Kajie Safaris Director Ronald at Ngorongoro crater
Kajie Safaris
- Office In:
- Size:
- 5-10 employees (Founded in 2014)
- Member Of:
- AUTO, USAGA, UTB & UWA
- Tour Types:
- Custom budget & mid-range tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $150 to $800 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
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Email Tauno | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Good
Quite a good experience.
- Safari guide was very helpful and flexible. Thanks to that flexibility the quality of experience can vary quite a bit by the choice that the traveler makes. Perhaps what could be improved is to communicate available options and their experience value more clearly.
- We relieably saw everything we were supposed to see and managed to squeeze in a few extras.
- We had mid-range or upper mid-range lodges. I think they were good enough and by paying much is mostly pointless for most travelers unless they are very demanding. Some evenings it was nice to have nice lodge to relax but overall the time spent in lodges was quite limited.
- Uganda itself is quite a good value for money and has gorillas and chimps on top.
Some tips:
- Balance taking time looking at animals and birds that You do find and rushing around trying to see something better which can become exhausting after a while. We spent quite a bit of time chasing leopard, but perhaps a bit too long. Thankfully, Queen Elizabeth park had predator tracking tour available (big cats wear trackers around neck) which make locating them easy if You choose to go on this tour. It costs over 200 euros per person but I think it is worth it.
- At least 1 night game drive is good to have as it is different experience.
- Try to step out of car few km before your gorilla lodge and walk up to the lodge. The views are good.
- We managed to squeeze in shoebill sighting on the last day's afternoon and got a very good view of a shoebill.
- Kampala is worth visiting couple of days, but it can be a bit scary for traveler not used to chaos of developing country city.
- Drink as much Divine Bushera as You can.
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Email Andreia | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Incredible, perfect!
We had an absolutely incredible experience with Kajie Safaris — from the very first email to the full planning process, everything was smooth, professional, and exceeded our expectations. During the trip itself, everything ran perfectly, and it was clear how carefully every detail had been thought through. The lodges and activities were all perfectly chosen.
A special thank you to our guide, Eddie. He was outstanding — always friendly, incredibly knowledgeable, and generous in sharing insights about wildlife, nature, and the country. His driving was consistently careful and made us feel safe at all times.
And honestly — he is a master at spotting animals! His eye is unbelievable. He would find wildlife we would have never seen ourselves, making every game drive exciting and memorable.
We couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Highly recommended!
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Email Joao | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
We came for the animals, we left with memories for life
We booked a private safari in Uganda with this agency and it exceeded every expectation. Our guide Eddie was absolutely outstanding — friendly, incredibly safe behind the wheel, and with an eagle eye for spotting wildlife we would have never noticed on our own.
What really set him apart was his passion for sharing his country: from animal behavior and local agriculture to music and culture, every drive felt like a living classroom. He was also wonderfully attentive to all our requests throughout the trip.
The accommodations were top-notch, and the whole experience was seamlessly organized. This is a trip we will never forget. Highly recommended!
Email Wendy Ortiz | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Life changing
Outstanding safari! Kajie Safaris planned every detail perfectly. Professional, organized, and truly unforgettable. Highly recommend!
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Email Dmitrii | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Safari in Uganda was magnificent, but there were some organizational shortcomings
Overall, the safari went very well and the country was magnificent, but unfortunately there were a few minor issues on the organizational side.
I will start with the positives. During the booking process and afterward, communication with the manager was excellent. The company provided all the necessary information, reminded me to apply for a visa, informed me about the introduction of the health declaration due to Ebola that had to be completed before the flight, clarified the details of my flight, and so on. The airport pickup went according to plan, and I set off on the safari right away. Uganda’s parks are magnificent - the gorillas, chimpanzees, Queen Elizabeth National Park, and Murchison Falls.
Nevertheless, there were several shortcomings that I unfortunately have to mention.
First, the lodge in Murchison Falls was changed from Pakuba Safari Lodge to Bamboo Safari Lodge. Bamboo Safari Lodge is a good lodge, but unlike Pakuba, it is located outside the park. Although it is formally situated right next to the park entrance, in reality it takes about 20 minutes to get to the area where the main game drive begins. Even if that road is inside the park, it is mostly an asphalt road with almost no animals around, while the main game drives take place in the Pakuba area.
Second, I missed out on the game drive in Lake Mburo National Park. The original plan was that I would arrive, spend the night in Entebbe, and the next day go to Lake Mburo, where I would have an evening game drive. When I provided my flight details and said that I would arrive at 11:15 AM, the company said that “since you arrive early on the first day, we can start the safari immediately” and suggested slightly changing the plan so that I would go straight from the airport to Lake Mburo on the first day for an evening game drive. I agreed, but it turned out that this plan was not feasible. The drive to Lake Mburo, taking traffic and congestion into account, took so long that I arrived at Lake Mburo only around sunset, and the evening game drive in this park did not take place.
