Africa Adventure Safaris, Kampala: Hours, Address, Africa Adventure Safaris Reviews: 5/5
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Tom A
Worcester, UK2 contributions
I travelled to Uganda in Febuary 2022 wth my son and 23 year old grandson on this "trip of a lifetime."
Despite our trip being cancelled twice due to covid and KLM changing our flights Mclean and the team at Africa Adventure Safaris designed a fantastic holiday for us which went off without a single problem.We saw everything we wanted to see and more due in no small part to our driver-guide,Kenneth Muhindi ,who was amazing with a vast knowledge of the flora,fauna,culture and history of Uganda.
We opted for the budget accomodation and were expecting some sort of permanent tents but got beautiful thatched ,en-suite lodges and the food was excellent everywhere we stayed.
The trip was full on with long days but more than fullfilled all our expectations especially the time spent with the gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest-a truly emotional experience.
We could not fault the trip,the itinerary or the organisation and would highly recommend Africa Adventure Safaris .
Despite our trip being cancelled twice due to covid and KLM changing our flights Mclean and the team at Africa Adventure Safaris designed a fantastic holiday for us which went off without a single problem.We saw everything we wanted to see and more due in no small part to our driver-guide,Kenneth Muhindi ,who was amazing with a vast knowledge of the flora,fauna,culture and history of Uganda.
We opted for the budget accomodation and were expecting some sort of permanent tents but got beautiful thatched ,en-suite lodges and the food was excellent everywhere we stayed.
The trip was full on with long days but more than fullfilled all our expectations especially the time spent with the gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest-a truly emotional experience.
We could not fault the trip,the itinerary or the organisation and would highly recommend Africa Adventure Safaris .
Written April 4, 2022
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Jules
5 contributions
Couples
We organized our African adventure with the help of Anna. In our case, this was a 4days/3nights trip to Volcanoes National Park in Rwanda. Anna offered the best help we could wish for, especially in COVID times where we were a bit unsure about the impact on our trip, replying quickly and swiftly to our mail and getting us in touch with the right people in Kigali who could help us out further.
Our driver and guide for the trip was Joan, with whom we had an unforgettable experience in Volcanoes NP. Both Anna and Joan’s help was extended far beyond the trip, helping us out with hiring a car, getting movement clearance, optimizing the rest of our itinerary, getting COVID tests etc.
Would highly recommend to anybody visiting Rwanda or Uganda!
Our driver and guide for the trip was Joan, with whom we had an unforgettable experience in Volcanoes NP. Both Anna and Joan’s help was extended far beyond the trip, helping us out with hiring a car, getting movement clearance, optimizing the rest of our itinerary, getting COVID tests etc.
Would highly recommend to anybody visiting Rwanda or Uganda!
Written July 22, 2021
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Ramesh D
4 contributions
We just took a 10 day Uganda Gorilla Trek safari with African Adventure Safaris. Arrangements were well planned, and all our requests were fulfilled to our satisfaction. Our Guide Luchi William was very accommodating as well, and was very pleasant to deal with. Ms. Mclean was responsive to all email and texts and addressed all our concerns. The 4x4 Land Cruiser Vehicle they provided was very good. It was amazing experience with Gorilla and Chimp Trekking (a little luck always helps!!). I strongly recommend this company, if you are visiting Uganda for Gorilla / Chimpanzee Trekking.
Written July 14, 2021
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Lulu W
3 contributions
In general the trip was a great experience. The accomodation was particularly good and exceeded our expectations. Our guide was a great driver, I felt safe on the roads the whole time. Few small cons - the guide requested / pestered us about getting our family and friends to travel to Uganda repeatedly which got quite tiresome. And some things I thought were included (on the agreed/final itinerary) were apparently not included as we found out whilst on the tour - these were not costly items but I found it very frustrating having spent so much time working through the planning and paying a lot of money for the tour, the company should ensure inclusions and exclusions are clear prior. Overall we had a good experience with the tour company. The Gorilla Trekking and Golden monkey trekking is an unreal experience, I highly recommend doing it.
