Travel Blog

On 2 December 2025, the United Kingdom’s Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) updated its travel guidance for Uganda. It officially lifted the advisory that previously warned against the “all but essential travel” to Queen Elizabeth National Park (QENP) and Semuliki National Park. This update now places both parks back within the UK’s standard advisory...Read More

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

Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) updates its national park entry fees periodically to reflect changing conservation demands and operational costs. In 2025, a revised fee schedule applies across all major national parks and protected areas, affecting both international and East African visitors. These entry fees influence the cost of safari itineraries, how tour operators structure packages,...Read More

What is Altitude Sickness, and how can it affect someone thinking of Gorilla Trekking?  Gorilla trekking remains one of the most sought-after experiences in East African tourism, particularly across Uganda, Rwanda, and the Democratic Republic of Congo. Trekkers access habitats located at elevations where changes in oxygen levels and air pressure can affect the human...Read More

Choosing the best safari lodge to stay during your visit is not a matter of personal taste alone. It is a decision that affects wildlife access, guide quality, daily logistics, and ultimately, the value of the entire safari investment. Safari lodges differ in function, design, and regulatory setting. Some operate within national parks, offering early...Read More

In recent years, a quiet shift has emerged within primate tourism. More people ask to stay longer, observe with patience, and witness without interruption. These intentions speak to something more considered; an interest in the natural rhythm of gorilla life as it unfolds without instruction. This article considers that shift. It examines why some visitors...Read More

World Gorilla Day is an internationally recognised observance held each year on September 24. It focuses global attention on gorilla conservation and the challenges surrounding it. The occasion aligns the interests of protected area managers, conservation scientists, tour operators, governments, and local communities in supporting the survival of all gorilla species. It is not an...Read More