Gishwati Forest

New Accommodation opens up in Gishwati Forest

Gishwati-Mukura is Rwanda’s newest National Park, is two forest reserves which are Gishwati and Mukura located near Lake Kivu, in the north-western part of Rwanda. Forest of Hope is proud to introduce its new Guest House and Camp Site at the Gishwati Research Station at Gishwati-Mukura National Park. Gishwati is an example of ecotourism at…

Important Uganda Arrival Update

Important Uganda Arrival Update

UPDATE ON TRAVEL GUIDELINES FROM MINISTRY OF HEALTH, UGANDA. The mandatory testing of all incoming travellers (including children) at Entebbe International Airport and other points of entry which was due to come into effect on 3rd September has been postponed for 2 weeks by the Ministry of Health, Uganda. CURRENT ARRIVAL REQUIREMENTS ARE: All incoming…

Rwanda COVID-19 information > No Change

Rwanda COVID-19 information > No Change

All travellers arriving in Rwanda must have a negative PCR certificate performed within 72 hours prior to departure. A COVID-19 test is not mandatory for accompanied children under 5 years All travellers arriving in Rwanda must complete the passenger locator form and upload the COVID-19 test certificate before heading to the airport. Please see passenger…

Amos’ Life Lessons
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Amos’ Life Lessons

Amos Masaba Wekesa, is the founder of Great Lakes Safaris and Uganda Lodges Limited. Born and raised in Eastern Uganda, he has an inspiring and humbling background that reflects the person he is today, and the strong values and vision he has for company and staff. My life could have been very different, being born…