Simba Africa Expeditions

A relatively new company, Simba Africa Expeditions was founded in 2012 to provide high calibur gorilla trekking excursions, both packaged and tailor-made.

What Makes Simba Africa Expeditions Stand Out?

Simba Africa Expeditions is a local safari outfitter with a focus on gorilla trekking and wildlife immersion tours in Rwanda and Uganda. They have a variety of tour durations, but are a particularly good choice if you’re looking for a short excursion during your trip to Africa - many of their tours are around between 2-5 days.

They are a good budget minded option, with most aspects of the tour included in the base price. Simba Africa Expeditions provides a uniquely local perspective and ambiance.   

Who Will Enjoy Traveling with Simba Africa Expeditions?

These types of tours are ideal for adventurous spirits who like being outdoors, and are more interested in the wildlife and nature than a fancy hotel. This is not to say your accommodations with Simba Africa Expeditions are an afterthought - but for any travel in Africa, no matter how luxurious your camp, is going to involve a bug or two.

Simba Africa Expeditions tours are in a low to mid budget range. The typical age range on their trips is between 18-45. Birders, wildlife enthusiasts, and wildlife photographers (note! Drones are not permitted), who are in good physical condition will probably get the most enjoyment out of these safaris. A lot of walking is involved, over uneven terrain, and the weather can be unpredictable - often the trails are wet and muddy.

Gorilla trekking and wildlife safaris are often great tour choices for families, but be sure your children are old enough to walk long distances. The guides take safety and comfortability seriously, however your group will thank you if the pace of the tour isn’t too compromised.

Top Destinations

Simba Africa Expeditions primarily offers tours and day trips throughout Rwanda and Uganda - peak gorilla trekking destinations. Though wildlife and outdoor travel is their speciality, they also include a few select city tours as well, currently visiting Kampala, Entebbe, Jinja, and Kigali.

Rwanda and Uganda are home to multiple national parks, where the majority of gorillas and chimpanzees live. You’ll observe their behavior and learn about the intricacies of their social structure during your safari experience.

Simba Africa Expeditions Travel Style

They keep groups small, the max being 25. Everything from day trips to 10 day trips are available.

They feature a variety of accommodations on their tours, depending on the destination, duration, and price. Anything from rustic camping, safari lodges, to 3 and 4 star hotels is available.

Why Choose a Tour with Simba Africa Expeditions?

If you are interested in supporting a small local outfitter, with a strong focus and emphasis on wildlife viewing, a safari tour with Simba Africa Expeditions could be a great choice. They are a new company, so you might experience some kinks. But they do exhibit extensive knowledge of the area and use very experienced guides.

You can expect to see a lot of wildlife up close when you travel with them, and they have a wide variety of trip choices, suitable for many different budgets.