Known as ‘the land of a thousand hills’, Rwanda's vegetation ranges from dense equatorial forest in the north-west of the country to tropical savannah in the east. A lush and hilly country, approximately a third of the world’s remaining mountain gorillas live amongst the bamboo-covered slopes of the Virunga Mountains in Volcanoes National Park. Home to the ‘Big Five’, innovative conservation programs have been very successful, with wildlife numbers increasing yearly. Rwanda has 5 volcanoes, 23 lakes and several rivers, some forming the source of the River Nile.
Straddling the equator, Uganda is a small yet impressive landlocked country located in East Africa. Its landscape is characterised by great lakes, dense rainforest, waterfalls, dramatic mountains and thriving wildlife populations. Uganda is home to the source of the Nile River, the continent’s largest lake, Africa’s tallest mountain range, and fabulous national parks, which include the ‘Big Five’ and one of the highest concentration of primates on earth. Uganda is home to slightly less than half of the remaining mountain gorillas in the world.
Kenya boasts spectacular natural beauty in some of the most unspoiled places on earth. With over 50 national parks and reserves, safari enthusiasts can view some of the most spectacular wildlife, including the famous ‘Big Five’. The stunning and varied landscapes of tropical forests, white-sand beaches, deserts, mountains, wild bushes and savannahs combined with exceptional game viewing and a vibrant mix of colourful ancient cultures comprising over 40 different tribes, Kenya provides endless opportunities for visitors to this incredible country.
Tanzania is a land of rolling plains, dramatic mountain ranges, picturesque lakes and pristine white-sand beaches. Home to the 'Big Five', the impressive national parks and game reserves are teeming with animal and birdlife, making Tanzania a top safari destination. Beyond the incredible wildlife viewing, encounter local tribes and learn about their fascinating cultures and traditions, climb Mount Kilimanjaro, or dip beneath the waves of the Indian Ocean and explore the unspoiled coral reefs before relaxing on sun-drenched beaches.