Behind the Scenes

Offering Unique Insights

  • Mountain Gorilla Conservation

    MOUNTAIN GORILLA CONSERVATION

    • 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.

  • Big Five Conservation Initiatives

    BIG FIVE CONSERVATION INITIATIVES

    • 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.

  • Endangered Wildfire Sanctuaries

    ENDANGERED WILDLIFE SANCTUARIES

    • 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.

  • Educational Community Experiences

    AUTHENTIC EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCES

    • 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.

  • East African History, Customs and Traditions

    HISTORY, CUSTOMS AND TRADITIONS

    • 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.

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