Affordable Hakuna Matata-No Worries, Safaris

Affordable Hakuna Matata- No-Worries Safaris created by Kabiza Wilderness Safaris

We Know Your Concerns: We Create Affordable Hakuna Matata-No Worries Safaris in Uganda.

Kabiza Wilderness Safaris creates Affordable Hakuna Matata-No Worries, Safaris in Uganda: Tell someone you are going on a Safari in Uganda. The response that you might get is raised eyebrows and a questioning look. Often accompanied by, ” the place where Idi Amin is from?”

We know and understand your concerns, fears, and worries about Uganda. Much of the country’s information is based on anecdotal myths, ancient fables often related to the best-known African besides Nelson Mandela, the brutal dictator Idi Amin.

Many of those considering visiting Uganda are held back by fears. Fears about Safety and Security in Uganda and concerns about their health and wellbeing.

African Travelers’ expectations for things to go wrong are higher for Africa and Uganda than for other parts. We understand those worries, doubts, and concerns. Presently Uganda is safer than many of America’s big cities. Safety and Security are why we create personalized, private, mid-range, and luxury Hakuna Matata – No Worries, Safaris in the Pearl of Africa, Uganda.

Hakuna Matata- No-Worries Safaris is not a Disney Innovation.

Before Disney made Hakuna Matata household words, it was part of the Swahili culture and way of life. Disney may have erroneously issued the trademark for Hakuna Matata on T-Shirts. Still, the words have been used for centuries wherever Swahili is spoken.

Hakuna Matata is a combination of Swahili words meaning “there are no troubles.” Hakuna means “there is not here.” Matata means “problems or troubles.” Hakuna Matata depicts that everything is okay and all is well. Hakuna Matata means stop worrying, and everything will fall into its place.

The reality is that a safari does not fall into place. We are, not you, the ones who ensure everything is in place. We handle the logistics, such as gorilla and chimpanzee permits, and arrange the lodging, driver, vehicle, and activities you want. The result is a Hakuna Matata – No Worries, Safari for you.

You can relax and focus on the Safari, the Journey, and Hakuna Matata style. Leave all the worries to us. We will handle the details so that you can enjoy Safari. We live and work here. Yours is not our first Safari, and we have been doing this for over a decade. Enjoy your time on a Safari in Uganda, the Pearl of Africa.

The Hakuna Matata-No Worries Safaris Concept – An African way of Traveling on Safari

Our Hakuna Matata- no worry Safaris are rooted in the long tradition of African Hospitality. The African Tradition of Hospitality is not just a “my casa – your casa” concept, and African Hospitality goes much further. The host takes responsibility for your well-being, safety, and Security. Things that the guest does not have to worry about while enjoying the host’s hospitality.

You are our guest on a Safari with Kabiza Wilderness Safaris. We are like an umbrella for you,

We act like an umbrella shielding you, meaning we’ve covered you on a Safari and the basis for Hakuna Matata – Worries Free Safari.

Safaris are our business, and 99% of the time, things go better than expected. Hakuna Matata- No Worry, Safaris are the norm and not the exception. Your Encounters with Gorillas, Chimpanzees, and Wildlife are unpredictable since they are not staged performances in a Zoo but in the African Wild. In most cases, the wilderness encounters far exceed your expectations.

We use the precisely right midrange and luxury lodges with quality rooms. Accommodation where you will enjoy the meals and the levels of service offered. Motels and Hotels where you can have an enjoyable sunrise coffee and a sundowner drink as the day ends.

Hakuna Matata-No Worries, Safaris in Uganda means you can focus on what you came for. Your attention is on the Mountain Gorillas, Chimpanzees, Wildness, and Scenic Wonders because we’ve covered you on your Safari in Uganda, the Pearl of Africa.

Kabiza Wilderness Safaris creates Hakuna Matata-No Worries Safaris in Uganda:

Hakuna Matata – No Worries, Safaris is a catchy slogan and a mindset with which we create and design your safari. We combine African Hospitality with American-style customer service. Some of our seasoned African Travelers have told us we take Safaris to another level. Something we were grateful to hear.

When you plan and book your safari with us, we treat you not as a customer who buys our services but as a client who partners with us. Our client’s wishes and needs are addressed with our on-ground advice and recommendations as we personalize your safari in the Pearl of Africa.

