The Maasai Beadwork: The Maasai of whom most are still living in Kenya are famous for their colorful costumes, customs and lifestyle. Of all such manifestations, the most popular and vibrant are, undoubtedly, beads. That is why Maasai beadwork has more than simply an ornamental and aesthetic function: these patterns and bright colors are symbolic and the beads have a number of social uses. Maasai beadwork is an ornament, which emphasizes belonging to the specific tribe and status, as well …
Coffee Tours of the Rwenzori Mountains in Uganda: Uganda’s Rwenzori Mountains rise in the region’s core, these mountains are famous for their peaks and beautiful scenery, in addition to their famous history as a producer of top-quality coffee. Also known as the ‘Rwenzori’ the range is perfectly suited to the production of some of the world’s finest Arabica coffee. A coffee tour is one of the best ways through which one can explore this region, learn about the production of …
Exploring the Markets of Kigali: Kigali is Rwanda’s populated, vibrant, and cultural city that throbs with activity. Walking around this very active city there is nothing that captures the very spirit of Rwandan life as its markets. Whether you’re buying fruits and other foods, textiles, or locally made souvenirs, the markets of Kigali are a great way to see the people of Rwanda and the craftsmanship of Rwandans. Following is a brief description of some of the best markets in Kigali, …
1 Day Volcanoes National Park Safari: Volcanoes National Park is famous for housing half of the world’s remaining mountain gorillas but making your way to the park will ensure you have the most memorable safari experience in Rwanda because the park has a number of hidden gems that can be seen when you embark on the different activities in the wild. Some of the notable attractions that can be seen include the different bird species like; … a number of …
For any traveler interested in having the best safari experience in Kenya, participating in this 1 day Maasai Mara National Park safari will give you the most notable safari experience watching the different wildlife species in their natural habitat. For this 1 day Maasai Mara National Park safari, you will start as early as 4:30 am where you will be picked up from a location of your choice in Nairobi city. Our guide will pick you up and give you …
Gombe Stream National Park is a national park in Kigoma District of Kigoma Region in Tanzania, its stretches about 16 km north of Kigoma, the capital and the nearest town to the park. Gombe Stream National Park was established in 1968, it is one of the smallest national parks in Tanzania. the park covers an area of approximately only 35 square kilometers of protected land along the hills of the eastern shore of Tanganyika – is an African Great Lakes, …
Gorilla Conservation Success in Rwanda: Rwanda, is a young, diverse and energetic country located in the great East African region and characterized by stunning hill chains entering the sky. Nevertheless, one of the most outstanding successes it has recorded in recent years is in the conservation of the mountain gorillas. This is not only a great success story of conservation but has not only helped save one of the world’s most endangered species but also turned Rwanda into one of …
The Historical Ruins of Gedi: On Kenya’s northern coast there is an interesting place – Gedi Ruins that shed light on the histories of East Africa. Sitting within proximity of the town of Gedi, to the south of the active town of Malindi, these ruins shed light on the people’s lives within the Swahili Coastal Strip. A former coastal town that was founded in the 12th century Gedi is now an archaeological and historical reserve. This article also seeks to …
The Formation of the Ngorongoro Crater: The Ngorongoro Crater is located in the central part of Tanzania’s Northern Highlands, and is without a doubt one of Africa’s greatest marvels. Known as the ‘Lost World,’ this site designated by UNESCO as a Natural Heritage Site is a perfect place to observe what the Earth looks like. The formation of the crater, the abundance of wildlife and the spectacular sceneries associated with the crater make it one of the places of interest …
Saadani National Park lies in Tanzania along the coast and it is one of the famous parks because it makes a bridge between the savannah and the Indian Ocean. Due to the combination of the coastal and the bushland, the environment is lively and has a full cover of wildlife and a beautiful cultural background. Depending on whether you are a nature lover, a beachgoer, or even a game freak, a visit to Saadani is something you will never forget. …
The Giraffe Centre in Kenya: Located in the aviary neighborhood of Nairobi- Kenya, the Giraffe Centre is a conservation and education facility whose mission is to increase the population of the endangered Rothschild giraffe. Laid out in 1979 by the African Fund for Endangered Wildlife (AFEW) the activities of this organization are in a bid to protect and propagate these marvelous creatures while also passing information about the same to the public. Everyone in and out of town has since …
Ngorongoro Conservation Area is a UNESCO World Heritage Site found in the Republic of Tanzania. It was established in 1959 covering approximately 3,200 square miles (8,300 square km) of vast expanses of craters, gorges, forests, lakes, rivers, streams, savanna grasslands and woodlands. The stunning combination of landscape and wildlife rivals those in neighboring Serengeti and the Maasai Mara National Reserve. The famous award-winning movie “Out of Africa” was partly filmed in Ngorongoro. The Ngorongoro Conservation Area is made up of …
