The Living Legacy in Uganda’s Prehistoric Cycad Villages

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Overview: The Kitara Foundation offers an eco-cultural tour of Mpanga Gorge in Kitagwenda District, connecting travelers with local hosts and Uganda’s ancient Cycad Villages of Karubuguma. Nature Experience: Descend into Mpanga Gorge to explore a 320-million-year-old ecosystem housing the rare, endemic cycad Encephalartos whitelockii. Gorge Bio-Trek: Hike ancient forest trails below cliffs overlooking Lake George, Queen Elizabeth National Park, and the Rwenzori Mountains. Mpanga Falls: Trek through lush greenery to experience the mist and power of the Mpanga River Waterfalls. Cultural Experience: Discover Karubuguma village, where locals integrate daily conservation into their stories and community life. Guardians- Muzeh Fulgence: Visit elder Muzeh Fulgence’s 150-acre farm to see how sustainable agroecology allows crops and wild cycads to thrive together. Guardians – Mackay Mwebingwa Learn from native conservationist Mackay Mwebingwa how community initiatives create eco-friendly livelihoods. Ancestral Hospitality: Sample organic, valley-grown Robusta coffee and experience traditional farming alongside authentic Ugandan hospitality. Impact: Guided by the Pearl Accord, this journey directly funds indigenous guides to conserve heritage and empower local communities.

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