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Discover Africa with Blue lion Africa Safaris
Who We Are
Tailor-made Africa Safaris, Luxury Tours And #1 Car hire Company in Uganda.
Blue lion Safaris is the leading provider in quality Africa Safaris that incorporate adventure, comfort and authenticity. With us, travelers enjoy encountering East Africa’s unique wildlife, towering mountains, sprawling savannah and indigenous cultures without compromising on their comfort.
Our commitment to excellence is demonstrated through the careful attention to detail of the trips we plan and organize. Blue lion Safaris guarantees perfect explorations of the inexhaustible travel destinations in East Africa, including rainforests, beaches, savannahs and mountains etc. We are also the best car hire company in Uganda, Rwanda, Tanzania and Kenya.
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Custom itineraries and holiday packages.
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Flight, hotels to guided tours.
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Years of experience & local partnerships
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Where to Next?
Discover Top Safaris in Uganda, Rwanda, Kenya and Tanzania
In Uganda you will discover so many destinations to explore with Blue Lion Safaris. The iconic Murchison Falls National covering 3,840 square kilometers in northwest Uganda is one of them. This is home to lions, elephants, giraffes, hartebeest, leopards, buffaloes and the extremely powerful Murchison Falls. Bwindi Impenetrable National Park of size 331 square kilometers in southwest Uganda is renowned for the gentle mountain gorillas and Batwa. Other primate species living inside are chimpanzees, vervet monkeys, black and white colobus monkeys, olive baboons, red-tailed monkeys and L’Hoest’s monkeys.
In the western region of Uganda, you will also discover Queen Elizabeth National Park of 1,978 square kilometers in size. This is renowned for featuring the iconic tree-climbing lions, waterbucks, hippos, elephants, chimpanzees, leopards, Kazinga Channel and 600 bird species. Other notable national parks in Uganda include Kidepo, Lake Mburo, Kibale National Park and Rwenzori Mountains. Outside these wildlife ecosystems, Uganda also presents ancient kingdoms, lakes, rivers and cultures for visitors to discover.
Tanzania offers some of the continent’s most iconic national parks or conservation areas. Serengeti National Park in the northwest of Tanzania covering 14,763 square kilometers is known for the annual Great Migration. Seeing this epic migration is a chance to see millions of wildebeest, zebras and gazelles move toward Masai Mara National Reserve. Tanzania is where you will also discover the Ngorongoro Conservation Area with Blue Lion Safaris. It is 8,292 square kilometers, comprising a unique crater ecosystem, and home to numerous rhinos, flamingos, lions, elephants and buffaloes etc.
Tarangire National Park, occupying 2,850 square kilometers in the northwest of Tanzania is mostly known for the towering baobab trees. Tarangire National Park is also home to large populations of elephants, lions, cheetahs, leopards, gazelles, zebras, buffaloes and elands etc. Tanzania also offers impressive national parks including Kilimanjaro, Arusha, Lake Manyara, Burigi-Chato, Mahale Mountains, Kitulo and Gombe. Other exciting attractions to discover in Tanzania include Olduvai Gorge and Laetoli Footprints, Stone Town, Lake Tanganyika, and Lake Victoria etc.
Kenya and Rwanda also present equally remarkable safari opportunities because of their wide range of ecosystems and rare biodiversity. Visiting Rwanda is a chance to discover the 1,122 square kilometers Akagera National Park in the country’s eastern region. This is the only destination in Rwanda that hosts the iconic big five in the wild. Volcanoes National Park covering 160 square kilometers in the northwest is renowned for a healthy population of mountain gorillas. Primates such as golden monkeys, black and white colobus monkeys and olive baboons also find shelter here.
Kenya’s Masai Mara National Reserve is one of the most famous wildlife destinations found in Africa. Occupying 1,510 square kilometers in southwest Kenya, Masai Mara also hosts the Great Migration, featuring wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles etc. Predators like lions, hyenas, cheetahs and others also wait to get them as food. Amboseli National Park measures 392 square kilometers in Kenya’s southern region is home to very large elephant herds. Other wild animals to see in Amboseli are lions, zebras, buffaloes and leopards etc. Stunning views of Mount Kilimanjaro are also perfectly got from Amboseli National Park.
Other key national parks in Kenya and Rwanda include Nyungwe, Meru, Mount Elgon, Lake Nakuru, Nairobi, and Hell’s Gate. Discover other attractions in Kenya and Rwanda beside national parks. These include Diani Beach, Inema Arts Center, Lake Nakuru, Lake Kivu, Lamu archipelago and Kigali Genocide Memorial.
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Why go on an African safari with Blue lion Safaris?
Experienced founders.
With over 20 years of combined knowledge regarding East Africa’s tourism industry. With the level of experience here, every trip is well-crafted, while we anticipate every client’s need. We can therefore select the best routes and seasons for maximum wildlife sightings.
Tailor-made itineraries across East Africa.
