Meet the founder
Tracy Nabude is a young leader at Yigata Safaris with international training in hospitality and practical experience in guest service, tourism operations, marketing, and customer engagement. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Hospitality Management from Switzerland.
Her work supports Uganda’s positioning as a memorable travel destination by promoting quality visitor experiences, sustainable tourism, cultural appreciation, and benefits for local communities.
Education and International Exposure
Her Swiss education gave her international exposure and a strong foundation in hospitality standards, service excellence, and tourism management, which she applies in Uganda’s tourism sector.
Professional Hospitality Experience
Tracy gained hands-on experience in a four-star hotel in Switzerland as a Head Waiter and Receiving Clerk, developing skills in guest service, teamwork, organization, and hotel operations.
She also worked at Han Kung Chinese Restaurant in Chur and in Food and Beverage operations in Leysin, strengthening her ability to serve diverse guests and adapt to different hospitality settings.
Role at Yigata Safaris
At Yigata Safaris, Tracy combines hospitality experience with skills in marketing, sales, and digital marketing. She helps travelers experience Uganda’s landscapes, wildlife, cultures, and communities in meaningful and memorable ways.
Contributions to Sustainable Tourism
Responsible travel
Promotes respect for local cultures, wildlife, and conservation guidelines.
Community-based tourism
Supports local employment, community enterprises, and cultural exchange.
Environmental conservation
Encourages eco-friendly practices that protect parks, habitats, forests, and ecosystems.
Visitor awareness:
Guides travelers on waste reduction, responsible wildlife viewing, and support for local businesses.
Cultural preservation
Showcases Uganda’s heritage in ways that respect and celebrate local traditions.
Sustainable hospitality
Encourages responsible energy use, water conservation, and waste management.
Youth participation
Inspires young professionals to pursue innovation, professionalism, and sustainable tourism.
Strategic partnerships
Supports collaboration that balances economic growth, environmental stewardship, and social inclusion.