KZ
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Thoughtful, expert-led Uganda tours rich in wildlife, birds, and culture.
We had an unforgettable tour through Uganda with Elias, and I can honestly say he made the whole journey much deeper and more meaningful.
He is very organized, but also incredibly kind, attentive, and thoughtful. He always knew where to stop for the best views, quiet moments, or good photos. During the drives, he never just took us from one place to another. He explained what we were seeing: the landscapes, the Virunga volcanoes, the Kazinga Channel between Lake George and Lake Edward, the places where savanna turns into forest, and so many small details that a visitor would never understand from a guidebook alone.
What impressed me most was how deeply he knows Uganda: its wildlife, nature, traditions, everyday life, and culture. He told us about gorillas, chimpanzees, rhinos, animal behavior, plants, local customs, holidays, and the way people live. It felt not just like a tour, but like a natural-history expedition through the country.
And for me personally, as a birdwatcher, the biggest surprise was that Elias is also a very experienced birder. He helped me identify birds, explained field marks, compared similar species and subspecies, used a bird guide to show the details, and seemed to know the book almost by heart. He even gave me little “homework” after our bird sightings: to compare different subspecies of the Grey Crowned Crane in my photos and in the field guide, noticing small details such as the red facial patch and other field marks. It was such a fun and memorable part of the trip.
Thanks to him, I managed to add around 160 bird lifers during this trip. Let’s just say my eBird list from Uganda is something a fellow birder might be both impressed by and a little jealous of.
After this journey, I feel truly inspired to come back and do a dedicated birding tour with Elias, across Uganda or even wider East Africa.
I highly recommend Elias to anyone who wants more than a standard safari. If you want an adventure with beautiful wildlife, birds, plants, landscapes, culture, and a real understanding of the country, he is exactly the guide you hope to meet.
DE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An unforgettable safari experience with Suricata Safaris
Our 5-day safari with Suricata Safaris was absolutely fantastic and exceeded all of our expectations. We visited Tarangire National Park, Lake Manyara National Park, the Serengeti, and the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater. Every single day was filled with unforgettable moments and incredible wildlife sightings.
A very special thank you goes to our guide, Luther. With his experience, extensive knowledge, and warm personality, he made this trip truly exceptional. He had an incredible eye for spotting animals and ensured that we experienced many spectacular encounters. At the same time, he shared his passion and knowledge about Tanzania’s wildlife, nature, and culture with great enthusiasm.
The entire trip was perfectly organized. Everything ran smoothly, the accommodations were excellent, and the food was always fresh, varied, and delicious. Everyone at Suricata Safaris was friendly, helpful, and made sure that we felt comfortable and well taken care of throughout the journey.
You can truly feel the passion and professionalism behind Suricata Safaris. Thanks to the entire team, and especially to Luther, we created memories that will stay with us for a lifetime.
We highly recommend Suricata Safaris and would not hesitate to book another safari with them in the future. Thank you for this extraordinary experience!
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Asante sana, Luther and the entire Suricata team!
DE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
very experienced driver!
I can highly recommend this safari! We were out for three days and saw almost all the animal species native to Masai Mara National Park. Our driver, Kush, was very friendly and experienced. He took us to fantastic spots and enabled us to see a wide variety of animals—including rare ones like leopards and cheetahs. Kush knew exactly when it was worth staying longer to observe the animals and when it was better to move on, so we didn't waste any time. He also catered to our wishes and was truly committed to ensuring everyone was happy! I am so glad he was our driver. It was three wonderful, exciting days. Thank you, Kush! 🙏🏻
ES
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Best choice!
Our honeymoon was absolutely unforgettable, and a huge part of that was thanks to this outstanding tour agency.
From the very beginning, Mwanaidi was wonderful to work with. She was incredibly patient, quick to respond, and took great care in helping us plan a trip that perfectly matched what we were looking for. Her attention to detail and dedication made the entire planning process easy and enjoyable.
A very special thank you goes to Fadelhi, who exceeded all of our expectations. He was not only highly knowledgeable and professional, but also incredibly friendly, engaging, and fun to spend time with. His enthusiasm, local expertise, and commitment to making sure we had the best possible experience were evident every day. He consistently went the extra mile to ensure that every moment of our honeymoon was memorable.
Everything was organized flawlessly, allowing us to relax and fully enjoy this special time together. Thank you, Mwanaidi and Fadelhi, for making our honeymoon such a remarkable and unforgettable experience. We highly recommend this agency to anyone looking for a truly outstanding trip.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Responsive and helpful
Excellent service start to finish. Our first shout out to Lincoln who was our POC for everything from booking the vacation, filling out stuff, answering all our questions and for being always responsive and helpful.
Second shout out to the service we received while in the car and at the hotels. Strong free wifi always in the car no matter how remote the location we were in, we always had the fastest and reliable internet. A mini fridge with unlimited water and cold drinks for us at all times. While at the hotels we were always received with a warm welcome, an excellent service, amazing food options, helpful staff, clean and cozy rooms.
