Like most of my friends, Jinja is my backyard. When the week goes well, you drive to Jinja. When the week ends on an epic low, you drive to Jinja. When the week was ordinary, still, you drive to Jinja. The myriad amusement … Continue reading DISCOVER TALENT ALONG THE NILE
To those as curious about the past as I am, often left behind by present trends, this post is for you! They call Africa the cradle of mankind, the birthplace of modern-day man and other catchy phrases and theories along with that. But … Continue reading CHEERS TO NYERO ROCK PAINTING
Welcome back! In the previous post I already mentioned how much I loved this place. So, with a grip so strong on my heart, it drew me back over the Christmas break, this time with family and they were ecstatic! Given the heavy … Continue reading THE MOUNTAINS OF MY HOME – SISIYI FALLS
When I travel with family to Mbale, I reside in my village, never in the town. However, when I travel for work, staying in town is the convenient choice. But when I travel with friends, nothing beats the camping options. A few years … Continue reading THE MOUNTAINS OF MY HOME – SISIYI CAMP SITE
“Simply travel home for Christmas. The view will be yours every time you step out of the house. Bumanye hill is there to see, but if you turn to the right, then the magnificent Wanale ridge of Mt. Elgon will be a sight … Continue reading THE MOUNTAINS OF MY HOME – BUMANYE HILL
I enjoyed my stay in Zambia. Each day faster than the last and packed with travel, both nearby and hundreds of kilometres away. We had no time to slow down despite the extreme October heat. I took countless litres of water, faithfully wore … Continue reading DOWN ON THE RIVER KAFUE
Livingstone. The nights were sticky, the days were hot. Turns out, this is the secret to getting Elephants on the move. For what seemed like a regular herd of elephants, turned out to be the largest I have seen in my sweet life. … Continue reading THE SMOKE THAT THUNDERS – VICTORIA FALLS
Zambia in October wasn’t the plan. The plan was to road trip from Uganda down south via Zambia. It would be the rainy season and the Victoria Falls would flow wildly over the stone walls, plunging hundreds of feet to forcefully hit the rocky bed … Continue reading THE JOURNEY TO VICTORIA FALLS
Food is a great way to experience a new place and a major highlight of any memorable holiday. In Diani, there are lots of opportunities to experience authentic Swahili cuisine. You can do this at local restaurants or in the comfort of your … Continue reading SOMETHING TO EAT – DIANI
Waking up in Diani – what good fortune! Each morning was a reminder of how beautiful life is. Coming from landlocked Uganda, pristine beaches are a thing of fantasy and I was smack in the middle of it. Swimming in the ocean was … Continue reading SOMETHING TO DO – DIANI
If a picture says 1000 words, then seeing the real thing is a chatter box affair. It causes an overwhelming rush of words that come to a sudden halt leaving you speechless! So, when my friends asked me to describe the coastal beauty, … Continue reading SOMETHING TO SEE – DIANI
Take countless holidays. Take long ones, take short ones. Travel far, travel near. Tour the towns and the countryside. Take one long holiday along the East African coast. Take it in Diani! There are countless ways to get to Diani and I chose … Continue reading DIANI RAHA
We need green spaces in Kampala! That’s all I could think of as I decided where to spend my Saturday afternoon. A green place to enjoy the freshness of tropical air and beautiful greenery in town. A safe space where I will not … Continue reading WINDING DOWN IN MUKONO
I originate from Mbale, a district in the far east of Uganda with a bustling town and astute people. The streets are filled with somewhat careless pedestrians trying to outrun the ambitious cyclists and impatient motorists. That’s not surprising as it is the … Continue reading THE MOUNTAINS OF MY HOME – MBALE
For the past months, I have enjoyed the city’s charm. Weekends at home by myself or with family. When I’m by myself its mostly movies/series watching binges, catching up with friends, hosting guests and occasionally sleeping in. Nothing worth mention in the presence … Continue reading KAAZI BEACH RESORT
Getting to Kagulu hill in Buyende district was pretty easy, google maps did it all. It was a smooth drive from Jinja town, my choice of lodging. Before driving to Kagulu, I enjoyed a cup of Kombi Koffee and a rolex to warm up … Continue reading COFFEE MORNINGS AND KAGULU HILL
“You walked four hours looking for a bird? Why!? Why!? Why!?” That’s the usual reaction I get when I share my Shoebill trekking experience. Although I am no bird watcher, it feels good to be ahead of the pack on this one. Shoebill … Continue reading FINDING SHOEBILLS
I knew you would be back. It’s hard to resist a 2.3 tonnes hug from a rhino. And yes, a male can grow that big, let me tell you all about it. Rhinos are still an endangered species not only in Uganda but … Continue reading RHINO TREKKING AT THE SANCTUARY
You know that sign post along the highway that leaves you curious? This was one of them. Although work took me there a few years back, it didn’t count because I never saw a Rhino. So, for as long as I drove past … Continue reading ZIWA RHINO SANCTUARY
The richness of Indian’s culture is no mystery to most travellers. It is in the allure of their richly coloured fabric accompanied by over the top make-up to amplify their natural beauty. When we talk exotic cuisines, theirs stands out as my favourite, birthed … Continue reading WHY I MUST RETURN TO INDIA
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