Guide To Visiting Samburu National Reserve (Kenya)
Guide To Visiting Samburu Reserve As you leave the lush, fertile lands of Mount Kenya, you enter Samburu, a semi-arid region full of culture and tradition. Here, people, livestock, and wildlife walk side by side, sharing precious resources. The area is dotted with palm groves and coastal forests, creating a stunning backdrop in Samburu National […]
Mgahinga Gorilla National Park: Where Gold Meets Silver
Mgahinga Gorilla National Park About a century ago, there was a conflict between the Batwa Pygmies and the Buntu. The Buntu tried to drive the Batwa out of their land. To escape, the Batwa sought refuge in the Grama cave, which is now part of Mgahinga Gorilla National Park. However, the Batwa were removed from the […]
Guide To Ruaha National Park (Southern Tanzania)
Ruaha National Park Long ago, the first trade routes used by Arab caravans travelled through what is now Ruaha National Park in southern Tanzania, and later early European explorers followed the same paths. In the late 1800s, the celebrated Chief Mkwawa of the Hehe people resisted German attacks before eventually fleeing to the rocky outcrops […]
Guide To Visiting Kidepo Valley National Park (Uganda)
Kidepo Valley National Park Kidepo Valley National Park, Uganda’s third-largest, is a breathtaking wildlife haven, rich with diverse species and dramatic landscapes. Established as a game reserve in 1958 to protect its wildlife from hunting and poaching, Kidepo became a national park in 1962. However, Kidepo’s story hasn’t been without its challenges. From the 1970s to the […]
Guide To Visiting Pemba Island (Tanzania) Indian Ocean
Guide To Visiting Pemba Island Pemba Island, the lesser-known sibling of Unguja, Zanzibar‘s main island, is an undiscovered gem that deserves more recognition. While Unguja attracts far more visitors, Pemba remains a secret sanctuary, one of the last untouched corners of the world. Its appeal lies in this very seclusion, with a landscape that’s greener […]
A Guide To Visiting Mafia Island: Tanzania’s Indian Ocean
A Guide To Visiting Mafia Island Beautiful Mafia Island, also known as Whale Shark Island, is Tanzania’s best-kept secret. Lapped by the Indian Ocean off the south coast of Tanzania, this 394km2 Island attracts a fraction of the tourists who flock to its northern neighbor Zanzibar. However, if you’re seeking a peaceful beach retreat to […]
Why Lake Manyara National Park is Worth the Visit?
Lake Manyara National Park Lake Manyara National Park If you’re new to safaris in Tanzania, Lake Manyara National Park offers a perfect and easy introduction. The park’s wildlife viewing is truly rewarding, making it an ideal spot for first-timers. The drive from Arusha to Lake Manyara is short and comfortable, just 120 km or about […]
Lake Natron: A Hidden Gem for Adventurers in Tanzania
Lake Natron Lake Natron In Tanzania Are you the type of traveler who loves to venture off the beaten path, escaping the crowds and tackling rugged, dusty backroads? If so, Greenway Nature Tours Africa highly recommends a trip to Lake Natron in Tanzania. This remote destination offers stunning landscapes, breathtaking views, authentic Maasai Villages, and […]
Lake Mutanda: Adventure, Nature and Culture
Lake Mutanda Lake Mutanda Lake Mutanda is a beautiful, hidden spot, located in the same southwestern highlands that harbor Uganda’s mountain gorillas. Enclosed by steep, terraced hills and dotted with lush islands, this fairytale lake comprises a submerged river valley dammed naturally by lava flows from the Virunga Volcanoes. This impressive volcanic range spans across Uganda, […]
Chimpanzee Trekking In Budongo Forest
Chimpanzee Trekking In Budongo Forest Chimpanzee Trekking In Budongo Forest A 4–5-hour drive northwest of Uganda’s Capital, Budongo Forest ranks among Africa’s best and most underrated chimpanzee trekking destinations. Part of the large Murchison Falls Conservation Area, this huge (825km2) rainforest reserve is a place where biodiversity thrives and history whispers through the trees. The […]
