Professional guide for Uganda and Rwanda and Congo
Safari Vacations and Travel Services
- Office In:
- Size:
- 1-5 employees (Founded in 2017)
- Member Of:
- USAGA & UTB
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $1,717 to $11,160 per person per day (MXN, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
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Email Hanna Rusetska | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing 8 days in Uganda
Amazing 8 Days in Uganda with Safari Vacation & Travel Services
I had an incredible 8-day journey in Uganda, perfectly organized from start to finish. Jason was always responsive, and even though my flight was delayed by 5 hours, my guide Bosco was waiting for me in Entebbe right on time.
We drove to Kibale for 2 days of chimpanzee trekking, then spent 3 days on safari in Queen Elizabeth National Park. I added a night safari and GPS tracking of large predators — and it was absolutely worth it. I finally saw three leopards very close, as well as lions.
After that, we visited Bwindi for gorilla trekking and Lake Bunyonyi, and as requested, I was transferred to Rwanda at the end of the trip.
The only small issue was a short car breakdown near the Equator, but it was fixed quickly. Accommodation was a pleasant surprise: although I asked for budget options, every place was comfortable, with good beds, great service, and excellent food.
I chose this company because of their flexibility and good prices when I first contacted them last year while planning Rwanda.(I traveled independently at thet time) I’m very glad I did.
Now I’m already dreaming of returning to Kibale for a longer chimpanzee experience — two days felt too short. The chimpanzees in Uganda are incredible and not afraid of people at all.
Bring rubber boots, sunscreen, and small cash for tips — and enjoy. Uganda is fun and not scary at all!
Highly recommended.
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Email Tobias | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great Experience
I did a 2day trip from Kigali to Akagera and it was a great experience - everything was perfectly organised and Rowland did a great job of driving me around in the park, trying to get as many sightings as possible, giving many explanations to what we saw (even knowing all the birds!) and takting very well care of me. The night in Akagera lodge was unforgettable as well and I definitly want to come back for many more tours
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Email Martin Persson | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A seamless, joyful adventure to Bwindi with an exceptional guide
We had the most wonderful and exciting time in Bwindi with our tour guide Muhwezi Shever. He picked us up in Musanze, Rwanda, drove us across the border to Uganda and up to Ruhija in Bwindi National Park, stayed with us throughout, and brought us safely home three days later.
Shever’s knowledge of the area — from the scenic road to Ruhija to the forest of Bwindi itself — truly brought the experience to life. His passion for bird life and nature was infectious, and thanks to him we spotted and identified species we would never have noticed on our own.
But beyond his expertise, Shever was simply a joy to be with. His easy-going warmth and good humor made every moment feel relaxed and fun — he was the kind of guide who turns a journey into something you find yourself laughing about long after you’re home. He handled all arrangements effortlessly, and whenever questions or misunderstandings came up he was always on hand to put our minds at ease.
We should also mention that communication with Jason at Safari Vacations ahead of the trip was smooth and straightforward from the start, making the whole experience stress-free before we’d even left home.
We could not recommend Safari Vacations more highly, and in particular traveling with Shever. He made our time in Bwindi truly memorable.
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Email Louise | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
A knowledgeable, fun guide and at the same time a safe driver.
Easy to communicate both via WhatsApp and in person. Always accommodating your wishes and give good advice on questions.
Supporting of every query and making sure everyone was having a good time!
The timekeeping was very good both on the longer drives (when crossing the border between Rwanda and Uganda and also for heading out on trekking.
Our great guide was Muhwezi Shever, who also is very good for birding!
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Email Marc | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
An unforgettable, immersive journey through Uganda
Our experience with Safari Vacations Tour Agency was super nice from start to finish. This was not just a safari—it was a holistic, deeply immersive journey into Uganda’s landscapes, wildlife, and communities.
