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4 Days Safari To Kidepo Valley

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Kidepo Valley National park is in the Northeastern district of Kaabong bordering South Sudan and Kenya. Mount Morungule occupies the largest portion of land while the seasonal Kidepo River and Narus River flow across it. This 1,442 square kilometer park is in a semi-deserted land of the Karamojong and Ik people who are pastoralists and warriors, hunters and fruit gatherers respectively. Kidepo Valley National park was made a game reserve in 1958 when Uganda was still a British colony and established into a national park in 1962 at a time Uganda attained her Independence. The park’s wildlife attractions are giraffes, buffalos, lions, elephants, leopards and bush pigs among others together with an estimated 475 species of birds. Tristar Africa Skimmer Safaris has been organizing wildlife safaris to various parks in Uganda assigning a professional tour guide along with a comfortable 4x4 safari car for the trip. If you plan on visiting Uganda and would love to book a safari to Kidepo
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What Makes The Safari Van The Best Group Van In Uganda

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Traveling alone or as a couple might offer you all the privacy and also cut your expenditure but all the fun and adventure comes to life when you decide to travel as a small group. It could be a family, group of friends or  workmates , you cab be guaranteed you will get an amazing adventure to whichever destination you plan to visit. The company ensures you don't get bored and also gives you a sense of security that comes with comfort. Uganda like any other destination has various attractions ideal for group tours but before you make the itinerary, you have to make a decision on the types of rental car you will be using. There are various group vehicles that accommodate between 8 to 24 passengers including the Minivans, Safari land cruiser, Super custom and Coaster buses but we present to some of the reasons why you you should rent a safari van in Uganda as the holiday car for your group vacation. Space -   The number of people a vehicle can accommodate is a very important
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Location: Kampala, Uganda
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11 Lions Found Dead In Queen Elizabeth National Park

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On Friday 13 April 2018, UWA guides found a pack of 11 lions including 8 cubs dead at the Hamukungu fishing village in Queen Elizabeth national park, one of Uganda's most popular national parks. Investigations by UWA specialists suggest that the lions might have been poisoned by the locals who have one it before in May 2010 when five lions were poisoned. The locals at the fishing village do this hideous deed as a way of trying to defend themselves and scare away the lions but it is not legal and it is punishable by the law, any one caught involved in the action shuold face a prison sentence.  This news has shocked the Uganda tourism industry as well as conservations across the world. We will keep you informed of the latest findings as investigations go on in the Queen Elizabeth national park.
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How To Choose The Ideal Uganda Safari Destination

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So have finally decided that the next vacation in Africa is going to be a Uganda safari adventure; that's a great choice but what next ? Uganda is a destination filled with a variety of attractions spread across all corners of the country hence making the right choice for your safari in Uganda can get a little bit more complicated especially if it's your first time in the country. The best solution is always to contact a tour agency and let the reservations team help you craft an itinerary and advice on the best places to visit.   In the meantime , we at Tristar Africa Skimmer Safaris have put together a short article to help you make the right choice when picking a safari destination to visit in Uganda. Best Time To Travel - Uganda's rainy season starts mid-March to May while the peak months of June, August, July & September are the best times to explore Uganda. December , January and February and October are also good months to visit with only a few rain sho
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5 Characteristics Of A Proffessional Ugandan Driver

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A Chauffeur is a personal driver hired to transfer a client from one destination to another at a fixed or negotiable price. Your whole road trip can be a success or ruined given who you choose to be your personal guide. Before you decide to hire a driver in Uganda for   a guided safari, city tour, business or leisure vacation, you need to take notice of the level of professionalism before you finalize with the booking.  Professionalism is ranked along many lines and below we at Tristar Africa Skimmer Safaris have listed the top 5 characteristics to look out for when choosing a local Uganda driver.  Valid Driving Permit – Book a driver with an updated driver’s permit to avoid falling victim of traffic officer fines.   First make sure you check the   validity of the permit before embarking on the road trip.  Driving School – Get into the drivers background and learn if he/ she has attended and graduated from a driving school. A well trained driver is well informe
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Kiira Electronic Vehicle Boosted By Government Support

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The Kiira Electronic Vehicle has been dubbed one of the best inventions in Uganda and ever since it's first introduction back in 2011, various investors have come up to see to it that the dream comes to fruition and the latest being the Ugandan government who recently allocated over 120 billin shillings into the Kiira EV project. Read more about Kiira Electronic Vehicle project  on the Tristar Africa Skimmer Safaris Blog. We will keep you updated with th elatest news and
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Top 4 Activities To Do When on Safari In Uganda

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Uganda is a ranked among the top safari destinations in Africa and this can be attributed to the country’s vast tourist attractions, cheap accommodation, reliable transport and communication system. Whether you yearn for a guided tour around Kampala, national park or prefer visiting a popular night club, beach or any other entertainment venue within the city or the outskirts, you will be blown away by the number of activities you, your friends and family can be part of on your safari in Uganda during both the dry and wet season. Below are 4 interesting things to add to your bucket list when  you visit Uganda this season. Tour the city – Get chance to learn about Kampala’s history and way of life of the locals on a guided tour around town. Uganda’s capital city is home to a variety of popular tourist attractions that depict the country’s rich history, culture and political environment. Whichever destination you will be visiting, it’s wise to travel with a profes
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Location: Kampala, Uganda
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