Our staff was part of a Fam trip to Ngamba Island
Achieve Global Safaris
- Located In:
- Size:
- 5-10 employees (Founded in 2011)
- Member Of:
- APTA, AUTO & USAGA
- Tour Types:
- Customizable private tours and fixed group tours
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $30 to $900 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
Email Steve Clayton | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Trip of a lifetime 8 day tour Uganda
Communication was quick and informative with Joli, Jon our driver /guide was excellent throughout the tour and added to our experience with his detailed knowledge of the country and animals. The accommodation was very good exceeding our expectations of mid range, and the food the same level. It was a well structured tour covering two national parks and two treks with chimpanzees and gorillas, two wonderful boat trips as well. We saw all the wildlife you could imagine and it was a humbling experience being with the Ugandan people who have little but are so proud of ther country.
LU
Email Couple | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Would repeat, will recommend
The whole experience has been amazing. Big thanks to the people in every single place, who made us feel like home. Thanks also and especially to Abudallah, who take good care of us :-)
We'll certainly recommend your company to friends.
We have some advices to take the experience a bit higher; please do not consider these as criticising, far from our intention. We just want to improve it even further for future guests (and friends!). For example, giving a fabric bag with a few useful or nice things, like the latest program printed (with some info about the new lodge, e.g. Bakiga Lodge), urgent phone numbers or even an already stamped postcard to send home. A sim card loaded with $5.
Maps! Including a queen Elizabeth park one. Another idea for game drives: let a book about the animals to be seen to the guests. You can add those some 20 dollars to the whole account and leave an immediate good impression.
By the way, bringing us dollars turned out to be expensive and not at all useful for us: the change everywhere was very disadvantageous, we were always requested 1 usd per 2000 ugandan shillings. Much better to bring any currency and change to shillings at the border.
On the other side, congratulations on the choice of lodges: we loved all of them! And furthermore, food was delicious everywhere!
That's all: thanks again!!!
AR
Email Melina | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Unforgettable trip
The best trip I ever made. Let´s talk about Uganda.
A-M-A-Z-I-N-G. It has it all. Lovely landscapes, food, people, activities. I am in love.
We went for our honeymoon, and it was really a surprise for us to spend a lovely and adventurous time. Definitely the pearl of Africa.
Our guide and driver was a lovely person. As days goes by, we realize that Abu was not only a good driver but such a honest and good person. We were pleased with all our whims.
Our honeymoon was design by us, very customized and was done the same as we told. Jolie was the person who help us with the organization was always really kind.
Lodges and staff were excellent and lovely.
I don't have anything to critize.
I would definitely recommend this trip if you would like to experience Africa, and something different.
BEST TRIP EVER.
Thanks Achieve and hope we see you again!
NZ
Email Gerardh | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
3 day safari to Kidepo
From the planning by email with Jolie to the safari tour itself by Issa, we found the whole experience with Achieve Global Safaris to be first class. Well done Jolie and Issa!
Email Retamal | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Fabulous!
Two friends and I chose this company for the great experience ever!!
They are very fast on reply and super efficient!
We suggested our own itinerary (based on some itineraries they have) and our dream came true.
The drivers/guides/rangers were excellent. The treatment from office 5*****. The places we stayed (and chose) were also cool, well located, peaceful areas, good and well served food.
And the attraction we visited won the gold medal: Nyngwe Park, Gisakura tee plantations, museums along Rwanda, Kivu Lake, chimpanzees, gorillas and Nyiragongo Volcano!!! We felt safe at every second. Very well treated and always comfortable.
For sure I will choose them again on my next trip to the area.
Congrats!!
Email Danny | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
It blew all of our expectations out of the water - absolutely a trip of a lifetime!
I convinced my best friends that we should do a big special trip to celebrate us all turning 30, and luckily they agreed with me and we chose an adventure based on seeing gorillas. It can be quite a daunting task figuring out where to start with a trip like this, as there are so many options and competitors out there!
I feel very lucky to have come across Achieve Global Safaris after speaking with a few other companies. My main point of contact with Achieve Global Safaris was Jolie, who was phenomenal to work with. She was extremely speedy to respond to any questions I asked, was kindly accommodating with any needs of our group, super knowledgeable about the type of trip we were searching for and was willing to go the extra mile in case we needed to customise the tour at all. She made me have complete faith and trust that we chose the right operator for us.
