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Uganda Safari
Embark on an unforgettable safari adventure in Uganda, a hidden gem of Africa’s safari destinations. Uganda’s tours and wildlife safaris offer thrilling encounters with the Big 5, magnificent natural scenery, and immersive cultural experiences. These safaris often combine Uganda’s prime locations with excursions to Rwanda or the idyllic beaches along the East African coast.
In Uganda, you can explore the mesmerizing Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, home to the majestic mountain gorillas, or marvel at the tree-climbing lions of Queen Elizabeth National Park. The diverse landscapes range from the snow-capped Rwenzori Mountains to the expansive savannas of Murchison Falls National Park, offering a plethora of experiences for every safari enthusiast.
Uganda is also renowned for its spectacular birdwatching opportunities, hosting over half of Africa’s bird species. Visitors can immerse themselves in the rich and diverse cultures by interacting with indigenous communities, such as the Batwa pygmies, and savoring a unique blend of African and Asian cuisines that reflect the country’s varied heritage.
Strategically located near Rwanda and Tanzania, Uganda offers the unique opportunity to combine gorilla trekking with classic wildlife safaris. Additionally, numerous tour options include relaxing beach vacations on the shores of Lake Victoria, showcasing Uganda’s picturesque landscapes and rich biodiversity.
Uganda caters to a diverse range of holiday experiences, perfect for families seeking child-friendly activities, couples on romantic getaways, adventure-seeking honeymooners, or groups celebrating special occasions. Every traveler’s expectations are surpassed in Uganda, where the quality of service is consistently high. The country’s premier destinations boast a range of luxury accommodations, from eco-friendly lodges nestled in nature to contemporary hotels and resorts with a plethora of amenities.
Quick links to travel advice
- Planning a Uganda safari for the first time? Begin with the Uganda Safari Guide for Beginners.
- Debating between an East Africa safari in Uganda or Rwanda? Read our expert advice on Where to Safari: Uganda or Rwanda.
- Considering a trip to Lake Victoria? Check out our Uganda Lakeside Guide.
- Why choose a privately-guided safari? Discover the advantages of tailor-made travel in Uganda.
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Great Safari with Meektrails
We recently completed a 7 night safari with Meektrails and had a great experience. Our tour was originally organized by Charles who was very responsive and able to customize our itinerary to our wishes and budget. We spent time in Maasai mara, Nakuru, Amboseli, and Tsavo and enjoyed all of them. The land cruiser was in excellent condition, with a pop-up roof, huge roll down windows, comfortable seats, and working power plugs.Our amazing guide was Anthony who really elevated the experience and allowed us to have an incredible Safari. From the start Anthony was so friendly and open, and made it clear his aim was to make our experience as great as possible. He was absolutely amazing at finding animals and getting us as close as possible to all different animals. We saw everything we had expected and more including cubs and young of nearly every species. He knows all the roads, routes, and small trails which allowed us to get very up close experiences. He also seems to know everyone, from other guides to park rangers which helped us learn about and find the location of animals. He was even also able to organize an early entrance to a couple of the parks to allow us to see sunrise in the park with the animals.Throughout the trip Anthony always double checked the planned schedule with us and offered many suggestions for changes or additions to the plan which really improved the trip. It's clear he has a lot of experience, and local knowledge which allowed him to adjust the itinerary in the best way possible. It's also clear he cares greatly for the local communities and organized for us to give our unused lunch packs to local children rather than seeing the food go to waste.We greatly appreciated our time with Anthony and thanks to him the safari exceeded all our expectations. As for Meektrails the booking process was responsive and easy, and everything was organized as discussed with no hitches. We would certainly organize another safari with Meektrails if returning to Kenya.
Best guide, best company
Our 7-day safari with Meektrails Safaris in Kenya with our guide Anthony was absolutely unforgettable! From start to finish, the experience exceeded all expectations. Our guide Anthony was phenomenal—he was knowledgeable, patient, and went above and beyond to ensure we saw everything on our wildlife wishlist. Thanks to his incredible skill and dedication, we had close encounters with the Big Five, witnessed breathtaking landscapes, and even saw species we hadn’t expected. His passion for wildlife and his deep understanding of the ecosystem made every game drive an adventure filled with learning and excitement. The accommodations and planning by Meektrails were seamless, making the whole journey stress-free and comfortable. Whether it was sunrise safari or tracking animals, every moment was magical. If you’re looking for a safari company that delivers an exceptional experience with a personal touch, Meektrails Safaris is the one. Highly recommended!
An amazing 6 day safari
We had a really great experience! We went on a 6 day safari. Our guide was Phillip, we went to Masai Mara and we spotted the big five. Phillip was a really good and enthusiastic guide. I would really recommend it.
Unforgettable first safari
We chose MeekTrails for our first family Safari in Kenya and it was a great choice. We built with them a program that perfectly fitted to our group (with people of different ages 11-60). Our five day safari brought us to Amboseli, Nakuru Lake and Masai Mara Nationals Parks and our fantastic guide Njinu made us see a lot of wild wonderful animals, included the big five! He could always find the best spots that made our experience unforgettable. The Sopa Lodges we chose were clean and comfortable, with a lot of services and pools.We strongly recommend MeekTrails if you’re thinking about going to Kenya to make a safari to discover african wikdlife! 🐆🐅🐘🦒🦏🐃
A week we never will forget
First of all: a big Thank You to the whole team of Meek Trails. From the first contact with Diana until the last drop off at the hotel in Nairobi everything was perfect. Especially Philip: he was calm during driving, told us everything we should know about Africa, the animals, the plants and how to behave in Kenia. Everyday we felt that he was not only doing his job very well, but he was really loving the nature, the big animals and the small ones, specially the moorhens. He was patient, waited with us for the best moments, so we were very lucky to see all the animals we had hoped to see and were able to shoot beautiful photos. We saw the Big 5, the Ugliest 5 and many others and many birds. The days with Philip were full of seeing things and many laughters. The chosen hotels were all beautiful, the meals very good. At last: Thank you Meek Trails for that beautiful and unforgettable surprise at my birthday, when the whole team of the Zebra Camp and a Masai-Group were singing and dancing for me. Diana and Philip: Asante sani - we will miss you!
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