Russian tour operators are upbeat about Uganda’s potential to attract outbound business from Russia after a nine day trip sponsored by Tourism Uganda and industry stakeholders.
“Their initial impression was that the product would be well received by their Russian clients and Uganda’s delicious tropical fruits left a particularly lasting impression on
them,” Said Tourism Uganda’s Sylvia Kalembe who traveled with the group.The group of eight tour operators and two journalists from the Russian Federation arrived in the country on April14 for a trip that took them through the Murchison Falls National Park, Queen Elizabeth
National Park, Fort Portal, Kibale National Park, Bwindi and Kabale. The tour was partially sponsored by Marasa who offered complementary accommodation at both Paraa and Mweya Safari Lodges and Kampala Serena. Also offering full board lodging was Fort Portal based Ndali
Lodge and Bunyonyi Overland Camp while Jacana Lodge and Kitandara Tented Camp provided free beds.A business development meeting between the local industry and the visitors crowned the tour. “Russia is a market that holds a lot of potential for us as a destination and the feedback we are getting from this group are positive so far” said Tourism Uganda General Manager James Bahinguza.

By Tanah Hadijah

Uganda Safari News