Uganda: a close encounter with the wild
Our adventure began in Uganda, a land of breathtaking landscapes and extraordinary wildlife. We spent four nights here, starting with two at the Lemala Wildwaters Lodge, perched on a private island in the Nile. The lodge was a serene retreat, where the sound of rushing water lulled us to sleep each night. From there, we took a small plane to the Mahogany Lodge in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, the gateway to one of the most awe-inspiring experiences of our lives: gorilla trekking.
The trek itself was an adventure, winding through ancient forests alive with the sounds of nature. After hours of anticipation, we found ourselves pretty much face-to-face with a family of mountain gorillas. Words can hardly do justice to the moment. A silverback descended from a tree just metres away, and we spent an hour in the company of 14 gorillas, including playful babies and majestic adults. It was humbling, exhilarating, and deeply moving all at once. For our family, it was the highlight of the trip - a rare privilege to witness these incredible creatures in their natural habitat.
