The Virunga Conservation Area (VCA) covers the Virunga National Park in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Mgahinga Gorilla National Park in southwestern Uganda and Volcanoes National Park in northwestern Rwanda. What is interesting about this area is that, they offer refuge to a number of incredible natural wonders which you can see on a
Best Routes for Self Drive in Mgahinga
Planning to visit Mgahinga National Park on a self-drive but you do not know which routes are best for you to take? Well, Mgahinga National Park sits suitably in southwestern Uganda, Kisoro district approximately 540 kilometers off Kampala capital city center. A road trip to this magnificent park may take you about 9-10 hours to
10 Interesting Questions About Mountain Gorillas
Viewing the rare mountain gorillas in their natural habitats is a life changing experience. There are however many questions about these endangered Apes all of which are vital for gorilla safari holidays. We have listed some of the frequently asked questions and answers about mountain gorillas; Where do the mountain gorillas stay? Only three destinations
How To Get The Best From Your Gorilla Trek in Uganda
Uganda is one of those few countries with the sought after huge primates the gorillas. Uganda has the subspecies of gorillas called the mountain gorillas. The mountain gorillas are the rarest species of gorillas in the world and these are only found in three countries that is Rwanda, Uganda and Democratic Republic of Congo but
Tip For A Successful Self Drive Safari To Mgahinga National Park
Tip For A Successful Self Drive Safari To Mgahinga National Park
2018-09-05T07:01:22+00:00
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Self-drive safaris are becoming popular activities for visitors with in Uganda. Despite of the many challenges that tourists face especially during first time driving in Uganda due to old cars, insecurity, poor and narrow roads, among others. Uganda has been one of the countries in Africa that have diverse bio-conservation areas offering various activities to
Is Gorilla Trekking Good For Conservation?
The most exciting and memorable part of an African safari is getting real up close to the animals in the wild. And when it comes to wildlife encounters, gorilla trekking is the most desired activity that every traveler would wish to experience. Trekking the gorillas involves a hike to the home of these critically endangered
Spreading the Wealth from Mountain Gorillas
Having mountain gorillas in your backyard can, in many ways, be seen as a curse. They occasionally raid the gardens you depend on and work so hard to cultivate. And each and every day you see foreigners coming and going and spending money that never seems to benefit your family. Now, though, people who live
Batwa – Cross-cutting Efforts to Integrate Historically Marginalized People
Batwa – Cross-cutting Efforts to Integrate Historically Marginalized People
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“To be marginalized” in a Rwandan society means that you don’t have access to opportunities as other members of your community, and that lack of equal opportunity persists from generation to generation. What it feels like, day-to-day, is that your children are not able to freely play with your neighbor’s children, or that you are
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