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Many travelers are skeptical about the feasibility of planning a 1 day gorilla tour to Bwindi impenetrable forest for the interest of budget and time. The important question at the back of one’s mind is “Will I make it on time to start gorilla trekking with the group? If you are willing to take-up the one day short gorilla trek, here is some reliable advice. You can ably start your tour from Kigali even if your flight arrives by 2:00am – 3:00am in Rwanda, or better arrive earlier and spend a night in Kigali so that you rest before the long day ahead of you. Ideally you should set off from Rwanda by 3:00 am with your driver driving to the Gatuna border – the Uganda Rwanda border. The drive from Kigali to Katuna border is 2 hours and the drive from here to the closest sector of Bwindi forest…

We’ve all heard of the Seven Wonders of the World, but let’s not forget  the seven natural wonders of the world. All boasting astonishing natural beauty in their own right, there’s something spectacular about each and every one of these attractions. Whether you’re thinking about planning your next getaway or just want to brush up on your geographical knowledge, here are the seven natural wonders of the world and where to find them. What is it? The Grand Canyon Where is it? Arizona, USA The sheer size and vastness of the Grand Canyon is enough to see why it makes the list of the world’s most impressive natural wonders. At 277 miles long, you can only see a snippet of it by foot – and no one wants to get too close to the edge. Instead, take a helicopter ride and be wowed at the sights from above. What is…

When it comes to booking your dream holiday; it’s fair to say that everyone has a different idea of paradise. From romantic city breaks to unspoiled wilderness locations, there’s a place to suit every traveller’s diverse set of tastes and preferences. If tranquil and unspoiled locations are your thing, however, we’d certainly recommend a trip to the largely unheralded Mafia Island. Located along the coast of the Indian Ocean and boasting a population in excess of 40,000, it offers an extremely appealing proposition to travellers despite being overshadowed by more renowned destinations like Zanzibar. Make no mistake; Mafia and its surrounding archipelago including Jibondo, Juani and Chloe have a huge amount to offer.  In this post, we’ll explore the island in greater detail while asking what makes it so special? Mafia Island – A Brief Guide In total, Mafia Island is just a single, 30-minute flight south of Zanzibar, and…

Always have a snow buddy, ski or snowboard together. We have complied a guide of what to do if you or your snow buddies have been injured while carving up the mountain! If possible, don’t leave the injured person alone. Try to flag down another skier or snowboarder and ask them to send help. All they need to do is let the lifites know that someone is injured on the run and they will send Ski Patrol. Don’t move the injured person as you could cause more injuries. Do not remove their skis or snowboard, if they have a broken leg / ankle, this can make matters worse. Remove your skis or snowboard. Stand your ski’s upright up the hill in a “X”, this signals that you need help and to avoid this area or for a snowboarder, you can attempt to stand the snowboard up, if enough snow permits.…