Kyambura gorge
Kyambula gorge is one of the most popular tourist draw in the part of Queen Elizabeth where a total of 24 chimpanzees are habituated. The gorge forms the border between Queen Elizabeth and the Kyambula wildlife reserve, a little visited tract of savanna notable known for its wildlife viewing than the water birds in particular the flamingo. It is also called the valley of apes which is approximately 1km across its broadest point and about 100 meters deep. The gorge is actually drained by river kayambura. The landscape
Golden monkey trekking in Rwanda
Golden monkey trekking is an exciting activity that offers an epic encounter with the rare and beautiful species of monkeys called the golden monkeys. As the name suggests, the monkeys have a striking golden fur coat, that add to their spritely character, are quite lovely to watch and offer excellent photography. The golden monkey trek is overshadowed by the popular gorilla trek, and is therefore best done as an add-on to the gorilla tour in Volcanoes National Park. These live in the bamboo forest and vegetation at the base
Congo Nile Trail
This 227km Congo Nile Trail that runs along the shores of Lake Kivu gives tourists a clear picture of why Rwanda is called the ‘land of a thousand hills’. The trail offers beautiful views of the Rift Valley escarpment, rolling terraced hills, and green coffee and tea plantations that represent Rwanda’s traditionally rural life and culture. It extends from Rubavu, continues through Rutsiro via the Karongi, Nyamasheke districts and ends at Rusizi district. The Congo- Nile trail is one of the newest developments which was officially opened at
The Woodland birds
As their name suggests, woodlands are found in the western edge of Europe. they are sometimes called the "Britain's temperate rain forest." Most of their tress are oaks, usually the durmast or sessile oak in Britain. They are closely grazed by sheep and other animals that the woods are very open beneath the trees. Grass and mosses cover the ground rather than shrubs. The resident bleeding birds of these beautiful woods such as blue tits, great tits, nuthatches and woodpeckers, are joined by a special trio of migrants from
Planning your honeymoon? Here’s what to do
A honeymoon is one of the most special days of your life. It’s this time that you actually get to spend some intimate time with your new spouse, making it just as special for both of you. To make it work well for you extensive planning is required. Whether you want a honeymoon safari or that one fully packed with activities and more relaxing, we at Terrain safaris are here to take the planning off your plate and do the leg work for you. Go with us for
The Semiliki Chimpanzees
Semiliki national park is one of Uganda’s oldest wildlife reserves. The reserve is home to a variety of large and small game, as well as a number of different primate species, including chimpanzees and different bird species. The views are amazing and spectacular ranging from the vast savannah grasslands, forests bordered by the Rwenzori Mountains of the moon, Lake Albert, Semiliki River and the Democratic Republic of Congo. Its diversity and the presence of the central African plants, trees, flowers and mammals, the hot springs makes it a
Nature walks in Uganda
Uganda is endowed with different forests and national parks where activities like nature walks can be done.Nature walks are more active ways to explore and appreciate nature, the landscapes and wildlife in national parks and forests. Mabira forest; Mabira Forest is 54km from Kampala and 20km from Jinja. Mabira Forest can be discovered via extensive trails. For the adventures and vigorous people, there is around 25km bike trail that links the forest to the nearby sugar and tea plantations. Several activities are carried out in the forest and these