WELCOME TO THRIVE AFRICA SAFARIS
Some journeys stay with you long after you return home. A quiet moment with mountain gorillas. The first light over the savannah. A conversation that becomes a lasting memory.
We create private safaris across Uganda, Rwanda and Burundi with the freedom to explore, time to connect and the right balance of adventure and comfort.
Discover our story ↗THREE DESTINATIONS. ENDLESS DISCOVERY.
Discover private journeys through Uganda, Rwanda and Burundi, each with its own landscapes, cultures and memorable experiences.
Mountain gorillas, chimpanzees, wildlife and the spectacular Nile.
Explore Uganda Safaris ↗Volcanoes, golden monkeys, Nyungwe rainforest and Akagera wildlife.
Explore Rwanda Safaris ↗Lake Tanganyika, Gitega, Gishora royal drummers and Karera Falls.
Explore Burundi Safaris ↗SIGNATURE UGANDA SAFARIS
From Bwindi’s rainforest to Queen Elizabeth and Murchison Falls, explore Uganda at your own pace.
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Uganda • 3 days
A focused private gorilla trekking escape in Uganda, with a full day in the extraordinary Bwindi rainforest and scenic countryside drives.
Uganda • 4 days
Cross from Rwanda into Uganda for a private gorilla trekking adventure, with time beside beautiful Lake Bunyonyi.
Uganda • 5 days
Combine a memorable mountain gorilla encounter with quiet lakeside scenery and a gentler pace in southwest Uganda.
Uganda • 6 days
A six-day primate safari across Bwindi and Mgahinga, adding a scenic wildlife stop at Lake Mburo.
Uganda • 7 days
Travel from Uganda’s savannah wildlife to the gorilla forests of Bwindi, with Lake Bunyonyi as a peaceful finale.
Uganda • 8 days
See the contrasts of Uganda in one memorable journey: Kibale chimpanzees, Queen Elizabeth wildlife and Bwindi mountain gorillas.
Uganda • 9 days
A well-rounded private safari linking Murchison Falls, Kibale, Queen Elizabeth and Bwindi for varied wildlife and primate experiences.
Uganda • 10 days
A classic Uganda circuit connecting rhinos, Nile landscapes, chimpanzees, savannah wildlife and mountain gorillas.
Uganda • 12 days
Experience Uganda from the Nile and savannah to its great primate forests, with time for lakeside and highland scenery.
Uganda • 14 days
An extended Uganda itinerary combining remote Kidepo wildlife with Murchison Falls, Kibale, Queen Elizabeth and Bwindi.
Uganda • 5 days
A northern Uganda wildlife journey combining rhino tracking at Ziwa, game drives in Murchison Falls National Park and a boat safari on the Nile.
Uganda • 8 days
Discover Uganda’s less-travelled northern savannah with an extended stay in Kidepo Valley National Park, Nile wildlife experiences and spectacular broad landscapes.
MORE THAN A SAFARI
Your safari should feel like your own. That is why we focus on private journeys, considered travel times and enriching encounters. Spend longer where you feel connected, and leave room for discoveries along the way.
SIGNATURE RWANDA SAFARIS
From the mountain gorillas of Volcanoes to the savannah of Akagera, discover Rwanda your way.
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Rwanda • 3 days
A compact private journey from Kigali to Volcanoes National Park for an unforgettable mountain gorilla trek.
Rwanda • 4 days
Two memorable primate experiences in the Virunga foothills, with scenic highland travel and time at Lake Kivu.
Rwanda • 4 days
Discover the lakes, woodland and savannah of Akagera National Park on a private Rwanda wildlife adventure.
Rwanda • 5 days
Combine Rwanda’s spectacular gorilla country with an unhurried lakeside stay and optional golden monkey trekking.
Rwanda • 6 days
Pair a once-in-a-lifetime gorilla trek with exciting game drives across the plains and lakes of Akagera.
Rwanda • 7 days
Travel from the ancient rainforests of Nyungwe to the Virunga volcanoes for Rwanda’s two iconic primate encounters.
Rwanda • 8 days
The three great sides of Rwanda in one private journey: Akagera wildlife, Nyungwe rainforest and Volcanoes gorillas.
Rwanda • 9 days
An immersive Rwanda safari combining nature walks, primate tracking and peaceful Lake Kivu landscapes.
