2 guides & stories

East Africa Travel Stories

Why Uganda and Rwanda stay with people long after the trip ends.

Rwanda · Story

What Makes Travelers Return to Rwanda

The first trip may begin with gorillas. A return to Rwanda often begins with everything that did not fit: another Kigali conversation, a different park and more time to understand the country on its own terms.

6 min read

Uganda · Story

Why Travelers Return to Uganda

The gorilla trek was supposed to be a once-in-a-lifetime experience. So why do so many visitors find themselves booking return flights to Uganda before they've even left?

8 min read