Joyful adventures with Bushcraft Safaris
Bush Craft Safaris
- Located In:
- Size:
- 1-5 employees (Founded in 2024)
- Member Of:
- UTB & UWA
- Tour Types:
- Custom budget & mid-range tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $150 to $760 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
Email Carolyn | 65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
David Kato was our helpful and friendly tour guide who made our trip very enjoyable.
Trip Review: 3-Day Golden Monkey & Gorilla Trek (Rwanda & Uganda)
Rating: 4.5/5 Stars
Overview
Just completed an incredible 3-day adventure tracking golden monkeys and mountain gorillas across Rwanda and Uganda with Bush Craft Safaris.
Starting and ending in Kigali, this fast-paced tour hit every major highlight and delivered unforgettable wildlife encounters. A special shoutout to our guide, David Kato, who helped make the experience fantastic.
Itinerary Highlights
Day 1 (Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda): Traveled from Kigali to Volcanoes National Park for golden monkey tracking. Stayed overnight at The Garden Place Hotel—comfortable, convenient, and set us up well for the journey into Uganda.
Day 2 (Mgahinga Gorilla National Park, Uganda): The main event! Trekking to see the mountain gorillas was a life-changing experience. We stayed at the Amajambere Iwacu Community Camp, which offered wonderful local hospitality and a great atmosphere, though the location turned out to be at a different park entrance than where our gorilla trek actually started.
Day 3 (Return to Kigali): Wrapped up the trip with a smooth transfer back across the border to Kigali.
Pros & Tips
Guide Service: David Keto was our friendly guide throughout the entire trip.
Unbeatable Wildlife: Seeing both golden monkeys and mountain gorillas in three days is a fantastic itinerary.
Note on Camp Location: While Amajambere Iwacu Community Camp is wonderful, double-check which gate your specific gorilla trek departs from to avoid extra travel time in the morning.
NL
Email Tessa | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Bush Craft Safari was incredibly reliable and organized, and provided an unforgettable experience!
We went on a 7-day safari with Bush Craft Safaris, with Mark as our main guide, and Joe as a guide in training and main driver. The safari itinerary included Rhino trekking, visits to Murchinson Falls National Park and Queen Elizabeth National Park with game drives and boat tours, Chimpanzee trekking, Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest and a stay at Lake Bunyonyi, which we thought was an incredible value for the money we paid. The organization and communication before our trip with the operator through Innocent, and our guide Mark, was very reliable and helpful.
This being our first time in Uganda and East Africa, this trip has been unbelievably beautiful, so diverse and exciting, and truly an unforgettable experience, where we really felt like we got to know the great diversity and beauty of the country. Especially the nature and the game drives in Murchinson Falls National Park, where we saw the big 5 and so many additional animals in only two days, as well as the Gorilla trekking experience in Bwindi, where such special highlights of this trip.
Mark was incredibly knowledgeable about the culture and nature of Uganda, sharing countless facts and stories about the country, the different areas we visited, and the local people and traditions. We were also so lucky to have Joe joining this trip as part of his training to become a guide, and were grateful for his incredibly skillful driving through the oftentimes challenging terrain of the country. Being at the end of his training, Joe also had so much knowledge about the country and its nature to share with us. Mark and Joe were also incredible at spotting and tracking down animals during game drives, allowing us to see a number of lions and a leopard during our first two days, as well as countless other animals (Elephants, Giraffes, Buffalos, Hippos, various Antelopes, numerous bird species including the Ugandan Cranes, …).
Mark and Joe also organized various additional activities for us, including a visit to the Equator, tea picking, traditional crafts, and meetings with local communities, which allowed us to learn more about local traditions, customs, and histories. To us, this was a very important element of getting to know the country, especially the opportunity to learn about the history of Bwindi National Park, which included the eviction and displacement of the indigenous communities that originally inhabited the forest, which to this day puts the communities in very precarious circumstances. We really appreciated the possibility to visit these local communities and receive a tour with the Uganda Gifted Children Foundation after visiting Bwindi to learn more about this history and current situation, as well as ways to support them.
Mark was incredibly reliable and organized, always on time, and very friendly, helpful, and forthcoming, making sure we always had what we needed and accommodated for all of our interests and wishes along the journey. He created a great balance of time spent together and time we had alone during meals and activities. Joe was incredibly genuine, friendly, and so funny, and we shared countless great conversations and laughs with him. We are super excited for him to finish his training and become a guide, as he has all the skills and knowledge necessary and more!
We truly appreciate the week spent together and the chance to learn so much from Mark and Joe!
NL
Email Jesse | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Spectacular and diverse Safari covering Uganda's finest
To everyone doubting were to book a safari in Uganda, I would highly recommend Bush Craft Safaris. They helped us make the most of our 7-day trip through Uganda, which covered stunning natural sights, kind people along the way and diverse ways of discovering the country (i.a. by game drives, boat tours, and trekking). From the first moment onwards, Innocent took into account our preferences in planning the tour. The safari itself went smooth and according to plan, thanks to our great guides Mark and Joe. They displayed their vast knowledge about the areas we visited, were open to talk about their own experiences and complemented each other well. Mark excelled in planning activities in advance, spotting animals from far away and utilising his network to improve our experience. Joe is an incredibly steady driver, has a great sense of humour and is attentive in recognising what we needed in specific moments. Overall, this experience was unforgettable and we are grateful for having had this great team to guide us!
