Alex & Alphonse, your Amatsiko safari guides await
Amatsiko Tours
- Office In:
- Size:
- 1-5 employees (Founded in 2024)
- Member Of:
- USAGA, UWA & Uganda Tourism Board
- Tour Types:
- Small & medium group tours (Mid-range & luxury)
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $125 to $1,500 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
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Reviews
Email Hiren | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Best tour company in Uganda, would choose them again without hesitation!!
We had an amazing experience with Amatsiko Tours and would choose them over any other tour company without question. We were three American travelers on a custom tour, and Alex and Alphonso personally traveled with us the entire time. They have a beautiful mission and knowing that all of their profits support their school in Kibale makes the experience feel even more meaningful. They personally came to pick us up in Bwindi, spent two days touring around Queen Elizabeth National Park and then took us to Entebbe. Please reach out to them if you want a personalized tour even!!
Throughout the trip, they were professional, calm, and very communicative. We ran into a few unavoidable hiccups like road closures, but they explained everything clearly and always let us decide how we wanted to move forward. We never felt rushed or pressured at ANY point.
Their 4x4 safari vehicle with an open roof is absolutely perfect for safari and honestly the best safari car you could imagine. Thanks to their knowledge and timing, we saw lions, a leopard, elephants, hippos, crocodiles, antelope, and topi all in one day at Queen Elizabeth National Park, which felt unreal. They also arranged smooth transport all the way to Entebbe and directly to the airport, making the entire experience easy from start to finish. Their pricing is very fair for the level of care and quality you receive, and it feels good knowing that their tours support the school they founded.
This is a genuine review and we were not asked to write it. We hope to travel with them again someday and would love to visit their school as well, their mission is truly so beautiful!!!
JP
Email Yosihiro | 65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Meaningful Private Safari with Wildlife, Culture, and Community Impact
I joined an 8-day private safari from Uganda to Rwanda as a solo traveler, and it was an excellent experience from start to finish. Having a dedicated guide throughout the trip made everything smooth and stress-free. His English was clear and easy to understand, and his explanations about wildlife, nature, and local culture were always thoughtful and informative.
The itinerary was very well balanced. I enjoyed game drives, a walking safari in Lake Mburo, chimpanzee tracking in Kyambura Gorge, and a boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel, all of which offered different perspectives on Uganda’s wildlife. Gorilla trekking in Bwindi was the highlight of the trip — seeing mountain gorillas up close in their natural habitat was truly unforgettable.
What made this tour special was that it went beyond wildlife. Cultural experiences with the Batwa people and visits to local communities around Lake Bunyonyi gave me a deeper understanding of how people live in harmony with nature. These moments felt genuine and respectful, not staged.
The lodges and hotels were comfortable, food was consistently good, and long driving days were broken up with scenic stops and local market visits, which made the journey enjoyable.
The tour is operated by **Amatsiko Tours**, an NGO that runs a school for children from disadvantaged communities. Knowing that the tour proceeds support education and community projects made the experience even more meaningful.
I would highly recommend this tour to travelers who are looking for more than just wildlife sightings, and who value responsible tourism and cultural connection.
