Uwanda Tours And Safaris In Tanzania
Uwanda Tours and Safaris
- Office In:
- Size:
- 20-50 employees (Founded in 2021)
- Tour Types:
- Custom budget & mid-range tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $200 to $400 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
for a custom tour
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Reviews
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Email Saskia & Tom | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unforgettable experience with a world-class team !!!
We had an absolutely fantastic 3-day safari tour at Nyerere park, that exceeded all our expectations!
Mahamudu Omar is a phenomenal tour-guide! His deep understanding and knowledge about animal behavior and wildlife made every drive special. We learned so much and felt incredibly lucky to have him by our side.
Our driver Mkali did a fantastic job! Navigating the rough terrain seemed effortless, and we always felt completely safe. Plus, they had a great eye for spotting animals and placing the jeep in the perfect place for taking good pictures.
This team made our trip unforgettable. We highly recommend Mahamudu and Mkali! 10/10!
GR
Email George | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing adventure!
This was my first safari and it was an unforgettable adventure!
Me and my friend booked the 5 day safari to Mikumi and Nyerere national parks.
Perfection was obvious from the first minutes when our driver and guide Kapande, was spot on to the appointment place and time. Although the roads in Tanzania are chaotic, he was always careful and consistent with his driving and got us safely to our first lodge. During our game drives to both parks, he was always eager to share his knowledge about the animals we encountered and made every possible effort so that we can see up close as many animals as possible! Aside from that, he was also very friendly and with many many safari stories to share and excite our interest for the next time! I wholeheartedly recommend him as a guide. He made our first safari unforgettable.
Regarding the company now, they were very precise from the get go. The email communication with them was easy. The offer and relevant documents provided were accurate. The payment process seamless. Everything unfolded exactly as it was described in the initial offer.
To conclude, whatever the type of the safari is, you can trust Uwanda Tours And Safaris to make it unforgettable. And ask for Kapande as your guide!
GR
Email Penny | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very good
Our 5 days tour was great, a lot of it due to our guide, Kapande. From the moment he picked us up from our Airbnb to the day he dropped us off, he gave us all needed explanations, he arranged all details for our stay. As for his safari guiding it was excellent, he gave us informations and shared his knowledge on the animals we spotted, he knew where to go in both parks we visited and offered us an amazing experience and adventure for our first safari! I would recommend Kapande as a guide because he has a great experience and he puts it in good use with the people he is guiding.
Email Olivia Moore | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing safari experience with Kapande, exactly what we were looking for!
We had an amazing 8-day safari with Kapande, traveling to three parks (Ruaha, Mikumi, & Nyerere). Communication with Kapande and Uwanda Tours was very easy and clear; we were picked up from our hotel in Iringa to start the safari. The accommodations throughout the week were all very nice, and everyone we met was very friendly and helpful. Kapande was the perfect safari guide; he was very friendly and knowledgeable about the animals and parks, and he communicated with other guides to make sure we saw plenty of animals.
Overall, it was a 10/10 week! Thank you Uwanda Tours and Kapande!
AE
Email Kylie | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A must do safari experience add on when visiting Zanzibar
From booking the Safari tour directly with Uwanda Tours, the communication was good from the start. The price was a very good all inclusive package including round trip airport transfers.
We were picked up directly from the airport landing strip and straight into the safari jeep, great welcome and first impressions. The jeep seated 6 but we had it privately for a group of 2 which we loved. Our guide Mr Martin, was amazing, he asked our preferences and did the best job of finding all the animals for us, as well as being very knowledgable and giving lots of useful info about Tanzania, the animals and everything else. The game drive was above all my expectations, i really did have an amazing day, so much so that I will be rebooking for a full safari trip at a later date. The lunch on the game drive was also delicious and I am a fussy eater!
The accomadation provided was spacious and clean, with a lovely pool too. we had lots of visitors - monkeys! all around the resort. my only issue with the resort was that there was no restaurant menu, there was only 1 dish provided for lunch and dinner, so if you have any dietary requirements you will need to prepare in advance.
