Pamoja Tours and Travel staff
Pamoja Tours and Travel (Entebbe, UG)
- Office In:
- Size:
- 5-10 employees (Founded in 2013)
- Member Of:
- AUTO, UWA & UCF
- Tour Types:
- Custom budget & mid-range tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $130 to $1,000 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
for a custom tour
Your request will be sent directly to the operator
If preferred, you can contact the operator directly
Reviews
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Email yasuko onizawa | 65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
A chain of miracles
However, [pamoja Tours and Travel] responded to my inquiries promptly and courteously, and was flexible in accommodating my requests.
Also, despite the private nature of the tour, they were more conscientious than other companies, so I highly recommend them.
My driver, Davis, kindly supported me, even though I don't speak English, and I was able to complete the 13-day tour safely and with wonderful memories. Without him, this miracle would never have happened.
"The Jewel of Uganda"
1. A dream I never gave up on became a reality.
A dream I had once given up on. To alleviate my anxiety, I decided to take the opposite route instead of the usual one, and as a result, I encountered a herd of silverbacks in just 30 minutes under clear skies!
And when the silverbacks suddenly came toward me, I was filled with joy and happiness that surpassed my fear.
2. A phantom leopard I had never seen before was right in front of me.
Riding with a ranger, I received quiet yet tense orders to move other vehicles out of the way. Only the lead vehicle was allowed to watch a leopard emerge from the bush right in front of us, walking and climbing a tree. After the other six vehicles had left, we had lunch in the car, making eye contact with the leopard.
Afterwards, we spent some relaxing time with two tree-climbing lions.
A miraculous event that money can't buy, and time passed quietly, filled with the utmost happiness.
③ The sight of a crippled king
During an evening game drive, a male lion lost his ankle in a trap while alone. Unable to reach his itchy body, he desperately licked it.
Learning of the unconditional love that continues to support his brother, I was moved to tears by the deep sadness and compassion. I hoped that he would survive.
④ Tattered clothes but shining eyes
Even in an orphanage or living in poverty, the innocence of children waving to us on the roadside soothes our hearts.
It was overflowing with the purity that we have lost without realizing it amidst an abundance of material things.
5. A people driven from the forest. The Batwa people were forced from their land as a price for protecting the gorillas, and they faced the harsh reality of extreme poverty, discrimination, and loss of their culture. They were smiling as they danced, but when it ended, a sense of loss overwhelmed them, and they felt a painful sadness.
There are many more stories to tell, but the people of Uganda were so kind that it felt like my heart was purified.
Please enjoy a wonderful trip with Pamoja Tours and Travel!
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Email Josianne | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing. Pamoja is perfection 🙌🏽
From the get-go, Regina was absolutely wonderful when it came to communicating, putting together a great program, adjusting details and tailoring my trip. Super responsive and trustworthy. I am a solo female traveler and I have to say Pamoja made me feel welcome all the way from booking to being in Uganda.
My guide and driver Hamindu is just a wonderful person. Felt at ease and welcomed from day one and we had the best trip ever, saw tons of places and animals and through it all Hamindu was truly a terrific and professional person to have around. Felt very safe and enjoyed every second.
Don’t hesitate. Go for it. Uganda 🇺🇬 is a fantastic place to visit and Pamoja is the ideal way to support a local and conscious small business that gives back to community as well. An all around winner 🏆
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Email Curtis | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Exceeds every expectation, beyond amazing.
Pamoja Tours exceeded expectations in every possible way. Regina was absolutely phenomenal in helping me organize our dream safari. We booked well in advance, and I must have sent Regina 40 emails leading up to our trip. She answered every one of them promptly, often within a couple of hours, and gave wonderfully detailed answers to every question I had. She went above and beyond to accommodate our every request. Words cannot express how great a job she did. I booked a private safari to Uganda for three people for two weeks and was able to customize every single day to ensure we were doing what we wanted and staying where we wanted.