Written March 1, 2020
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wayfarer324
35 contributions
We used Africa Adventure Safaris for a trip in Rwanda recently and had a great time. They were helpful in customizing our itinerary, as we did two national parks (Volcanoes for 4 days and Nyungwe for 3 days) within a week of each other and had different guides for each (both of which were excellent and knowledgeable). Anna there was very responsive when we had questions and also helped us in a jam when we needed to find a Covid PCR test last minute for entry into one of the parks. They had excellent safety protocols in place and made us feel secure and comfortable. Would recommend!
Written March 2, 2021
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AKTravelKats
Anchorage, AK10 contributions
We are still absorbing a fabulous 13-day trip to Uganda, which we booked through Africa Adventure Safaris. It was a pleasure working with Anna. She provided us with prompt, expert and professional advice on all aspects of our trip, building us a world-class 13-day itinerary that included a gorilla habituation trek in Biwindi Impenetrable National Park (NP); lion tracking, game drives, and a boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel in Queen Elizabeth NP; chimpanzee tracking in Kigali NP; a nature walk in the Bigodi wetlands; game drives in Murchison Falls NP; a boat cruise on the Victoria Nile to Murchison Falls; game drives in Kidepo Valley NP; a visit to the Karamojong Community; and Rhino tracking in the Zziwa Rhino Sanctuary. While the itinerary was excellent, it came to life with our driver/guide Kenneth. His knowledge of Uganda, including its history, culture and wildlife were outstanding. We could not have had a better driver or guide. He was quick to use his experience as a park ranger in both Biwindi Impenetrable and Queen Elizabeth NPs and his extensive network of contacts to help ensure that every aspect of our trip and experiences were the best they could be. We also appreciated his keen eye and outstanding ability to spot and identify birds and other wildlife. The trip exceeded our expectations. We were impressed with the abundance and variety of wildlife; the progressive policies of Uganda’s national park system; and the warmth of the Ugandan people.
Written February 14, 2020
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Gerard M
Dublin, Ireland17 contributions
We have just returned from a 9 day trip to Uganda organised by the excellent Maclean in the Kampala office of Africa Adventure Safaris, We started emails 2 years ago and the trip has been re-scheduled many times due to covid without difficulty. I have used wire transfer, visa and cash payments on arrival at various stages all worked very well and safe. Our guide was an expert Mr.William Luchi, he was super organised, on time, safe, knowledgeable in all aspects of nature and the cultures of his people and no request was a problem. An absolute professional. I think we were very lucky to have him looking after myself my wife and daughter.
The trip itself was unbelievable, we opted for the luxury accommodation and were not dissappointed with any of the choices made by the company. We stayed at Kabalega Wilderness Camp 2 nights, Turacco Treetops 2 nights, Katara Lodge 2 nights, Four Gorilla Lodge 1 night, Birdsnest Resort 1 night all can be viewed on line and the pictures dont lie they are spectacular. Our trip involved games drives x 3 ,river cruise x 2, chimp tracking, and the highlight gorilla tracking. We also visited local communities & Murchison Falls , too much to get into detail.
Food was fantastic with nearly all resorts offering international cuisine with a Uganda twist. The local people & staff are very welcoming, a beautiful country all round and certainly a hidden gem that needs to be visited before commercial tourism kicks in. We had the time of our lives and I have no hesitation to recommend Uganda as a destination & Africa Adventure Safaris as your tour operator. If you need any additional info please message me
Gerard - Dublin Ireland
The trip itself was unbelievable, we opted for the luxury accommodation and were not dissappointed with any of the choices made by the company. We stayed at Kabalega Wilderness Camp 2 nights, Turacco Treetops 2 nights, Katara Lodge 2 nights, Four Gorilla Lodge 1 night, Birdsnest Resort 1 night all can be viewed on line and the pictures dont lie they are spectacular. Our trip involved games drives x 3 ,river cruise x 2, chimp tracking, and the highlight gorilla tracking. We also visited local communities & Murchison Falls , too much to get into detail.
