Some members from our Team in Queen Elizabeth NP
Safari 2 Gorilla Tours
- Office In:
- Size:
- 5-10 employees (Founded in 2012)
- Member Of:
- AUTO & UTB
- Tour Types:
- Custom budget tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $150 to $400 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
Email Jeffrey | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Professional, responsive, flexible
Safari 2 Gorilla Tours (S2GT) organized the Gorilla Habituation trek in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest (Uganda) for me, including itinerary, transportation (from/to Kigali), Forest permit and accommodation. Aron of S2GT was my point of contact to discuss itinerary, cost, payment timing and linking me to my transportation driver (Dan). Aron provided clear information and instructions, replied promptly to my queries and worked with me on payment timing due to uncertain circumstances (worldwide oil disruption). Aron followed my trip, in the background, from start to finish. S2GT’s pricing was also the most affordable of three companies I contacted.
Dan, my driver, was fantastic - professional, safe, knowledgeable, client-focused and an interesting conversationalist.
The Gorilla Habitation trek was all and more than I had expected; simply beautiful, humbling, raw and adventurous. The Forest Rangers from the Uganda Wildlife Authority — Chris (lead), Gideon & Chris — and the trackers (Michael, Meti & Silver) were professional, protective, skillful and client-focused.
The accommodations (~35 minutes from the trek entrance) — Lake Mulehe Gorilla Lodge — was in a serene setting overlooking a lake with a volcano in the background. The staff were professional, courteous and client-focused. The grounds were simple, pleasant. The rooms were clean, simple, comfortable.
All in all, Safari 2 Gorilla Tours did all they could to ensure my trip was smooth and memorable. Truly an amazing experience.
Based on my experience, I would highly recommend Safari 2 Gorilla Tours for your East Africa experience.
Email Philip | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Perfect customizable tour for anyone in the Uganda, Rwanda, Kenya area
I was referred to Safari 2 Gorilla Tours by someone who had used them years ago. I wanted to make sure I was getting a reputable and legitimate guide for a trip that was to be a lifetime dream. I got just that and I’m so happy I did.
You can approach it several ways. Let them know some general things that you’d like to do as well as a length of a tour and they will customize something for you. I basically told them I wanted to see gorillas and anything else they thought was interesting. They made a great trip for me, mostly in Uganda, where I got to spend time with gorillas, chimpanzees, golden monkeys and so much more. I like to walk so, for example, they arranged a couple of additional walks with local guides to show me areas behind the scenes that I would never have found otherwise.
The accommodations were also good, locations were great and the scenery was spectacular.
I strongly suggest using them because they’ll give you a great tour and you won’t have to worry about anything. They take care of it all. Meals, transportation, lodging, entrance fees, etc. They know the area well and you’ll be well taken care of. Go for it and plan your adventure!
CA
Email Linda | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Communication was excellent and the tour operator was very responsible.
The tour operator, Aron was extremely helpful and communicative during the travel arrangements and booking. He was very flexible and provided excellent suggestions. The tour was very well run, and the guide/driver, Martin was very knowledgeable and responsible. Everything was on time and very well organized. As a single woman travelling I was never worried or concerned. And the accommodations were spectacular! Overall, an amazing 5 days that will last with me forever!
Email Megan | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Incredible Trip
We chose Martin as our driver because, during our initial communication over WhatsApp, he came across as extremely knowledgeable and was excellent at answering all of our questions. I’m happy to say that our first impressions were absolutely correct.
Martin was an incredible driver who took great care of us throughout the seven days we spent together. He communicated clearly and consistently throughout the trip, helped us manage logistics, and made the entire journey feel seamless and stress-free.
Martin was incredibly informative, answering all the questions we had, from questions about the wildlife we saw to the history of the country. He even accompanied us on game drives and was often more informative than some of the guides we met. Along the way, he recommended fantastic places to stop and visit, which made the experience even more special.
The car was extremely comfortable and spacious, which made long drives very enjoyable. Martin was also incredibly friendly and professional, and we always felt completely safe travelling with him.
Overall, we couldn’t have asked for a better driver or guide for our trip, and we would highly recommend Martin to anyone visiting Uganda.
Email R.K. | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Memorisable and Unforgettable day
This 1 day chimp tour to Kalinzu was professional and amazing from start to end. I strongly recommend this tour and the company! Thank You <3
FI
Email Sami | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Private Uganda Safari with Incredible Wildlife and Excellent Value
I had an amazing private safari experience in Uganda and would highly recommend it. Seeing wildlife so close in such an authentic natural environment was unforgettable — especially the gorillas and chimpanzees.
Aron was a great guide: relaxed, friendly, and always punctual. Even the bumpy roads didn’t bother me, because everything was handled smoothly and the overall experience was so enjoyable.
The accommodation offered excellent value for money, and I was very happy with the quality throughout the trip.
A truly memorable adventure!
Email Shannon | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Responsive, dependable and good quality
We're very glad we chose Safari to Gorilla Tours and had a wonderful experience from start to finish. After researching Safari Bookings to compare companies and itineraries we chose S2G because we liked the itinerary options, price point, and they have great reviews. Aron made it very easy to arrange and happily accommodated a change to fit our schedule. Our trip had 2 gorilla treks, one in Rwanda and one in Uganda, a safari in Queen Elizabeth National Park, the Kazinga River Channel safari and the Mabamba Swamp to see the Shoebill stork, with mid-range accommodations (most were beautiful with stunning settings and views). They can provide high-end accommodation if preferred. Our 8 day tour began in Kigali, Rwanda and ended at the Entebbe airport in Uganda. Aron was incredibly responsive throughout the process and responded to my questions with good guidance and kindness. Our driver guide Obed was wonderful. He was warm, friendly, very knowledgeable, a former National Park Ranger, and made sure we had a very enjoyable and easy experience all along the way. We would gladly book with Aron and Safari to Gorilla Tours again. A couple of points that might be helpful to know is 1) to take more money for miscellaneous tips than you think you need. There are many helpful people along the way that you will want to tip and it makes a big difference in their lives, 2) our schedule was ambitious but if we had more time it would have been lovely to stay longer at some of the places and soak in the experience. Happy travels!
AE
Email Georges | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The best you can ever have
Dan was the best tour guide we ever had.
Very kind and genuine and very recommended for your tour
IL
Email Tehila | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Aron and Martin were extremely accommodating, professional, and pleasant to work with.
Aron and Martin were extremely accommodating, professional, and pleasant to work with. I had very limited time and budget for my trip, and they helped build something that would both maximize my experience and accommodate my specific needs. Aron was extremely prompt with replying and always answered my questions with patience and guidance. In traveling to a foreign country, having a reliable tour operator is essential. And that’s what you’ll find in Safari 2 Gorilla Tours. Thanks again for the unforgettable and meaningful trip to Rwanda!
Email Gail | 65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Aron was friendly and cared about my trip.
Aron was able to organize a very unusual itinerary : RT Bujumbara, Burundi to Gombe, Tanzania. This included 2 overland routes, border crossings and private boat trip. He paid attention to details and was flexible in adjusting the itinerary to my preferences.