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Email Aristide Police | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Gorilla & Chimps, but also much more
This trip it is not all about primates, even though the Gorilla in Bwindi and the Chimps in Kibale are the main purpose of any safari in this Country.
Sir Winston Churchill was right in saying that this is the "pearl of Africa": the sources of the river Nile, the Murchison Falls, the lakes (Victoria, Albert, Edeard, George, not to mention the volcanic crater lakes), the Rwenzori Mountains, the Volcanoes.
The traditional game drives in the National Parks (Kidepo, Murchison Falls and Queen Elizabrth) are eautiful and very interesting especially for bird watchers, but of course this is not a big five premier destination.
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Email Teresa Gonzalez | 65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Ngoni Safaris was an excellent tour operator and the guide was absolutely incredible.
Uganda surprised me. The amount of wild life, species of birds, quality lodges, made our trip unforgettable. The chimp and gorilla visits of the trip were magical. The gorilla trek offered us an opportunity to view the ground of gorillas including babies.
I highly recommend a visit to Uganda.
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Email Berth Simpson | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
the best country with green nature
we travel with tarent in uganda and is a beaituful country for sure best food and ovacado at lake mutanda lodge
Email Deanne Mahoney | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Opulent
Uganda is everything you expect to see in Africa, from the beautiful friendly people, to the charismatic animals, and the wild and picturesque scenery. My husband and I had only a short time to see all we could, and Jennifer at Peak Cruise Safaris ensured we got to see what we asked for, and more. Loved it.
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Email Messieri Simone | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Wonderful experience
All is Wonderful!!!! Landscape, wildlife and peoples…one of the best experience of my life.From savanah to jungle, where we saw the big five, gorilla and chimpanzees, I don’t think there are other places like this in Africa.The trip was perfectly organized bu Africa Adventure Vacation, Robert it’s was kind and caring, Frank it was a fantastic person and guide.
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Email Rafael Gonzalez | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Trip of a lifetime! Exceeded expectations (Because of my guide, Derrick)
I had one of my best travel experiences EVER with Home To Africa Tours. I did a 12 day western Uganda tour which allowed me to focus on one part of the country and be able to actually enjoy the trip instead of trying to rush from one place to the next. Derrick was my driver and he was the perfect guide for me. He was very chill but also very informative and knowledgeable about wildlife and the culture of the country. I told him I wanted a taste of the "real" Uganda instead of just doing the touristy things. He took me out to a couple of the local bars at night to play some pool with the locals, we stopped and ate some of the street food from the local vendors and we became friends along the way.
The thing about traveling to a third world country, is that you have to remember that you are in a third world country and you are not going to have the same comforts or amenities as you may have at home or while visiting other westernized countries. You would think this would go without saying, however, I realize that is not always the case. However, with that being said, my lodges were very comfortable with beautiful surroundings and left me with nothing to complain about.
Another thing to remember is wildlife is unpredictable and even though you might have it in your mind that you're going to see all of these animals you dreamt of seeing, the reality is, that's not always the case. I was one of the lucky ones and saw even more than I bargained for. Part of that was because I decided to spend an extra day at Queen Elizabeth NP. Three days at that park might be too many for some, but after not seeing much the first two days, I opted to do the tracker experience (for an extra fee). That was a total game changer for me. It allowed for a "front row" view of a leopard in a tree and a pride of lions making a kill. I even saw a hyena running across the savanna. I wouldn't go into this expecting to see the same things, however, you're chances of seeing these animals do increase drastically.
I did gorilla, chimpanzee and golden monkey trekking as well. I was one of the lucky groups to locate the gorillas within the first hour of trekking, however, I know this can be a 7-9 hour day while hiking through some very difficult, steep terrain. The experience was amazing but that hour did go by fast for me. It was definitely worth the experience, but if I go back, I might opt to do the gorilla habituation where you can spend four hours with them.
All in all, it was a trip of a lifetime for me and I would definitely recommend Home To Africa Tours. I really believe Derrick made all of the difference in my experience. He showed me the "real" Uganda and was so patient about everything. Home To Africa really nailed it in planning everything I had hoped to see and do. I embraced the country and it's culture as well as I could, and I hope if you choose to go, you do the same. It's a beautiful country with so much to offer, but ultimately it's up to you to truly embrace the country for all of its beauty.
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Email Arlette | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing Safari
The Murchison Falls National Park is just amazing. We had the chance to see the big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo and hippo). On our way to the park, we've made a stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary as well.
The Murchison Falls are just breathtaking. It's a must see if you travel to Uganda.
Email Sarah | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Beautiful green lush country with friendly people
After spending some time in Kenya (dry and rough in most places), it was refreshing to travel through Uganda for a few days. The landscape was breathtaking, so many green hills - not to mention the incredible Bwindi Forest where we had the opportunity to see Silver Back Gorillas in the wild! The roads were much better than in Kenya, and the people were friendly - especially towards women who seem to be well respected in the Ugandan society. The amount of wild life can't compete with Kenya's huge & abundant national parks though. Overall I had a lovely time in Uganda and I'd be happy to return!
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Email Ken | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
19 aewsome days in Uganda
Very scenic country. Lots of cultural experiences to be had
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Email Panagiota Marouli | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Unspoiled and true Africa!
We went on a tour with Home to Africa that was custom made for us and loved everything about it. Very professional agency from start to end. It is funny how pick season in Uganda means hardly any tourist vehicles around you! We only got to see other tourist cars when visiting Ishasha for the tree climbing lions, and next at the gorilla trekking and that was it.
So we had a lush country to roam like we were the only foreigners in it, winding red dirt roads fenced by dense nature being my favorite. On day one we saw almost every animal there (elephants, water buffaloes, impalas, zebras, birds etc). Queen Elizabeth National Park is home to great numbers of animals and one is sure to spot them very soon into their safari. I particularly loved the misty mountains and the gorilla trekking activity in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. A short but intense adventure that still respects and protects the amazing gorillas.
Lake Bunyonyi is definitely worth a stop over, very serene and picturesque.
Food was excellent (loved rolex!!), no stomach issues although tap water is to be avoided. The weather varied depending on the itinerary, it was hot in the savanna but quite cold up in the misty mountains so t-shirs and fleeces would all serve well. Changing money to local currency is not very easy so you best change at the airport (we tried changing at a bank and they refused saying they would only change 50usd bill or higher!).
Throughout our trip we passed villages and towns, saw up and close the daily routine of the locals and got to meet some of the most polite, welcoming and attentive people I have met in my life. It blows my mind to see what they call "ordinary day" as opposed to what I do. Like when we were escorted to our bungalow and the guide casually directed his flashlight to a herd of implalas that was like 3m away, like right there, resting in the dark among men, feeling safer than the open savanna! The herd was so quiet and it was so dark that we never would've noticed it if he hadn't shown them to us!
Man and nature can co exist in harmony and that is something we need to think of and try to practice more. And this is why I keep returning to Africa.
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