Your Safety, Security, Health, Lodging, and safari experience concerns are acknowledged and addressed in how we design your Safari. Our primary concern is the successful outcome for a Saari rather than income. That is further reflected in the fact that Kabiza.com is more about giving you the latest information, tips, and advice rather than selling another safari.

Our detailed online safari description gives a sense of what your safari will be like. We go beyond the customary unexplained snippets by diving into what you most likely will experience.

Private Luxury Gorilla – Chimpanzee – Wildlife Safaris:

We create personalized, private Luxury Safaris. You can choose between an upmarket luxury Lodge or exclusive top-of-the-line Lodges.

We have a working relationship with Uganda’s most OK Luxury Lodge giving us a variety of lodges that meet our client’s needs.

Guiding you is your highly experienced driver-guide who knows Uganda. They have a good command of English and local languages and dialects. They will introduce you to the Pearl of Africa and give you the best Safari experience.

You are in your quality and well-maintained Safari vehicle. Fruit snacks and water are available on your journeys in Uganda.

Our Luxury Safaris come with a Value+ Affordable Price Tag, saving you hundreds of dollars without compromising quality.

Find the Luxury Safari that is right for you here, and we will personalize it!

Private Value+ Moderately Priced Gorilla – Chimpanzee – Wildlife Safaris:

Our Value+ moderately priced safaris use quality midrange lodges. They are private safaris with your driver-guide, who knows Uganda. Our Hakuna-Matata, No-Worries private, midrange Safaris emphasize affordable quality, safety, Security, and peace of mind.

Value+ is a full-service safari with all permits, park entrance fees, and activities listed. We only offer full-service safaris and not stripped-down ones lower in price but cost more.

Value+ is what we offer and what we deliver. Quality Lodges, meals, and a quality safari vehicle with a pop-up roof for best game viewing.

Uganda is the country for safe and affordable Primate – Wildlife Safaris. We take it further by offering affordable Value+, moderately priced Safaris in the Pearl of Africa.

Please select one of Our Value+ Midrange Safaris, and customize it for you!

What is included in our private Hakuna Matata – No Worries Safaris:

Experienced Ugandan Driver-Guide: A Safari becomes more enjoyable with a knowledgeable and professional Local Driver-Guide.

Greet and Meet at Airport upon arrival: We provide meet and greet services, including a welcome gift and Safari Informational Packet.

Full-Board Lodging: All meals are included except alcoholic drinks, sodas, and snacks that you might order apart from meals. Some luxury Lodges have non-premium alcoholic beverages and sodas.

Private 4×4 Safari Vehicle with pop-Up Roof: The vehicle has a car fridge, WiFi, bottled Water, Local Fruit, and Nut Snacks; car seats for children are available. Beer, Wine be cooled in Car Fridge upon special request.

Gorilla Trekking: Permits are included in your Safari. We also provide porter services, a walking stick for support, and bottled water. Read our Practical Gorilla Trekking Advice:

WiFi Internet Access: Most Lodges only provide a WiFi Internet Connection in the main lodge. We offer you a MiFi Router that gives you and your party access to the internet in your cottage or room, depending on nearby transmission towers. Read Staying in touch with home.

Spanish, French, Italian, German, Russian, Mandarin, Arabic Speaking Driver-Guides: At an extra cost.

Your Dietary Needs can be met: Notify us if you are a vegan, vegetarian, or need a gluten-free diet. Halala dietary requirements can be completed in most instances. Strictly kosher nutritional requirements cannot be met on safari. The Abayudaya- Ugandan Jews by choice Synagogues can be consulted for strict kosher meals in Kampala and at their Guesthouse near Mbale in Eastern Uganda.

Religious Observances: Catholic, Anglican, Born-Again (evangelical), and Pentecostal Sunday services can be incorporated into a Safari, as can be Friday Prayer services for Muslims. Shabbat Services for Jews can be included in a Safari in the Kampala area, where there are several synagogues near Mbale in eastern Uganda.

AMREF-Flying Doctors Air-Medivac Insurance coverage: Our clients have covered the case of an infrequent need for medical evacuation to a hospital that meets international standards.