Upon arrival at the airport, we were greeted by our guide, Amos, and although it sounds cliché, he quite honestly became a friend during our stay. The next time I go back to Africa, I will send Amos a message first to ensure he is free on the dates we want to travel before booking with Pamoja Tours. He, too, exceeded all expectations. His knowledge and passion for the wildlife you will encounter on a safari are unmatched. His spotting skills are ridiculously good, and he makes you feel welcome and part of the family from day one. But best of all, it is his passion and love for nature that is simply contagious, and his stamina is unbelievable. He was constantly offering to go just a little bit further because another great spot was up ahead. At no point did we ever feel rushed or short on time. We only went back to the lodge when we had requested because Amos was always keen to see more wildlife.
Our two weeks in Uganda were like nothing else. We saw every animal we went there to see, from Gorillas to Shoebills to Hyenas, Leopards, Lions, Chimps, Elephants, Giraffes, breathtaking waterfalls and more. Basically, you name it, we saw it.
I cannot recommend Pamoja Tours enough. Regina will be with you every step of the way, ensuring your vacation is exactly how you want it. Once you arrive, I promise you will have the time of your life. Uganda is a beautiful country, the parks are not crowded, and the people are beyond friendly. 10/10 recommend. Just writing this review is already making me think about booking another trip. We came away with nothing but fond memories.
Curtis.
Email Diana | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Professional, knowledgeable and attentive
We traveled with Pamoja Tours recently, and we could not be happier with our 7 days Uganda trip. They were incredibly helpful from the very beginning (very patient answering all of my questions and even changing itinerary details when necessary). Regina, at the office, made excellent recommendations that allowed us to tailor our tour to exactly our taste and needs. We had last minute flight changes and she was able to re-arrange things with no problem. Allan, our driver during the trip, was equally professional and very knowledgeable. And what a trip it was!! Excellent hotels chosen to our specification, great activities that allowed us to do exactly what we wanted (even visiting a school), and the beauty of Uganda that is unparalleled. We had great experiences with chimpanzees and gorillas. Completely unforgettable. Thank you so very much, Pamoja Tours, four our amazing trip. Uganda is really the pearl of Africa, and you were GREAT.
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Email Roland | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Perfectly organized
Our tour was perfect. Our favourite lodge was the Nile safari lodge.
David was the perfect guy to drive us safely from experience to experience. Thanks David.
Communication with Gina was always kind and helpful. Thanks Gina,too.
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Email Douglas Pitman | 65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Pamoja Tours Wonderful 14 day Uganda Safari
We did a 14-day Uganda Safari with Gorillas, Chimps and Wildlife Luxury Safari. Our itinerary was customized a bit from the original plan, and Pamoja Tours was very flexible in adapting it to exactly what we wanted.
Regina at Pamoja was wonderful to work with during the planning process. She offered thoughtful advice and clear options as we worked through what we wanted to see and do, and the type of accommodations that best suited us. We invited another couple to join us, so there were four of us traveling together, which worked out beautifully.
We were picked up at the airport by Amos, who was easily one of the best guides we’ve had across more than five African safari trips in seven different countries. Amos was with us for the entire journey and was extremely knowledgeable, professional, and well trained. Beyond that, he was attentive, calm, and genuinely invested in making sure we had a great experience every single day.
From a safety and logistics standpoint, everything was handled smoothly — vehicles were well maintained, driving was careful, park procedures were clearly explained, and we always felt safe, well informed, and well looked after.
The itinerary covered a wonderful range of Uganda’s national parks and landscapes, each with its own character. We spent time in Murchison Falls National Park, where game drives and a boat cruise along the Nile gave us close-up views of elephants, giraffes, hippos, and crocodiles, capped off by the dramatic sight of the Nile forcing its way through the narrow gorge at the falls.
In Kibale Forest National Park, we experienced chimp trekking and chimp habituation, which was intense, fascinating, and incredibly rewarding. Watching the chimps up close in their natural environment was unforgettable.
