A walk safari in Uganda's wilderness
Likana Safaris Uganda
- Located In:
- Size:
- 5-10 employees (Founded in 2018)
- Member Of:
- AUTO, UTB & UWA
- Tour Types:
- Custom budget & mid-range tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $200 to $3,400 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
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Email Danielle | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
He promised the Big 5, I got the Big 5! This guy is amazing, and entertaining.
This once in a lifetime experience exceeded my expectations. Likana offered affordable prices, customized flexible itinerary, comfortable accommodation, delicious food, an all around personal experience that is unmatched. We saw the Big 5, took a ton of pictures, learned a lot of interesting facts about the animals and the location. We were greeted and treated like family. The tour guides are very accommodating and saw to the needs of my entire family, We had an incredible time and we always felt safe. I will definitely be going again!
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Email Shalonda | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Open communication and professionalism which exceeded my expectations.
Our group of 18 individuals from Louisiana ages ranged from 5 to 80+. As we prepared to visit Uganda (The Pearl of Africa) we knew that we needed tours and accommodations that would meet everyone’s needs. After reading many reviews, and seeking recommendations from family and friends, we felt at peace with selecting Likana Safaris Uganda as our tour company. Likana Safaris Uganda did not disappoint.
I explained to the team leader, Bonny Kagaba, some of the areas that we knew we wanted to visit, and he was able to make recommendations and created a personalized itinerary that went far beyond our expectations. We inquired about having an armed guard and a police escort to help maneuver through traffic. The team lead, Bonny, had it all set for us upon our arrival at Entebbe airport.
My children’s favorite activity was the rhino tracking at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary. The guides, Rogers and Nathan, were knowledgeable and safety was a top priority. The top of the falls at Murchison Falls National Park was a 10 out of 10 for me. I am unsure what my expectations were, but this tour of the most powerful waterfall in the world far exceeded it. We did have a member in our group who was physically challenged. When I saw the guides assist him with navigating up the path to see the waterfall, my heart melted. Nathan and Rogers went above and beyond to ensure everyone in their care received the full experience.
We stopped for lunch at Kabalega Diner which included options from vegetable curry to southern fried chicken and everything in between. They even had a kid’s menu.
The boat tour down the Nile River, for me was very nostalgic, as it brought me back to memories of my childhood as I read the biblical story of Moses being placed in this very River. Our guides showed us the best spots to take photos and even took a few for us so that we could obtain group shots together.
Our overnight safari accommodations were at Pakuba Safari Lodge in Murchison Falls National Park. A dinner and breakfast buffet were provided as well as quaint air-conditioned rooms with a mosquito net provided for the beds. Per my request to Bonny, the team lead, during the planning phase, the lodge was able to accommodate us with adjoining rooms with my husband and I in one and our children in the other.
The Game Drive was amazing. Likana Safari Uganda provided us with an open top vehicle which allowed the best views. Since our group was so big, we were in separate vehicles. Nathan, Rogers, and Bonny communicated with one another, to ensure everyone saw all of the animal encounters.
Shopping was completed at Buganda Road Crafts Centre in Kampala and we also visited the National Cultural Center while we are in the area. Accommodations for the rest of our days were at Skyz Hotel Protea Marriott. There we enjoyed top tier spa services, great buffets and live music.
If you are on the fence about which company to use, look no further. Bonny was very easy to work with. He answered all my questions and ensured that my children and the rest of our large group had an amazing experience. Likana Safaris Uganda is a 5 out of 5 for me.
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Email Anne Roos v Oord | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Excellent service
Thank you Bonny for planning our 21 days trip to Uganda for our family of 4. We had a spectacular time! The country is so diverse and the national parks are stunning! We traveled through the country with a Landcruiser 4x4, which was very comfortable. David was our driver/guide, and is also a high recommend! We visited Entebbe, Kampala, Jinja, Sipi, Kidepo Valley NP, Murchison NP, Kibale NP, Queen Elizabeth NP, Lake Mburo NP, and of course the highlight of the trip Bwindi NP. We saw lots of wildlife and were stunned by the beauty of Uganda’s nature. Thank you Likana Safaris team for all you have done for our family. Greetings from the Netherlands - Anne, Rutger, Yvonne, Pieter
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Email Philipp | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Likana Safaris organised our Safari Tour perfectly.
We found the safari tour on the website of safaribookings but still had some questions about the offer. The questions were answered very quickly and detailed. The price of our tour has changed inbetween but Likana Safaris Uganda offered us the tour for the old price. Regarding to the pick-up-point they were very flexible which was convenient for us.
The tour itself was perfectly organised and we were very satisfied. The driver was conducting the car very responsible. We felt safe at any time in the crowded traffic of Uganda. Also it was very uncomplicated to add some extra activities during our tour. Our accomodations were supposed to be from the budget category but in the end they were quite luxury. Also the food was very tasty.
