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Mackenzi   –  
Uganda UG
Visited: September 2016 Reviewed: Sep 19, 2016

Email Mackenzi  |  Experience level: first safari

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Best safari ever with yala safaris.They gave us more than we expected,more than we deserved.
3/5

That last night at home.You think about how your safari is gonna be like.There are some experiences that are unforgettable.We wanted that safari at the highest ..When we started planning our trip,we looked and asked many places but we chose Yala safaris because of the positive and competent answers we got.Despite our budget,the owner/our guide Godwin still managed to fix us comfort full board accommodation in all the places we travelled.Because of his flexability,connection and good character with people everything was nice and easy.He is so friendly towards clients and always willing to help in any way he can.Our trip to murchison falls and Queen elizabeth will forever be the trip of our life time.If we ever have to tell our story,we will say we once travelled with Yala safaris the best,we lived in the time of Godwin the expert!!

Nic   –  
Senegal SN
Visited: May 2016 Reviewed: Sep 20, 2016

Email Nic  |  20-35 years of age  |  Experience level: 2-5 safaris

Yet another great experience with Yala Safaris
5/5

We have used Yala Safaris a number of times for our travels in Uganda, and have never been disappointed. Whether you want a standard safari in Murchison or a customized trip to the Mgahinga volcanos, Yala Safaris can organise it all without any fuss and at a great price. Communication is quick and easy and the quality of vehicles, accommodation, etc... is always great, regardless of our budget. All in all, we have no complaints and would highly recommend them!

Pius   –  
Japan JP
Visited: September 2015 Reviewed: Sep 21, 2016

Email Pius  |  20-35 years of age  |  Experience level: 2-5 safaris

Incredible
5/5

The driver Mr. Godwin was like family to me. He was so friendly and I liked his enthusiasm.
With his way of conduct, he loved his job and acted so professional in his first class vehicle. I couldn't ask for another company other than Yala Safari for my trip to Kampala. I really wanna do this again.
One more thing I shouldn't forget. Thanks for being so punctual!!
Please keep this up.

Hamza   –  
Japan JP
Visited: September 2016 Reviewed: Sep 21, 2016

Email Hamza  |  20-35 years of age  |  Experience level: over 5 safaris

A wonderful experience
5/5

We had a good time traveling with Yala Safaris. They have good drivers who are so kind and willing to make you reach your destination safely. They do provide the best service that any traveler would look for.

Lydia   –  
United Kingdom UK
Visited: August 2016 Reviewed: Sep 23, 2016

Email Lydia  |  20-35 years of age  |  Experience level: 2-5 safaris

Best experience ever
5/5

This was an outstanding service who were happy to serve our every need. Changes in schedule and location were handled without issue and the prices were very reasonable for such a great trip.

Henry   –  
United Kingdom UK
Visited: August 2016 Reviewed: Sep 26, 2016

Email Henry  |  20-35 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

Action packed - Yala Safaris really went the extra mile!
5/5

The really fantastic time we had during our two weeks in Uganda were only made possible by Yala Safaris and especially Godwin!
Godwin's knowledge not just of the wildlife we were there to see but of Uganda in general meant that almost any question we could think of had an enthusiastic answer!
Yala was especially good at being adapting to our particular needs. We were particularly keen to pack in as much as possible and to see as much wildlife as we could in the time we had, and Yala was more than happy to accommodate this. Our perseverance resulted in the eventual sighting of a rare leopard and its cub in Queen Elizabeth National Park, the pinnacle of two days of classic East African wildlife sightings.
Yala really did go beyond the call of duty to ensure we saw some of the best of what Uganda has to offer. While we spent our first week in Godwin's care he gave us some great advice for our second week which we found really invaluable.
It was clear that a lot of research and networking goes into providing this experience (it appeared to me that Godwin knows nearly everyone in Uganda!!) which meant that both our accommodation at Park View Lodge overlooking QE National park and at Lake Bunyoni were absolutely stunning.

All in all a huge thank you to Godwin and his team at Yala Safaris. It comes highly recommended!

Mark Dyson   –  
United Kingdom UK
Visited: July 2016 Reviewed: Sep 27, 2016

Email Mark Dyson  |  50-65 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

Uganda 100 points!
5/5

Godwin organised everything for us brilliantly even including airport pick-ups and drops and was great at introducing us to a new country. Godwin was with us all the time with his assistant Stanley, and seemed to know exactly what we wanted by choosing the right hotels (at the right price) and then making every effort to ensure we saw all the wildlife, much of which we would have missed without such experienced guides. Much fun and jokes all the time on our travels which in the end took us from lake Bunyonyi in the southwest to Sipi Falls/Mt Elgon in the east of Uganda. Very flexible, no problem with our changes in plans and nothing was too much trouble. All in all, thoroughly recommended

Emma   –  
United Kingdom UK
Visited: August 2016 Reviewed: Sep 29, 2016

Email Emma  |  20-35 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

Godwin was an excellent safari tour guide, I couldn't have wished for a better experience.
5/5

This was my first time in Africa and first time on safari but Yala Safaris helped to make this experience incredibly memorable. You could tell that Godwin cared a lot about customer service and making us all happy, from small details like providing water for the car journey to finding us the best accommodation for the best price. If I ever come back to Africa (which I really hope I will) I will definitely use Yala Safaris again for any trips I plan, truly a fantastic experience!

Justine   –  
Uganda UG
Visited: October 2016 Reviewed: Oct 4, 2016

Email Justine  |  20-35 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

Murchison Falls Tour: Trustworthy, Knowledgeable, Flexible, and Affordable
5/5

I joined Yala Safaris Uganda as a +1 to a friend who purchased a package tour to Murchison Falls. No other tour operators would allow me to pay for activities on an a-la-carte basis; Godwin not only allowed me to pay for activities one at a time, he also rearranged our trip out of the park specifically to connect me to my separate private hire. Yala Safaris was extremely affordable with no sacrifice to quality, and Godwin was a terrific guide. Would highly recommend to any friends wishing for a great safari experience in Uganda, especially those seeking customized or private itineraries at a great value.

Aoife   –  
United Kingdom UK
Visited: September 2016 Reviewed: Oct 5, 2016

Email Aoife  |  20-35 years of age  |  Experience level: over 5 safaris

Excellent every time
5/5

I’ve been in Uganda for about a year and have been on several trips with Yala Safaris during that time, to Murchiasan Falls, Jinja, Fort Portal, Sipi Falls, Virungha etc. They’ve made every trip such a great experience. The drivers are friendly and entertaining. The prices are always fair and they really make an effort to make everything as affordable as possible for us, since we’re on a tight budget. On several occasions Yala Safaris has managed to secure discounted accommodation or meals for us. Their transport is consistently punctual, in sturdy, comfortable safari vehicles. Even though we’re sometimes a large, noisy group, they’re also very easy-going and flexible. I will definitely keep travelling with Yala Safaris for future trips in Uganda! Thank you very much for the great service!

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