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Bespoke, tailor-made safaris across Uganda, Rwanda and beyond — crafted around you.

About Detlef Safaris

Your trusted partner for unforgettable African adventures

Your Travels Handled

Detlef Safaris is a travel and safari company crafting tailor-made journeys across East Africa. We combine wildlife safaris, gorilla and chimpanzee trekking, hiking trails and cultural encounters across Uganda, Rwanda, Kenya, Tanzania and Congo.

Our Vision

To be East Africa's most trusted safari operator, creating journeys that inspire conservation and support local communities.

Our Mission

To deliver exceptional, sustainable safari experiences that exceed expectations while protecting wildlife and empowering communities.

Mountain gorillas in the forest

Upcoming Departures

Real itineraries you can book today — open any card for the full day-by-day plan

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7 Days

7-Day Uganda Wildlife Safari

Uganda

Gorilla trekking, chimpanzee tracking and classic game drives across several parks.

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Popular
5 Days

5 Day Gorilla Tracking & Akagera Safari

Rwanda

Gorilla trekking in Volcanoes NP followed by a Big Five game drive in Akagera.

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Filling Fast
10 Days

10 Days Uganda Primate & Wildlife Safari

Uganda

A complete primate and wildlife circuit blending gorillas, chimps and game drives.

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New
7 Days

7-Day Uganda Wildlife Safari

Uganda

Gorilla trekking, chimpanzee tracking and classic game drives across several parks.

View Itinerary
Popular
5 Days

5 Day Gorilla Tracking & Akagera Safari

Rwanda

Gorilla trekking in Volcanoes NP followed by a Big Five game drive in Akagera.

View Itinerary
Filling Fast
10 Days

10 Days Uganda Primate & Wildlife Safari

Uganda

A complete primate and wildlife circuit blending gorillas, chimps and game drives.

View Itinerary

Meet Our Safari Experts

Team profiles coming soon

Team profiles coming soon.

Explore Our Destinations

From gorilla forests to the Great Migration, discover East Africa's most breathtaking locations

Activities & Experiences

From thrilling adventures to serene cultural encounters

Wildlife Safaris

Game drives and Big Five encounters

Gorilla Trekking

Intimate primate encounters in Uganda & Rwanda

Chimpanzee Tracking

Kibale Forest & Nyungwe expeditions

Photography Safaris

Capture Africa's beauty with expert guidance

Boat Cruises

Nile launch trips and lake excursions

Mountain & Volcano Hikes

Rwenzori and Virunga trails

Cultural Visits

Batwa and local community experiences

Honeymoon Safaris

Romantic, tailor-made couples' trips

Luxury Accommodations

Hand-picked lodges and camps — details coming soon

Accommodation details coming soon.

Popular Safari Packages

Curated itineraries for every traveler

3 Days Bwindi Gorilla Safari

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5 Days Gorilla Trek, Habituation & Wildlife

5 Days
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8 Days Uganda Safari Experience

8 Days
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12 Days Uganda Adventure Safari

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3 Days Bwindi Gorilla Safari

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5 Days Gorilla Trek, Habituation & Wildlife

5 Days
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Our Comprehensive Services

Everything you need for a seamless African adventure

Core Travel Services

  • Tour planning & customized itineraries
  • Holiday packages (local & international)
  • Flight, train and bus ticketing
  • Hotel & accommodation booking
  • Airport transfers & car rentals
  • Visa processing assistance

Tourism & Experiences

  • Guided city tours & cultural excursions
  • Adventure trips (hiking, rafting, safaris)
  • Wildlife viewing & eco-tourism
  • Gorilla & chimpanzee trekking permits
  • Photography safari coordination

Administrative Support

  • Visa advisory & application assistance
  • Passport facilitation services
  • Travel insurance arrangements
  • 24/7 customer support
  • Emergency assistance hotline

Transport & Logistics

  • Fleet management for group travel
  • 4x4 safari vehicles with pop-up roofs
  • Domestic flights & boat transfers
  • Private chauffeur services

What Our Travelers Say

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Guest Review

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Travel Blog & Insights

Tips, guides and stories from East Africa

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Jul 15, 2026

Uganda & Kenya Safari: Which Country Is Better?

Both countries deliver extraordinary wildlife and landscapes, but they suit very different travellers. A side-by-side look at parks, cost and…

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Mar 28, 2025

Volcanoes National park

The Virunga chain that gave the world Gorillas in the Mist. Rwanda's flagship park for mountain gorilla trekking, golden monkeys…

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Mar 28, 2025

Gishwati-Mukura National Park

Rwanda's newest and smallest national park, created in 2015 to protect the chimpanzees of two threatened forests on the Congo-Nile…

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Mar 28, 2025

Rwenzori Mountains National Park

One of the most challenging mountain ranges to trek anywhere in the world, rising along Uganda's border with the DRC…

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Mar 28, 2025

Kidepo Valley National Park

Uganda's most remote park, in the far north-east. Rugged semi-arid savannah, big herds, and one of the last great wildernesses…

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Mar 27, 2025

Semuliki National Park

Uganda's first protected area and one of the most biodiverse parks in Africa - a lowland Congo-basin forest of hot…

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