Our Flexible Booking Policy and our Price Guarantee are additional ways to give our Clients peace of mind when booking a Safari with us. We suggest you take out travel insurance with a cancellation policy that Protects you.

Get Started Planning your Gorilla – Chimpanzee – Wildlife Safaris in Uganda!

Contact us

Contact us and tell us what you would like to include in you Gorilla-Chimpanzee-Wildlife Safari. Let us know whether you would like a midrange or luxury Safari

Planning your Safari

With your input we create the private, luxury or midrange Safari Itinerary that fits you. Permits are bought, Lodges are booked.

Your Safari

On the date of your choice - your African Dream Safari in Uganda begins

Time Limited Discounts on our Midrange Value+ and Luxury Safaris!

Private Midrange Value+ Safari Discounts:

5% discount on a Safari of four to nine days in length: This includes quality midrange, quality, above average lodges who have agreed to work with us to be able to this one-of-kind unprecedented discount to you. Arrival and departure days are included.

10% on ten days or longer Safaris: Save an incredible 10% on your Safari in Uganda. 10% has never been offered by tour operators in Uganda, aside from times when gorilla permits were on special and time-limited discount by Uganda Wildlife Authority. Our discount is not limited to a short time; our offer is for all of 2023 and 2024. However, the Safari must be booked by December 31, 2023.

Read more about Midrange Safaris here. When contacting us, include in your text “Inflation Discount.”

Private Luxury Safari Discounts:

10% discount on a Safari of four days or longer: This includes our Fly-In Safaris with Aerolink Safari Airline. We use the best Luxury Lodges available with whom we have working relationships. Most luxury lodges we use have seasonal discounts during the off-and-shoulder seasons of the Year. The dates of such seasonal discounts vary from lodge to club. We will automatically include such discounts and inform you of them.

Our Luxury Safaris Our Luxury Fly-In Safaris

Please Note: Gorilla Trekking, Gorilla Habituation Experience, Chimpanzee Trekking, and Chimpanzee Trekking, Golden Monkey Trekking, or Golden Monkey Permits are not discounted since they are set at a fixed price unless Uganda Wildlife Authority offers a temporary discount, then that discount will be reflected in the cost of the Safari. It should also be mentioned that our discounted Safaris are not a stripped-down version of what we usually offer, and this offer is not retroactive, covering previously booked safaris.

Here is what our clients say about our Gorilla – Chimpanzee – Wildlife Safaris in Uganda

We just completed a 10 day safari with Kabiza, starting in Kigali and ending in Entebbe with 10 glorious days in between. We had the most wonderful time! Jon Blanc, who handled our booking and custom itinerary did a superb job of communicating from the initial contact through departure. This was going to be the trip of a lifetime with it’s highlight, an all day Mountain Gorilla habituation. It was all that and more. Brian, our driver, was phenomenal. We dubbed him Brian Uganda! He is representing some of the best Uganda has to offer. Always cheerful, polite, informative and going above and beyond even at the end of an arduous 13 hour day! We will remember him and our 10 days forever! The lodges were mid range and all delivered in their own unique ways, some had stellar service, others incredible food or phenomenal settings, in all though, none fell short in delivering on expectations. The journey itself was wonderful, we enjoyed between parks to experience Uganda and observing its people, an eye opener even for experienced travelers. The parks all rounded out a fuller picture of wildlife and ecosystems, so varied in a relatively small country. Bwindi is truly the impenetrable forest..the hike to the gorillas and back was challenging, but Adrenaline and your porter will push you forward and when you are in their midst for those glorious 4 hours it is truly life changing. We also did the chimpanzee habituation in Kibale and it turned out to be amazing. The unhabituated group was not cooperative, but the rangers took us at the end over to the habituated group and allowed us to stay longer with them than the folks who only paid for the trek. That really made up for the earlier miss and the larger amount of people on this side that could only stay mere minutes with each primate. No tree climbing lion sightings for us in QEP but a good amount of elephants even in large groups and with many babies in close proximity. The Kazinga Channel boat ride is amazing, much better than that at Murcheson Falls with respect to abundant wildlife, however, MF made up for it if you take the hike up to the top of the falls to marvel at its power...mind blowing. We were lucky to see a total of 6 lions and a leopard as well and were super excited to track many giraffes. We even witnessed the ugly and other side of wildlife protection in Murcheson, as during a game drive with a ranger we spotted three poachers chasing a large herd of buffalo. Like marathon runners they sprinted across the Savannah with their spears and our land cruiser was quickly outmatched. With that and the risk to our own safety we had to abandon a chase, but we were able to alert the other rangers in the park and hope they were captured. All in all we could not have asked for more and would highly recommend Uganda, Kabiza and especially Brian for anyone looking to have a great safari experience!Astrid StrackeFebruary 2, 2020