Lastly, and biggest shout out to our amazing driver Patrick who drove us everywhere from start to finish. From picking us up from the hotels, taking us on game drives, patiently waiting for us to take pictures of all the beautiful animals no matter how many times we ask him to stop for a quick snap, for his impeccable driving skills in one of the most challenging terrains I have even experienced, for his absolutely incredible memory to remember every single location for our hotels, all the crazy roads without any sings, while still managing to find the best spots to see wildlife every single time.
Patrick is one of the rare gems who knew was extremely patient with us, kind, caring and helpful. His knowledge of identifying every unique animal and bird was always on point.
I cannot recommend enough how much we enjoyed as a family of 4, if we ever decide to do this all over again, we will not hesitate to book again with Imara African Safari.
IT
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fantastic 6-Day Family Safari Experience!
We recently completed a 6-day safari with Ekarua Wild Safaris, and it was an incredible experience for our family. From the very beginning, Brignie was our main contact and made everything so easy to arrange. She was responsive, helpful, and always available to answer our questions before the trip.
During the safari, our guides Michael and Victor took excellent care of us and our kids. They were knowledgeable, friendly, and incredibly patient. They made sure our children stayed engaged and excited throughout the journey, and honestly, the kids enjoyed the safari even more than we expected! Every day was filled with excitement as they spotted lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, and so many other animals.
Michael and Victor went above and beyond to make sure we had the best wildlife sightings while keeping the experience fun and comfortable for the whole family. Their passion for wildlife and their kindness really made a difference.
The entire trip was well organized, stress-free, and full of unforgettable memories. Seeing the joy on our children's faces throughout the safari was the highlight for us. We highly recommend Ekarua Wild Safaris to anyone, especially families traveling with kids. Thank you, Brignie, Michael, and Victor, for giving us such a wonderful adventure!
AE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Richard for being an amazing guide who reluctanctlessly made sure we left for the safaris on time.
Let me begin with Tabitha who has managed to pave a way to provide a smooth experience for us at Kenya.
I just needed to tell her that I’m going for my honeymoon and there she was with the itinerary.
Richard for being an amazing guide who reluctanctlessly made sure we left for the safaris on time without any delays during the early morning.
He always made sure we have had a beautiful sight of the wildlife, made sure we have clicked pictures.
He was always ready with a solution whenever we needed any problem solving required.
The rooms that was booked were atmost best camps we have stayed in our journey. We are Grateful to be part of Axis journey.
We couldn’t have asked for a better team
NL
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Trip of a lifetime with the most knowledgeable guide that exceeded all expectations
We booked a private 1 week safari tour with suricata safaris that took us through Tarangire, Manyara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro. We came in with high expectations and somehow the experience still blew our minds. The tour is well organized, with great accommodations and delicious food everyday. Most of all, our guide Elias was so knowledgeable and answered every question we asked. His passion for animals was inspiring and made us appreciate every scenery and sighting. His experience in navigating each park also allowed us to see the big five and 81 lions throughout the trip! Definitely choose suricata safaris as your safaris operator and request for Elias for an unforgettable experience!
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Professional, attentive, and genuinely committed to creating a seamless and unforgettable safari.
We had an incredible experience with Kojuu on our honeymoon and would highly recommend them to anyone planning a safari in Tanzania.
Our guide, Leonard, was absolutely fantastic. He took the time to explain the animals, their behaviors, and the ecosystems we were exploring, which made every game drive even more interesting. His knowledge, patience, and enthusiasm truly helped make the safari a memorable and special experience.
We also worked closely with Jessca while planning our trip, and she was incredibly helpful throughout the entire process. She was responsive, organized, and made sure every detail was taken care of. I have food allergies, and she ensured they were communicated to all of our accommodations and even considered when arranging packed lunches for our game drives, which gave us great peace of mind.
The accommodations throughout the trip were excellent, and every lodge and camp exceeded our expectations. We visited Tarangire, Ngorongoro Crater, and the Serengeti, and were fortunate enough to see all of the Big Five. It was truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience and the perfect honeymoon adventure.
Thank you to Leonard, Jessca, and the entire Kojuu team for creating such an unforgettable trip!
CA
Our fantastic second trip with Epic Uganda Vacation!
In February, 2026, the two of us enjoyed a wonderful nine day private tour through beautiful Uganda, using Epic Uganda Vacation! This was our second trip with this company, having spent eight days with them in Rwanda in 2025. We have enjoyed all aspects of working with Epic Uganda, from the seamless organization and prompt communication through Jonathan in the office, to the excellent guiding and driving by Moses! Highlights of this trip included: chimpanzee trekking in Kibale National Park, a wildlife filled boat tour of the Kazinga Channel in Queen Elizabeth National Park, a walking safari in Lake Mburo National Park, and a motorized canoe trip in the Mabamba Wetland to see the amazing shoebill stork!
We thought that our tour gave us great value for the money, and would not hesitate to recommend this company! Rest assured that, from the moment that you exit the airport, to the moment that you return there, you will be in great hands with Epic Uganda Vacation!
Paula and John, Calgary, Canada