Some of the staff at Yala Safaris Uganda Office
Yala Safaris Uganda
- Located In:
- Size:
- 5-10 employees (Founded in 2016)
- Member Of:
- UTB & UWA
- Tour Types:
- Custom budget & mid-range tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $100 to $750 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
Email Thereza B. Reis | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Great safari experience
I took two safari tours with Yala (Murchison and Queen Elizabeth). One in May with friends and one in July with my partner. Both times Godwin, our guide, was very friendly and helpful. He organised everything from our meals (some of my friends had allergy issues or were vegetarians) to visits to the local communities. He also would adjust the plans as we asked him, without any further charges. Moreover, he would do whatever it took for us to see the best animals, from talking to other guides he knew to trying to find traces of hunting so we would be able to see our favorite animals. In the end, we managed to see elephants, hippos, giraffes, pumba, hyenas and even zebras from a distance. I had a great time and I hope I will be able to go back to Uganda soon.
AE
Email Darwin | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Exellent Travel Agency in Uganda
Christopher is very communicative staff of Yala Safaris, he reply to our email and question very quick, Godwin our guide and driver is very nice person. He make sure that our experience in Uganda will be spectacular under their agency. Yala Safaris is the best agency and good price.
NL
Email Marta | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Best Safari company in Uganda
My partner and i did two safaris with Yaka safaris. First one in Queen Elizabeth National park 3 days with chimpanzee tracking, was abosulety fantastic. The guide, Abbas, was the best guide you could ask for, he knew absolutely everything, as soon as we enter the car he was explaining us about all the history, nature and culture of Uganda. He took an excellent care of us, always proving us with fruits and water. Everything was inclussive in the price so that make it easier for us. We stayed at Parkviews Safari where the owner upgraded us to a better cottage. The place was abosuletly stuning, you can even see elephants from their pool. The safaris were great as the cruise and also the chimpanzees trekking.
We then decided to do as well the murchisson falls safari with them. We share the trip with a nice austrian couple and our tour guide was Godwin, who is also the owner of the company. With him we did fantastics game drives, we spot lot of different animals and he was really making sure we will see everything, we even make some night drives which was an incredible experience (not a lot of companies offer this). As on the previous one, everything was included and we had fresh fruit all the way as well as water. We could sit on the roof of the 4x4 which was extremelly cool.
We decide to book our safaris with Yala because they offer a very good price, and the experience was much better that we could have ever imagine. 100% recommendable safari tours.
Murchison Falls Safari
This was a magical experience. One of the best trips in my life. The views were breathtaking, I was struck everyday by the raw beauty of the landscape and the animals. The experience was made even better by how friendly and knowledgeable the guide Christopher and Driver Emma were. Someday, I hope to bring my parents on this Safari. Experience of a lifetime. Highly recommended.
BR
Email Gabriela | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing experience
I chose the "4 Days Experience of Murchison Falls" and everything was just perfect! As a woman travelling alone and unfamiliar with the country I was concerned about safety, but I felt safe all the time. Reagan (commercial) and Stanley (guide) were very welcoming and ready to answer any question, they made sure all meals included were vegetarian, as requested. The car was quite large (seats 7 people + driver), clean and very comfortable, with a roof that opens so you can check the animals more easily. Pillows and bottles of water were also available.
My experience with Yala Safaris was very good and I would definitely recommend their services. Their price was one of the best in the market and the service was of high quality.
As for Murchison Falls, this is an amazing place where you can spot up close several animals. I saw giraffes, hippos, crocodiles, many birds, elephants and even a lioness with babies.
CH
Email Diana | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Complete, with great attention to detail to ensure an amazing experience.
Yala Safaris Uganda is a young but super organisation. The staff is wonderful, attentive and great with communication. The trip planning was super, although a few really long hard drives (it is a big country), we had a super time and did SO much during our 10 day road trip. We saw Gorillas (a MUST DO experience), saw amazing game in the Safari parks, saw the wondrous Murchison, had adventurous boat trips, and did a walking safari at a Rhino sanctuary. Uganda is in much need of better global exposure and marketing as it is such a unique and beautiful place to visit. We all highly recommend Uganda as a destination and would certainly recommend Yala Safaris. The trip was planned with stays at great lodges, delicious food, super service. Our driver, Moses, was amazing. We felt very much taken care of in his care and we had the most interesting discussions with him and learnt so much from him.
NL
Email Dennis | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
good value for your money
Ask for Fred as you driver! Always on time, drives safe.
ES
Email Cristina | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Magnificent trip with Yala Safaris
We took a trip through Uganda for a week and everything went perfectly!
Upon arrival in Entebbe they received us very well and were constantly aware of the entire itinerary. We had only a few days but everything was organized so that, without rushing, we could enjoy each activity.
The guide, Kenneth, spoke very good Spanish, he gave us explanations throughout the trip, he bothered to make the experience fun, comfortable and very pleasant. We are very grateful to Kenneth, his involvement, kindness and effort in making sure everything turned out to our liking has made the experience much better than we expected.
If we were to do it again, we would undoubtedly request the same guide.
We are very happy with the trip and the treatment they gave us, it is a responsible and competent agency. A great trip that we recommend!
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US
Email Nick N | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The adventure with Yala was fanatic
The safari with Yala was a definite highlight of my time in Uganda. The joy and memorability of this adventure is due in large part to the exceptional effort, savvy, and attentiveness of Yala. Our guide for this trip was Godwin, the founder of the company--we could not have asked for a more enjoyable companion. At every stage of the trip he went above and beyond to make sure that our group was happy and that the trip went smoothly. Godwin has close personal connections with everyone from lodge managers, to game wardens, to chimp conservation experts, to local chefs and it is this network that sets Yala apart. He negotiated unbeatable prices for our group at places that would normally have been vastly outside the budget of a few students working working for an NGO. Godwin kept us well fed with fresh fruit from his favorite vendors and took us on an extra unplanned game drive that allowed us to see the very elusive leopards of Queen Elizabeth. We had only four days, but in that time we fit in an incredible range of adventures, thanks entirely to the expert planning of Godwin. Finally, Godwin and the other Yala staff we met could not have been more friendly and enjoyable to be around. It is with great ease that I give the Safari with Yala five stars.
Email Malcolm ILES | 65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Excellent tour, beautiful visits, great company, comfortable, very well catered for and looked after
The tour of Entebbe, Kirimbika, Kabale and Bunyonyi was a great success. Excellent tour to beautiful areas of central and south-western Uganda. The company and the craic were great. The accommodation was comfortable, we were very well catered for and looked after. Even when one of the party was sick, no expense was spared in getting medical assistance and sorting things out. The arrangements throughout worked like clockwork and involved very little waiting. All objectives achieved.
A special feature of the safari was the return journey between Mbarara and Kampala when we needed an emergency driver. Fortunately another driver was found and proved to be an excellent replacement. Thank you Yala Safaris.