Myself, 2 friends and my 2 children aged 6 and 2 years had a wonderful time on safari with Kabiza wilderness safari. The communication from them was great both before and during the trip. Everything was as promised (as much as is possible on an African safari!) and we have many special memories from our trip. Our driver was knowledgeable and sensitive to the needs of the whole group. We had such a good time what we extended our safari by a day! I have no hesitation in recommending Kabiza Wilderness Safaris and will use them again in future if the opportunity arises.Becca JonesJanuary 21, 2020

We chose to use Kabiza Wilderness Safaris because they are actually based in Uganda and to us that means they will know the ins and outs better than a travel company thousands of miles away. Kabiza planned a 12 day safari for us with a focus on primates. Chimps, Gorillas and Monkeys. We just emailed Jon Blanc and told him what we wanted to see . He gave us a sample itinerary, we then gave our input and ended up with the PERFECT Safari adventure.We were very pleased with all of the recommendations. The gorillas were, of course, the highlight! The experience of having the little gorilla reach out and touch me was unforgettable. The boat trips were a very pleasant surprise. We expected to enjoy them but did not expect them to be right up there with game drives. The banded Mongoose was another surprise! That was a treat, I would have stayed with them longer if time permitted. That was great! We saw the Big 5, no problem. Every detail was thought of. Our guide, Carlos was great, very knowledgeable and professional. He really knows his job and he works very hard to make sure everything goes smoothly. Every evening Carlos would tell us what to expect the next day, even recommendations on appropriate dress based on activities. A good guide can truly make or break your trip.Alan JamesOctober 31, 2019

We recently finished a gorilla safari in Uganda organized by Kabiza. Jon was very helpful and insightful in arranging all of the details and answering my many questions beforehand. The logistics were well taken care from our pick-up in Rwanda, transportation to Uganda and the return journey. Our guide/driver was very knowledgeable and made sure everything went smoothly with transportation, hotels, trekking, etc. We were very impressed with the natural beauty of the country and friendliness of the people we met. We trekked in both Bwindi and Mgahinga national parks. The gorilla trekking was an unforgettable experience. I’d certainly recommend Kabiza and we will definitely use them again if our travels ever take us back to Uganda.Douglas ChudySeptember 25, 2019

We highly recommend Kabiza Safaris. Our planning started only 2 months prior as we had been invited to weddings in Rwanda which prompted unexpected travel to Africa. I feel blessed to have found Kabiza thru google search. Their website is the most comprehensive of all I looked at. Jon was helpful in letting us individualize our tour, adding in extra days for community overnight visits at Boomu Woman's Village and at Ruboni Community Camp to connect with the African people and make our time more meaningful during our 12 days. We were fortunate that two gorilla trekking permits had come available due to someone else cancellation, and our trip was adjusted according to the gorilla permit dates. Communication is key when planning and carrying out such an event. Jon was excellent at returning my emails, answering my many questions and offering suggestions. Carlos our driver/guide was also a great communicator, always giving an overview of the next days events the evening prior. Our initial pickup spot in Entebbe was at an Air BnB not in the center of Entebbe and he called the location the afternoon prior to get exact directions to be on time for our safari start. In preparing for the next day, while in Queen Elizabeth NP Carlos contacted the Lion Researcher to confirm our time with him the next morning. The researcher was no longer available on our scheduled date but was willing to meet us in half an hour so Carlos came by our room to ask if we would like to switch our game drive to having time with the Lion Researcher. If he had not been proactive, we would have missed out on one of the most awesome and entertaining events of our trip. Carlos had a great rapport with Park and Lodge staff and got us connected with a great guide for the chimp trek. At our last NP, Carlos suggested we change out the boat cruise for a Ranger Walk thru the park being up close to the zebras, Impalas and Elon which had not been at the previous NP. It was the perfect sendoff from our five NP tour. Having a private tour in our own comfortable safari jeep, without a doubt was the best way to travel. We witnessed the BIG 5 and so much more. It took me two months to convince my husband to travel to Africa but he totally loved it and so often throughout the trip has told me I absolutely chose the BEST SAFARI company-KABIZA!!! THANK YOU for a trip of the lifetime!!Steven FisherAugust 31, 2019

