Ecotourism in action
Bamboo Ecotours
- Office In:
- Size:
- 5-10 employees (Founded in 2012)
- Member Of:
- Association of Uganda Tour Operators
- Tour Types:
- Customizable private tours and fixed group tours
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $110 to $600 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
for a custom tour
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Reviews
Email Steve J | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Two wonderful safaris
We arranged 2 trips with Bamboo. The first started with a flight on 12 seat Cessna from Kampala to Kasese, which I loved. I met my guide John Bosco at the airport and he took me on a game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park where we saw elephants. buffalo, hippos, hyenas and wart hogs. Then lunch, then the Kazinga Channel Boat Trip with crocodiles, hippos., lizards and wonderful birds. The highlight was seeing a family of 12 elephants come down to the water to drink. Then another game drive, where we saw a lion about 10 feet away.
The second day was a trek with the chimpanzees at Kalinzu Forest Reserve. I spent an hour watching a chimp family about 20 yards away, plus some Colobus monkeys.
The third day was the gorilla trek in Bwindi National Park. I spent an hour very close to a group of 7 gorillas, including 2 lively youngsters. One of the youngsters ran up to me and rested his head om my knee, which was a magical moment. The fourth day was a safe & enjoyable flight back to Kampala.
The second trip was for my wife and I to Murchison Falls. John met us at our hotel & Kampala & we drove to the Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary & stood close to 6 rhinos. We crossed the Nile the nsaw lots of wildlife, including giraffes and elephants.
Next morning we set off early for a game drive, which was marvelous. We saw a lone lioness who chased after a gazelle, then a group of four, and many other animals. After lunch we had a boat trip on the Nile towards the falls, with plentiful wildlife especially crocodiles.
The third day started with a trip to the top of the falls, which were spectacular: as dramatic is Niagara falls. Then the drive back to Kampala.
All the hotels and meals worked very well for us. John was a very helpful and informative guide, and a very good driver.
Email Kirsty | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Highly Recommend Bamboo Eco Tours
Bamboo Eco Tours delivered a personalised trip for a friend and me. We flew into Kigali and then were taken by jeep to Uganda to visit the gorillas in Bwindi National Park, to Lake Bunyonyi for a boat trip and bird watching and then back to Kigali for our onward trip.
We were looked after by the lovely Fred who was our guide and driver for 4 days. He was so kind and helpful, fantastic driver on tricky roads and kept us informed about history and local issues. He was flexible with our timings and dined with us a couple of nights so we learnt about his family, country and work.
We stayed in beautiful hotels with good food and drink in Bwindi NP and Lake Bunyonyi.
Bamboo Eco Tours were fantastic with communication, chose great hotels, were flexible and accommodating to personalise our trip. I would highly recommend using them to help you with your trip.
Email Karen | 65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Solo Trek to Mountain Gorilla and Golden Monkeys
Edison at Bamboo Ecotours was fantastic in arranging a three day, private tour starting from Kigali, Rwanda to Uganda to trek to see the Mountain Gorillas and Golden Monkeys. The booking communications were prompt, informative, and professional as was the payment process. You pay the cost of the trekking permits up front and the balance a few days before departure. The price was very reasonable for such a complicated trip with a private car and driver and multiple border crossings. Herbert, my driver, spoke excellent English and was a proficient, safe driver given the difficult conditions of the roads, particularly in Uganda. The tour included amazing lodging and meals at the Ichumbi Lodge, which was 1 km. from the Bwindi Gate and close enough to Mhinga National Park with the Golden Monkeys. The lodge also offers terrific, reasonable massages that were very nice after the bumpy roads and longish trek.
As for the treks, they exceeded my expectations in every way. The park is well-organized and gauges groups based on the trekker’s physical condition. My walk was about 4 miles each way on up and down, muddy terrain. It was hard but doable and very worthwhile. I highly recommend using a Porter which helps on the more difficult bits but also directly supplies needed monies to the local communities.
This is a wonderful trip. I wholeheartedly recommend Bamboo Ecotours to help you witness the glorious gorillas and monkeys in their natural habitats. You will never forget that magical hour with them.
IL
Email Gabriel Fell | 65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Bamboo Ecotours gave us a perfect safari tour in Uganda
Edison had arranged us a perfect 8 days Uganda safari tour including:
Murchison Falls via Ziwa for Rhino Trekking, Game Drive and Boat Trip at Murchison Falls National Park, Top of the Falls Visit at Murchison Falls, Chimp Trekking at Kibale National Park + Kazinga channel boat trip, Kasenyi Plains Game Drive at Queen Elizabeth National Park ,Gorilla Trekking Experience at Bwindi National Park, Lake Bunyonyi sunset canoeing, Lake Mburo night game drive to search for a leopard, Early Nature Walk with the giraffes at Lake Mburo National park.
