Musana Tours & Travel

30/10/2026

30/10/2026

Josie • travel & self-discovery
No doubt this is the right choice! You will have an amazing experience and it will matter

Sep 2026 • Solo
I was picked up in my hotel in Kigali (Rwanda) by Henry and Denis, and driven to Uganda through the Katuna border for the Gorilla tracking experience. I was traveling alone, and the agency took care of my gorilla permit, my hotel booking, my meals and every (private) transfer until I was dropped off back in Kigali. At every step I felt completely safe and taken care of by Henry and Denis who stayed with me the whole 3 days. They even bought me an adaptor and got me local cash to buy crafts. They waited for me and cheered when I came back from my Gorilla tracking hike. We had an great time together driving through the incredible sights Rwanda and Uganda have to offer.
Henry and Denis also took me to see the work they do in their community with part of the money earned by the agency. Deni’s wife, Daisy runs Heart 2 Heart, a school for little kids that live in the area around the Bwindi National Park. The kids not only get educated, but also fed. As it is the only place where they can get 2 meals per day. Denis also works at Jungle Java, a coffee shop that also supports the community by giving access to a source of income for the parents.
I was able to meet the kids, see the classrooms and have a delicious cup of coffee while appreciating the amazing work this people are doing for their community. I also was able to get a guided walk around the village of the Batwa tribe and see how they used to live inside the Bwindi forest.
I cant recommend this enough. Not only you get to have your amazing travel experience; you also get to make it matter and have an impact on the lives of these amazing people.

26/10/2026

Did you know that Queen Elizabeth National Park was originally called Kazinga National Park, named after the Kazinga Channel? Queen Elizabeth National Park was renamed from Kazinga National Park in 1954, after Queen Elizabeth II visited Uganda. It was first established as a national park in 1952.

Do you think we should go back to our traditional names?

20/10/2026

A moment with Giraffes❤️

20/10/2026

AKAGERA NATIONAL PARK - RWANDA

18/10/2026

TRAVEL HACKS | DAY 5: REMEMBER, YOU ARE A GUEST IN SOMEONE ELSE’S COUNTRY!

When you travel, you’re not just visiting mountains, national parks, cities, or beautiful landscapes.

You’re entering someone else’s home, culture, and way of life.

1. Respect local customs. What’s normal in your country may be different somewhere else; normalize accepting how people live and conduct their lives; don't judge,

2. Dress appropriately. Especially when visiting religious sites, traditional communities, or culturally sensitive places. It's just for a moment; it's one way of showing respect.

3. Ask before taking people’s photographs. Not everyone wants to become part of your holiday album. Some cultures believe that flash will lower their lifespan; it's their belief, and you don't need to change it at once, so ask and seek approval before things backfire.

4. Learn a few local words. A simple greeting or thank you in someone’s language can open doors and create wonderful connections, it also makes people feel special and loved, try it ❤️

5. Understand local tipping customs. Tipping expectations vary by country and culture; in some cultures, tipping isn't expected. Get guidance and do it well.

6. Be patient. Customer service, communication, and the pace of life may be different from what you’re used to, slow down or be faster, depending on how they move their lives, you are on a holiday, don't try to change things but change according to the situation on the ground.

7. Treat people with dignity. Especially children and vulnerable communities. If you want to help, consider supporting responsible local initiatives rather than encouraging dependency. Don't through food at people and try to give out in usable items, food that has gone bad, or worthless items, poor people are also rich in their own way and deserve respect.

At Musana Tours & Travel, we believe the warmth of African people is one of the greatest experiences a traveler can take home.

Travel isn’t about making another country feel like your own. It’s about discovering the beauty of what makes it different.

Quiz
Have you ever visited a community whose hospitality left a lasting impression on you?

13/10/2026

Kidepo valley national park

13/10/2026

Uganda remains the most underrated Gorilla tracking destination, there is 53% plus of the remaining Gorillas in the world, why not give it a short