We also visited Queen Elizabeth National Park, where classic savanna game drives were paired with a boat safari on the Kazinga Channel. The density of wildlife along the water — hippos, buffalo, elephants, and countless birds — was remarkable.
The journey concluded in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, the highlight for us and the primary reason for the trip: mountain gorilla trekking.
Our accommodations overall were wonderful. One one-night stay did not quite meet our expectations, but it had an incredible view that helped offset the shortcoming. Aside from that, the lodges were clean and comfortable, the food was consistently good, and the staff everywhere made us feel welcome and genuinely interested in our having a great stay.
We experienced everything you hope for on a safari vacation — morning game drives, afternoon and evening drives, and even boat-based game viewing. Each park felt distinct, which kept the trip engaging from start to finish.
The true highlights for us were seeing the chimpanzees and the gorillas. We did the chimp habituation first, and it was physically challenging (we are in our late 70s), to the point where we were unsure how we would manage the more demanding gorilla habituation trek.
This is where Amos truly went above and beyond. He arranged what they affectionately call an “Ugandan helicopter” for my wife — a sturdy chair carried by porters using poles. It took a total of 16 porters to make the trek possible. The cost was very reasonable ($300 plus tip), and since seeing the gorillas was a primary reason for the trip, it was an absolutely perfect solution.
One of our friends also had knee trouble on the steep terrain, and another “helicopter” was quickly arranged to assist him as well. Everyone involved was kind, patient, and genuinely happy to help us achieve what was truly a trip of a lifetime.
We would highly recommend Pamoja Tours and Travel for this type of safari and would not hesitate to use them again for other destinations. This was a memorable, well-run, and deeply rewarding experience from start to finish.
Email Kyle Elworth | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Pamoja Tours and Travel provides me with an experience of a lifetime.
Even though it was short notice Gina planned an amazing trip for me from Kampala. She handled all the details and provided me with an incredible experience. Hez, my guide, did an amazing job and was such a fun person to travel with. His driving was safe and the places and animals he showed me were more than I ever could have imagined. Pamoja Tours made my first trip to Uganda an experience I'll never forget and I'm looking forward to my next visit.
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Email Jack | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Real professionals with fantastic communication, an amazing itinerary, and unparalleled knowledge
We had the trip of a lifetime with Pamoja Tours and Travel and our fantastic guide, Amos.
The itinerary was expertly crafted by the Pamoja team, taking us across Uganda's stunning landscapes and giving us so many memorable moments (the itinerary can be flexibly customised to fit your needs). The communication from Pamoja was always seamless, the accommodation choices were spot on, and the wildlife encounters exceeded our expectations.
What was particularly noticeable was the knowledge and professionalism of our guide Amos regarding the local flora and fauna - we learned an incredible amount during our 9 day trip and that was thanks to Amos answering our endless list of questions and sharing his knowledge with us.
I would recommend this operator to anyone wanting a really professional and high-quality safari experience.
Email Peggy | 65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
He was flexible
My family went to Uganda to visit our brother who is a religious. We had Pamjola take us on a tour and they were fabulous. Our driver Sam was excellent. Highly recommended.
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Email Richard Leggat | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
A fabulous 9 day Ugandan safari with Pamoja Tours and Travel who were excellent in every respect.
My wife, son and his girlfriend- now fiancee- had a fabulous 9 day safari in Uganda with Pamoja Tours and Travel. Pamoja and our guide Amos were outstanding - communication pre trip was excellent and Amos was fantastic - very knowledgeable on all things wildlife and Uganda generally, a good driver and excellent company. The highlights were the 4 hours we spent with the chimpanzees on the habituation tour, the early morning game drives and the Murchison falls and Nile river. We saw the big five and many, many other impressive animals. Uganda was fascinating to drive through and seeing how other people live. For anyone thinking about a safari I would thoroughly recommend Uganda and Pamoja tours...who also take people to Kenya, Rwanda and Tanzania... it was one of those 'trips of a lifetime'!