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How Tourism Helps Gorilla Conservation in Rwanda: Rwanda being a destination reformed by what is famously known as the ‘land of a thousand hills,’ hosts the magnificent mountain gorillas. These gentle creatures have since assumed the image of wildlife tourism and conservation in the country. Currently, only three countries offer a home to the mountain gorillas and Rwanda is heavily investing in the sustainability of this species which is one of the reasons that tourism is such an important industry in …

Affordable Places to Visit on a Solo Trip to East Africa: East Africa is one of the most colorful and stunning destinations, which offers some of the finest views of landscapes and wildlife. Tanzania has the vast savannah of Serengeti, Mt Kilimanjaro, lazy beaches of Zanzibar and so much more. And although an East African safari trip looks and sounds like a dream which can cost a fortune a lot of tourists around the world find plenty of cheap options …

Tea Plantations in Rwanda: Rwanda has diverse sceneries that depict the ‘Land of a Thousand Hills’, has breathtaking views of Natural forests and Wildlife, but most interestingly they are famous for their tea gardens. Tea has not only become one of Rwanda’s major export crops but also a symbol of the country’s economic growth, and a tour of these plantations provides an enjoyable look at the process of tea making together with Rwandese traditions and picturesque landscape. This article will …

Guide to the Ethnographic Museum in Huye: Apart from scenic views and wildlife, Rwanda has the best cultural impression to other tourist destinations. The Ethnographic Museum in Huye is one of the best places to visit as it is an interesting place to learn about the country’s history, its culture, and traditions. This museum is located in the southern region of the country and provides people with both local and international tourists historical enlightenment. In this article, you will find …

Exploring Akagera National Park: Akagera National Park which is located in the eastern area is one of the least known parks of Rwanda but is one the best parks for savanna plains Game viewing. Stretching over 1,200/km2, it holds diverse wild animals and plants, so it is a perfect place for nature lovers and tourists who like active vacations. In this article I am going to share the overview of the Akagera National Park, the kinds of activities to be …

Bird Checklist for Mabira Forest in Uganda: Mabira forest is one of the largest forest in Uganda that one can visit to enjoy their experience in the wild. There are a number of different activities you can participate in Mabira forest like zip lining, nature walks, monkey trekking, and birding which are among the most memorable safari experiences that will give you access to over 200 bird species and it should be noted that the forest is one of the …

Bird Checklist for Zanzibar: To a number of travelers Zanzibar is famous as a destination holiday for travelers interested in spending time in the water but for travelers interested in the wildlife safaris in Tanzania, they can also visit a number of national parks and get to participate in a number of activities like birding in Zanzibar which will give you access to a number of different bird species like; Ducks: Anatidae 1 White-faced Whistling-Duck Dendrocygna viduata 2 Fulvous Whistling-Duck Dendrocygna …

Bird Checklist for Murchison Falls National Park: Murchison Falls National Park is famous for housing the world’s most powerful national parks and also being Uganda’s largest national park but making your way to the park, you will get to realize there a lot to watch in the park from the herbivores to the carnivores and the numerous bird species. Participating in birding in Murchison Falls National Park you will watch over 350 bird species among which include; Ducks: Anatidae 1 White-faced …

Akagera National Park Bird Checklist: Akagera National Park is famous for the big five animals in Rwanda that can be seen when you participate in the game drives in Akagera National Park. In the park, you can also participate in the boat cruise, the hot air balloon safaris in Akagera National Park, and many other activities in the wild. For travelers interested in birding in Akagera National Park, you will watch the endangered shoebill stork and some of the other bird …

Bird Checklist for Tarangire National Park Tarangire National Park should be on every traveler’s bucket list for travelers interested in their Tanzania safari. The safari will lead you to the 6th largest national park in Tanzania most popular for housing large herds of elephants and during the dry season over 250,000 animals enter the park hence making it the perfect destination for wildlife safaris in Tanzania. While participating in the safaris in Tarangire National Park, you will also have the …

Bird Checklist for Budongo National Park For a number of travelers, Budongo forest is famous for being the only stopover for chimpanzee trekking in Uganda while making your way to Murchison Falls National Park. While visiting Budongo forest you will watch a number of rewarding  attractions from the primates like the baboons, black and white colobus monkeys, and silver monkeys and you will also get the chance to watch a number of bird species for travelers interested in birding in …