Uganda in February brings the last weeks of the dry season: firm forest trails, short savannah grass and calmer lodges. Here is the weather by region, 2027 permit costs and a route that works.
Bwindi vs Volcanoes National Park: Trade a Cheaper Permit for a Longer Drive, or Pay for Speed
Bwindi vs Volcanoes compared side by side: Uganda’s cheaper permits and wider choice of gorilla families against Rwanda’s short drive from Kigali, with costs, trek difficulty and a clear verdict.
A Gorilla Trekking Packing List That Copes With Mud, Nettles and Rain
A practical gorilla trekking packing list for Bwindi and Volcanoes National Park: what to wear, what goes in your daypack and what to leave at home.
Weighing Up Kenya vs Uganda Safari Options? Start With the Animals on Your List
A Kenya vs Uganda safari comes down to big cats and the migration in Kenya, or gorillas and chimpanzees in Uganda. Here is how the two compare on wildlife, seasons, costs and travel.
Uganda in January: Dry Forest Trails, Busy Permits and Hot Savannah Days
Uganda in January is dry-season prime time for gorilla and chimp trekking and savannah game drives. Here is the weather by region, current permit fees and two sample routes.
Chimpanzee Trekking in Kibale: Permits, Costs and Best Time
Chimpanzee trekking in Kibale, Uganda: what the trek is like, permit costs and upcoming changes, tracking vs habituation, the best months and how to get there.
East Africa Tourist Visa: Cost, Rules and How to Apply
The East Africa tourist visa covers Kenya, Uganda and Rwanda for US$100 and 90 days. Here is how to apply, the rules that catch travellers out and when separate visas cost less.
Bwindi Gorilla Trekking: Permits, Sectors, Costs and Tips
Bwindi gorilla trekking in Uganda costs US$800 per permit and runs year-round across four sectors. Here is how to choose a sector, when to go, what it costs and how to get there.
Golden Monkey Trekking in Rwanda: Permits, Costs and What to Expect
Everything you need for golden monkey trekking in Rwanda’s Volcanoes National Park: verified permit rates, the 07:00 start at Kinigi, the best season, realistic costs and how to pair it with gorillas.