There are more than 1065 bird species all of which you certainly enjoy on a Uganda safari. Birding happens both in protected areas and in private areas. These birds are spotted in various places such as national parks, arid semi-desert, rich savannahs, lowland and montane rainforests, vast wetlands, volcanoes and an Afro-alpine zone. Uganda covers
Why Self Drive Trips Are Ideal for Family Holidays
As parents, the idea of traveling with your infant or toddler can feel like an overwhelming proposition. You don’t want to put your life on hold while you raise your little one, but, at the same time, you don’t want to take a trip that will be more of a headache than an enjoyable experience.
Uganda to Promote Convention in Tourism
UGANDA IN ADVANCE STAGES OF MICE STRATEGY AND POLICY FORMULATION Uganda tourism stakeholders gathered at the Kampala Serena Hotel on Friday (4th August 2017) in a consultative meeting on Uganda’s MICE Strategy and Policy. The creation of the Strategy and Policy has been led by the Ministry of Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities-Uganda with the guidance
Uganda to Promote Convention in Tourism
UGANDA IN ADVANCE STAGES OF MICE STRATEGY AND POLICY FORMULATION Uganda tourism stakeholders gathered at the Kampala Serena Hotel on Friday (4th August 2017) in a consultative meeting on Uganda’s MICE Strategy and Policy. The creation of the Strategy and Policy has been led by the Ministry of Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities-Uganda with the guidance
The Source of the Nile to be Developed into Tourism Site
The Source of the Nile is one of the unique treasures of Uganda. Located in Eastern Uganda, plans are underway to develop this heritage site into one of the best places to visit in Uganda. This was rrevelaed by Matia Kasaija, Uganda’s Minsiter of Finance. Speaking about achievements and expectations in the sector, Kasaija said
Uganda Registers More Tourism Earnings
Tourism receipts have overtaken the remittances by Ugandans who are working abroad as the country’s top export earner; says Bank of Uganda’s monetary policy statement. According to the reports from Uganda’s central bank, the tourism sector is ranking high among other sectors of the economy. Reports show that in the 2013/14 financial year, the sector
Uganda Donates Zebras and Bushbucks to Thailand
Uganda is in advanced stages of shipping two zebras and two bushbucks to Thailand following an offer by President Yoweri Museveni to the Government of Thailand. “It is a Presidential gift to Thailand and there is nothing wrong with it as long as the animals undergo quarantine,” said Tourism minister Maria Mutagamba. She added that
US Ambassador Launches Tourism for Biodiversity Program
The US ambassador to Uganda HE Scott DeLisi on March 14,2013 visited Murchison Falls National Park ad launched the USAID funded Tourism for Biodiversity Program implemented by African Wildlife Foundation.Below are his remarks he nmade at the launch held at Budongo Eco Lodge. What a pleasure it is to be here this afternoon. Not only
Uganda Set for IT Berlin Tourism Exhibition
Uganda will participate in the annual ITB Berlin 2013 Travel and Tourism Exhibition scheduled to take place from 6th to 10th March 2013 at Messe Berlin in Germany. The delegation from Uganda will be led by the Minister of Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities Hon. Maria Mutagamba. The delegation which includes both the Public and Private
Uganda Monitors Climate Change in Rwenzori Mountains
Tourists flock Uganda year in and year out appreciating the gifts that God gave our land. Flocking our nation to climb our mountains that they call virgin because they have survived the heavy pollution and litter that is a characteristic of the foreign peaks such as the Everest. When we think about the country’s tourist