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Lake Mburo National Park: Zebras, Walks and Horseback Safaris

Uganda’s zebra park, with eland, walking, cycling and horseback safaris and night drives: the perfect stop between Kampala and Bwindi.

25 September 2026 · 5 min read

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The Bat Cave of Maramagambo Forest: Bats, Pythons and the Hide

Thousands of fruit bats, the pythons that hunt them and a purpose-built viewing hide: how to visit Maramagambo’s famous cave safely.

25 September 2026 · 4 min read

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Lake Nkugute: Uganda’s Crater Lake Shaped Like Africa

A crater lake in Rubirizi said to look like a map of Africa, right on the road between Queen Elizabeth and Bwindi. Here’s how to stop and explore.

25 September 2026 · 4 min read

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Lake Bunyonyi Island Hopping: The Islands and Their Stories

Punishment Island, Bwama, Sharp’s Island and more: a guide to exploring Lake Bunyonyi by boat and canoe, and where to stay.

25 September 2026 · 4 min read

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Katonga Wildlife Reserve: Canoe Safaris and Sitatunga

Paddle through papyrus, walk wetland trails and look for the shy sitatunga in one of Uganda’s least-visited reserves.

25 September 2026 · 4 min read

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Gorilla Trekking in Uganda: What Happens on the Day

From the 7:30am briefing to your hour with the family: a step-by-step guide to gorilla trekking in Bwindi and Mgahinga.

24 September 2026 · 7 min read

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Chimpanzee Tracking in Uganda: Four Forests Compared

Kibale is the famous one, but it isn’t the only option. How Kibale, Budongo, Kyambura Gorge and Kalinzu compare.

24 September 2026 · 6 min read

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Chimpanzee Tracking in Kibale: What to Expect

Permit prices, how the day works, what to wear, and how to pair chimps with gorillas in one trip.

9 September 2026 · 5 min read