(Translated by Google) We had a wonderful holiday in Uganda. I had contacted Jon Blanc from Kabiza Wilderness Safari more than a year before leaving (you have to plan a little in advance to obtain the "Gorilla Permits") and everything went wonderfully, from the first contact until the last day of the stay. First of all, Jon was very available for the preparation of the trip. He quickly answered all my many questions in order to organize the trip as I wanted, taking into account his advice of course. We left as a family of 5, our son (15), our 2 twin daughters (19), my wife and me. As a result, we were able to have our own car and spend 12 days in Uganda without having to be attached to a larger group. As a guide/driver, we were lucky enough to come across Wilson. He drives very safely, but he is above all an extremely endearing person who knows the country and the parks like the back of his hand. Wilson quickly became the friend of the whole family and he had a lot to do with the great success of our vacation. We did a probably "classic" trip: Entebbe, Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, Murchison Falls Park, Kibale Forest, Queen Elisabeth Park, Bwindi Forest (and its gorillas!) and Mburo Park before returning to Entebbe. Each stop was worth it: the rhinos to begin with, very impressive, especially when you meet them on foot! Murchison Falls Park with a multitude of animals including elephants, giraffes, hippos, buffaloes, antelopes and monkeys of all kinds, not to mention the spectacular Murchinson Falls. The chimpanzees of the Kibale forest, rather difficult to find, it took a very very long walk... In Queen Elisabeth Park, the Lion Tracking Research kept its promises by approaching very close not only to the lionesses with their young but also a magnificent leopard. Obviously the pinnacle is the hour spent in the middle of a dozen gorillas in the forest of Bwindi. We stopped in Mburo Park on the way to Entebbe to see zebras and impalas. This park allows you to approach the animals on foot (with a ranger) and is worth a stop. The organization was impeccable, everything was well prepared, keeping a certain flexibility despite everything. All the lodges were of very good quality and the food excellent. And the Ugandan population is infinitely welcoming. Many thanks to Jon, Wilson and everyone we met. I can only recommend Kabiza Wilderness Safari for your stays in Uganda. (Original) Nous avons passé de merveilleuses vacances en Ouganda. J'avais pris contact avec Jon Blanc de Kabiza Wilderness Safari plus d'1 an avant de partir (il faut s'y prendre un peu en avance pour obtenir les "Permis Gorilles") et tout s'est passé à merveille, du premier contact jusqu'au dernier jour du séjour. Tout d'abord, Jon a été très disponible pour la préparation du voyage. Il a répondu rapidement à toutes mes nombreuses questions afin d'organiser le voyage tel que je le souhaitais, en tenant compte de ses conseils évidemment. Nous sommes partis en famille à 5, notre fils (15 ans), nos 2 filles jumelles (19 ans), mon épouse et moi. De ce fait, nous avons pu avoir notre propre voiture et passer 12 jours en Ouganda sans devoir être rattaché à un plus grand groupe. Comme guide/chauffeur, nous avons eu la chance de tomber sur Wilson. Il conduit de manière très sûr, mais c'est surtout une personne extrêmement attachante qui connaît le pays et les parcs sur le bout des doigts. Wilson est rapidement devenu l'ami de toute la famille et il est pour beaucoup dans la grande réussite de nos vacances. Nous avons fait un trajet probablement "classique" : Entebbe, le Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, le parc Murchison Falls, la forêt de Kibale, le parc Queen Elisabeth, la forêt de Bwindi (et ses gorilles !) et le parc Mburo avant le retour sur Entebbe. Chaque arrêt en valait la peine: les rhinos pour commencer, très impressionnants, surtout qu'on les rencontre à pieds ! Le parc des Murchison Falls avec une multitudes d'animaux dont les éléphants, girafes, hippos, buffles, antilopes et singes en tout genre, sans oublier les spectaculaires chutes Murchinson. Les chimpanzés de la forêt de Kibale, plutôt difficiles à trouver, il a fallu une très très longue marche... Au parc Queen Elisabeth, le Lion Tracking Research a tenu ses promesses en s'approchant très près non seulement des lionnes avec leurs petits mais aussi d'un magnifique léopard. Evidemment le summum c'est l'heure passée au milieu d'une douzaine de gorilles dans la forêt de Bwindi. Nous avons fait un stop dans le parc Mburo sur le chemin vers Entebbe pour y voir des zèbres et des impalas. Ce parc permet d'approcher les animaux à pieds (avec un ranger) et vaut la peine qu'on s'y arrête. L'organisation était impeccable, tout était bien préparé, en gardant une certaine flexibilité malgré tout. Tous les lodges étaient de très bonne qualité et la nourriture excellente. Et la population ougandaise est infiniment accueillante. Un grand merci à Jon, Wilson et toutes les personnes que nous avons rencontrées. Je ne peux que recommander Kabiza Wilderness Safari pour vos séjours en Ouganda.Pierre GodelaineAugust 17, 2019

