Destinations

Elizabeth National Park in southwest Uganda is the country’s top safari destination and one of the most diverse parks you could ever imagine It’s hard to talk about Queen Elizabeth National Park in one blog post and do it justice.…

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in southwest Uganda is a popular gorilla trekking destination The misty, forest-clad mountains of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest are an ecologically rich ecosystem. They’ve become famous all around the world as one of the very few habitats…

Jinja, a city on the shore of Lake Victoria, is a base for many adventure activities, including white-water rafting, bungee jumping, quad biking, horse riding, and lake cruises Jinja is an historic lakeside city in southern Uganda that sits on…

Sipi Falls is an arresting, single-drop waterfall on the western slope of Mount Elgon that’s easy to visit Featured image courtesy of Dixon099 Sipi Falls is the most visited destination in Uganda’s Mount Elgon region. Its popularity stems from its…

Overlanding itself is such a unique way to travel through Africa. The trucks are custom-built, the windows are huge, the ride is bumpy, the energy is fun, and you’re with people who love adventure as much as you do. Watching…

There are many historic port cities around the globe, yet Stone Town is one of those special locations that everyone knows. It’s even a UNESCO World Heritage Site. There are various reasons why this small city on a small island…

Ngorongoro Crater offers a one-of-a-kind safari experience Not only is Ngorongoro Crater in Tanzania home to an astounding density of big game, including the Big Five, it’s also a geological wonder. Often spoken of as the eighth wonder of the…

Zambia’s long-held secret is stepping out of the shadows At African Overland Tours, we’ve long pioneered the routes through South Luangwa. However, the horizon is expanding. We are excited to spotlight a new conservation-first initiative in the North, The Amatololo…

Nyerere National Park Is Home to Africa’s Most Beloved Wildlife Nyerere National Park is a truly vast and untamed wilderness that supports an astonishing array and density of wildlife. It’s a fantastic safari destination for anyone who craves to step…