There were only two points, which I think they could be improved. I would be very happy, if it would be possible to pay the bill also in other currencies apart from US-dollar, e.g. in euros. The other point is that Likana Safaris Uganda felt very responsible for us. There might be some groups that like those type of intensive care. But for us it felt too much sometimes. Despite this in total we highly recommend this tour operator and would book our next tour at Likana Safaris Uganda as well.
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Email Italo | 65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Professional and solicitous team
We contacted Likana Safaris Uganda for a three-day safari to the Murchison Falls and we ended up having a thoroughly enjoyable experience thanks to the professional and friendly Likana team.
Since the planning phase, we had a courteous and competent interaction that allowed tailoring the programme to our needs. In the safari we had Patrick as the driver, who was not only an accomplished driver but also a very well informed guide who, as a former ranger, gave us very interesting insights into the wildlife and the various issues related to it. We were accompanied by Bonny, too, who was a pleasant companion and always attentive to our needs and ready to readjust the schedule according to the changing needs and opportunities.
The safari drives were enjoyable and allowed us to see a lot of game, from elephants to oribis. Deserving particular mention a not too patient leopard with its arboreal pantry and the elegant crowned cranes. In the short cruise towards the falls, we could see some crocs and many hippos and enjoy the young but already majestic Nile relaxing after the drop, seen at a distance. On the following day, the walk at the top of the falls gave us a different view of the same river, thunderously plunging in a cloud of spray, leaving an unforgettable mark on our memory. On the way back we stopped at the Ziwa rhino sanctuary and took a short hike for a close encounter with these amazing beasts.
Altogether, it was an interesting and informative experience made more pleasant by the attention and professionality of the highly commended Likana Safaris crew.
We know where to look for our next safari in Uganda: Likana Safaris Uganda.
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Email Maxi | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Perfect days exploring the nature of Rwanda & Uganda - HIGHLY recommend :-)
Me and my friend travelled from Germany to Kigali and felt welcomed from the first minute.
We booked a 4-day Gorilla tour including some nature highlights of Rwanda and Uganda.
Andrew was our guide.
Bonny, the owner of Likana Safaris, also joined us on the tour.
Both were really cool and friendly guys.
They explained us a lot about the African life and culture and we had a wonderful time together .
On the first day, you visit the Genocide memorial in Kigali and drive to Volcanoes National Park, where you visit the Gorilla information center giving you a chance to learn more about this amazing creatures .
The drive from Kigali is very scenic.
The second day includes a trek to see Golden Monkeys, which are super cute and provide a good warm-up for the Gorillas on Day 3.
Gorilla trekking itself is in Uganda, meaning that you cross the border on the second day.
Undoubtely, the Gorilla trekking was the highlight of the tour. Going deeper and deeper into the jungle and finally getting the chance to see these friendly and fascinating animals in their natural habitat is a once in a lifetime experience, which is definitely worth the high permission rates (800$).
The rest of the tour you spend on Lake Bunyonyi, which gives you the opportunity to relax and see some nice Ugandan sceneries.
All in all, these 4 days were one of my all-time favorite travel experiences .
Worth mentioning are also the lodges where you sleep which all have a beautiful location in the middle of the nature .
What I highly appreciate is that although everything was perfectly organized, it never felt like a guided tour. More like a trip together with African friends.
Thank you to Likona Safaris for introducing us to your culture and showing us the Heart of Africa (Rwanda) as well as the Pearl of Africa (Uganda)!!!!
JP
Email Nakamura | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
I fully enjoyed the best of Uganda.
I participated in a tour of gorillas and national parks. There were no issues, everything went smoothly, and it was an intensely packed five days. The hotel was clean, and the food was delicious.
My guide, Nathan, was very kind and flexible with any small changes. He was also knowledgeable about birds and explained every species we observed. Above all, he was a funny guy, and it's no exaggeration to say that he made the trip more enjoyable.
The days spent traveling around Uganda in a Land Cruiser remain a vivid memory for me.
Email Karen | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
A day around Kampala
We had a wonderful experience on 24 July 2024. With some colleagues we booked a customized tour of Kampala. Our driver/guide was competent, friendly and patient. He really listened to our requests and went out of his way to assist.
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Email Charita | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The tour operator was very knowledgeable, and helpful throughout the entire Safari tour.
Murchison Falls National Park was an amazing experience in Uganda. The never-ending , most powerful waterfalls in the world was a sight to see. The awe-inspiring animals seen was like watching a movie. The olive baboons lined along the drive into the park, the elephants in their natural habitat, the giraffe walking to their young just to name a few of the animals seen along the drive.
In addition, the Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary was jaw dropping. It was a beautiful encounter to see the baby rhinoceros (calf) being protected by the adult rhino while eating. The Likana Safari created a memorable experience that I will do again and invite my friends to experience with me.
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Email Nana | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Friendly and knowledgeable
I had a super great trip with Likana Safaris. Our guide was super friendly and told us a lot of interesting things. Truly a unique experience.