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Umoja Africa Journeys

Welcome to Umoja Africa Journeys, where every journey is an exhilarating adventure across the diverse landscapes and cultures of Africa! With over 20 years of expertise in the travel industry, our joint venture between Umoja Motherland Tours and Private Journeys Uganda is poised to revolutionize your travel experience with cutting-edge technology and unparalleled service.

Led by the dynamic duo of Mr. Mwanja Peter and Mrs. Agnes Mirembe, both seasoned tourism professionals, we are dedicated to showcasing the beauty and splendor of Africa’s hidden gems.

Umoja Africa Journeys is a tour company that specializes in organizing and promoting African journeys and experiences across East and Southern Africa. Our destinations include: Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda,Kenya, Zimbabwe, Namibia and Botswana. This reflects the company’s focus on unity, diversity, and exploring the rich culture and landscapes of Africa.

Umoja Africa Journeys is part of the following groups: Rwanda Travel Agents, Uganda Travel Agents

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Recent Trip Reviews for Umoja Africa Journeys

Rwanda, a beautiful place to visit. Need to use an agent based in Rwanada
Rwanda | Jun 2 - Jun 13, 2025

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Helen L.
Canada | Reviewed on Jun 20, 2025
This is our third trip with KimKim. I am very disappointed with some of the issues around how this trip was planned. It was very expensive and when I asked to about option for cost reduction such as staying in mid range hotels (as requested on our booking form) some changes were made but we still ended up staying in top end accommodation. Despite voicing concerns about cost we were not told it was 50% less to see the gorillas in Uganada (what most other groups staying at our lodge in... Read more

This is our third trip with KimKim. I am very disappointed with some of the issues around how this trip was planned. It was very expensive and when I asked to about option for cost reduction such as staying in mid range hotels (as requested on our booking form) some changes were made but we still ended up staying in top end accommodation. Despite voicing concerns about cost we were not told it was 50% less to see the gorillas in Uganada (what most other groups staying at our lodge in Volcanos National Park had decided to do. We also had many issues with the way our itinerary was planned, zigzagging across the country which would mean far more time in the car than necessary. We discovered this mistake the day before we drove 11.5 hours when we expected to travel for 3.5 hours based on our itinerary (we could not do the planed stop or boat ride when we arrived at the location because it was dark, delays not do to road construction but just how long it takes to travel in this hilly country side. Another day was scheduled as 2 hours travel time, but this was actually 6. We were unable to do our night safari as we were not actually staying in Akagera National Park. Peter is based in Uganada and I feel it would be better to use someone based in Rwanada as the local Kimkim specialist. Driving around Rwanada is beautiful, but long road trips when you are not expecting them is hard, particularly when you are travelling with teenagers.

Our driver Khalif was excellent, with his other boss Agnes he managed to reorganize a part of our trip that meant we did not actually have to spend an extra 10 hours in the car travelling. He had not seen our itinerary until the day before he picked us up but was very aware it did not make sense. As we had booked our trip early October to travel in early June, paying our deposit in October it does not make sense why availability dates for gorilla trekking would be the barrier to having a sensible travel itinerary (instead of trying to Zig Zag across the coutry. Peter was unavailable to help as he was in the US, he never sent a follow up message to answer our specific questions seeking explanation or to apologize, despite know about our frustrations.

Hotel Reviews
Nyungwe Top View Hill Hotel

Did not stay here as this part of our trip had to be removed due to difficulties with our itinerary.

Da Vinci Gorilla Lodge
Musanze

Great lodge, heated with fireplaces and hot water bottles in the beds. Very comfortable. Beautiful scenery.

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Mantis Kivu Marina Bay Hotel
rusizi

Expensive, resort like hotel, on hill. Lack character but very clean and comfortable.

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Rutete Eco Lodge

This was a wonderful place to stay for three nights. Fantastic tour around the organic farm, wonderful food shared around a communal table with great conversations. Friendly and helpful staff. Juilianne is fantastic host and very knowledgeable about the local area and the country. Local female traditional drumming group visited one evening while we were there.

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Outside the park therefor cannot to night safari. Instead consider behind the scenes tour as this was excellent.
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Activity Reviews
Chimpanzee tracking in Nyungwe national park
Chimpanzee tracking in Nyungwe national park
Nyungwe

Disappointing. Based on adjustments made to our schedule so we didn't have to zig zag across the country it took us 3.5 hours to get to trekking starting point (not the main park centre), this meant we arrived to the start of our hike very late and did not really get to see chimpanzee - one dark blob in a tree across a very wide valley. The long drive also meant we spent three hours getting back to the park centre the canopy walk later in the day.