We booked a 7-day gorilla habituation safari with Kabiza. We had an amazing time, the habituation is definitely worth the extra cost - the experience of spending so much time watching gorillas in their natural habitat was incredible. Queen Elizabeth National Park and the chimpanzee habituation at Kibale were also great - with an abundance of wildlife. The accommodation along the way was all very good, with friendly staff. Jon was always very quick to respond to questions we had, and to confirm payment. I also found the website really helpful. Finally our driver, Brian, was fantastic. Friendly, attentive and informative. Coping well with some difficult driving conditions and giving us lots of opportunities for taking photos etc.Justin CarrJuly 30, 2019

We just had a fantastic 11-day safari in Uganda with Kabiza. Jon and his team provided a top-notch professional experience from our initial email contact right through to the drop-off at the airport for our flight home. Jon was happy to tailor one of his suggested safaris to include exactly what we wanted and was always responsive to our emails throughout the planning process. The price was extremely competitive, especially considering the cost of tracking permits, the private driver/guide, and the level of luxury we found at the lodges. Our guide Fred was friendly, very knowledgeable, and a great driver (something you'll definitely appreciate on some of the roads!) We stayed at lodges recommended on the Kabiza website and they were all incredible. Most importantly, every detail of our trip was taken care of seamlessly - lodging, permits, entry fees to parks, etc. You definitely want a reputable operator for a trip like this. We witnessed an unfortunate situation in which someone showed up for a chimpanzee trek and their operator had not set it up - what a nightmare, but not something you'll have to worry about if you book with Kabiza! Finally, the Kabiza website is a treasure trove of information, with articles about everything from what to expect on a gorilla trek to information about the culture in Uganda and Rwanda, and regular updates about current events. We met plenty of people on our trip who weren't even aware that something like the gorilla habituation experience or collared lion tracking existed, whereas we had seen all the details about our options on the Kabiza site. Uganda is a beautiful country, we hope to be able to return soon and it will definitely be with Kabiza. We've been on three other safaris in Kenya, Tanzania, and South Africa, so we've had some experience with trips like this - I can't recommend Kabiza enough!Barbara RocciJuly 30, 2019

Jon and his team from Kabiza gave my 15 yr old son and I the trip of a lifetime ! After many months of research it was clear Kabiza was a trustworthy professional and experienced company and it was a delight dealing with Jon as he shaped the perfect week long experience for us. I wanted to do the 4 hour Gorilla Habituation experience and I’m so thrilled I did. I was up-close with a majestic Silverback and his family in the remote Bwindi Impenetrable Forest ... The trackers and guides are incredible and will slash foliage ahead of you to help you get the best possible view of these beautiful creatures. You become part of the experiment as this group becomes accustomed to human contact. I should mention the journey is very challenging and can take up to 4 or more hours each way hiking through very steep and at times muddy terrain. A level of fitness is very important ... I also highly recommend you take a porter to help carry the (at least) 3 bottles of water you should take with you. Thank you Frances and Everest for all your help and patience and good humour !!! The accommodation Jon chose for us was outstanding .... Clouds, Crater Lake Lodge and Kyambura Gorge Lodge are standouts. We had simply wonderful drivers on our trip as we experienced not only the Gorillas but the Chimpanzee Habituation which was also wonderful in the Kibale Forest and a safari through Queen Elizabeth National Park where we saw stunning tree lions and elephants and even a leopard... We would like to thank Wilson, Geoffrey and Hamid ....you guys showed us just how beautiful Uganda is. We cannot wait to return and I highly recommend Kabiza Wilderness Safaris.JANE KJuly 14, 2019

