Nyungwe National Park lies in the southwest of Rwanda, near the borders with Burundi and the Democratic Republic of Congo. The park is within the Albertine Rift, a branch of the East African Rift system. It spans approximately 1,019 square kilometers and includes parts of Nyamagabe and Rusizi districts. Its altitude ranges from 1,600 to...Read More

Every cross-border safari across East Africa begins long before you board a vehicle or aircraft. It starts at your desk, with documents. Travel documentation is the framework that enables lawful entry, internal transit, park access, medical preparedness, and financial risk coverage. Across Uganda, Kenya, Rwanda, and Tanzania, documentation policies vary, particularly in how they handle...Read More

Choosing a safari operator is a procurement decision that affects financial risk, safety, ethical impact, and the quality of the experience. Across Africa, over 8,000 licensed safari companies compete in the market, each with varying structures, resources, and regulatory obligations. Some are fully registered operators with fleet ownership, staff training protocols, and direct access to...Read More

There are numerous mistakes prospective trekkers make when applying for gorilla trekking permits, and below we address them. A gorilla trekking permit is an official document that grants a person access to one habituated gorilla group for one day under tightly regulated conditions. It is issued only by recognised wildlife authorities. In Uganda, this responsibility...Read More