27th September 2022, at World Tourism Day Celebrations, Kara-Tunga Tours was recognized by the Government of Uganda Ministry of Tourism, Trade and Industry, Uganda for Its "Passion and Promotion of Community Tourism in Uganda". Kara-Tunga started from scratch to develop Karamoja into a must visit destination in Uganda. Thereby create job opportunities and preserve [...]
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Kara-Tunga Awarded Special Recognition by Ministry of Tourism
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Sustainable Charcoal Production
We are looking back at an inspiring visit to Kijani Forestry in Gulu, which are revolutionising conservation through sustainable charcoal production. This is one of many strategical partnerships we are building to roll out our 'Karamoja Conservation Zone' initiative. This initiative aims at environmental conservation of places adjacent to protected areas through development of sustainable [...] More -
Kara-Tunga meets Mount Morot UNESCO MAB team
So energised after finally meeting Giorgio Andrian together with Catholic Diocese Moroto who are spearheading the designation process of Matheniko Wildlife Reserve and Mount Moroto into UNESCO Man and Biosphere Reserve. This international recognition will help to reinforce community-led development, sustainable mining practices and conservation of these cultural and environmental important areas for future generations. [...] More -
Warrior Nomad TrailIs Changing Lives in East Africa
Learn how East Africa's Warrior Nomad Trail is making a meaningful difference in East African nations like Uganda, Kenya, Ethiopia, and South Sudan through tourism. The Warrior Nomad Trail offers travelers an authentic cultural experience and untamed outdoor adventure in East Africa’s least travelled areas. The cross-border tourist trail connects colorful people and remarkable places [...] More -
People of Karamoja take charge of their Tourism Future
The world is moving so fast and rural communities in developing areas like my Karamoja can be overwhelmed and overrun by tourist. The people of Karamoja have taken charge of their Tourism Future... Since tourism in Karamoja is still in its infancy, it is incredibly important to raise awareness, set expectations and develop guidelines now. [...] More -
Karamoja develops Uganda’s first Travel Manifesto and Pledge
Sustainable tourism is no longer enough. The people of Karamoja have embraced regenerative tourism to create a better world through travel. Since tourism in Uganda’s Karamoja sub-region is still in its infancy, it is incredibly important to raise awareness and to set expectations and guidelines now. Karamoja is the first place in East Africa where [...] More -
Video Tour of Karamoja 2022
Watch the official promotion video of the Tour of Karamoja 2022 Bicycle Challenge taking place 22-30 October 2022. The 5th edition of East Africa's Wilderness Bike Event will follow the cross-border Warrior Nomad Trail through Uganda's Karamoja sub-region and Kenya's West-Pokot and Turkana County. Learn more at the Tour of Karamoja website. Tour of Karamoja [...] More -
Sensitising Karamoja Communities on Growing Tourism Sector
Sensitising Karamoja Communities on Tourism - Kara-Tunga aims at making Karamoja a must visit destination with people at its centre. It therefore embarked on a journey through the region to sensitise 17 community tourism groups (600 members) along Karamoja's Warrior Nomad Trail. The communities were sensitised about the looming tourism opportunity and the need to [...] More -
National Validation Workshop
On our journey to develop Uganda's new tourist product Warrior Nomad Trail, we asked for input and buy-in from national stakeholders during a workshop in Kampala. Participants The workshop was attended by: Uganda Wildlife Authority, Uganda Tourism Board, Uganda Hotel Owners Association, Uganda Safari Guides Association, Uganda Community Tourism Association and also specialised associations like [...] More -
3rd Karamoja Tourism Coordination Platform
We are celebrating a milestone in the development of the Warrior Nomad Trail with a workshop attended by 35 key-tourism stakeholders from Uganda's Karamoja region. The meeting was aimed at fostering sustainable coordination of the regional tourism sector with the Warrior Nomad Trail at the centre. The participants shared their input and ideas on the [...] More