Nyungwe Forest Canopy Walk
Nyungwe Forest Canopy Walk
Nyungwe

Fantastic views, great short hike.

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Buhanga Eco Park – Nature walk
Buhanga Eco Park – Nature walk
Volcanoes National Park

Beautiful forest, easy walk, interesting history.

Volcanoes National Park Gorilla Trek
Volcanoes National Park Gorilla Trek
Volcanoes National Park

Wonderful experience! The hike was challenging but we really enjoyed it.

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Kigali City Tour and shopping
Kigali City Tour and shopping
Kigali
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Cultural Village Visit
Cultural Village Visit
Volcanoes National Park
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Behind the scenes tour in Akagera National Park
Behind the scenes tour in Akagera National Park
Akagera

Great tour guide, fascinating to learn so much about the park and the relationship to Rwanada's history and the community development that is currently happening.

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Boat Ride in Akagera-Lake Ihema
Boat Ride in Akagera-Lake Ihema
Akagera
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Morning Game drive akagera National park
Morning Game drive akagera National park
Akagera

Khalif is a knowledgeable guide. We saw so much wildlife and learned so much!

Local specialist: Peter Mwanja

Wonderful Time in Uganda and Tanzania but would not use our agent
Uganda | Jan 23 - Feb 6, 2025

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Allen E.
Encinitas, CA | Reviewed on Feb 20, 2025
We thoroughly enjoyed our time in Uganda, Tanzania and Zanzibar. However, we would not recommend using Peter from Umoja African Journeys as we had too many issues on our trip to mention. We had two outstanding guides on our trip. Moses in Uganda and Isaiah in Tanzania. They were fantastic taking the time to tell us about the country, animals, food, life in both countries. Isaiah is contracted from Watatu Tours in Arusha, Tanzania and would use him again. When planning a trip to... Read more

We thoroughly enjoyed our time in Uganda, Tanzania and Zanzibar. However, we would not recommend using Peter from Umoja African Journeys as we had too many issues on our trip to mention.

We had two outstanding guides on our trip. Moses in Uganda and Isaiah in Tanzania. They were fantastic taking the time to tell us about the country, animals, food, life in both countries. Isaiah is contracted from Watatu Tours in Arusha, Tanzania and would use him again.

When planning a trip to multiple countries, utilize an expert in that country as I would have used an expert in Tanzania and one in Uganda and Zanzibar. Find locals in that country.

Hotel Review
& Beyond Manyara Lake Manyara Tree Lodge

And Beyond Hotels and properties are the best. Would stay at this again and all other properties

Authenticity & Character
Its truly a tree lodge in the forest.
Location
Only hotel in Lake Manyara Park
Staff
And Beyond Service is second to none
Cleanliness & Comfort
Incredible room food, and comfort.
Local specialist: Peter Mwanja
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Peter Mwanja
Local specialist in Uganda | Replied on Jun 08, 2025

Thank you, Allen, for this review. I am glad you enjoyed your trip to Uganda and Tanzania. We take your concerns very seriously and will use this review as a learning experience.

Regards
Peter

Impossible to point out anyone as all were he...
Uganda | Jan 18 - Jan 21, 2025

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Mike J.
Los Angeles, CA | Reviewed on Jan 22, 2025
Impossible to point out anyone as all were helpful and pleasant Read more

Impossible to point out anyone as all were helpful and pleasant

Hotel Review
Nkuringo Bwindi Gorilla lodge
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Gorilla Habituation Experience
Gorilla Habituation Experience
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
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Local specialist: Agnes Mirembe
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Great Trip!
Uganda | Dec 8 - Dec 14, 2024

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Hunter M.
Snellville, GA | Reviewed on Dec 16, 2024
Great Trip! The only negative was I confirmed the itinerary before departing but when I arrived, the itinerary was much different than the plans I had approved. This was incredibly upsetting. The changes to the itinerary were necessary and ended up being for the best, but I would have like to have been consulted before the itinerary was changed so I wasn't surprised with a different plan I wasn't expecting immediately after travelling all the way to Uganda. But, as I mentioned, the changes... Read more

Great Trip!

The only negative was I confirmed the itinerary before departing but when I arrived, the itinerary was much different than the plans I had approved. This was incredibly upsetting. The changes to the itinerary were necessary and ended up being for the best, but I would have like to have been consulted before the itinerary was changed so I wasn't surprised with a different plan I wasn't expecting immediately after travelling all the way to Uganda. But, as I mentioned, the changes were good. Bryt was a great guide, very knowledgeable and kept us feeling very safe. He is also a great driver. All lodges and activities were incredible and everyone we met was so friendly. We really loved Sana Gorilla Rafting and highly recommend it! The whole trip was a 10/10!