Rwanda • 10 days
A complete Rwanda safari from eastern savannahs to mountain gorillas, Lake Kivu and southern rainforest.
Rwanda • 12 days
A relaxed, in-depth journey across Rwanda’s wildlife parks, volcanoes, lake country and ancient tropical forest.
Rwanda • 4 days
Combine a guided chimpanzee tracking experience in Nyungwe rainforest with Rwanda’s scenic tea hills and a relaxing stay beside Lake Kivu.
Rwanda • 9 days
An immersive private journey combining gorillas in Volcanoes National Park, forest primates in Nyungwe and classic savannah game drives in Akagera.
SIGNATURE BURUNDI SAFARIS
From Lake Tanganyika to Gitega and Gishora, discover Burundi’s captivating culture and landscapes.
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Burundi • 3 days
A short private introduction to Burundi's lakeside landscapes and cultural atmosphere, subject to local conditions.
Burundi • 4 days
A cultural journey between Bujumbura and Gitega, with Gishora drummers when arrangements are confirmed.
Burundi • 5 days
A scenic and cultural journey combining Lake Tanganyika, Gitega and Karera Falls where access permits.
Burundi • 6 days
A private Burundi cultural and lakeside journey with any nature visit subject to safe park access.
WILDLIFE OF UGANDA & RWANDA
Discover some of the remarkable species that live in these two countries and learn where to look for them during a private safari. Sightings are never guaranteed.
Mountain gorillas live in close family groups in high-altitude forest. A ranger-led trek may lead to a supervised encounter with a habituated group, where visitors follow strict health and distancing rules.
Fast-moving chimpanzees forage and call through dense forest. Trekking with trained guides is often energetic, and visits are shaped by where a habituated community happens to travel that day.
Elephants travel in social family groups and use grassland, woodland and water sources. Look for feeding activity from designated game tracks and avoid approaching or blocking the animals.
Lions are powerful social cats that may rest in shade during the day and become more active around cooler hours. Finding them requires patience; the famous tree-climbing behaviour is an occasional highlight in Uganda.
Giraffes browse the tops of acacia and other trees, often moving quietly across open savannah. Their height makes them memorable subjects during guided game drives, especially in the early and late daylight.
Plains zebras form herds and graze on short savannah grasses. They are a frequent target for family-friendly game drives and a good opportunity to notice the different markings of individuals.
African buffaloes may appear alone or in large herds near open grasslands and water. They can be unpredictable, so viewing should always be from appropriate distances with an experienced guide.
Hippos spend much of the day cooling in lakes and rivers, emerging to graze at night. Boat trips offer opportunities to observe them at a safe distance, along with waterbirds and crocodiles.
These energetic monkeys move through bamboo and montane vegetation in the Virunga landscape. Guided tracking focuses on their fast, playful movements and conservation of their specialised habitat.
A note about wildlife: Habitats, seasons and animal movements shape each experience. Gorilla, chimpanzee and golden monkey tracking requires the applicable permits and park guidance.
Plan a wildlife safari →EXPERIENCES THAT DEFINE OUR JOURNEYS
Discover wildlife encounters and landscapes at the heart of Uganda and Rwanda.
Step into rainforest habitats for an unforgettable guided encounter.
Explore experience ↗Explore savannah national parks on guided game drives and boat journeys.
Explore experience ↗Discover remarkable forest wildlife and the calls of chimpanzees.
Explore experience ↗WHY TRAVEL WITH THRIVE?
Our approach gives you room to travel at your own pace and enjoy the small moments as much as the big ones.
Explore with your own driver-guide and an itinerary suited to your group.
Gorillas, chimpanzees, golden monkeys and wildlife carefully woven into your route.
Choose comfortable or luxury stays that match how you love to travel.
Destination-focused planning and meaningful guidance before your journey begins.
SAFARI NOTES & TRAVEL ADVICE
Uganda and Rwanda welcome safari visitors throughout the year. Each season has advantages, whether you are hoping to photograph green forest…
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Both Uganda and Rwanda offer guided mountain gorilla trekking experiences. Choosing between them is less about which forest is “best” and…
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A gorilla trek is a guided walk through the forest, followed by a carefully managed encounter with a habituated gorilla family.…
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Have a safari in mind, or not sure where to begin? Send your dates and travel interests to our team. We’ll help you explore the right options.
