Speke Uganda Holidays
- Located In:
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Germany
United States
- Size:
- 10-20 employees (Founded in 2008)
- Member Of:
- ATTA, APTA, AUTO & We Are Africa
- Tour Types:
- Customizable private tours and fixed group tours
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $250 to $1,830 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
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Email Dietmar | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Vulcanoes and Gorillas in three Phantastic Countries
It was our second trip to Uganda with Speke. after having seen and visited Murchison Falls and Queen Elizabeth national parcs in 2014 we decided to come back as our children are now old enough to see Gorillas as well. And as our first trip to Uganda was already perfect it was no question to have a totally well organized trip again with Speke - no hassle, no issues, just enjoy the trip.
After an excellent preparation, taking into account my/our ideas and Speke's suggestions we had two great weeks with the family in Uganda and Rwanda and I had a further week extension on my own in DR Congo and Rwanda. And any concerns that might exist thinking of the destination were totally unnecessary - no issues at all. Speke told us before that they will only send us to places, if they feel these are hassle free and so they did, even declining ideas I had had before, which was not considered safe and thus Speke advised against it - and we followed their recommendations. All in all a very pleasant experience and no reason to worry about the safety for this region.
The lodges: we asked for middle class (budget) and got perfect lodges, that Tony and his team had choosen, far beyond middle class, :-) all authentic, all fairly small (6-10 rooms, cottages), no posh safari nonsense. Straight and honest, and way beyond average. Two special recommendations, if looking also for some real relaxation: Isunga near Fort Portal with great views on the mountains of Ruwenzori, and Lake Mutanda for that spectacular two-three days of total relaxation. :-) :-)
The car/transport: private Landcruiser, pop-up roof, sturdy, always clean and no problems at all - perfect.
The guide: David was a friend at the end of the trip, not only knowledge and explanations, but real talks about life in Africa. Sorting all issues, very pragmatic, his company was a real highlight of our trip.
The experience: Uganda offered it all, animals, all we could think of. The Gorilla experience was very very special, worth the efforts and the prices for the permits, although two very different experiences in Bwindi (Uganda) and in Virunga (DR Congo - so try both :-), The people, very friendly in all three countries, still interested and not (yet) spoilt by too many tourists. The parcs: few cars and always pics with no other game drive-cars involved. Special compared to more crowded places in Kenia and Tanzania.
All in all: Not our last trip to Uganda, for sure, and not our last trip with Speke. And if East-Africa, then Uganda due to its still limited number of tourists.
Thanks to all of their team from planning, to picking us up, from guiding to waving us a bye. We had a perfect trip,
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Email eva | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Everything perfect, absolutely recommendable
I am responsible for the reader journeys of Südostschweiz and have organized a group trip. We were 18 people and all totally thrilled. The accommodations were simply chosen in advance (due to price) and met almost all our requirements. We were traveling with three jeeps, and the drivers spoke very good German and could tell us a lot about the country and the people. They all drove very carefully and forward-looking, we always felt very safe. Uganda is beautiful and we will be back. Thanks, Ivan, Robert and David, you were great.
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Email Sybille und Horst | 65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Holiday in Uganda for 10 days The best from Uganda
Our guide Paul spok excellent german. He and our Driver Africano looked after us very well. We learned a lot about the Country and the People.The Service was excellent, the Lodges were clean and nice. We were thrilled by the Beauty of the landscape. Very green and a lot of water.
A Special experience was the trekking to the mountain Gorillas. Experiencing the animals up closewill be remenbered forever.
The Support by Speke Uganda we can only recommend.
We can say that all our expectations in every relationship have been fulfilled
The communication the servics and the knowledge about Uganda were very good, the safari we liked in evey respect very much
our tour guide Ivna was an exWecellent supporter, he spoke good germann and had very good knowledge.
We can say that all our expectations in every relationship have been met. The vehicle and the cleanliness wer excellent, you can not beat Ivan's helpfulness. We would like to thank you for everything.
Email Chris & Amanda | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Bucket List Ticked With Ultimate Gorilla Experience
Our journey began with the wonderfully knowledgeable and helpful Brian who was to be our guide for the duration of our stay in this wonderful country. From the moment we landed at the airstrip for our trip to the Bwindi National Park we were looked after in a very special way both by Brian on behalf of Speke but also by the very wonderful staff at the Buhomi Lodge inside the national park.
The service was impeccable and I would like to especially pick out Julius who made the stay very special. The trip was very well organised and impeccably paced despite the vagrancies of the Ugandan weather but as someone pointed out regularly its a Rain Forrest!
Our trip to see the Gorillas was again very well organised and we were very well looked after on what was a demanding trek and its thanks to the trek team and Steven our guide that everything went so smoothly and our dream of seeing the gorillas was such an amazing success.
I would recommend wholeheartedly Speke to anyone who is thinking of travelling to see these amazing mammals there service and attention to detail was impeccable
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Email Kerstin | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Great Ruanda Short Trip
Excellent guide during our 4 day trip, great and unforgettable experience in Ruanda seeing the gorillas and golden monkeys! Very good Lodge and great service at all.
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Email Claudia | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Most exciting, most beautiful trip
My friends and I had 2 wonderful weeks traveling around in Ruanda and Uganda. Our guide David took care of us at all times, driving carefully even though the streets have been rough sometimes ("african massage") and giving us the opportunity to ask all the questions we had (and we had many ;)). We felt absolutely save all times! The lodges we stayed at were lovely, clean and the staff was very, very friendly. Great food, too! It really felt like holidays!
Most special of course was to experience the nature: Beautiful landscape, the rainforest and amazing animals we haven't seen before. The highlight was the gorilla tracking: quite exhausting but worth every step! Meeting these huge and kind animals in their natural environment was an experience we'll never ever forget!
Me and my friends highly recommend to do a trip like that!!! Speke Uganda and Diamir Reisen organized it perfectly and we want to say "thank you". This trip gave so much to us! We are Africa-Fans now and forever
Email Max | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing planning, great accommodations, great car. Super fun guide.
Speke did a fantastic job from the first day we reached out. They put together a clean programme, with fun activities, reasonable amounts of travel and high quality accommodations. Highly recommend.
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Email Claudia | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The most spectacular trip! Wonderful an highly recomendable
Thanks to the great organisation of Speke Uganda and our best guide David we had very exciting but also relaxing holidays in Ruanda and Uganda. We felt very safe all times, learned so much about the countries and saw so many animals and beautiful countrysides. Even though the roads have been rough sometimes we enjoyed the ride, the lovely view outside the window and the interesting talks with David, who was always able to answer our questions and discuss all different themes with us. It felt like talking to a friend. Accomodation was gorgeous. We enjoyed the lodges that have been chosen for us. Service, cleanliness and food have been excelent. And on top of all this the gorilla tracking was a sucsess! We won't ever forget this adventure and these awesome animals. Please all come and visit :) !
