About Us
Kyooma Gorilla Safaris is an indigenous African tour agency fully registered and licensed by Uganda Tourism Board, License No: UTB/RTT/TT/2024/101221, and regulated by Uganda Wildlife Authority. with a strong focus on sustainable tourism and environmental conservation, we are committed to upholding the fundamental human rights of people, particularly orphaned and vulnerable children in Uganda, Rwanda, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Kyooma Gorilla Safaris is an East African safari and tour company dedicated to creating memorable, authentic, and carefully planned African travel experiences. We specialize in gorilla trekking safaris, wildlife safaris, chimpanzee trekking, cultural tours, nature adventures, and customized East African safari itineraries designed around the interests, budget, and travel style of every guest.
Our passion is introducing travelers to the extraordinary landscapes, wildlife, cultures, and communities that make East Africa one of the world’s most rewarding travel destinations. From standing quietly in the ancient rainforest while observing a family of mountain gorillas to watching elephants cross the savannah, tracking chimpanzees through tropical forests, cruising wildlife-rich rivers, or meeting local communities, we believe a safari should be much more than a holiday—it should be an experience that remains with you long after you return home.
At Kyooma Gorilla Safaris, we understand that every traveler is different. Some guests dream of trekking mountain gorillas deep inside Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, while others want classic wildlife encounters, photography adventures, cultural experiences, family safaris, romantic holidays, or longer journeys combining several East African destinations. This is why we focus on creating personalized safari itineraries rather than treating every traveler the same.
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Who We Are
Kyooma Gorilla Safaris is built around a genuine passion for African tourism, wildlife, conservation, and hospitality. Our knowledge of East Africa allows us to design safari experiences that combine famous attractions with the smaller details that often make a journey truly special.
We specialize in safari experiences across Uganda, Rwanda, Tanzania, Kenya, and other selected African destinations, connecting travelers with some of the continent’s most remarkable national parks, wildlife reserves, forests, mountains, lakes, cultures, and natural attractions.
Uganda remains at the heart of many of our journeys. Known as the Pearl of Africa, the country offers an exceptional combination of mountain gorillas, chimpanzees, savannah wildlife, spectacular waterfalls, mountains, crater lakes, wetlands, birdlife, and diverse cultures. Our itineraries can take travelers from the mist-covered forests of Bwindi to the wildlife-rich plains of Queen Elizabeth National Park, the powerful Murchison Falls, the primate forests of Kibale, and many other remarkable destinations.
Beyond Uganda, we arrange journeys into Rwanda for gorilla trekking and cultural experiences, Tanzania for legendary wildlife safaris across destinations such as the Serengeti and Ngorongoro region, and Kenya for classic safari adventures in some of East Africa’s celebrated wildlife areas.
what makes kyooma different
The values we live by
Our Mission
Our mission is to provide safe, responsible, personalized, and unforgettable African safari experiences while promoting wildlife conservation, supporting local communities, and helping travelers develop a meaningful connection with the destinations they visit. We aim to make safari planning straightforward from the first inquiry until the final day of the journey. Our team carefully considers transportation, accommodation, trekking permits, park activities, travel times, meals, border crossings where applicable, and other important arrangements so that our guests can concentrate on enjoying their African adventure.
Our Vision
Our vision is to become a trusted choice for travelers seeking authentic and professionally organized safari experiences in East Africa. We want every journey with Kyooma Gorilla Safaris to demonstrate what makes this part of Africa extraordinary not only its famous wildlife, but also its people, landscapes, traditions, forests, communities, and conservation stories.
Gorilla Trekking Specialists
Gorilla trekking is at the heart of Kyooma Gorilla Safaris. We organize gorilla trekking safaris in Uganda and Rwanda, including journeys to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and other recognized gorilla trekking destinations. We assist travelers with safari planning, transportation, accommodation selection, trekking logistics, and securing the required gorilla permits subject to availability. Meeting mountain gorillas in their natural habitat is one of Africa's most powerful wildlife experiences. Our role is to help make the journey to that moment comfortable, well organized, responsible, and memorable. Whether you are planning a short gorilla trekking safari, a longer Uganda adventure, a gorilla trekking safari from Kigali, or a multi-country East African journey combining gorillas with classic wildlife viewing, Kyooma Gorilla Safaris can tailor the itinerary around your available time and travel preferences.