The wildlife and scenery were absolutely next level. From dramatic landscapes to jaw-dropping animal encounters, every day delivered moments that felt unreal. Beyond nature, what truly elevated the experience was the human side: everywhere we went, people were genuinely warm, welcoming, and proud to share their country with us. You really feel connected to Uganda, not just passing through it.
A massive highlight was our guide, Smith. His positive energy, deep local knowledge, and passion for Uganda set the tone for the entire trip. He consistently went above and beyond to show us the best of his country and make every moment meaningful. If you’re booking with this agency, I highly recommend asking for Smith—he’s a real asset and makes the experience exceptional.
If there’s one area for improvement, it would be planning a bit more activity density on certain days. We’re very energetic travelers and had a few days with extra free time where we would have happily added more experiences. This is something that could easily be anticipated and fine-tuned before the trip.
Overall, an incredible experience that exceeded expectations. We’re already looking back at photos from the journey and reliving the highlights. Highly recommended for anyone looking for an authentic, high-impact way to experience Uganda.
Email Noa | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Amazing experience
We loved Uganda and Safari Vacations and Travel Services. We used them to travel from Kigali to Bwindi, and spent three nights there at Kaara Lodge. Jason the owner was extremely helpful and answered all emails quickly, and amended the itinerary to suit us. Our guide Edgar was the best, he was always on time, drove carefully, and answered any questions we had. When we found ourselves with an afternoon spare he suggested different activities we could do. It was a bucketlist holiday, the gorillas were just incredible, and we also enjoyed visiting the local tribes and seeing the beautiful Ugandan scenery. Would highly recommend this company for the service and price.
Email Alex | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing Experience
Great experience since the beginining. The transportation to Uganda was excellent, the trekking was an absolute amazing experience. We got to see a gorilla family really close to us. The lunch at the end of the tour was algo really good. Highly recommended.
Email Kim | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The best and reliable experience I could have ask for.
This was a great experience coming from United States. Jason was very easy to communicate with and was very fast at emailing back or on what’s app. He made the process too easy. I had a motorcycle accident two days prior and was not sure if I could go on this mountain gorilla trekking, last second I decide I was able to. He came to pick me up on time at 0300, the vehicle was nice, clean and reliable. His English is very good and easy to understand. He had the best price compared to others.
Email Adam | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Efficient and worthwhile tour experience
Our tour was a very worthwhile experience, a day trip from Kigali to see the gorillas in Mgahinga National park. The gorillas themselves were amazing, and the tour operator was able to accommodate us on very short notice to make it happen. We had two drivers, Alex who was clearly very experienced and helped with the border crossing, and Benson who was a joy from his genuine enthusiasm and passion of what we were doing
Email Brianna | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Once in a lifetime experience.
I'm very grateful for our experience with Safari Vacations! We did a 4 day trip that included seeing the Rwandan Genocide Memorial in Kigali, a chimpanzee habituation trek in Kibale National Park, and a Gorilla trek in Bwindi National Park. Leading up to the trip, Jason, the Director, was very communicative and I appreciated his prompt responses to my questions. Darius, our guide and driver, was very kind and was responsible for picking us up from the airport and driving us to our destinations. I expected long travel days, but have to admit the days were longer than expected. I'm glad we went to Kibale but in retrospect I think I would have built in another stop or day to break it up a bit. It ended up being ~7.5H in the car to drive from Kigali to Kibale and then ~6H the following day to drive back down from Kibale to Bwindi. Seeing the chimpanzees was a cool experience, but seeing gorillas in Bwindi was what really made our trip memorable. Bwindi was a beautiful park and it was special getting to spend time with gorillas in their natural habitat.
The lodges we stayed in were definitely rustic but everyone was very kind and the food was good.
The trip was expensive, but I think considering seeing gorillas and chimpanzees in their natural habitat was a once in a lifetime experience it was worth it. I also appreciated that the money for the permits contributes both towards the animals' conservation and towards the local economy. All in all I would recommend Safari Vacations to friends and family!
