Tourism is one of my favourite topics as EU Ambassador to Uganda. Together with coffee, renewable energy, and some others, it has very positive connotations—and also synergies. Who cannot be happy when you think of tourism? It creates jobs, which is one of the priorities in the EU-Uganda partnership. My claim to fame here is that I am both a tourist, a host and a development partner. As a diplomat in a country, you are a bit of a tourist, and you understand what tourists want. I see myself a bit like a mirror for you, to reflect with and…
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Uganda tourism Board (UTB) has come out and dismissed what they termed as false and innacurate, the claims by Uganda Tourism Association (UTA) regarding the development process and the launch of Uganda tourism destination brand. In a parallel press statement, released yesterday January 19, 2022, UTA alleges that the association was not engaged and consulted during both the development of the brand as well as the organisation of the event leading to the launch. In response, UTB has released a statement explain the circumstances surrounding the controversial situation. Below is the full statement by Uganda Tourism Board UGANDA’S HIGHLY-ANTICIPATED DESTINATION…
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Every new day is a reason to celebrate and enjoy yourself; and where else can you have an unforgettable experience than at Nkuringo Bwindi Gorilla Lodge, a safari lodge located 2161 meters (7,087 feet) high on Nteko Ridge overlooking the beautiful swath of the World-renowned Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. The ridge provides a superb vantage across the Kashasha River Valley to the forested hill known as ‘Nkuringo’ and the surrounding swathe of trees of Bwindi Forest. The Nkuringo section of forest is home to the three Mountain Gorilla families, from where the Lodge provides a prime access point to the start…
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Trackers Safari Lodge Bwindi, a new and beautifully built high-end luxury property located on a hilltop overlooking the famous Bwindi Impenetrable Forest in Buhoma is a destination you wouldn’t want to miss to experience. This only four minutes’ drive away to the gorilla tracking briefing offers the best services with the rates on full board including four course menu, local beers, cask wines, local gin, laundry services, swimming and spar facilities among others, high shelf wines and spirits extra. Bwindi National Park activities such as; primate viewing, bird watching and local community tours can be easily done as day trips…
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State Minister for Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities Martin Mugarra Bahinduka, has vowed to address human – Wildlife conflicts. Mugarra made the promise during his just concluded his tour to Eastern Uganda. After the tour, the minister tweeted: “Concluded my three day tour of the communities sorrounding Queen Elizabeth and Kibale National Parks mainly Rubiriizi, Kasese and Kabarole Diatricts. Appreciate the interventions already in place by @ugwildlife and we promise to do more to better our relationship as @VisitUganda“ The tour comes on the heels of a 3-day tour in the Mt. Elgon Conservation Area meant to find lasting solutions to…
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The Association of Uganda Tour Operators has released a statement reassuring potential visitors to Uganda that security is table after the Tuesday twin bombings in Kampala. “With assurance from our security forces, we the Association of Uganda Tour Operators can confirm that the situation in Kampala particularly and Uganda in general, is calm, peaceful and security is stable. All means of transport, flight schedules including at Entebbe international Airport are operating normally. We are also happy to report that all tourist attractions across Uganda’s beautiful National parks and sites are operating normally. We look forward to welcoming you all to…
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By Beatrice Mujuni If there is at least one thing I am sure every Ugandan is proud of, it’s the beauty and uniqueness of our natural resources. But do we truly understand the value of these attractions beyond the marvel? Uganda is one of the top tourist destinations in the world. The ‘Lonely Planet’ named Uganda as the number one travel destination back in 2012. In 2013, Uganda was still ranked in the top 20 tourist destinations by the National Geographic. In 2019, CNN listed Uganda in the 25 most beautiful places in the world to visit. In Africa, Uganda…
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Do you wish a break-off the busy weekly work schedules and have some relaxation plus peace of mind in the most tranquil and inspiring home away from home setting with mind-blowing views from a wonderful lodge?… Kikonko Lodge has your back. This alluring safari lodge situated in the most pristine environment of the Albertine Rift valley region also offers beautiful scenic views of the top of the escarpment overlooking Lake Albert thrones as guests can also get enjoy beautiful, picturesque views of Lake Albert and the Blue Mountains of the Democratic Republic of Congo right on the Uganda and DRC…
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Brovad Sands Lodge Kalangala is known for being probably the best beach getaway on Bugala Island- the largest of the 83 islands in Lake Victoria, that make up Kalangala District. With a variety of rustic, yet tastefully finished and well-appointed rooms and suites —a family villa, a diplomatic suite and a variety of 33 en suite cottages in various configurations, there’s a choice for almost everyone. With other supporting amenities such as a swimming pool, spa, conference rooms and the ever-present breezy and scenic views of Lake Victoria, Brovad Sands Lodge presents travellers to Kalangala a blissful stay. To complement…
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John Hunwick, 73, the founder of Rwenzori Trekking Services (RTS), has been facilitating climbers to Mt. Rwenzori, since 2009. The company offers, a variety of trekking trips- one day (forest trek) to 10-day-4-peak trips to the top, that include Margherita Peak, Mt Speke, Mt Baker and Weismann’s Peak. We caught up with him for insights on the impact of Covid-19 on the tourism business and the post-Covid-19 future of the outdoor adventure sector as well as the opportunities therein. The tourism sector, here in Uganda and all over the world has been hit by the travel restrictions put in place…
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