We booked a 5 day "Gorilla and Chimpanzee" trek" safari with Kabiza Wilderness Safaris last year for 14 crazy 🇨🇦’s and loved every minute of it. These guys do a great job! From the "pre-planning" details, the information available on Kabiza's great website.... and the knowledge of the guides we travelled with was ALL amazing. Can’t wait to come back again..... working on another trip for next year! ❤️👍 Like Show more reactionsJoey and Christine WalkerMay 9, 2019

I was hesitant at first but Jon from Kabiza Wilderness Safari made me feel comfortable navigating a system from the other side of the world. The advice provided for our five day gorilla/chimpanzee trekking was spot on. Our guide Remmy took care of us for five days. Again, if you are going on one of these treks, I strongly recommend that you take all the advice from their website. Were we do to this trip again, I would definitely use Kabiza Wilderness Safaris.Don ShearerApril 30, 2019

We are delighted that Jon arranged our ten day gorilla safari in Uganda. The organisation was excellent, we saw gorillas at close range and stayed in lovely accommodations. Our driver/ guide Omar was absolutely first class. I really cannot fault the trip and have no hesitation in highly recommending Kabiza to others. Seeing gorillas in the wild is one of life's beautiful experiences.Jan ShouldersJanuary 29, 2019

Jon was awesome to deal with, right from the get go, and he was very patient with my concerns about booking and paying monies to an organisation we found online. Transferring money was safe and easy. We sent Jon an idea of what we wanted to see and how long we had to play with and he gave us several itineraries to choose from. We booked more than 6 months in advance to secure our Gorilla permits and in the end chose to do 2 days in Uganda with the Gorillas, which we do not regret for 1 second.....we had the most amazing, once in a lifetime experience - both days were different and just as amazing. Brian as our guide for the trip, he was there to meet us at the airport and from then on, was there for anything we needed.....even to the point that when we were on our last Gorilla Trek and running out of time, he went and bought us our wooden Gorillas that we really wanted but had run out of time. We did have some down time and Brian made suggestions about what we could do and was happy to take us anywhere we wanted. The Dian Fossey Museum was a great stop to get some background, and then the Trek to her grave site and to where her cabin used to be, was very special, also very hard (we had mud up to our knees) but we would do it again in a heartbeat. We chose up market accommodation for the trip and we were not disappointed....great food, great customer service and great facilities. The drive to our accommodation in Uganda was both interesting and 'thrilling'! The roads are dirt and very uneven and at times narrow, thankfully Brian was very good at navigating the terrain and made us feel at ease. We have travelled quite a bit and had some unforgettable experiences, Kabiza have added to these and gave us a once in a lifetime experience that was worth every single cent. Everybody should have this experience, these are beautiful creatures that need our help (tourism $$) to ensure that they are there for centuries to come for all to enjoy.Mignon FurnellJanuary 27, 2019

Dear Fellow Travellers! I have been booking tours within Uganda with Kabiza for many years and they have always been an excellent Partner. From the very beginning of planning a wildlife tour to Uganda to the actual Safari they are a very trustful and reliable tour operator. The owners Jon & Geoffrey have been in the tourism business for along time and they do know their country very, very well when it comes to planning and operating a tour! All in all a great company to have a wildlife tour with! Thanks very much once again for the last tour in December 2018. Wolfgang from AustriaWolfgang StolzlechnerJanuary 14, 2019

