Untamed adventures, rich cultural experiences and remote beautiful places to stay in Karamoja Uganda
Kara-Tunga is a pioneering ethical tourism company spearheading authentic cultural and adventure tours in Uganda's less-traveled Karamoja sub-region. We connect travelers with nomadic communities, their rich cultural heritage, and unique-for-Uganda biodiversity. Our eco-friendly accommodations and personalized experiences provide unforgettable journeys that enrich lives and support the region's vi
brant culture. Beyond tourism, Kara-Tunga is actively involved in community empowerment and sustainability initiatives. We collaborate with local communities on cultural heritage preservation projects and support biodiversity conservation efforts. Our commitment to ethical tourism ensures that our operations benefit both travelers and the local population. Join us on an adventure that will leave a lasting positive impact. Experience the beauty of Karamoja, connect with its people, and contribute to a sustainable future.
09/07/2025
How do you build a tourism business that grows with the community? That’s the Kara-Tunga way!
In this episode of Sustainable Today, Successful Tomorrow, our founder Theo Vos shares how Kara-Tunga is creating real impact through community-based tourism in Northeastern Uganda.
From trust and culture to sustainability and scale …this is a must-listen for anyone passionate about meaningful travel. 🌎
If you had just one chance to hike in Karamoja, which peak would you conquer? ⛰️
• Mount Moroto (3,083 m) – The rooftop of Moroto town
• Mount Kadam (3,063 m) – A wild climb on the edge of the Karamoja.
• Mount Morungole (2,749 m) – Sacred grounds and gateway to Kidepo views
• Mount Napak (2,538 m) – A hidden gem in the heart of Karamoja
Drop your pick below 👇 and tell us why!
Ready to make it happen? Book your hike with and explore Karamoja like never before. 🥾✨
03/07/2025
In the cradle of Karamoja, earth and spirit embrace manyattas rise like poems, shaped by hands, held by heritage, and guarded by hearts that never wander far.
Ready to experience the true soul of Karamoja?
Book your journey with for immersive cultural encounters, scenic adventures, and memories that stay with you forever.
👉 Click the link in bio or visit www.kara-Tunga.com to start your Karamoja adventure today!
📸
30/06/2025
Hop on a bike and ride into the heart of Karamoja – where every pedal stroke unveils a new adventure.
From ancient warrior traditions to breathtaking landscapes, the Tour of Karamoja 2025 is your invitation to discover the hidden magic of Uganda’s wild northeast.
Dates: October 24 – November 4, 2025
Challenge yourself. Connect with culture. Ride beyond the ordinary.
🚴♂️ Spaces are limited – sign up now and be part of the ride of a lifetime!
27/06/2025
🌄 Wake up to the rhythm of Karamoja!
Experience the soul of the northeast at Karatunga Arts & Tours — where comfort and culture come together.
🍕 Best pizza in town | 🍽️ International dishes | 🍹 Chill vibes at our bar | 🛏️ Cozy accommodation
Come for the adventure, stay for the vibe.
25/06/2025
🌍 A safari to the land of mankind — Turkana 🛖🔥
Ancient traditions. Untamed beauty. Raw adventure.
This is more than travel — it’s a journey beyond the ordinary.
✨ Book now with and experience the soul of Turkana.
19/06/2025
Graceful yet mighty — the Eland antelope is Africa’s largest antelope, blending strength with elegance in every stride. Spotted in the wild landscapes of Karamoja, especially in Kidepo Valley National Park. 🌾🦌
📸
13/06/2025
Looking for authentic cultural experiences? Look no further — visit Karamoja and immerse yourself in the rich traditions, vibrant communities, and untouched beauty of Uganda’s hidden gem. Book it all through .
