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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
Email Peace. A | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
A truly Unparalleled Experience with Exceptional Service
About a week ago. We booked a 3day trip to Murchison Falls National Park together with my family. Our personalized trip, was meticulously tailored to our needs with our itinerary packed with all the activities the park had to offer.
Despite his sickly disposition at the time, Peter, our guide went out of his way to ensure we had a trip of a life time. The food and Lodges were both insightful and warm. He made it on time for every planned activity of our itinerary, and was mindful of my 70-year-old mum ensuring he even carried her a pineapple snack when we went to see the top of the falls. He was quick to suggest solutions at her slightest discomfort to ensure a memorable trip. We couldn’t have asked for any one better.
The sheer force of the water at the top of the falls was magical, an awesome sight to behold and the trip to the bottom of the falls by boat where we saw hippos, crocodiles and all the beautiful birds patched on the little islands can only be described as phenomenon. All in all, nothing beats the graceful walk of the giraffes as they look for their tree top delicacies, or the buffalos waddling in the mud and a herd of elephant with their young spotted in the game drives. A truly unparalleled experience.
Peter was a wonderful guide, professional and was a wealth of knowledge when we had to make an inquisition about this or that. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Big apes Africa for your next trip. You will surely not regret the decision.
A big thank you to Big Apes Africa. May the Good Lord Richly Bless you!
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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!
Email Pete | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
They made one of my lifelong dreams come true!
I spent much time researching for this safari as it's been a dream since childhood to see chimps and gorillas in the wild. I had such high expectations that I thought would never be matched. But they were! Completely! Peter, my driver and guide, was wonderful. In fact, I wince at calling him a driver or guide as he actually became a friend. We saw so much more than just the big apes. A fascinating cultural village, the golden monkeys, the safari drives, the canoeing on the lake etc. The accommodation arranged by Big Apes Africa were fantastic. I seem to remember them being called 'budget', when I booked up, but they were far superior to anything I would call budget. Upper mid-range would be more fitting. Always clean rooms, incredible customer service and very generous servings of food. Peter went above and beyond, giving great advice on how to enjoy each of the tours and always providing extra services such as making sure my shoes were clean, lol! He's an intelligent man with many interesting stories, who remains very calm and collected in all situations. We also had some great lunches in various local restaurants which are also all included in the price. If any of my friends or relatives were travelling to Uganda/Rwanda, I would 100% recommend Big Apes Africa. It was without doubt, worth every single penny, and then some!
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Email Stephen | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Bucket list experience
I was planning a last minute trip and had all but given up on being able to see mountain gorillas while I was working in Kigali, but Peter and Big Apes Africa came through and made my dream a reality. My trip included golden monkeys in Volcanoes NP, mountain gorillas in Bwindi NP, and relaxing at Lake Bunyonyi. Peter handled everything very professionally and I was happy to have the logistics in his hands. The hotels that were chosen were all excellent, much better than I had been expecting. As a solo traveler, I also felt the trip was great value for money. Peter had great conversation on the car rides and I learned a lot from him. Overall, I would highly recommend Big Apes Africa.
Email Karolina & Stuart | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Ambrose was an exceptional tour guide who went above and beyond to ensure our trip was unforgettable
Gorilla trekking was the best thing I've ever done, truly an unforgettable experience! It was worth every penny. The communication from start to finish was excellent, and everyone we met was so friendly and welcoming. I highly recommend Big Apes Africa Safari adventure to anyone considering it!
P.S. I'm already making plans to come back in the next few years
Email Patricia C. | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Big Apes Africa Made our Dream Come True!
Wow, what an unforgettable experience with Big Apes Safari! This trip was everything we dreamed of and more. From the moment we set foot in Uganda, it was pure magic. We saw an incredible array of animals, including chimpanzees, elephants, giraffes, crocodiles, and a mesmerizing variety of birds. Watching the sunset and sunrise over the savannah was breathtaking, and it felt like we were in a movie.
Our guide, Gerald, was exceptional! He was so knowledgeable and went above and beyond to make sure my mom and I had the best time possible. His passion for the wildlife, the country's culture and his caring nature made our trip truly special.
A huge shoutout to Peter, the agency owner, who meticulously organized every detail of our adventure. Seeing the gorillas in the wild was a lifelong dream for both me and my mom, and Peter made it all happen seamlessly.
This trip was everything we hoped for and more, packed with adventure and wonder. We absolutely loved Uganda and can't thank Peter, Gerald, and the whole Big Apes Safari team enough for making our dreams come true. We highly recommend it!
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Email Solbes | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
I loved the tour. Everything was very well organized. Our guide Brian was charming and super attentive.
An excellent tour. Brian, our guide, is a great professional, always attentive to our needs and helping us in everything. Thank you very much.
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Email C. Fonseca | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Unforgettable experience. Brian a professional.
Brian, our guide, was a great professional. He was attentive to our needs at all times, an excellent job. The experience was unforgettable and very well priced.
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Email L. Lopez | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Spectacular
It has been a wonderful experience. Excellent professionals who make sure your expectations are met. Extremely friendly and who solve any problem that may arise.
Highly recommended activity
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Email Marcel | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
It was a perfectly rounded tour, seeing all big 5 animals with our awesome guide (Tim).
Our recent 10 day safari trip with Big Apes Africa was nothing short of spectacular. From the moment we arrived, we were treated to a truly private and diversice adventure. The highlight of our trip was undoubtedly seeing all of the Big 5 animals in their natural habitat – a dream come true.
Our guide, Tim, was exceptional. His extensive knowledge of the wildlife and especially birds, combined with his friendly and approachable demeanor, made our journey even more enjoyable. Tim’s passion for the animals and the land was evident, and he went above and beyond to ensure we had the best possible experience.
The accommodations were comfortable and well-appointed, providing a perfect blend of luxury and immersion in nature. Each day was filled with exciting game drives, breathtaking landscapes, and unforgettable moments.
We highly recommend Big Apes Africa for anyone looking to experience the beauty and wonder of an African safari. This trip exceeded all our expectations and left us with memories that will last a lifetime.
