We can recommend NGONI Safaris to anyone - It was an incredible experience! Allen was a top guide and he showed us Uganda's nature and animals with a lot of passion!

An unforgettable safari - We had booked very short and found the perfect contact person with Sedrick. The journey was from beginning to end Super organized. Stephen was our driver and guide. A very thoughtful, personable person. We got a lot of information about the country and people, at the game drive he was extremely motivated to show us all the animals, and very humorous.

5 star tour with Ngoni Safari Tours - I and 2 friends had the pleasure of just completing a 9 day tour and safari in Uganda with Ngoni Safari Tours. From the very beginning we found Sedrick the owner to be most responsive and flexible in arranging an itinerary that suited all of us and at a price that was very agreeable. Our guide Eddy was the epitome of the perfect guide, extremely knowledgeable about the history of Uganda, and facts about wildlife. His amazing tracking abilities had us seeing the big 5 animals in Murchison NP and Queen Elizabeth NP. He was kind and courteous and became more of a friend by the end of our tour. Would highly recommend booking a trip with Ngoni Safaris.

Uganda, thank you! - Ngoni chose wonderful lodges for our friend group of three and we were able to customize our itinerary to give us two days at each location so we didn’t feel rushed. We had the 9-day tour of Murchison Falls and the savanna, Kibale National Park to see the chimpanzees, Queen Elizabeth National Park for a morning and evening game drive (saw leopards and lions), and finally, Bwindi where we hiked to see the gorillas. Amazing trip and we felt well taken care of and our guide, Eddy, was considerate and knowledgeable and we felt fortunate to have him.

Uganda 9 days with outstanding wildlife! - Fantastic wildlife and nature. Our guide Eddy was incredible, full of knowledge and so accomodating, a professional.

I absolutely recommend this company. Best value for money and great knowledge. - With Ngoni Safaris we had a 10/10 experience. We booked directly with them about 6 months before the trip. They were helpful with tailoring the trip to match our wishes and budget exactly and provided honest information, which was harder to find among other companies. We did a 8-days trip, covering Ziwa rhinos, Murchison, Queen Elizabeth, Kibale, Bwindi and Lake Bunyoni. So they only do private tours and only use their own Land Cruisers, which are in good shape (I think they have a fleet of around 10 vehicles). Our guide was Reagan and he was wonderful the whole time, trying to make us feel as comfortable as possible. He had amazing local knowledge of all the parks (having spent lot's of time there in guiding courses), so he would always know local guards and staff - which provided to be crucial in getting info about best spots for seeing animals. We saw everything possible, even the very elusive leopard in some of the most remote areas of the park with very hard roads to tackle. In Murchison we saw like 8 lions, in Queen Elizabeth 4 of them (they were mating, hunting and also climbing trees), not to mention all in all many giraffes, antelopes, elephants, hippos, crocodiles and other stuff. Reagan really knew evwry single place of where you could be expecting them and usually we were even the first one to spot them among other vehicles. So really, local knowledge came as a victory. Other activities were amazing - we saw chimps and gorillas, which were both absolutely crazy and unforgettable experiences. There's practically a 100% chance you will see them when you go for tracking - they always make you find them as they have trackers following them from early morning, so they always know where they are. Lodges - I have to pause here - they were superb. Everywhere we were in luxury lodges - also after talking with different guides from different companies, it seemed that they were the very best options in the areas for a variety of reasons. Simply amazing, next level. What's interesting here - Ngoni offered this trip (being a luxury private experience with luxury lodges) for the virtually same price as some other companies would for a group budget tour, with a safari van and camping. So I was even a bit suspicious about it, but everything was just perfect. It's fair to mention that we did have some minor issues with the car, but Reagan sorted them out with local mechanics in a time that didn't really affect our activities, so it was pretty impressive overall, the support network they seem to have all around the country. Another thing necessary to mention that wasn't great was communication from mr. Sedrick - sometimes I wasn't really sure where we were standing. But as I've read in previous reviews that he was like that, it somehow eased me a bit and in the end everything was fine. So all in all - Ngoni is a great company with great guides and reputation and is most def a great value for money and I absolutely recommend them for your African experience.

Awesome Safari Guide and Safari Company! - Ngoni Safari is a solid safari business with a conscientious owner. David Mukasa was our excellent guide who demonstrated competence, integrity, professionalism, patience and a lot of heart. He got us around very safely and took great care of our needs. It was a magical, memorable experience and we would recommend David to guide our friends!