Hotel Reviews
2 Friends Beach Hotel
Entebbe

Clean, comfortable, Air Conditioning. Short walk to beautiful views of Lake Victoria. Very friendly staff too.

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Turaco Tree tops
Fort portal

Beautiful views, friendly owners, friendly staff.

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Room was a bit buggy but they had mosquito nets.
Four Gorillas lodge

Gorgeous, comfortable, extremely professional and friendly staff!

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Staff
They go a above and beyond!
Cleanliness & Comfort
The shower and Wifi could have been better.
Mpogo safari lodge
Lake Mburo national park

Beautiful views, very clean and comfortable.

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Close to Mburo National Park and farm walk was cool.
Staff
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Activity Review
White Water Rafting
White Water Rafting
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Beautiful river, enough of a challenge to be fun but not too much to where you fall out. So much fun! Sadat and his team were so friendly and cool guys to hangout with! They are also professionals and make you feel very safe and taken care of. The pictures they took were amazing too! Definitely a highlight of the trip and a can't miss for other travelers!

Quality of Experience
So much fun! So beauitful!
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Super cool guys. Professional kayakers/raftering guides. Very friendly and spoke great english.
Transport
Their van was very comfortable.
Local specialist: Peter Mwanja
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Peter Mwanja
Local specialist in Uganda | Replied on Jan 09, 2025

Thank you very much for this review

Kind regards
Peter

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Amazing trek with the primates!
Uganda | Oct 27 - Nov 7, 2024

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Alain G.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Nov 10, 2024
Great trip. Fantastic accommodations. Trek with chimpanzees and gorillas are unforgetable.
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Great trip. Fantastic accommodations. Trek with chimpanzees and gorillas are unforgetable.
Great safaris. The itinerary was great. Bright ( the driver ) was very efficient, always on time and knowledgeable

Hotel Reviews
2 Friends Beach Hotel
Entebbe
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Mihingo lodge

Great hotel also, felt like in a safari lodge again

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Pakuba safari lodge
Murchison falls national park
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Twin lake safari lodge

Felt like in a safari lodge like in a movie. Exceptional place

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Isunga lodge
Kibale
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Gorilla Leisure Lodge
Bugambira

Great hotel again, fantastic place

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Activity Reviews
Murchison Falls Morning game drive
Murchison Falls Morning game drive
Murchison Falls National Park

finally saw a leopard

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Transfer Murchison Falls to Kibale National Park
Transfer Murchison Falls to Kibale National Park
Uganda
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Local lunch at Tinka’s homestead
Local lunch at Tinka’s homestead
Kibale National Park
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Game Drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park
Game Drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park
Queen Elizabeth National Park
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Kazinga Channel Water Safari
Kazinga Channel Water Safari
Queen Elizabeth National Park
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Local Community Tour with the Batwa
Local Community Tour with the Batwa
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
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Rhino Trek
Rhino Trek
Uganda
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Murchison Falls Cruise and Hike
Murchison Falls Cruise and Hike
Murchison Falls National Park
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Drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park
Uganda

saw several leopards again!

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Ultimate Gorilla Trekking Experience
Ultimate Gorilla Trekking Experience
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Fantastic interaction with gorillas

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Top of the falls trek
Murchison Falls National Park
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Chimpanzee Trekking
Chimpanzee Trekking
Kibale National Park

fantastic interaction with chimps

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Local specialist: Peter Mwanja
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Peter Mwanja
Local specialist in Uganda | Replied on Nov 15, 2024

Thank you very much for this review. It was a pleasure exploring Uhanda with you

Kind regards
Peter

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Visit Rwanda
Rwanda | Oct 5 - Oct 20, 2024

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Duncan M.
United Kingdom | Reviewed on Oct 21, 2024
We had a well organized trip to Rwanda and enjoyed both the cultural side and the amazing wildlife. A big shout-out to our guide Kalif who was able to share his knowledge of animals, birds, food and customs. Read more

We had a well organized trip to Rwanda and enjoyed both the cultural side and the amazing wildlife. A big shout-out to our guide Kalif who was able to share his knowledge of animals, birds, food and customs.

Hotel Review
Da Vinci Gorilla Lodge
Musanze

Rustic but really friendly, with character and great staff.

