Question 1

What makes Shakes Travel the best safari company in Uganda?

Accepted Answer

Shakes Travel is a Uganda-owned safari travel agency that combines deep local expertise with a commitment to conservation. Every safari booking directly funds tree-planting through our Planting Green Paths initiative. We specialize in gorilla trekking, chimpanzee tracking, wildlife safaris across Uganda's top national parks including Bwindi, Queen Elizabeth, and Murchison Falls.

Question 2

Is Shakes Travel an eco-friendly and sustainable safari operator?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Shakes Travel is one of Uganda's leading sustainable safari operators. Through our Planting Green Paths initiative, every safari adventure directly funds large-scale tree planting and habitat restoration across Uganda's national parks. We partner with local communities and conservation organizations to create lasting environmental impact.

Question 3

What gorilla trekking experiences does Shakes Travel offer?

Accepted Answer

We offer gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and Mgahinga Gorilla National Park, home to approximately half of the world's remaining mountain gorillas. Our packages include standard gorilla trekking (1 hour with gorillas) and the exclusive gorilla habituation experience (4 hours with semi-habituated families). We handle permits, accommodation, and expert guides.

Question 4

Which Uganda safari destinations does Shakes Travel cover?

Accepted Answer

We cover all of Uganda's premier safari destinations: Bwindi Impenetrable (gorillas), Kibale National Park (chimpanzees), Queen Elizabeth National Park (tree-climbing lions, Kazinga Channel), Murchison Falls National Park (Big Five, Nile boat cruises), Kidepo Valley (remote wilderness), Lake Mburo, Rwenzori Mountains, Semuliki Valley, Jinja (Nile adventures), and Lake Bunyonyi.

Question 5

How does the Planting Green Paths conservation initiative work?

Accepted Answer

Planting Green Paths is our flagship conservation initiative where every safari booking funds native tree planting across Uganda's tourist destinations. We restore gorilla habitats in Bwindi, expand wildlife corridors in Queen Elizabeth, and protect watersheds in Murchison Falls. This creates sustainable livelihoods for local communities while combating climate change.

Unforgettable Wildlife Safaris. Active Conservation.

Why Safari with Shakes Travel?

Uganda Safari Specialists

Every Safari Plants Trees

Expertly Curated Safari Adventures

Explore Destinations

Bwindi

Queen Elizabeth

Murchison Falls

Kibale

Kidepo Valley

Lake Mburo

Rwenzori Mountains

Semuliki Valley

Mount Elgon

Safari Experiences

12 Days Uganda Wildlife Safari Tour

8 Days Uganda Safari Highlights

7 Days Gorilla & Chimpanzee Safari

5 Day Gorillas and Lions Tour

3 Days Bwindi Gorilla Trekking

3 Days Queen Elizabeth Safari

4 Days Murchison Falls Safari

3 Days Kibale Chimp Tracking

Unforgettable Safaris. Active Conservation.