Claudius Ptolemy, boasts stunning landscapes and the opportunity to conquer Africa’s third-highest...
Major Threats to Mountain Gorillas Habitat Loss Mountain Gorillas are facing a significant threat due to habitat loss. Their homes, which include mountainous forests, tropical montane cloud forests, and bamboo forests, are being modified for human settlements, wood extraction, and agricultural purposes. Commercial logging, subsistence agriculture driven by poverty,...
Attractions in Rwanda Even without gorillas, Rwanda is a stunning destination. Rwanda is called the “Land of a Thousand Hills” because it has many beautiful landscapes. It has stunning Virunga Mountains, lush tropical rainforests, vast savanna grasslands, and scenic water bodies like Lake Kivu, Kagera River, and Lake Ihema....
Luxury Safaris in Rwanda Gorilla trekking: On luxury safaris in Rwanda, the most exciting part is gorilla trekking. You get to see mountain gorillas in their natural homes at Volcanoes National Park. The groups are small, and you only spend a short time with the gorillas to not bother...
Facts About Silverback Gorillas Silver back gorillas are big primates. They’re closest to humans after bonobos and chimpanzees. Their DNA is almost the same as humans, about 98%. Gorillas live in the forests of East, Central, and Western Africa. There are two main types of gorillas: eastern and western....
The Great Migration in Africa: River Crossings, Routes, and Calving Period The Great Migration in Africa is when many wildebeest move in a circle between the Serengeti National Park and the Maasai Mara National Reserve in Kenya. About 1.5 million wildebeest go along with 200,000 zebras, 400,000 Thomson’s gazelle,...
Self-Driving Safaris: Explained In the heart of wild places, self-drive safaris let you explore Africa’s nature your way. This guide covers the perks, packing tips, and ways to spot wildlife. Whether you’re new or a pro at safaris, this guide helps you start your adventure with confidence. Perks of...