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Peter Mwanja
Local specialist in Uganda | Replied on Oct 21, 2024

Hi Duncan,
Thank you very much for this review. I am so glad you enjoyed your trip to Rwanda.
Hope to plan with you again in the future

Kind regards
Peter

We had a wonderful trip! Agnes did an incredi...
Rwanda | Jul 3 - Jul 17, 2024

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Eva W.
Portland, OR | Reviewed on Aug 01, 2024
We had a wonderful trip! Agnes did an incredible job putting everything together and our guide Fred was just fantastic! We loved this vacation with safari, gorillas and all the great people that we saw during this trip. We will contact Agnes in the future for our next vacation in Africa! It was our first trip to Africa but we would love to go back in the future. Read more

We had a wonderful trip! Agnes did an incredible job putting everything together and our guide Fred was just fantastic! We loved this vacation with safari, gorillas and all the great people that we saw during this trip. We will contact Agnes in the future for our next vacation in Africa! It was our first trip to Africa but we would love to go back in the future.

Hotel Reviews
Onomo hotel Kigali

Great hotel and wonderful staff. Nice rooms and nice restaurant.

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Akagera Game lodge

We loved this!

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Da Vinci Gorilla Lodge
Musanze
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Cormoran Lodge
Kibuye

Such great views and wonderful food!

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Nyungwe Top View Hill Hotel

Amazing! We even saw monkeys just outside the hotel!

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Paradise kivu resort

Really nice location.

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Activity Reviews
Diana Fossey Hike
Diana Fossey Hike
Volcanoes National Park
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Afternoon Boat ride on lake Kivu
Afternoon Boat ride on lake Kivu
gisenyi
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Morning Game drive akagera National park
Morning Game drive akagera National park
Akagera
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Boat Ride in Akagera-Lake Ihema
Boat Ride in Akagera-Lake Ihema
Akagera
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Night Game drive Akagera
Night Game drive Akagera
Akagera
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Kigali City Tour
Kigali City Tour
Kigali

Very interesting.

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Visit the NGO in Kigali
Kigali
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Volcanoes National Park Gorilla Trek
Volcanoes National Park Gorilla Trek
Volcanoes National Park

Amazing! Highly recommended!

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Golden Monkey Trekking Experience
Golden Monkey Trekking Experience
Volcanoes National Park
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Cultural Village Visit
Cultural Village Visit
Volcanoes National Park
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Colobus Monkey Tracking
Colobus Monkey Tracking
Nyungwe
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Nyungwe Forest Canopy Walk
Nyungwe Forest Canopy Walk
Nyungwe
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Behind the scenes tour in Akagera National Park
Behind the scenes tour in Akagera National Park
Akagera

This was cancelled.

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Kibuye city tour / Visit Bisesero Genocide Memorial
Kibuye city tour / Visit Bisesero Genocide Memorial
Kibuye
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Agnes Mirembe
Local specialist in Uganda | Replied on Aug 02, 2024

Thank you so much for this review Eva

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WONDERFUL 10 day trip to Rwanda!!! Highly Recommend KimKim.
Rwanda | Jun 28 - Jul 7, 2024

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Ben R.
Morrisville, NC | Reviewed on Jul 12, 2024
WONDERFUL 10 day trip to Rwanda!!! Agnes at Kim Kim did a great job in putting together an exciting itinerary. Throughout our 10 days , we had an incredible driver/guide, Peter. There were four of us in a very comfortable van. My wife and I have visited 72 countries. Peter was the best driver/guide that we’ve ever had. We spent time touring Kigali. Drove to Akagera National Park for a boat ride observing crocodiles and tropical birds. We had a full day safari…seeing the “Great 5”,... Read more

WONDERFUL 10 day trip to Rwanda!!! Agnes at Kim Kim did a great job in putting together an exciting itinerary. Throughout our 10 days , we had an incredible driver/guide, Peter. There were four of us in a very comfortable van.

My wife and I have visited 72 countries. Peter was the best driver/guide that we’ve ever had. We spent time touring Kigali. Drove to Akagera National Park for a boat ride observing crocodiles and tropical birds. We had a full day safari…seeing the “Great 5”, including a “behind the scenes” tour of animal tracking and poaching prevention efforts.

The absolute highlight was the trek in Volcanoes National Park to see the gorillas! A moderately challenging 90 minute climb (I’m 76 yrs old) before we arrived at a family of gorillas! Beyond our expectations!!! We spent an hour observing adolescent and adult gorillas, sometimes getting as close as 10-12 feet. Very helpful trackers and porters to carry your backpack, if you would like ($10 a porter)

On another day, we visited Nyungwe to see the chimpanzees. Another unforgettable experience. The canopy walk, about 20 stories above the rainforest, was a nice added experience.

