Travel guide (city)

The Grand Canyon of Saudi Arabia (Al-Shaq) Between the famous Jibal Hisma and Wadi Qaraqir lies a more discreet but fascinating place, Al-Shaq. The name means rip (or tear), which makes sense as the land has literally been ripped apart by tectonic forces.

As you pedal leisurely through the beautiful Ugandan countryside, stopping for a typical Ugandan snack at one of the food stalls and chatting with the locals, you might forget that the hustle and bustle of Kampala is only 30 minutes away on the other side of Lake Victoria. This bike tour leaves the city behind and covers 20 kilometers of quiet island roads, offering a trip that really gets you off the beaten path. You'll pass through rural areas and see small farmers cultivating their land, pass through vast banana plantations, avoid free-roaming pigs and greet many enthusiastic children. The route also passes through small commercial centers and a pristine section of rainforest that is home to a family of monkeys.