For Uganda, it was an opportunity to show case our general economic performance and the tourism potentials. We show cased that Uganda has a lot to offer in tourism sector that would become an engine to our economic growth and assist in reducing the levels of poverty. uganda safari adventure
It was a big world travel market that attracted various government officials, diplomats, tour companies and agents who came to see what different countries offer in terms of tourism.
The Ugandan stand at the World Tourism Market in London did not win any award, but one could not fail to notice the remarkable organization, zeal, and traffic at the double-deck stall designed with backcloths. gorilla safari tours
The eye-catcher were dancers dressed in gorilla costumes performing Runyege, Magunju, Kadodi, among other traditional dances.
The UK based traditional dance troupe entertained the over 5,000 visitors who flocked the double-deck stand designed from the backcloth. I believe this was a wonderful move and one way of selling Uganda’s cultural tourism. Let us wait to see a flow of prominent tourist personalities coming to Uganda.
Mr Edwin Muzahura, the marketing manager of the Uganda Tourism Board said; “Uganda reclaimed its identity as the home of the gorillas, on top of giving visitors a glimpse of what to find in the country.”
“Our tour operators signed deals there and then while in the past some would return without signing anything.” south africa safaris
The visitors were able to befriend the gorillas’ online, taste Ugandan coffee, and drink Uganda Waragi at the stall. Also DVDs showing life in Uganda, the last Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (Chogm) conference, hotels and tourism attractions in the country were given out.
The high morale at the Ugandan stall in London left the East African neighbours speechless, looking caught off guard as groups of tourism agents checked in and out of the stall that was graced by among others Tourism Minister Serapio Rukundo, UK High Commissioner Joan Rwabyomere and France Ambassador Ms Alice Napiok. gorilla safaris in rwanda
Importantly also was to show the world that there is much more to see in Uganda other than the gorillas. The cultural aspect of the Ugandan stand was maintained and Uganda’s cultural performance was strongly highlighted during the entire show which exited various participants.
In all aspects, Uganda offered an experience that was as varied and exciting as you wanted it to be. Uganda is truly God’s best Creation.