Peter was professional, fun to be with, and very flexible. He gladly fit in all of our shopping and side trips. He made our Rwanda adventure very, very special.

This is the second time I’ve used KimKim. I highly recommend them.

Hotel Review
Akagera Game lodge

Very comfortable. Wonderful and accommodating staff!

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Very hrlpful
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Activity Review
Volcanoes National Park Gorilla Trek
Volcanoes National Park Gorilla Trek
Volcanoes National Park

Moderately challenging climb (90 minutes) to see this particular family of gorillas. The length of the trek depends on the location of the gorillas. Absolutely exceeded my expectations. Close viewing of adolescents, adults, and a silverback, outstanding guides and trackers. For $10 you can get a helpful porter to carry your backpack and to hold your and help you trek, if you would like this assistance.

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Four of us in a very comfortable van. Water and some snacks included.
Local specialist: Agnes Mirembe
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Incredible vacation of a lifetime!
Uganda | May 17 - May 30, 2024

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Darla D.
Canada | Reviewed on Jun 06, 2024
If I could give this trip more stars, I would. From the early stages of planning the trip month before into the days leading it, Agnes was great to work with and I was delighted to meet her the evening I arrived in person - what a nice surprise after months of talking virtually. She listened closely to what I wanted from the holiday and followed through with a trip plan carefully tailored to exactly what I wanted around Gorillas (habituation and trekking), Chimpanzee (habituation) and... Read more

If I could give this trip more stars, I would. From the early stages of planning the trip month before into the days leading it, Agnes was great to work with and I was delighted to meet her the evening I arrived in person - what a nice surprise after months of talking virtually. She listened closely to what I wanted from the holiday and followed through with a trip plan carefully tailored to exactly what I wanted around Gorillas (habituation and trekking), Chimpanzee (habituation) and Golden Monkeys (trekking), with the addition of many wonderful experiences and game drives. All the lodges were carefully chosen together and I had a wonderful stay at each one. Particularly, I have dietary restrictions and she was very careful to let them know far in advance what I require successfully. I couldn't have asked for someone better to plan my trip! Agnes was a knowledgeable, efficient, friendly, attentive planner at all times.

When I arrived in Entebbe, I was greeted by Olive, a lovely addition to the Umoja team who was on hand throughout my trip if anything went wrong (it didn't, though!) and Khalif, my driver and guide in the first twelve days I was there.

Khalif was incredible as a guide and an amazing driver. His knowledge about all wildlife, culture, and all things his country added immeasurable value to my trip. He's also very easy to get along with as a person - great guy - and was able to stick handle any issues or concerns I had along our route with no difficulties. He called each place I was eating at (lodge or restaurant) to let them know about my dietary restrictions as well and helped me communicate where needed on them. Any group or person in his jeep will be lucky to have him as guide!

Shout out also to Bright, who drove me on the final two days of the trip to make sure I got to and from the airport - very knowledgeable and friendly as well - great job.

I would recommend Agnes and her team to anyone for a trip to East Africa! Thank you so much and hopefully I will see you on my next one!

Local specialist: Agnes Mirembe
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Well organized trip with helpful staff
Tanzania | Dec 23 - Jan 1, 2024

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Blaz F.
Austria | Reviewed on Jan 06, 2024
The communication with Agnes was good from the beginning. The trip was organized well. The hotels they've booked for us were on the expected level, the safari was organized professionally, the driver spoke English well and was always trying to find the best compromise between our wishes and what was realistically possible in the given timeframe. All ground transfers were there on time and got us to where we needed to be on time. We felt very safe with all the guides and drivers we've been in... Read more

The communication with Agnes was good from the beginning. The trip was organized well. The hotels they've booked for us were on the expected level, the safari was organized professionally, the driver spoke English well and was always trying to find the best compromise between our wishes and what was realistically possible in the given timeframe. All ground transfers were there on time and got us to where we needed to be on time. We felt very safe with all the guides and drivers we've been in contact with, we never had a feeling that they are doing anything that is not in the guest's best interest. The team was very responsive and eager to help all the time, so they really deserve compliments for this.

There were some minor details regarding the activities in Zanzibar that were not scheduled in a way that we requested when planning the trip. However, this was quickly solved after contacting the team, so we could see and do everything we've planned prior to the trip. And the plane transfer from mainland Tanzania to Zanzibar was organized a bit "the local way", but in the end we got to Zanzibar safely and on time.

Local specialist: Agnes Mirembe