Author: Samson Magezi

Group safaris to Queen Elizabeth National Park: The Park is one of Uganda’s oldest national parks located in the western part of Uganda. It was gazetted in 1952 as Kazinga National Park and in 1954 it was later changed to Queen Elizabeth National Park after the visit of Queen Elizabeth 11 of England. This park is one of the most visited in Uganda because of the so many attractions found

The Karamajong of Kidepo valley national park: Taking your safari to Kidepo valley national park could be the best way to spend time and learn about the Karamajong people. A visit to the community of the Karamajong gives you an opportunity to learn about their history, their way of living, and much more. The Karamajong are a Nilotic ethnic group of people living in the northeastern part of Uganda including

Kidepo valley national park is a bird watcher’s paradise with over 476 bird species to spot. With over 476 bird species some being endemic to the region and others rare, the area becomes one of the best for bird watching activities. Birds of Kidepo valley national park live in the trees, bushes, and wetlands around the park. The birds o of Kidepo valley national park range from the biggest to the

How many rhinos are in Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary: There are over 35 rhinos living in Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary the only home of white rhinos in Uganda. Over 35 white rhinos can be observed in different areas of Ziwa rhino sanctuary on a visit doing day to day activities like feeding, breastfeeding, and resting among others. Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary is a 70 sq. km piece of land in Nakasongola district purposely gazetted to protect white

Is golden monkey trekking in Mgahinga national park worth the money? Yes, golden monkey trekking is worth the money in Mgahinga national park. The fact that golden monkeys can only be found in Mgahinga national park in the whole of Uganda makes encountering them in their natural habitat worth the price. To see habituated golden monkeys in their natural habitats, tourists need a golden monkey trekking permit and entrance fee to Mgahinga national park. A golden monkey trekking permit costs $60 for foreign

Attractions in Ziwa rhino sanctuary are breath-taking natural wonders that have made Ziwa to be one of the best safari destinations to visit in Uganda. Attractions of Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary include white rhinos, mammals, primates, and birds. These attractions are found in a 70 sq. km piece of land covered with savannah and woodland type of vegetation.  Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary is located in Nakasongola district about 176 kilometers from Kenya. It was established in 2005

Things to do in Ziwa rhino sanctuary: Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary in Nakasongola district is a 70 sq. km piece of land gazetted to protect southern white rhinos. Ziwa was established in 2002 after the reintroduction of rhinos from Kenya. The sanctuary is the only place in Uganda where tourists can encounter white rhinos in their natural habitat. Uganda Wildlife Authority is working hand in hand with Ziwa Rhino and Wildlife

What is the cost of rhino tracking at Ziwa rhino tracking?: Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary is the only place in Uganda where tourists can encounter white rhinos. The protected area is found in Nakasongola district along Kampala Gulu highway. It was established in 2005 to protect rhinos which had been extinct in 1980 after the wars. Rhinos were reintroduced from Kenya and Florida and the ranch started with 6 white rhinos

Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary is currently the only place to observe southern white rhinos in Uganda. The 70 sq. km piece of land is located in Nakasongola district in Mukerenge village. Ziwa Rhino and Wildlife Ranch work hand in hand with the Uganda Wildlife Authority to protect the rhinos and different wildlife that find shelter in the protected piece of land. Uganda used to have white and black rhinos living in Kidepo valley

Shoebill watching in Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary: Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary is one of the birding destinations in Uganda where tourists are assured of seeing the rare Shoebill Stork. The sanctuary is located along Kampala Gulu highway in Nakasongola district, where it covers a total area of 70sq.km. Though Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary is famous for rhino tracking, it is as well a habitat for birdlife especially the Shoebill Stork along the marshes