CN
Email Fan Shaochuan | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An Unforgettable Safari Experience with Bush Craft Safaris
From the very first email to the final goodbye, Bush Craft Safaris exceeded every expectation. The communication was prompt, clear, and reassuring, making the booking process stress-free. Our guide Frank was incredibly patient, knowledgeable, and passionate about wildlife—he went out of his way to ensure we had the best sightings while respecting the animals and their habitat.
The itinerary was perfectly balanced, offering a mix of breathtaking landscapes and up-close wildlife encounters. At Murchison Falls National Park, we watched the sunrise over the Nile, witnessed elephants drinking by the water’s edge, spotted lions lounging in trees, and came within arm’s reach of graceful giraffes. A mother-and-baby olive baboon strolled right past our vehicle, a Nile crocodile slid into the river, and we even received a memorable “death stare” from a dominant hippo.
In Queen Elizabeth National Park, our lodge was magical—each evening we fell asleep to the calls of weaver birds, and every morning an elephant came to visit our veranda while hippos grazed on the shore. The Kazinga Channel boat cruise was a birder’s paradise, with countless species darting across the water.
The absolute highlight, however, was the mountain gorilla trekking. The moment we locked eyes with the silverback, my heart raced—I felt the raw power of our closest primate relative, and it was both humbling and electrifying. I joked that he could punch me all the way back to China!
The value for money was outstanding—every lodge, meal, and transfer was top-notch, and the reliability of the team meant we never worried about a single detail. This was not just a holiday; it was a life-changing adventure. I am already planning my return trip. Highly, highly recommended!
— A deeply grateful traveler
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Email Marta | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
A bucket-list adventure
I’ve just returned from an unforgettable week in Rwanda and Uganda with Bush Crafts Safaris — truly a bucket-list adventure filled with breathtaking landscapes, incredible wildlife, gorillas, chimpanzees, and endless moments surrounded by nature.
My guide Frank and trainee Joel made the experience even more special. They were professional, caring, and always attentive to my needs, ensuring I felt comfortable while also giving me a genuine and authentic local experience.
As a solo female traveller, I felt safe, supported, and well looked after throughout the journey. I would highly recommend Bush Crafts Safaris to anyone looking for an amazing wildlife adventure with a personal touch.
An unforgettable safari and primate adventure!
Our 4-day / 3-night safari with Bush Craft Safaris, including Gorilla and Chimpanzee Trekking, was an unforgettable experience and one of the highlights of our travels.
Everything was perfectly organized from start to finish and our guide and driver, Allan, was simply outstanding. His knowledge about Uganda’s wildlife, nature, and culture, combined with his great sense of humor, made every day enjoyable and informative.
The Gorilla Trekking was a once-in-a-lifetime experience - seeing these magnificent, gentle animals up close was simply incredible. The Chimpanzee Trekking was equally fascinating and completed an amazing wildlife adventure.
Uganda’s lush green hills, banana, tea and coffee plantations, friendly people, and delicious food truly make it the “Pearl of Africa.”
We highly recommend Bush Craft Safaris and if you‘re lucky enough to have Allan as your guide, you’re in the very best hands!
Just awesome and unforgettable
Our 4 days Uganda safari with Bush Craft Safaris was just perfect. We enjoyed a fantastic time on our trips to Bwindi National Park and Queen Elisabeth National Park.
Absolute highlights were the Gorilla trekking and the Chimpanzee tour. On our way to these various highlights, we could enjoy the beautiful landscapes of Uganda.
Not to forget our driver Allan. He was just amazing. So knowledgable, so friendly and flexible in meeting all our requests and wishes. Thank you so much Allen for all your support. This was really outstanding👍.
Gorillas, Chimpanzees & Wildlife – The Perfect Uganda Safari
Our 4-day safari in Uganda with Bush Craft Safaris was an unforgettable experience from start to finish.
From the moment Allan picked us up at the airport, we knew we were in excellent hands. He was friendly, reliable, and incredibly knowledgeable. During the journey, he shared fascinating insights about Uganda, its people, culture, and wildlife, making every drive enjoyable and informative.
The Gorilla Trekking was simply breathtaking. Seeing a family of mountain gorillas up close in their natural habitat was an emotional experience we will never forget. The Chimpanzee Trekking was equally special, especially when the oldest chimpanzee walked right past us and seemed to pose for our cameras.
The boat safari on the Kazinga Channel and the game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park completed the adventure perfectly. We saw hippos, crocodiles, elephants, buffaloes, warthogs, antelopes, countless birds, a leopard, and finally a magnificent male lion. Allan’s remarkable ability to spot wildlife and his patience gave us plenty of time to observe and take photos.
The accommodations were comfortable, the food was excellent, and everything was perfectly organized.
If you are planning a safari in Uganda, we highly recommend choosing a local company like Bush Craft Safaris. You support the local community while benefiting from outstanding local knowledge and authentic experiences.
A huge thank you to Allan and the entire Bush Craft Adventures team for making this trip truly unforgettable. We would travel with them again anytime.
An incredible experience. Everything was perfect!
The trip was absolutely perfect and truly unforgettable. Our guide, Sarah, made sure that every one of our wishes became a reality. Her presence was invaluable throughout the entire journey—she was always smiling, full of positive energy, and ready to help with anything we needed.
We felt incredibly lucky, and everything went smoothly from start to finish. We honestly have nothing negative to say. It was an amazing experience, and we would highly recommend it!
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Email Paolo Dalmasio | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Everything was perfect
Everything went perfectly, and we loved every moment of the journey.
The true added value was Sarah our driver and guide. She was always cheerful and full of positive energy, and she made sure we got to see everything we wanted to see.