Leslie and Kevin - Owners of Experience Uganda
Experience Uganda
- Located In:
- Size:
- 1-5 employees (Founded in 2015)
- Member Of:
- Association of Uganda Tour Operators
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $300 to $600 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
Email Melinda | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
5 Days in Nature
I traveled to Uganda for a five day experience. It was fantastic. We had a private driver to take us across the countryside, he spoke excellent English, was always positive, a safe driver, and informative. Each day had the right mix of adventure and time to relax. Saw the chimps in Kigale, safari'd in Queen Elizabeth National Park, and of course could almost reach out and touch the gorillas in Biwindi. The food and service at each place that we stayed was top notch. Thank you for such a well planned vacation!
Email Jenny & Elliott | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Perfect Honeymoon
My husband and I have recently returned from our Ugandan honeymoon organised perfectly to the last detail by Kevin at Experience Uganda. The trip was amazing stunning scenery, wonderful lodges, exceptional food, gracious & warming hospitality & a fun & memorable itinerary. From my initial communication with Experience Uganda it has been 100%, the advice received was both helpful & reassuring. Kevin put together an amazing itinerary incorporating everything we wanted to see & do with some added surprises along the way. He was a wonderful host & an expert organiser. I am so glad we booked with Experience Uganda, everything was in hand & we were able to sit back, relax & spot all the animals on safaris (land, boat, cycling & walking) & tracking (gorillas & chimps) that we were keen to see. Our guide was also great telling us about the country's history & culture. I would definitely book again with Experience Uganda and would not hesitate in recommending there knowledge & passion to creating a memorable trip to anyone. The best trip we have ever been on by far! Thank you very much Kevin & Leslie.
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Email Bryan | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Karibu by Name and Nature
'Karibu' is the Swahili word for welcome and although Swahili is not the lingua franca of Uganda, the welcome of the Guest House makes this a very suitable eponym. It was friendly, welcoming, organized, clean, cheerful, flexible, well priced and well located. The Principals, Kevin and Lesley, are well experienced and manage in a very personal way reflecting their experience of what it takes to succeed in tourism in Africa. They also organised our full itinerary including gorilla trekking in the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, the domestic flights, transfers, meals and accommodation to our complete satisfaction. We were delighted with every aspect of the trip and can thoroughly recommend Experience Uganda and Karibu as the best pathway to gorilla trekking in Uganda.
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Email Carrie Nichols | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Excellent Trip and Superb Organization!
I booked a 10 day Uganda adventure through 'Experience Uganda' to include chimp trekking, safari in Queen Elizabeth National Park and 2 days or gorilla trekking. I had a personal guide for the whole trip who was attentive, knowledgeable, personable and fun! The accommodations were fantastic even on a mid level budget and the travel cruiser was comfortable, clean and had AC. From the moment I stepped off the plane in Uganda to my departing flight I was treated as a priority with this company and could not have asked for a more well organized and meticulously planned out adventure that included everything I requested at very reasonable price. I cannot recommend this company highly enough!! You will NOT be disappointed!!
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Email Ben | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
An unforgettable adventure in Uganda!
We spent a wonderful nine days in Uganda for what was my third visit and my wife's first visit to the country.
Although Experience Uganda tailors each safari to the interests and wishes of its clients, we found that the Quintessential Uganda sample itinerary proposed on the Experience Uganda website perfectly met our needs.
The booking process was straightforward and customer friendly. After submitting my enquiry, Kevin from Experience Uganda replied very rapidly to find out more about our expectations. We had two phone conversations during which we discussed the various possible options within the programme and then exchanged further by e-mail. Kevin arranged all the travel, accommodation and meals within Uganda as well as the the safari and trekking permits. All we had to book were our flights and our visas.
The accommodation selected for us was perfect. The lodges were small and beautifully maintained, with astounding views of the beautiful surroundings. The food was delicious, with three or four course dining everywhere we stayed and gourmet quality dining in several of the lodges. Our dietary requirements (gluten-free for my wife and vegetarian for me) were perfectly catered for throughout thanks to the arrangements made by Kevin before our trip.
Our guide and driver, Kamya, was great fun and very knowledgeable. He not only knew everything about the animals and birds that we encountered, but was able to answer all our questions about Uganda's culture, history and politics as well.
We enjoyed every minute of our trip to Uganda and wholeheartedly recommend Experience Uganda to anyone planning a trip.