Of the many wildlife and gorilla trekking tour operators available, I chose Kabiza Wilderness Safaris because I came across their incredibly helpful blog posts on gorilla trekking and found them to be straight forward and incredibly helpful. Even if you choose to go with someone else- read some of Kabiza's content and you'll have a better trip. After choosing Kabiza, Jon and his team's level of service was exemplary! Jon was fast and crisp in all of his email communications and he set up a tour that met our needs exactly. Our tour guide Carlos was wonderfully kind and helpful. He had us feeling at home in Africa within minutes of meeting him. The gorilla trekking itself was magical with Jon and his team being absolutely on point in quickly snagging some habituation permits that became available at the last minute. We stayed at lodges across different price points and each location was comfortable, clean and had it's own charm. Huge thank you to Jon, Carlos, and the rest of the Kabiza Wilderness Safaris team for a wonderful vacation!Ananda GhoshJanuary 11, 2019

We recently returned from Uganda and Rwanda where we did a 4 day gorilla trekking tour, all arranged by Jon at Kabiza Wilderness Safari, and I have to say the experience was nothing short of phenomenal. From the beginning of planning the trip, Jon was very responsive and accommodating to all our requests. He listened to what we wanted and then made suggestions, which all turned out to be amazing, and all for a competitive price. Our driver Bosco was fantastic, very knowledgeable and personable, and all the the different lodges we stayed at throughout the trip were spot on. Mount Gahinga Lodge was fantastic, from the food, to the service and most importantly the proximity to the entrance of the park. Chameleon Lodge is another gem perched on top of Lake Mutanda, it's a little bit of a trek to get there, but the view makes it worth it. Overall the trip far exceeded our lofty expectations, which is a huge compliment to Jon and everyone at Kabiza. Seeing mountain gorillas up close in the wild is an experience unlike any other and something you'll never forget. I can't recommend Kabiza Wilderness Safari enough! You won't be disappointed.Paul VoisardDecember 11, 2018

We just came back from an amazing 9 days safari started in Kigali and ended Entebbe. We did many parks, gorilla tracking x 2 etc ... From the first contact with Jon to the end, everything was perfect. Ask for Remmy as your driver. He has 10 years experience, he drives very well and safely in these bad Uganda roads. He showed to us many animals in the park , he tried hard and made sure we saw the lions and many more. We had many laughs throughout the roads. The car 4x4 was in good condition with a pop off roof. All the lodges Jon suggested were very good . We particularly loved Gahinga lodge ( near entrance of Mgagingha gorilla park ) , ishasha wilderness camp in Queen Elizabeth park and safari crater lodge in kibale. I asked other companies for prices and the price with Kabiza was very competitive even little lower than others. I enjoyed my trip and I highly recommand you Kabiza Wildwrness safaris . Thank you Remmy and Jon .Stephanie CardinalNovember 5, 2018

We have just returned from the most amazing and exciting trip to Rwanda and Uganda. Everything was above and beyond our expectations thanks to Jon and Kabiza Wilderness Safaris. From the early stages of planning, where Jon was extremely helpful and accommodating making sure we got the tour just perfectly tailor made to our wishes to the wonderful lodges, the incredible wildlife and the astonishing natural beauty of The Pearl of Africa. For anybody wanting a trip of a lifetime, we can warmly recommend Kabiza. Thanks a million, Jon - we hope to be able to return soon.tine altschulerSeptember 24, 2018

We invite you to visit Uganda on a Hakuna Matata-No Worries Safari with us:

We know Uganda, and we live here and work here. We know all about creating memorable Hakuna Matata No Worries, Safaris in the Pearl of Africa.

Life on Safari is adventurous and enriching, and it is also relational. When most East African speak of going on a Safari, it is a journey to see family, village, and friends.

Visitors from the West are often obsessed with the Destination. They will curse the bad roads, the dust, and the heat and miss the African journey and all that entails.

You are in Africa, in Pearl, Uganda. Home of Gorillas, Chimpanzees, and Wildlife before you. Wherever you go, friendly and welcoming people meet you. Enjoy the fabulous scenery, such as the crater lakes, the western rift, vast savannahs, jungles, rainforests, the sunrise and sunset, and the star-filled sky.

You will catch Hakuna Matata – Don’t worry, Spirit, that inner attitude on Safari. We will take care of everything else, from Permits to lodging. Enjoy your Safari with Kabiza Wilderness Safaris, and remember we’ve covered you in Hakuna Matata Style.

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