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Big Apes Africa
- Located In:
- Size:
- 1-5 employees (Founded in 2019)
- Member Of:
- USAGA, UTB & UWA
- Tour Types:
- Custom budget & mid-range tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $80 to $1,020 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
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Email Kevin | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Incredible experience Gorilla trekking
We had a truly incredible experience trekking with the gorillas in Bwindi with Big Apes. The company very kindly accommodated both a change of date and a last minute change of drop off for us which we really appreciated. The accommodation arranged for us was exceptional and of course the experience trekking with the mountain gorillas was absolutely unforgettable.
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Email Philipp | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Just perfect and friendly
Our safari with Big Apes Africa was an incredible experience from start to finish. We were thrilled to see all of the Big 5 animals up close, which was a highlight of our trip. The entire journey felt very exclusive and personal, making it even more special.
Tim, our guide, was fantastic. He was not only knowledgeable about the wildlife and the terrain but also very friendly and approachable. His enthusiasm for the animals and the environment was contagious, and he made sure we had an unforgettable time.
The accommodations were top-notch, offering a perfect mix of comfort and a genuine connection to nature. Each day brought new adventures, stunning scenery, and moments that took our breath away.
We wholeheartedly recommend Big Apes Africa to anyone looking to embark on a safari. This trip surpassed all our expectations and gave us memories that we will cherish forever.
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Email Jay | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Big Apes Africa (and Peter) are professional and my experience was unforgettable!
I thought the unforgettable part of the tour would be seeing the gorillas (which was an experience of a lifetime) but I didn’t anticipate how cool it would be to drive from location to location and see the rich culture's of Rwanda & Uganda. There were many people on the main streets and so much life and culture to see. The landscapes of Uganda are some of the most beautiful I have ever seen. The people were so kind and welcoming. Peter runs a well organized and executed tour. He took care of everything, provided delicious local snacks, and most importantly helped me when I needed. He took me to the local market to buy a few things and made sure I was not taken advantage of. He also helped me do a fair currency exchange at the Uganda boarder. I enjoyed all three lodges i stayed at for different reasons, but the quality of service was nice at each. Wifi gets unreliable in Uganda, but there is enough to see and do. Just close your laptop! Expect to tip for most services. Budget for it. Just tell Peter what you want and he will do his best to provide it. After my treks my hiking boots were dirty and needed repair. He got them cleaned and repaired for me without me asking. (So kind!) I waited to get my tourism visa at the airport when i arrived. It was very quick and easy. I got the East Africa visa to enter Uganda, Rwanda, and Kenya. I had no boarder issues. I highly recommend Big Apes Africa, will tell my friends about it, and will use this agency again when i return!
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Email Christina | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Trip of a lifetime
I booked a last minute 10 day safari with Big Apes Africa after another provider let me down. Despite only having a week to get everything ready, all of Peter’s arrangements worked out and I had a perfect experience. Out of the 105 countries I‘ve visited so far, Uganda was my favorite.
Not only did I see all of the big 5 and many chimpanzees, but I also had the best possible gorilla sighting in Bwindi with 3 playful babies and a very peaceful silverback.
While I had originally hoped to join an existing tour, I ended up going alone with my guide, Sam. However, this was probably for the best. I felt completely safe at all times and Sam was good company at dinners and a very patient guide during the game drives who ensured we‘d get the best sightings. Eg, when all the other cars had already left, Sam waited until the 3 lionesses got up and came very closely to the car. We were also the only ones to see the leopard in Ishasha that day. Unfortunately, the treeclimbing lions in the Ishasha sector have currently abandoned their previous tree close by the road, but we at least saw them from a distance.
All of the selected activities were amazing and I saw so many additional animals. The only thing I might have changed in hindsight is to spend the last night closer to the airport, as it is a very long journey from Bunyonyi.
All of the food provided was delicious (with vegetarian options available) and the lodges ranged from good to great…They were certainly better than what I had expected, given that the total price for a solo trip was 40% less than what I would have paid to a German travel agent for a shared tour.
Overall, I can’t recommend Uganda or Big Apes Africa enough and I hope that one day, I‘ll be able to do another trip with them and bring my family.
PS: for anyone having doubts about the current security situation- I think the warnings are completely overblown. There wasn’t a moment where I didn’t feel entirely safe, even as a single woman. Just go - it‘ll be the trip of a lifetime!
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Email Stephan | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Enjoyed every bit of the tour, guide Ezra was well-informed, attentive - and a safe driver
Done the 3 day tour Kigali - Bwindi Forest/Gorilla Trecking - Lake Bunyonyi with Tour Guide Ezra. Enjoyed every bit of this fascinating tour, Ezra was well-informed, kind, attentive, sharing - and a safe driver!
Accommodations were beautifully located, friendly and clean, and loved the Ugandan lunch buffet at Moonlight Hotel. Ezra told us many stories, about the local communities, the sorghum production, the crowned crane, just to name a few, and got Uganda in our hearts. If anything, this tour ended too soon.
In my evaluation. probably best price for such a fascinating tour you can get!
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Email Monika | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very well organized, punctual, tried very hard to ensure our comfort
My first trip to Africa turned out to be wonderful and this is a huge thanks to BIG APES AFRICA. The entire stay was perfectly organized, from beginning to end. Everything was carefully thought out, timed with a huge number of attractions, at a level I did not expect at all. This is a company worth recommending and which I will recommend to everyone😁😍🤩
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Email chang | 65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
amazing special experience.
you can see gorilla group in the forest. amazing!
don't miss it.
Email Carol | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Excellent trip
Thank you Big apes for the wonderful trip
Gerald our guide was fantastic so friendly and helpful with anything we asked and was also very knowledgeable.
The Jeep was so clean and comfortable which is great when you’re doing the long drives . Seeing the Gorillas and chimpanzees in there natural habitat was amazing and I recommend anyone to do it , we booked mid range accommodation and we were so pleasantly surprised all the accommodation was fabulous we couldn’t have wished for better and the food was amazing everywhere we stayed also ! Thanks Gerald & Peter it was amazing
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Email Bianca | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Amazing
Ashiraf was the best part of the tour! Very kind, accomodating and went out of his way to make this experience fantastic. He took photos for me and even lent me ugandan money cause I did not have any. If you are to book pla request for him.
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Email Aidan Casey | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very Helpful and always happy.
We done a 4 day trip with Big Apes in Rwanda and Uganda. We had a fantastic time. Really unique experience with Trekking to see the Gorillaz. Big apes accommodated our dates and requirements brilliantly. Would highly recommend.