Cultural Encounters are immersive tours that delves into the rich cultural heritage of the different destinations in East Africa. Led by knowledgeable guides, participants engage with local communities, experiencing their traditional customs, music, and art. The journey allows visitors to gain insights into the region’s unique way of life and historical significance. With a focus on responsible tourism, the tour fosters mutual respect and appreciation between visitors and the local inhabitants, creating meaningful and authentic cultural exchanges. Cultural trips are doe in different destinations in Uganda among these include Rwenzori mountains national park.
A safari to the mystical Rwenzori mountains is never as interesting as it would have been without a visit to the nearby local community. The community brings you closer to the African culture as you learn more about the lifestyles like drumming, unique dances and many others. The cultural experience is done in Ruboni village where the Ruboni community camp is formed.
Ruboni community camp
Situated near Rwenzori mountains national park, the camp is at the entrance of Nyakalengijja central circuit entrance gate and it is owned by the locals. The camp organizes different experiences around the park including the cultural safaris and walks. These involve interacting with the visitors about village lifestyles like hunting, historical stories about the mountains, and others. Also, the locals will entertain you through their cultural practices like dances, music, drumming, poem telling and others.
Also, the camp contains a restaurant that prepares tasty and health meals and drinks and also offers comfortable and affordable nights. It also organizes other activities like forest walks, hill climbs and others.