📸
10/06/2025
25 adventurers have already signed in! 🚴♂️🌍
Join the journey through Karamoja and Ride for a Girl Child every mile makes a difference. Sign up today and be part of the adventure, be part of the change. 💪✨
06/06/2025
The Red-headed Weaver is one of the most eye-catching little birds of Karamoja! With its bold crimson crown and expert weaving skills, this beauty is often spotted in Kidepo Valley National Park, where it thrives in the dry woodlands and acacia trees. A true splash of color in the wild north! 🪺🌿
📸
01/06/2025
Mount Morungole 🏔️ Sacred and Majestic
Rising quietly at the edge of Kidepo Valley National Park, Mount Morungole stands tall in northeastern Uganda, near the border with South Sudan and Kenya. This sacred mountain is not only home to breathtaking views but is also surrounded by remote Ik villages, making it a place where culture and nature meet in harmony. 🌄🏞️
Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Kara-Tunga posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.
The north eastern region of Uganda known as Karamoja, has been a destination for only the most adventurous travellers. Until now…
Only recently, Karamoja has been able to reveal its secrets. From colonial times up to only five years ago, Karamoja has been isolated. Under colonial rule, the region was a closed district and mobility restricted making it only accessible with a permit. During Amin’s reign the Karimojong people were suppressed and humiliated. In the eighties the Karimojong obtained guns that caused a tribal war for thirty years.
Revealing Karamoja’s secrets
Karamoja is Uganda’s best kept secret because its secrets are intangible like the preserved cultural heritage with unique dressing, craftsmanship as iron melting, genius governing system, food preservation methods, pastoral culture and ancestral knowledge of herbal medicines and cultural ceremonies. On the other hand, Karamoja also has tangible secrets as wildlife and bird species that are endemic to Karamoja, lush mountain ranges, over 50 minerals and precious stones (gold, silver, copper, iron, titanium, manganese, cobalt, niobium, tantalite, chrome) and oil.
Kara-Tunga is a small scale locally-owned tour operator aimed at positively impacting the image of the region, strengthening community resilience and preserving cultural heritage through tourism and arts.
Our team of knowledgable local guides, are eager to sharing East Africa’s last indigenous living cultures and natural resources from Karamoja’s savanna grasslands to the lush volcanic mountain ranges.
Local aware
We are true citizens of our area as we’re are locally owned and hire local talent. We aim at investing in local growth, the well-being of our people and the health of the local economy. Citizenship begins at home.
Participation
Our strength is on sharing and full participation. We stand for a meaningful experience by spending time with the community. Discover the countryside during nature walks or mountain hiking. Share daily life with the community by spending a day or night in a traditional homestead.
Tourism Development
For long, tourism in Uganda has been focused on wildlife safaris and other tourist destinations but community tourism is an opportunity for the local community to participate and benefit from their natural and cultural resources.
Tourism development is therefore at the core of our operations. We focus on rural areas affected most by decline in the capacity of agriculture. Degeneration of the countryside is prevented and cultural heritage preserved by raising supplementary family income through tourism.
We focus on identifying potential tourism sites and activities, building community capacity through education and creating demand through marketing and packaging.
Opportunity fund
Kara-Tunga Opportunity Fund is founded by one of Karamoja’s biggest fans, well-wisher Pat Montani. Through this fund, we aim at extending access to capital for tourism-related micro entrepreneurs in Karamoja. We celebrate and support people looking to create a better future for themselves, their families and their communities. Our focus areas are beekeeping and arts & crafts.
The Kara-Tunga opportunity fund enables micro-entrepreneurs to lend money for equipment and tools to kickstart or boost their business in collaboration with Kara-Tunga. The loan is given against 0% Interest and through the collaboration, Kara-Tunga grants them access to an international market.
Safety and recognition
As a responsible tour operator, we are insured with an internationally respected Insurance Broker. Our guides are certified Uganda Red Cross Society volunteers and capable to provide First aid. We are also a member of the respected Association of Uganda Tour Operators (AUTO) and registered with the Uganda Tourism Board (UTB).
