Kidepo Valley National Park is the most remote park in Uganda. It sits in the far north-east, in the Karamoja region, wedged between South Sudan to the north and Kenya to the east. By road from Entebbe or Kampala it is a long, hard drive of ten to twelve hours, much of it on murram, […]
Entebbe to Murchison Falls Flight: Airstrips, Times, and Logistics
Murchison Falls National Park sits in north-western Uganda, roughly 305 km from Entebbe by road. The drive takes five to six hours in good conditions, and longer in the rainy season when the murram sections soften. A scheduled light aircraft flight from Entebbe or Kajjansi covers the same distance in about an hour, which makes […]
Kajjansi to Kihihi Flight Schedule: Times, Operators, and Booking
If you are flying into Bwindi from the Kampala side, the most likely departure point is Kajjansi Airfield, a small strip about 20 km south of the city centre on the Entebbe road. From there, the scheduled light aircraft service runs south-west to Kihihi Airstrip, the arrival point for the Buhoma and Ruhija sectors of […]
Kampala to Bwindi Flight: Airstrips, Schedules, and What to Expect
If you are short on time, or you simply do not want to spend two days of your itinerary on the road, flying is the fastest way to reach Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. A scheduled light aircraft flight from Entebbe or Kajjansi gets you to the edge of the forest in under two hours, leaving […]
How Long From Kampala to Bwindi by Road? 2026 Guide
If you’re planning a gorilla trekking trip, the first question is almost always the same: how long does it actually take to get from kampala to Bwindi by road? The short answer is 8 to 10 hours of driving, covering roughly 480 to 530 kilometres from Kampala to the Bwindi trailheads — and most travellers […]
When Are Flights to Zimbabwe Cheapest from the UK?
When Are Flights to Zimbabwe Cheapest from the UK? Zimbabwe is an exciting destination for UK tourists who want to experience the wonders of Africa, including wildlife and local culture. From the Victoria Falls to the Hwange National Park, there is much to explore in this great country. However, the cost of getting to Zimbabwe […]
Uganda Wildlife Education Centre Entebbe: Visitor Guide
Last updated: October 2026. Opening hours, entry fees, and animal residents change — confirm current details with the Uganda Wildlife Education Centre before visiting. The Uganda Wildlife Education Centre (UWEC), also known as Entebbe Zoo, is a wildlife conservation and education facility on the shores of Lake Victoria in Entebbe, Uganda. It houses rescued, orphaned, […]
Murchison Falls Buligi Circuit Game Drive: What to Expect
Last updated: 2 October 2026. Park access, the Paraa ferry and road conditions are managed by UWA — confirm before you travel. Short answer: The Murchison Falls Buligi circuit game drive is the classic game drive route in the northern sector of Murchison Falls National Park, running across the open grassland between the Victoria Nile […]
Tree Climbing Lions Ishasha: Why They Climb and How to See Them
Last updated: 2 October 2026. Access, road conditions and park arrangements are managed by UWA — confirm before you travel. Short answer: Tree climbing lions Ishasha refers to the lions of the Ishasha sector in Queen Elizabeth National Park, southern Uganda, which regularly rest in the branches of large fig trees. It is one of […]
Rwenzori Central Circuit Trek: The Complete Guide
Last updated: 2 October 2026. Route conditions, hut arrangements and permit requirements are managed by UWA and licensed Rwenzori operators — confirm before you book. Short answer: The Rwenzori central circuit trek is the classic seven-day loop through the Rwenzori Mountains National Park in western Uganda, culminating in a summit attempt on Margherita Peak (roughly […]