The third issue was on the first day in Queen Elizabeth National Park. According to the plan, I was supposed to have two activities that day: Afternoon - game drive in Ishasha, and Evening - game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park. In my view, this should have meant that the first activity would start around 12:00–13:00, but the guide had a different understanding of this. I spent half the day at the lodge, and only at 15:00 did the afternoon activity begin, which consisted of a very short game drive in one area. Then at 16:30 the evening game drive in Queen Elizabeth already started. At the same time, the guide claimed that evening game drives in Queen Elizabeth begin at 16:00, but I asked the staff at the park entrance and they said that an evening game drive usually starts at 15:00.
I cannot say that these shortcomings seriously spoiled my overall impression of the safari, but I prefer to describe my impressions honestly, and perhaps this feedback will help the company take these points into account and avoid such issues in the future.
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Email Jana & Marco | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Five stars are simply not enough! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
We spent two unforgettable weeks traveling through Uganda, and it was truly one of the most amazing experiences of our lives. From start to finish, everything was perfectly organized, allowing us to fully enjoy every moment of the journey.
One of the highlights was the incredible wildlife. We were fortunate enough to see an astonishing variety of animals up close, creating memories that will stay with us forever. Every day brought new adventures and exciting experiences.
Throughout the entire trip, we always felt safe, comfortable, and well taken care of. The hospitality we encountered everywhere was simply outstanding and exceeded all our expectations. The warmth and friendliness of the people made this journey even more special.
A very special thank you goes to our guide, Baluku. He was knowledgeable, professional, and great fun to be around. His enthusiasm, sense of humor, and dedication made the trip even more enjoyable, and we shared countless laughs along the way.
The itinerary was packed with wonderful activities, ensuring that every day was interesting and rewarding. The organization was excellent, and everything ran smoothly from beginning to end.
This was a truly unique and unforgettable experience. We would not hesitate for a second to book exactly the same trip again and can wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone considering a visit to Uganda.
Email Jo Meehan | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Outstanding
In the words of Coldplay, this really was an adventure of a lifetime!! I felt incredibly honoured to get so close to nature and thankful for every day. Uganda is a stunning country with amazing people ready to welcome you with the warmest smile..
All of this was made possible by our incredibly professional tour guide Collie from Kajie Safari- this man is an absolute legend with incredible values, a real gentleman who goes above and beyond to make sure your holiday is everything you want it to be. As a single female travelling, he was incredibly respectful and made sure our safety was a priority. (including reminding me to add sunscreen.!!) booking with a local tour company was a bit of an unknown but definitely the best choice I ever made – it’s obvious to see local guides have a strong presence and are well respected / better established within the lodges and on the Safari treks than other companies to ensure their customers have the best experience– if you are looking to go on a Safari please please please use a local company – Kajie safari was outstanding and cannot recommend enough.
The communication from booking until our airport drop-off home was exceptional - quick speedy responses with honest advice always given.
The photos below speak for themselves!
Amazing trip and really good organisation.
We would like to express our heartfelt thanks to the entire team for organizing such an exceptional safari, which far exceeded our expectations.
A very special thank you to our guides, Annette and Jamal, who were absolutely perfect from the beginning to the end of the trip. Professional, caring, always available, and incredibly kind, they played a huge role in making this adventure truly unforgettable. Their knowledge of the wildlife, the region, and the local culture added tremendous value to every stage of our journey.
The lodges selected for us were perfectly suited to our expectations: comfortable, ideally located, and each offering its own unique atmosphere. Every lodge added a new dimension to the trip and contributed greatly to the overall experience.
What we will remember most is that every single day brought a new experience, filled with discoveries, emotions, and magical moments. Each morning came with excitement, and every day held wonderful new surprises.
This trip will remain in our memories forever, and we highly recommend this safari organizer to anyone looking for an authentic, perfectly arranged, and truly emotional safari experience.
Email Jon | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Unbelievable Experience
A truly incredible experience from start to finish. We had difficult flight times arriving late at night and leaving very early in the morning and our guide Suliat was always there to pick us up and drop us off (even with tricky Kigali traffic). We never felt unsafe the entire trip while crossing boarders and driving across the country to hit all the highlights thanks to Kajie and Suliat for taking care of all the logistics! So many unbelievable experiences being feet away from so many different animals while golden monkey, gorilla and chimp trekking. If you’re worried about the food, don’t be! Every lodge and every stop along the way picked by Kajie had delicious food (and often 3 courses!). Thanks so much to Kajie and Suliat for leaving us with such a memorable experience.