When we arrived in Uganda, we were met at the airport by our lovely guide, Issa. Over the course of the next 8 days, Issa did his absolute utmost to ensure we had the best possible time travelling through Uganda and you could see how much he cared that we enjoyed our time there - which we definitely did. He was very knowledgeable about the country, the different towns we visited, the activities we were doing and the animals we were seeing! He was fantastic at spotting animals roaming through the national parks and we were extremely lucky to see everything that we did.
The highlight of the trip was certainly our visit to the Bwindi Impenetrable National Park to see the gorillas. That felt like an unbelievably special day and it went way beyond our expectations of how close we were able to get to the gorillas and how long we were able to spend time with them. It was an absolutely magical experience to see a group of gorillas so close up in their own environment where they are dictating the rules and go where they want to go. It was mesmerising seeing them interact with each other and we were very fortunate to find a group that had 3 young baby gorillas in them and we were able to watch the bond they had with their mothers. It really was exceptional!
We were very pleasantly surprised by all of the different accommodations we stayed in - they were fantastic; comfortable, clean, stunning views and brilliant service.
I would definitely recommend this tour and Achieve Global Safaris - it was an adventure of a lifetime and one that I'll cherish the memories for the rest of my life.
NO
Email Gunnar | 65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
An unforgettable private tour with Achieve Global Safaris
Home after a fantastic holiday (two weeks) in Uganda and Rwanda. We owe a big thank you to those in "Achieve Global Safari" who made this trip an unforgettable experience. We will never forget Eddie Aristides Gitau, who took us on a six hours insanely fun Boda-tour of Kampala, Kaķimba Haruna who has driven us safely on bad roads in chaotic traffic conditions, and last but not least, Jolie Adeke who organized it all. Everyone did their outmost to satisfy our wishes and requirements. We would happily recommend "Achieve Global Safari" to those considering traveling to these countries. Thank you once again, Eddie, Haruna and Jolie!
ES
Email Juan | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Amazing!!!
It has been a fantastic experience. Good flexibility to adapt the tour to our proposal.
Excellent guides and local team in every country (Rwanda and DRCongo) which help us to be very comfortable dueing all our holidays
DE
Email Dariah | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing experience in Bwindi National Park and Queen Elizabeth National Park
It has been an amazing trip. We have started our trip at Bwindi National Park. Since we booked the budget tour we were positively suprised about the accomondations. It was just great - a stunning views from the terrace and a very spacious rooms with a big bed and a nice bathroom. We didn't expect that.
The Gorilla Tracking was a breathtaking experience. After a great hike through the jungle, we spent one hour with the Gorillas. Standing there just two meter away from the great Silverback and his family including three Babies.
Our stay in Queen Elizabeth National Park was also unforgettable. Besides the normal Safari we did the Lion Tracking and a boat curise on Kazinga channel where we got the chance to see a elephant family refreshing themselfes in the water.
Our driver and guide Eddie made this trip even better. He drove us very safely from A to B and could always answere our questions. In addition to that he helped us to arrange a bus from Kabale back to Kigali, which wasn't in his actuall duty.
To put it in a nutshell, it was totally worth it and a must do when you are in Uganda
Email Caroline | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Dreams do come true....a truely wonderful adventure.
This was a very special trip for my husband and I.
It was a leap of faith, but Achieve Global Safaris were meticulous with their responses and organisation .Jolie inspired us with confidence to book.The detailed website and reviews helped us make informed decisions.Our holiday was the 10 day option, however we added 3 days to extend stays at specific lodges.
It was a relief to meet Abudala at Entebbe Airport and to know we were in safe hands.He was an amazing driver who loves his job.He shared so much knowledge and had incredible eyesight when on safari.Abdul worked tirelesssly booking activities,but was also flexibleif opportunities arose.
The scenery was stunning.The lodges unique and beautiful.Ugandans are very welcoming.We experienced several community activities which were enlightening.It's also encouraging to see Achieve link with locals as guides etc.The locations,variety of safari and proximity to the animals was amazing.It was a privilege and has created so many memories.
Look at Uganda.Look at Achieve Global Safaris for that personal,safe and unique safari adventure.You won't be disappointed.We're still reminiscing!
Thank you !!