20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
They were easy to work with and ensured that our safari was memorable!
We thoroughly enjoyed taking a safari with African Big Cats. Naomi and Salim were incredibly helpful with getting our trip set up. Everything, from our accommodations to the food to the hospitality, exceeded our expectations. Emmanuel met with us on our first night in to review our trip, which we greatly appreciated.
Our tour guide, Lovoi, was incredible! He was knowledgeable of every park we were in and every animal we came across. He was very friendly and funny as well. We really enjoyed spending our trip with him.
Our weather was beautiful. While it is beyond anyone's control, we wanted to mention that having our trip at the end of April and beginning of May was a wonderful time of year.
RU
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Highly recommended
We express our gratitude to the travel company "Extraordinary Ethiopian Tours" for the superbly organized tour to the Danakil Depression, Erta Ale volcano, Dalol, and the Salt Lake! It was one of the most memorable and unusual trips of our lives.
Each location was stunning in its beauty and uniqueness. The fantastic landscapes of Dalol, with their incredible colors and geothermal formations, looked like the set of a sci-fi film. The majestic and rugged Danakil Depression amazed us with its scale, and a visit to the salt lake and endless salt fields was a truly unique experience – the dazzling white expanses, the unusual shapes of the salt formations, and the stunning views made it feel like we were on another planet.
The ascent to Erta Ale with its living lava lake was also an unforgettable experience.
I would especially like to commend the excellent organization of the route, the professionalism of the guides, and the attentiveness of the team throughout the entire trip. Everything was smooth, comfortable, and safe, allowing us to fully focus on the experience and enjoy every moment.
We recommend Extraordinary Ethiopian Tours to anyone who dreams of seeing some of the most amazing places on Earth. This trip will remain etched in our memories forever!
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Thank you Wild Uganda and Brian!
My partner and I traveled Rwanda and Uganda with Wild Uganda, and our guide/ driver Brian was amazing. He picked us up from the airport on day one and dropped us off at the end, with no stress on either end. He quickly helped us through lodge check-ins, getting to/ from airports, and getting across the Rwanda-Uganda border. Having all of those things handled while abroad was immensely helpful.
Brian’s knowledge of the wildlife and landscape was exceptional and really added to the trip. On a driving safari, he spotted animals that no other guides around us caught— including leopards, which are notoriously difficult to find. He was equally knowledgeable when it came to our own questions, offering answers and facts to about anything we saw.
Wild Uganda helped us customize our trip entirely, which we loved. Brian also helped us shift things day-of as plans changed. If a trek wrapped early or Brian thought there was something nearby worth seeing, the plan would simply adjust. That kind of flexibility made the trip feel much more like our own exploration than a pre-packaged tour.
Brian was also a great driver, the car was always clean, and he always had fresh water ready. The whole trip made us excited to return to Uganda and we can’t recommend Brian enough. Thank you!
BE
Unforgettable moment
We spent a truly timeless, unforgettable moment on this safari with our incredible guide, Jeremiah. The breathtaking scenery and the extraordinary encounters with wildlife made this experience truly special. We would like to thank Jeremiah for his patience and positive attitude throughout this unforgettable adventure. We will definitely be back! 🤩
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The Greatest Adventure
This was the adventure of a lifetime! Wild Uganda amazed us in so many ways.
I emailed many operators when we started planning our Uganda and Rwanda trip. From the first message I was struck by Wild Uganda’s professionalism, dependability, and value. I corresponded with Ernest who had a deep knowledge and helped us craft a custom itinerary that checked everything on our list. We wanted to see a lot of gorillas and chimps while also getting a taste of the savannah. This was offered at a very attractive price and we locked it in.
We were met at the airport by our guide Brian and over the course of 9 days and 1200km we got to know him and his country, Uganda. Brian was a highlight of the trip - not only did he take care of all the details for us day-to-day, he was a wonderful ambassador of Ugandan culture and we felt like we learned so much from him. He also arranged an extra banana gin tasting experience that hadn’t been on the itinerary. And also his knowledge of the different gorilla families helped us get into a trekking group that saw a gorilla family with a ton of babies - our favorite! Another highlight - Brian spotted some antelopes in the distance that were all looking in one direction - we went to investigate and saw two leopards stalking them!!
The trekking itself was beyond awesome. Cutting through the rainforest with machetes we felt like explorers of old. We were left speechless by the power of the mighty silverbacks and felt such a connection to the families with babies wrestling and beating their chests. It was the coolest experience imaginable.
Upon arriving home I started recommending Wild Uganda to family, friends, and anyone else who would listen to me!
TW
Nice and warm team
The whole team is really nice, and they take care of details. They are a relatively small company and that’s their advantage. Tell them what you need, and they will do their best to help you tailor your trip. Warm and nice experience with Almasi.🙂
CL
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing Experience in Uganda with Buyaga Safari
I would like to sincerely thank the Buyaga Safari team for the 5-day tour I did with them.
The service from the very beginning was spectacular. They answered all my questions, and Erick, my guide, was amazing.
I felt safe, comfortable, and accompanied throughout the experience, and I was very happy to be welcomed by such a wonderful team.
The tour was incredible. I chose the “5 Days Gorilla and Chimpanzee Trekking” tour, and it was an excellent choice. The timing was perfect, and every detail of the tour was well coordinated by the Buyaga team.
When I was worried about the Ebola situation in the country, they guided me and helped answer my questions. I want to emphasize that I had absolutely no issues entering the country; I only had to complete an entry form.
Thank you so much. I 100% recommend them.
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Harilala provided a wonderful experience to enjoy the national parks and preserves!
Harilala was wonderful to work with; responsive and clear in his communication. He had excellent staff driving me safely and guiding me in the national parks and preserves. I was a solo traveler!
I contracted his company based on the review of coworkers and I was not disappointed! He even designed my trip with a one week interruption for a medical mission trip I was on. During the medical mission I had to postpone resuming my tour because one day and he totally understood!
I saw a lot of animals and plants unique to Madagascar. My guides were not afraid to answer my questions so I could understand the culture and economy of Madagascar.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Absolutely Amazing!
I recently visited the Nyungwe Rainforest for the canopy walk and had an absolutely wonderful experience, largely thanks to our guide Darius. From the moment we got in the car, it was clear we were in good hands — the drive was smooth, safe, and comfortable, which made a big difference on those winding forest roads.
Darius was genuinely one of the best guides I've had anywhere. He was incredibly kind and attentive throughout the whole trip, but what really stood out was his sense of humour — he kept us laughing the entire time and made the experience feel fun and relaxed rather than like a standard tourist excursion. You could tell he genuinely loves what he does.
The canopy walk itself was breathtaking, and having someone like Darius guiding us through it made it even more memorable. If you're visiting Nyungwe, I cannot recommend him highly enough. Ask for Darius — you won't regret it!
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An amazing experience
After carefully considering a few different safari companies, I am beyond thrilled that I chose Bobu Africa for my birthday trip.
From start to finish, they were extremely detailed and caring.
This was my family's and I first safari experience and it was amazing.
Our guide was Fred (Fredrick) and he was so kind, knowledgeable and patient.
He truly made our trip unforgettable and we were fortunate enough to spot the Big 5 with time to spare during our safari.
I can't recommend Bobu Africa enough.
Thank you to Fred, Alexander and the entire Bobu Arfica team for everything you did to make our vacation one to remember.
