Experience the Real Africa With Uganda Rwanda Safari

Africa has always been a fascinating continent. There the duality of nature is at its sharpest: beauty that can take your breath away and beasts that could very well take your life away! Jokes aside, despite its harsh and unforgiving landscapes and steamy jungles, Africa has always captivated the imagination of people all over the world. This is where our ancestors originated, the very cradle of the human species.

So, despite all its troubles brewing out of poverty, political instability, wars and even genocide, tourism has been a flourishing industry in the continent. Destinations like South Africa, Egypt and Tanzania attract millions of tourists every year. They are also some of the most developed and accessible destinations for western tourists. But Africa is not just about these countries. There are destinations that are somewhat off the well trodden path, for the discerning tourist seeking that extra thrill of true adventure spiced with a hint of unpredictability.

Say hello to Uganda Rwanda Safari! This is the gorilla country we are talking about, one of the last abodes of those enigmatic simian cousins of us Homo sapiens: the mountain gorillas. Rwanda, Uganda and Congo are among the few places in the world where you can see these majestic beasts. A trek through the jungle to gorilla habitats is the star attraction among a slew of exciting things to do in these East African nations.

But make no mistake; these are places you don't want to be in without adequate preparation. Read the health advisories carefully. Not just regarding the vaccines and shots either. In places like South Africa, you can probably get away with not bringing your own medicines. Not so if you are planning for a Uganda Rwanda Safari. These two little east African nations are not exactly well known for having a well developed healthcare infrastructure.

Make it a point to learn about these countries, their cultures and histories. It will help your interactions with the locals. Although stable and relatively peaceful these days, both these nations were in the recent past torn apart by civil wars and genocide. There are several Genocide Memorials in Rwanda that are worth a visit to get a true sense of the enormity of human tragedy that took place there.

Uganda is also home to Lake Victoria, sometimes considered the source of the majestic Nile River. This offers exciting white water rafting and kayaking opportunities, considered to be some of the best in the world. There are several national parks, including the Queen Elizabeth National Park where safaris are the preferred activity. In Rwanda, Lake Kivu offers a serene scenic locale perfect for a relaxing, idyllic couple of days.

Uganda and Rwanda may not have the comfortable hospitality options that more mature tourist destinations like South Africa offers, but they are still eminently affordable and offer an experience quite unmatched to other typical tourism destination. If you plan to take a Uganda Rwanda Safari, plan your trip well and take a good look at the State dept. advisories for travelers. With basic measures, a trip to Uganda and Rwanda could well turn into a memorable trip to be cherished lifetime!