Day 2, we absolutely loved the Maasai village tour, however didnt love the river cruise, I found it quite boring, so given the choice I would choose a second game drive!
my only issue for the whole trip was the lack of communication at the airport leaving Zanzibar, there were multiple flights, no boarding passes and lots of confusion!
But overall we had an amazing trip and was a great expereince and also great value for money.
highly recommend.
BE
Email Noah | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very kind man
It was a great tour! We saw lots of animals and our guide did everything he could to give us the best experinece!
Email Steph | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
One of a kind
We had an absolutely amazing safari experience from start to finish. The communication beforehand was clear and helpful, and the service throughout the day was excellent.
A special mention has to go to Emili, who was an incredible guide. His knowledge and ability to explain everything we were seeing was amazing. He had such a great way of bringing the safari to life, explaining the animals, their behaviour and the surrounding environment in a way that was really interesting and easy to understand.
His attention to detail was unreal — he spotted things we would never have noticed ourselves and always made sure we had the best opportunity to see and appreciate the wildlife. He was also friendly, professional and genuinely passionate about what he does.
We saw some incredible wildlife and came away with memories we’ll never forget. We would absolutely recommend this safari, and especially Emili, to anyone visiting Tanzania. Thank you for such a fantastic experience!
Email Ben | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unforgettable experience, highly recommend
We landed on the safari strip and was greeted by our tour guide, Emilli immediately and got straight to action. We saw a giraffe 2 minutes after driving away and then the action kept coming with lions, elephants and lots more!
The tour guide was very factual and knowledgable about the animals and area, making our experience even better. This is an experience and we will never forget!
Email Charlie | Experience level: first safari
Once in a Lifetime Experience
What an experience! We had an amazing time with the Uwanda Tours staff and were so impressed by their hospitality throughout the trip.
We did the 3-day safari, including airport pick-up and drop-off from Dar es Salaam. The drive from the airport was quite tough, so I would definitely recommend taking travel sickness tablets. The roads are rather basic and the journey can take around 5–6 hours. In hindsight, we probably would have opted for the fly-in option, where you take a small plane to one of the airstrips near the national park, which takes a fraction of the time. That said, the drive through the rural Tanzanian communities is incredibly beautiful and gives you a real glimpse into the country.
When we arrived at the lodge, we had a short break before heading out on the boat safari. This was an evening trip along the river, and both the captain and guide were fantastic. They were extremely knowledgeable about the river and the wildlife, and we learned so much during the trip.
Back at the lodge, meals were served at set times. The food was basic but very tasty and more than enough after a day of activities.
The following day was a full-day game drive, and it was absolutely breathtaking. The amount of wildlife you see is extraordinary, and the national parks themselves are stunning. One of the best things for us was how quiet it felt compared with some other safari destinations. We could often go hours without seeing another safari vehicle.
Our driver really went above and beyond to make sure we saw as many animals as possible. We managed to see 3 of the Big Five, along with so much other wildlife. There was a lunch break halfway through the day, which was a welcome chance to relax, and the jeeps have built-in coolers, so there were plenty of refreshments available throughout the day.
Towards the end of the day, our driver took us to a clifftop viewpoint to watch the sunset. It was the perfect way to finish an already incredible day.
On our final morning, we did a bush walk lasting around an hour. It was really interesting and we were guided by a member of the Maasai community and a bushman, who shared lots of interesting knowledge about the area. If we were to do the trip again, though, I think we would probably try to arrange a morning game drive instead.
Afterwards, we began the drive back to Dar es Salaam for our onward flights.
Overall, this was a truly amazing experience and we had the best time. Uwanda Tours offered fantastic hospitality, knowledgeable guides and an incredible safari experience, all at a very affordable price compared with many other Tanzanian safari options.
A couple of tips:
Take some small US dollar bills for tipping the staff. They are greatly appreciated, and the staff really do go above and beyond for their guests.
Wear neutral-coloured clothing for the game drives.
If you get travel sick, definitely consider medication for the long road journey — or look into the fly-in option if your budget allows.