More Than Gorilla Trekking
Although gorilla trekking is one of our specialties, Kyooma Gorilla Safaris offers much more. Our safari experiences can include wildlife game drives, chimpanzee trekking, birdwatching, boat safaris, nature walks, hiking, mountain adventures, cultural encounters, photography safaris, community experiences, and multi-country East African tours. Travelers can search for lions, elephants, buffaloes, leopards, giraffes, zebras, hippos, crocodiles and countless other species across East Africa's savannahs before continuing into tropical forests in search of primates. This combination of forest and savannah experiences allows us to create remarkably diverse safari itineraries.
Tailor-Made African Safaris
There is no single perfect safari for everyone.
For this reason, Kyooma Gorilla Safaris creates customized African safari packages based on each traveler’s interests, available time, preferred accommodation level, destinations, activities, group size, and budget.
We arrange safaris for solo travelers, couples, families, groups, photographers, researchers, honeymooners, first-time visitors, returning travelers, and adventure enthusiasts.
Accommodation can range from comfortable budget options and carefully selected mid-range lodges to luxury safari properties. Regardless of the travel category, our objective remains the same: to create a well-planned itinerary that offers genuine value and rewarding experiences.
Local Knowledge, Personal Service
One of the greatest advantages of traveling with Kyooma Gorilla Safaris is access to local knowledge.
A successful African safari involves much more than choosing a national park and booking accommodation. Road conditions, wildlife movements, trekking sectors, permit availability, seasonal changes, driving distances, border procedures, activity schedules, and accommodation locations can significantly affect the quality of a safari.
Our knowledge of the region helps us put these pieces together thoughtfully.
From your first conversation with us, we take time to understand what you want from your journey. We can then recommend suitable destinations, activities, routes, accommodation categories, and safari durations based on your priorities.
Responsible and Sustainable Tourism
The future of African tourism depends on protecting the wildlife, landscapes, and communities that make these destinations special.
Kyooma Gorilla Safaris supports the principles of responsible and sustainable tourism. We encourage respectful wildlife encounters, responsible gorilla and chimpanzee trekking practices, environmental awareness, and meaningful interactions with local communities.
Gorilla tourism demonstrates how responsible travel can contribute to conservation. Revenue generated through trekking permits and tourism supports conservation programs while tourism-related employment and businesses can create economic opportunities for communities surrounding protected areas.
We encourage our guests to respect park regulations, maintain appropriate distances from wildlife, minimize unnecessary waste, respect local traditions, and travel with an appreciation for both nature and people.
Why Travel with Kyooma Gorilla Safaris?
Choosing the right safari company can make a significant difference to your African journey. At Kyooma Gorilla Safaris, we combine local destination knowledge, personalized itinerary planning, professional safari guidance, flexible travel options, carefully selected accommodation, and attentive customer service.
We understand that for many travelers, visiting Africa is a long-held dream. Some guests have saved and planned for years before finally booking their safari. We therefore treat every itinerary with the attention it deserves.
Our goal is not simply to take you from one attraction to another. We want you to understand the places you visit, appreciate the wildlife you encounter, interact respectfully with local communities, enjoy the landscapes along the journey, and return home with stories worth sharing.
Your Journey, Your Safari
Whether your dream is to stand a few metres from a mountain gorilla in an ancient rainforest, watch lions moving across golden savannahs, listen to chimpanzees calling through the forest canopy, photograph elephants at sunset, experience the thunderous power of an African waterfall, meet welcoming communities, or combine several countries into one unforgettable expedition, Kyooma Gorilla Safaris is ready to help turn that dream into a carefully planned journey.
Every safari begins with a conversation.
Tell us where you would like to go, how long you have, what you hope to experience, and the type of safari you prefer. We will help you develop an itinerary that brings together the destinations, wildlife experiences, accommodation, activities, and logistics that best suit your journey.
Travel Africa with Kyooma Gorilla Safaris
Africa is not simply a destination—it is a collection of extraordinary landscapes, wildlife encounters, cultures, stories, and experiences waiting to be discovered.
At Kyooma Gorilla Safaris, we are proud to help travelers experience this remarkable part of the world through thoughtfully designed, responsible, and personalized safari adventures.
Come for the gorillas. Discover the wildlife. Experience the culture. Leave with unforgettable memories.
Kyooma Gorilla Safaris – Your Journey into the Heart of Africa.
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