Email Kieran & Nicola | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Incredible bespoke safari of uganda, with excellent knowledge of best areas, places to stay & guides
Nothing but good to say about booking our safari via Experience Uganda. Kevin immediately responded to queries with personal responses, reasonable quotes and knowledge of the country and tourism in Uganda. He tailored our trip to what we wanted to do and also advised best ways to see things. We had a limited time and his advice on when to fly, when to drive and amount of times in each location were excellent. We had an increadible time seeing wildlife, in Isasha, Bwindi and Murchison Falls as welll as Jinja for rafting. We had great local Guides, who had a sense of humour as well as breadth of knowledge of the country. The guesthouse in Entebbe is a very comfortable place, with excellent food and perfectly located near the airport for early flight times! Will be recommending to friends!
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Email Marjy | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Best trip ever !
If you want to be certain that you don't have to worry about anything- Go with Experience Uganda ! Kevin is always available and goes above and beyond to look after you. Everything from communication to service was outstanding and exceeded my expectations. I was greeted warmly and sincerely at Karibu guest house, an oasis
to be sure- really lovely and peaceful place. The staff are kind and generous and make you feel at home. I had the lavender room which was in a tranquil setting of gardens and birds. The food was amazing also, very fresh and delicious! Kevin had tailored a trip for me designed according to my wishes. After I had settled in we sat down to chat and go over the itinerary so I would know what to expect and in case I had any new questions. Everything was thoroughly detailed so I was able to relax and enjoy my stay without any cares. That's a gift in itself ! --Then-- I had the most fabulous adventure ! After traveling across Uganda in a small plane low enough to view the beautiful country, I was transferred over lush mountains, passing lakes and farmlands to a wonderful village outside of the Bwindi Forest headquarters. I stayed at a scenic boma in my own banda and participated at the the local school with music and dance. After visiting a pygmy group, I trekked back to the boma site for a nice dinner. Early next morn I trekked to the briefing site and hiked to the most amazing experience one can have- an encounter with a gorilla family. Every person who has done this says how completely meaningful it is but all the superlatives can't do it justice. Words cannot express how wondrous and joyous it feels !
I can't Thank Kevin and all that were involved enough! -in making it happen -my dream come true !
A unique, well-organised, enjoyable and relaxed way to experience Uganda
In November 2015 I came to Uganda to visit my son and daughter-in-law who are working there and I had a fantastic trip to Murchison National Park, Jinja and Sipi arranged by Experience Uganda.
Right from my first enquiry, communications with Experience Uganda were excellent. Prompt replies, full and clear information given on all aspects of the trip from their comprehensive knowledge of Uganda, to useful information concerning money, health and security. The itinerary planned for me was well thought out, taking into consideration my requests, with attention to detail. It gave me great peace of mind to know that I would be met and guided throughout the trip, and that assistance was at hand should I need it.
As for the safari tour itself, this was outstanding and most definitely lived up to my expectations. Travel was in a comfortable landcruiser, accommodation was great, the guides very knowledgeable about the country and wildlife.
In Murchison Falls National Park, the chimp trecking in Budongo was amazing; to be in the forest with the chimpanzees so close, our guide familiar with each family group. The Murchison Falls are a spectacular sight, seeing the power of the water as it surges through a 6 metre gap; later fishing on the Nile just below the falls for the famous Nile perch, and the wonder of seeing the elusive Shoebill majestically standing on the bank. There was so much bird and wild life to see along the banks, and our guides here, and later on the game drive in the Park were extremely knowledgeable about them all. The game drive was another out-of-this-world experience, being right there among the giraffes, water buffalo, antelope, elephants etc.
Jinja was an enjoyable break, with lovely restaurants and places to stay right by the Nile and the opportunity to go rafting. Then onto Sipi which was a very different experience again, being higher up in the hills, affording magnificent views across the coffee growing areas. We stayed at Sipi Lodge which is in a beautiful peaceful setting of lush gardens with the two impressive waterfalls, which we climbed up to with our guide – a unique experience to be able to stand behind the waterfall. The sunsets in this area are magnificent.
My trip with Experience Uganda was a life-time event for me. So many incredible first time experiences and all with the peace of mind that my needs were taken care of and that I was in good hands. As well as the great enjoyment of the trip, I felt relaxed because of the personal service offered by this company. Nothing was too much trouble. I highly recommend them.