Food was fantastic with nearly all resorts offering international cuisine with a Uganda twist. The local people & staff are very welcoming, a beautiful country all round and certainly a hidden gem that needs to be visited before commercial tourism kicks in. We had the time of our lives and I have no hesitation to recommend Uganda as a destination & Africa Adventure Safaris as your tour operator. If you need any additional info please message me
Gerard - Dublin Ireland
Written September 13, 2021
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ZamboMil
Milan, Italy160 contributions
I did my second excellent trip with Africa Adv Safaris: the first took place mostly in Uganda, the second one was done in Rwanda. As well as the first trip everything has been perfectly organized by Anna, guides (I had 2) were very nice, professional and helpful.
I had a health problem during my stay, and it's mostly in difficulties that you can evaluate the quality of a travel agency: I have been so well supported by both Anna in Uganda and the guide in Rwanda, that even if I had a hard time, I never felt alone. They helped me to find the best solution, and always guaranteed their presence. I felt them as true friends.
I had a health problem during my stay, and it's mostly in difficulties that you can evaluate the quality of a travel agency: I have been so well supported by both Anna in Uganda and the guide in Rwanda, that even if I had a hard time, I never felt alone. They helped me to find the best solution, and always guaranteed their presence. I felt them as true friends.
Written January 26, 2022
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Courtney R
Reading, UK3 contributions
Everything was so well organised, the lodges were very good and our guide (Kenneth) was exceptional. The tour included a cross section of activities and a lot of travelling and we were successful in seeing all of the animals we wanted to see. However I do not think this would have been possible without Kenneth's extensive knowledge of the areas and the national parks specifically. Kenneth had a story to tell about the parks themselves, the animals, the local area, the history and culture.
We thoroughly enjoyed every part of our trip and would be more than happy to recommend both the company and Kenneth personally.
We thoroughly enjoyed every part of our trip and would be more than happy to recommend both the company and Kenneth personally.
Written January 12, 2020
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Caijah A
1 contribution
Family
As a teenager traveling with 9 other members of family (3 other teenagers included), I was AMAZED at not only what Africa had to offer in terms of animals and landscape but also the people we met there. Our guides Fred and Luchi (William), and Luchi’s trainee Danny were incredible; we could not have asked for better people to spend 14 days of journeying with. We started in Uganda where we did rhino and chimp tracking, then moved Queen Elizabeth, then to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest for the gorillas (amazing), and finally finished in Rwanda. All 3 guides were so personable and knowledgeable about everything we could’ve hoped to learn about African countries. They also made us feel so safe and secure and gave us very close-up experiences of people’s cultures in Uganda. Very high quality people. Thank you Africa Adventure Safaris! I hope to travel back to Africa someday as an adult so I can experience this whole thing again! 100/10 would recommend.
Written January 10, 2020
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mary s
Rochester Hills, MI1 contribution
Wondering if I can take a wheeled duffel bag as luggage on planes to Kenya and Zimbabwe ?
republika30
Korce, Albania477 contributions
I will be in Uganda next week for 6 days. What kind of activity I can do during this time? Thnx
AKTravelKats
Anchorage, AK10 contributions
I agree with the advice provided by sjk1279 above that there is a lot to see and do. Depending on your interests, you could also go Gorilla tracking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Chimpanzee tracking in Kibale National Park, and/or Rhino tracking in the Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary. Just get in touch with Africa Adventure Safaris and explain what your interests are and they will be able to put together an excellent itinerary for you.
mamamarz
Lake Charles, LA167 contributions
Hi- thinking of using this company for June2020. Would love to know more about the places you went to- since you can design your own trip, I am trying to decide on what to see, not miss etc. Any info you might be willing to share would be appreciated. Thanks!
Steven K
26 contributions
For me it was all about the gorillas. I recommend you do two treks. I did one in Rwanda and one in Uganda. There is no guarantee which gorilla family you will get assigned by the park and you want to try and see as many as you can. I saw far more gorillas in Rwanda. The permit fees for the monkeys should be the same in Uganda and Rwanda. The difference is the permit fees for the gorillas. Rwanda has several treks you can do in Volcanoes National Park. I did the Dian Fossey trek and visited her grave and former research camp. It was a tough trek in the mountains with lots of mud but my porter helped me out and I was so glad I visited. It was so beautiful up there and the vegetation is stunning. The Lake Area between Uganda and Rwanda is also beautiful. I thought Kigali was an amazing city. Beautiful rolling hills and lush vegetation. The Rwandan memorials to the genocide are also must visits. Make sure you get the East African Visa which allows travel between Uganda and Rwanda and Kenya. Much easier then paying for individual visas for all the countries. Finally, June is rainy season up their so factor that in for gear, difficulty of hikes, etc. Many clear days but the downpours make the trails slippery and muddy. Still an amazing experience to be standing in front of these gentle giants.
