Elephant family on the savanna in East Africa

Ugandan-Owned & Operated Since 2013

Authentic Locally Crafted Safaris

Experience Uganda, Rwanda, Tanzania, and Madagascar through the eyes of those who call it home

★★★★★2025 Tripadvisor Travellers' Choice Award
70+ Five-Star Reviews
Member of the Association of Uganda Tour Operators
Kikooko guides and guests cheering together in front of a thundering waterfall

“This is more than the safari you see on postcards. This is the East Africa you discover with insiders, where your guide knows the ancient paths by heart.”

Warren Ankwasa, Founder

The Kikooko Difference

Local Expertise. Personal Service.

For over a decade, Kikooko Africa Safaris has been crafting private safari experiences across East Africa. As a Ugandan-owned boutique company, we create carefully tailored safari experiences designed from within — shaped by local knowledge, firsthand experience and a deep understanding of the landscapes, seasons, wildlife and communities of the destinations we operate in.

From the stillness of a silverback encounter deep in Bwindi, to the seasonal movement of wildlife across the Serengeti, our private itineraries combine carefully selected experiences, authentic cultural encounters and thoughtful attention to detail.

  • Experienced private guides with strong local knowledge
  • Carefully selected accommodations balancing comfort and authenticity
  • Seamless transfers and end-to-end logistics
  • 24/7 on-ground support throughout your journey
  • Flexibility to embrace unexpected wildlife moments

Creating Positive Impact

Your Safari Supports Something Bigger

Every Kikooko safari directly supports education for over 65 students through our Kikooko Foundation. Your journey becomes part of something bigger — creating opportunities in the very communities you will visit.

This connection enhances your safari experience through warmer welcomes, more authentic interactions, and the knowledge that your adventure contributes to lasting change.

65+
Students supported through the Kikooko Foundation
13+
Years operating in East Africa
70+
Five-star TripAdvisor reviews
100%
Locally owned and operated
Community celebration and cultural dancing in East Africa

What Our Guests Say

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Elephant family in Queen Elizabeth National Park
Kikooko guide with guests in East Africa
Private outdoor dining on safari
Ring-tailed lemur in Madagascar
★★★★★

“Everything exceeded expectations! Came for the gorillas and they very much delivered. Coordinated by Warren and guided/driven by Alex, they went above and beyond to deliver a trip of a lifetime.”

Verified TripAdvisor Guest

United Kingdom · Uganda Gorilla Safari

★★★★★

“Incredible experience from the moment we were picked up from the airport by Alex. The team were always professional, reassuring and kind. Kikooko gave us a truly unforgettable insight into the wonders of this amazing country.”

Verified TripAdvisor Guest

Switzerland · Uganda Wildlife Safari

★★★★★

“We met Warren at FESPO in Zürich and he put together our perfect programme. We then spent two wonderful weeks in Uganda — the pearl of Africa. Warren and the whole Kikooko team were in regular contact and made every detail seamless.”

Verified TripAdvisor Guest

Switzerland · Uganda Explorer · Jan 2025

Begin Your East African Journey

Our local experts craft custom safaris tailored to you. From planning to arrival, we handle every detail so you experience only what matters.

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