Incredible tour guide, unforgettable experiences - We spent 9 unforgettable days in Uganda, immersing ourselves in its incredible wildlife and natural beauty. The highlights of our trip were undoubtedly the tours to see the chimpanzees and gorillas. These encounters were awe-inspiring, providing us with a rare and intimate look at these magnificent creatures in their natural habitats. In addition to the primates, we also saw elephants, lions, leopards, and many other remarkable animals, making each day of our journey thrilling and memorable. We always felt safe and relaxed, allowing us to fully enjoy the experience. What went really well: * Eddy, our guide, was phenomenal. He was highly experienced, knowledgeable, organized, and extremely considerate. As a veteran in the industry, he remains to be enthuisatic about animals. In the park, he amazed us by spotting animals from great distances. Outside of the park, he arranged the trip seamlessly, ensuring there were no unnecessary surprises. Among the safari guides we've worked with in various countries, including Kenya, Tanzania, South Africa, and Zimbabwe, Eddy provided the absolute best service. We could feel his passion on this job and he always strive for excellence. I highy suggest you reach out to him if you want to explore Uganda. * The chimpanzee trekking and gorilla trekking in Kibale national park and Bwindi national park are incredible. The guides are professional and caring, providing a safe and exciting experiences. We did not need to hike for a long time before seeing the gentle giants. The silverback gorillas moved towards us and sat within 20 feet, eating and resting. The experience was phenominal. What went good: * The itinerary provided by Ngoni was overall reasonable. We opted for the mid-range accommodations listed on the website without much customization. Their pricing is very competitive compared to other agencies offering similar tours and accommodations. * One highlight was the Turaco Treetops lodge in Kibale National Park, which was not initially on the itinerary but was offered as a free upgrade by Ngoni. The rooms were comfortable, and the food was delicious. The nature walk offered by the hotel exceeded our expectations, allowing us to see monkeys, numerous birds, and butterflies. The Buffalo Safari Lodge near Queen Elizabeth National Park was also top-notch. * While some other lodges we stayed at were not as fantastic, they were adequate for the price. However, the lodge at Murchison Fort was quite far from the park, and the road to it was extremely rough. I recommend working with the agency to find an alternative, even at a higher price. At Rushaga Gorilla Camp, which is a nice lodge overall, be cautious about charging devices in your room. We were alarmed to see smoke coming from our chargers due to the lodge generating its own power because of the unstable power grid in the area. * Above all, you pay for what you get and I believe Ngoni offer better accomodations in general compared to other agencies I communicated with. If you value comfort more, do not hesitant to discuss with the agency to find better options. What coul've been better: * When we booked the trip, we specifically requested the Gorilla Habituation Program (4 hours and $1500 pps) and were assured by Ngoni that everything was reserved. However, a day before the trek, we were informed that only one permit had been secured and that they were unable to obtain the second one for some reason. Our disappointment was not due to the unavailability of the permit, as we understand how difficult it is to secure. Instead, it stemmed from the fact that Ngoni initially claimed everything was booked, only to later tell us otherwise. This inconsistency broke our trust and expectations. If they had been transparent from the beginning, informing us that only one permit was secured and they were trying their best to obtain the second, we would have been more understanding. The team sincerely apologized after it happened and refund the difference between the Habituation Program and normal one hour Gorilla trekking. * Before making the payment, Ngoni responded to my emails very promptly. However, after paying the deposit, his responses became noticeably slower on both email and WhatsApp. This wasn't a major issue for me, but I wanted to mention it in case it's something you might care about. The tour provided by Ngoni was almost perfect and offered great value for money. If we consider it as a 10-day Uganda tour with one hour of gorilla trekking, it truly exceeded expectations. You couldn't ask for more. I still recommend Ngoni as long as you are not too picky about the communications. While Kenya and Tanzania frequently come to mind when discussing East African safaris, and Rwanda is renowned for its gorilla tours, Uganda remains underrepresented on social media. This makes Uganda a hidden gem for safari enthusiasts. I highly recommend visiting Uganda, especially for those interested in gorilla and chimpanzee tours, for a truly unique and extraordinary safari experience.

Exceptional honeymoon experience - We just wrapped up an amazing 8-day tour with Ngoni Safari Company and loved every second of it! The whole trip was perfectly organized, and we had an incredible time. The highlight was definitely the gorilla trekking—seeing the gorillas up close, including a tiny baby, was absolutely unforgettable. Plus, thanks to David’s keen eye and professionalism, we got to see a baby leopard, which was an extra special treat. It was David’s first leopard sighting in his 9-year career, so it was a memorable moment for all of us! David, our guide, was fantastic. His passion and deep knowledge about the wildlife made the experience even better. The accommodations were great, and everything ran smoothly from start to finish.

Unique experience with NGONI that you will never forget - Steven was our tour guide, he is an amazing person with full of life, knowledge and always positive despite the difficult journey. Steven filled us with a lot of interesting information about Uganda, wild life, many other things. We have done safari before but this one with Steven was the best and unique. Ngoni is number 1 safari tour company in Uganda and there is absolutely many reasons for that. Sedrick the owner was very quick with his responses, Ngoni is a true professional company and top quality employees. We meet other Ngoni tour guides along the way and they were all very friendly like all people in Uganda. We definitely recommend you to come to Uganda and have this unique experience. And last, dont forget to tip your tour guide, this means a lot to them. Akif & Angeliki