The tour was perfectly arranged: we had the option to choose the lodges, every minute and mile of the tour was pre - planned to maximize our enjoyment. Our guide Herbert, as well as the other guides along the safari, demonstrated knowledge, love to their country’s nature and a great effort to make our safari most enjoyable.
Bamboo Ecotours is highly recommended!
Email craig kurth | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
bamboo ecotours exceeding our expectations
My trip with Bamboo Ecotours was outstanding. The accommodations were awesome, complemented by great food and amazing service.
Our guide, Fred, was excellent—knowledgeable and a genuinely pleasant person to travel with. The safari vehicle was very comfortable, which was a huge bonus on the road.
The wildlife experiences were the highlight: the gorilla and chimpanzee treks were truly amazing. We had spectacular sightings of a diverse range of animals, including gorillas, chimpanzees, elephants, hippos, crocodiles, buffalo, waterbucks, kobs, lions, and leopards.
I would definitely use Bamboo Ecotours again. They clearly deliver.
IT
Email Cristina and Matteo | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing agency!
It was a fantastic experience, very well organized. From the moment I contacted Edison, they were professional and very kind. They fulfilled all our requests without any problems. The trip organization was impeccable, punctual and precise in everything. The gorilla and chimpanzee trekking were among the most beautiful experiences of our lives. The country has incredible landscapes and fabulous people. Our choice of lodges, based on the options given, was spot on. They were very beautiful and we ate deliciously. My husband and I definitely recommend them for this experience. You won't regret it!
DE
Email Vanessa | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
One of the best vacations we ever had!
We had the best time during this tour! All the organization part was done with Edison via email, who was always very responsive.
Arriving in Rwanda, we were picked up by our guide/drive Jackson, who did a tremendous job driving us around, telling us about both countries and making sure our dietary restrictions were being considered. The itinerary was perfect! We felt we did a lot without feeling tired. We cannot recommend this tour and agency enough! Definitely a vacation to remember forever.
Email Pamela | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Volcanoes Golden Monkey trek, Bwindi Gorillas, Kalinzu Chimp trekking - 5 day tour RWANDA and UGANDA
I cannot speak highly enough of my trip to Rwanda/Uganda organised through Bamboo Eco Tour company. From the moment I considered booking, throughout the whole process I received very good communication about the book process and what to prepare for and expect on my trip. Thank you Edison!
As for the trip, I had totally the best driver/tour guide for the entire trip. Amanya was amazing. It was great to have his local knowledge and he was both attentive and I felt very safe as a lone female traveller.
I had the best time and will definitely consider returning to Uganda. My next rip would also include visiting Murchison Falls/NP.
Thanks again - Amanya and Bamboo Eco Tours.
I loved my trip every single day!
Pamela
Email Andrew | Experience level: first safari
Dream gorilla & chimp adventure—personalized, professional, and beyond expectations
I went on a four-day private gorilla and chimpanzee trek that started in Kigali, Rwanda, passed through Uganda, and ended back in Kigali. The experience was fantastic from start to finish.
Edison was incredibly responsive—he took the time to tailor the trip to my budget and schedule, guided me through the visa process, and was flexible with last-minute schedule changes. His attention to detail made planning easy and stress-free, and he patiently answered my endless questions at all hours of the day.
The gorilla trek was truly a dream come true. My driver, Herbert, was equally wonderful—safe, thoughtful, and genuinely enjoyable to spend time with. He went above and beyond to make the trip comfortable, even helping me get medicine after a wasp sting. He also took the time to prep me for each experience—the gorilla trek, chimpanzee trek, and the boat tour—so I knew what to expect and could get the most out of each activity. His care and effort made the journey even more memorable.
Overall, I would highly recommend Bamboo Ecotours to anyone considering this kind of trip. They offer a professional, personalized experience that really makes you feel taken care of.
Email Ariela | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing customized experience in Uganda and Rwanda
My friend and I went on a 12 day tour with Bamboo. We started in Uganda and ended in Rwanda. They customized the tour with the activities we wanted to do. Edison, who is the owner, made the itinerary. He always answered my emails (which there were many) very promptly. Our guide/driver was Herbert, and he was amazing!! I actually cried when we said bye to him. He was friendly, caring, knowledgeable, has amazing eyesight and was able to spot animals far away, and was an amazing driver. We really had the best time with him!! This trip was amazing!! My friend and I are both vegan, and we had some issues at some of the lodges at the beginning of the trip, but then Herbert called the others in advance to give them a heads up to make sure there would be food for us. I really can't say enough good things about Bamboo Ecotours. I would recommend them to anyone in a heartbeat! Very very happy that we booked with them!