Which National Park to Choose for Mountain Gorilla Tracking?
As we usually receive this question in the context of choosing between two Ugandan national parks, we shall begin here. Where to Track Gorillas in…
Frequently Asked Questions
A series of articles answering frequently asked questions about the Gorilla Highlands region of Rwanda, Uganda and DR Congo.
SABA Episode #4 — Driving in Queen Elizabeth NP & Why Is Africa Poor?
The fourth episode of our weekly SEE AFRICA BREATHE AFRICA podcast is, as always, preoccupied with the questions you send us. In the first segment,…
Should I Expect Very Basic Accommodation Facilities?
120mm, f/8.0, 1/250s, ISO250 Hotels in the Gorilla Highlands region range from cheap and very, very basic — though rarely dirty — to the kind…
Is It Right to Come with Gifts for Children?
No and yes and no. On the one hand, there is some serious danger that you will contribute to the culture of begging that can…
What Photography Gear Should I Pack for Rwanda, Uganda or DR Congo?
There are a dozen ways to answer this question, and it is obviously very subjective. What kind of equipment do you own? How important is…
Why is Akagera National Park So Expensive — And Where Does My Money Go?
OK, let’s talk about money … Safaris are probably not the cheapest holiday option. As well as your flights, accommodation, food and transport, you might…
Why Choose Uganda and Rwanda over Tanzania and Kenya?
70mm, f/8.0, 1/400s, ISO125 Every place has its charms and attractions, and Kenya and Tanzania certainly received their fair share. For sheer volume of large…
What to Pack for Rwanda, Uganda and the DRC?
This is a question that sounds just about right to open our new theme, Frequently Asked Questions … First, let us deal with the most…
How Safe is Rwanda, Uganda, DR Congo? (Wide-Eyed Review of Top Search Results)
We are getting straight to the nitty-gritty of our theme Staying Safe and Healthy, tackling the question of the actual safety of a region that include…
What Is Best Time to Visit Rwanda, Uganda and Eastern DRC? Experts Disagree!
“When is the best time to come?” is the question I have heard too many a time during my 20 years in the Gorilla Highlands.…