Jackie R
Reading, UK3 contributions
Hi, please can you advise the fees you charge for paying for a tour via credit card and why these fees? With other agents I am being advised of a 2% fee (which is usual) however I am being told african adventures safaris charge 4%.
Thanks
Greenjellychum
57 contributions
I believe it’s the ‘in country’ charge and not something Africa Adventures can do anything about - but best ask them. Whatever, you’ll have an experience of a lifetime. I hope you enjoy your trip.
Linda_VA
Crozet, VA297 contributions
We are beginning our research of tour companies for a Uganda/Rwanda trip in 2020. AAS reviews are "through the roof" so we will seriously consider using them. Can anyone give me an idea when to go? I know the rainy season is March - May and October - November. But we are considering January or February. Is that any different than June or July?
RickBeckyKatie
Colorado15 contributions
We were there May 9-21. It rained pretty heavy the first couple of days, but was very sporadic the rest of the trip with no rain at all on a couple of days. In talking with some of the local farmers, Rwanda is in a slight drought. Even though it rained on us during our Gorilla Trek, it was still an awesome trip.
sekarb
San Francisco, CA137 contributions
I have been communicating with Maclean from AAS about the Chimp and gorilla trekking there.
I am still not clear on how the deposit and the permits work.
1. How do I know the gorilla and chimpanzee permits have been secured? Do they send you a scanned copy of the
permits or you just have to hope that it's all done after I send in the payment and book your flights?
2. How long did it take between sending the deposit and securing permits?
3. Do they send any kind of documentation showing the confirmed lodging, tour etc? I assume I need those for visa?
Thank you!
- Sekar :)
jlhdvm
Richland, WA17 contributions
We had a good experience with Maclean. We wired the money and received a scanned receipt by email within a day or two, as I recall. We did not receive a copy of the permits but I imagine you could request them to be scanned in as well. I was worried about that also as I had been told by a couple of travel agencies that permits were not available for the days I wanted. I asked about two days after we received the scanned receipt and Maclean told us that they had already procured the permits.
We received an email that told us which lodging had been confirmed for us but we did not get any documentation for that.
I will say that this was a fabulous trip. We saw the mountain gorillas and the golden monkeys on a different day. The only glitch was that our driver did not arrive at our hotel in Kigali at 8:00 am as scheduled the morning we were due to depart. After several phone calls, which the hotel staff was very helpful with, the driver was tracked down and finally arrived at 9:40 am. It turned out that he had thought he was supposed to pick us up at 9:00 am and then had some issues with the vehicle. Everything turned out okay in the end. He was a great tour guide around Kigali and took us to the genocide museum (must see!) before heading out to our hotel in Uganda. He was a great driver on some of the scary mountain roads! (I also wish someone would have told us that our drive would have been less scary if we had picked a different type of hotel which would have been closer to the gorilla trip starting point!) But overall the gorillas and monkeys more than made up for any small inconveniences!
Ciao, io vorrei fare un Safari in Uganda e ho letto le vostre ottime recensioni. Mi potreste dire se organizzano anche tour con guide parlanti italiano??
Tmickus
9 contributions
I would like pricing for a minimum 10 day trip. There would be two to 4 people. Focus would be primates. Gorillas in Uganda and rawanda. Chimpanzees etc. what month would you recommend? What city would we fly into ? How safe is this area? We would be a group of older women but we are hikers and in good shape.
Ga-ATL
Atlanta166 contributions
See above answer call Anna at African Adventure Safaris and let her handle you will be amazed!
Jeremy613
Philadelphia, PA8 contributions
What is the price of the tours at budget and moderate accomodations??
williwang
Copenhagen, Denmark142 contributions
For a one night two day tour: $1200pp staying in budget, $1350pp staying in mid range and $1500pp staying in luxury accommodation (including everything)
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