In 2013, thousands were streaming across Karuma Bridge across the Nile River. They were heading for Pakwach, (not far from Gulu Town), to find an ideal spot to watch the total solar eclipse.
Along this very route, you can re-trace the steps of famous British Explorer, army officer and big game hunter, Sir Samuel Baker.
The Acholi, Langi, Alur, Madi and the indomitable Karamajongs cannot wait to greet you and give you a taste of the best sim-sim paste in the world. It goes very well millet dough and sh. History tells us that the Acholi people originated from South Sudan before developing into a social-hierarchical system ruled over by a chief. However, the folklore surrounding their origins is more colorful and fascinating to hear and there is no shortage of story-tellers.
Northern Uganda is now one of the most popular destinations for those in search of something new and exciting. The different dances and entertainment are some of the exciting experiences one shouldn’t miss. It is here where you can also gauge the thunderous power of the River Nile. Lying between the two great Rift valleys, this region of Uganda is huge at plain covered in vast expanses of Savanna and low woodlands.
This is the terrain for big herds like elephants and African Buffaloes. In their midst, you will also encounter the elegant giraffe, safe in its storied heights, but ready to provide a friendly warning at any sign of a predator.
Best of all, you can leisurely view the “ Big Five” and move in both Murchison Falls and Kidepo Valley National Parks. The park was first gazette in 1952 but generally its boundaries have been kept intact.
There are camps and lodges to suite your every need and leave you with memories to last a lifetime. The 1951 Oscar winning movie ‘African Queen’ was filmed here.
