Behind the Scenes

Go gorilla trekking with Rwandan and Ugandan conservationists, including those who worked with Dian Fossey in the 1970s and 80s.

Listen to presentations by renowned mountain gorilla conservation organisations.

Stay in lodges linked to organisations such as Save the Elephants and meet with their staff and conservationists.

Visit National Parks in East Africa including Akagera, to meet park management and learn about their conservation initiatives.

Visit wildlife sanctuaries in East Africa including Giraffe Centre, Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary, Ol Pejeta Conservancy, Reteti Elephant Sanctuary, Rubondo Chimpanzee Habituation, Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, and Ziwa Rhino & Wildlife Ranch.

Participate in organized activities, such as guided village walks and interactive workshops in Rwanda, Uganda, Kenya and Tanzania.

Engage in cultural exchanges and learn about sustainable livelihoods direct from the locals themselves.

Meet with East Africa’s indigenous people, and learn about the heritage of the Batwa, Maasai and Samburu.

Visit Kasubi Tombs in Uganda or the King’s Palaces in Rwanda to learn about the region’s royal life, history music and dance routines.