We craft packages that match preference, schedule and traveling style of each traveler. Every client’s detail is personalized, whether during game drive safaris in Kenya and Tanzania or gorilla safaris in Rwanda and Uganda. With Blue lion Safaris, you can combine wildlife, beach experiences and cultural encounters in one trip.
Professional tour guides and drivers.
Our drivers’ training and field experience has made them excellent storytellers throughout each trip. They also have a reputation of driving each client safely from their pickup point to their drop-off location throughout East Africa. During a wildlife viewing safari they can track an animal and share fascinating insight of it.
Best accommodation.
This is because we have strong working relations and partnerships with the best East African luxury lodges, hotels and tented camps. It is a significant factor to ensure that all our clients get the highest quality accommodations for a comfortable stay. The options we present to you range from high-end resorts to authentic safari camps in nature. Your selection may include a scenic lakeside retreat or one overlooking the vast savannah.
Comfortable safari vehicles.
Our cars are spacious and they are uniquely designed to offer both comfort and maximum game viewing. Driving in our safari vehicles offers uninterrupted views for you to capture all the lovely wildlife photos and scenery needed. Some of the key features of vehicles in our fleet are large windows, popup roofs, and smooth suspension.
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Where to stay on Africa Safaris?
In East Africa, you will definitely find a wide range of accommodations that cater to any type of visitor. Do you want to stay in safari lodges? You will find these in the wildernesses of all the key national parks in the region. Besides offering you a peaceful stay, you get a close encounter with wild animals in their natural homes. Most of the lodges blend in with the natural environment to enhance the ecotourism experience. Now, for an even more immersive experiences in the African wildernesses, you have hundreds of rustic tented safari camps to choose from.
Luxury glamping sites in East Africa provide ensuite facilities and amenities yet with easier access to the wildlife site. For travelers in the bustling city you will find the luxury hotels in East Africa offering some of the best amenities ever. The world-class restaurants, bars, hotel rooms, spas, swimming pools and other world-class amenities make every stay in East Africa very memorable. Thanks to comfort and relaxation in one exceptional experience luxury hotels are a perfect choice for city getaways. Travelers enthusiastic to stay where they can view turquoise waters and beaches, Ocean-facing resorts are abundant on the Indian Ocean coastline.
Among the premier luxury hotels and resorts in Uganda are Serena hotel Kampala, Munyonyo Speke Resort, Paraa Safari Lodge, Clounds Mountain Gorilla Lodge, Nkuringo Gorilla Lodge, Pakuba Safari Lodge, Mweya Safari Lodge, Primate Lodge Kibale, Kyaninga Safari Lodge, Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge and many others.
Some of the best luxury hotels and resorts in Kenya are Billionaire Resort, Serena Safari Camps and Resorts, Zebra Plains Mara Camp, Elewana safari lodge, Mara Sopa lodges, Fig Tree Camp, Ashnil Mara Camp, Entim Mara Camp, Angama Mara Lodge, &Beyond Bateleur Camp and Serova Hotels and Resorts and so much more.
In Rwanda, some of the best lodges include include Hemingways Retreat and Kigali Marriott Hotel, One and Only Nyungwe House, Virunga Lodge, One & Only Gorilla’s Nest, Wilderness Bisate Lodge and Magashi Tented Lodge, etc.
In Tanzania, experience luxury in Tulia Zanzibar Unique Beach Resort, The Oyster Bay Hotel Suites, Serengeti Bushtops Camp, Dunia Camp by Asilia, Mahari Mzuri Camp and Basecamp wilderness among others.
Book with Blue lion Safaris.
For exclusive Africa safaris meant to be unforgettable with value for money, book with Blue lion Safaris. By doing so every second you spend with us will be enjoyable, from the start of your trip to the end.
5-star rating from all our clients.
We often get 5-star ratings from all the clients who have consumed our services. This is a strong indication that our services are indeed high-quality, reflecting their trust and satisfaction on our services. This is a reassurance to anyone who is yet to try us to expect an exceptional experience.
What to do on an Africa Safari?
You have to be prepared for a wide range of unforgettable safari experiences with Blue Lion safaris. They encompass the following.
Gorilla trekking with Blue Lion Safaris is experienced in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Volcanoes National Park and Mgahinga Gorilla National Park. Doing this is thrillingly fun because you will track and observe the mountain gorillas in the forest for a full hour. Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is the only tourist destination where you will go and experience gorilla habituation in the wild. Now this experience is much longer because you are offered up to 4 hours in the presence of the wild gorillas.
Popularly done in Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Masai Mara, Serengeti, Amboseli, Tarangire, Murchison Falls and Queen Elizabeth National Parks. What happens here is you will explore the vast savanna habitats in our 4X4 vehicles searching for the iconic big five. But these are not the only species to see. You also get to see zebras, hartebeests, hyenas, giraffes, hippos, and lots of bird species.
Which is another thrilling activity where you have to walk in the dense forest searching for a species of apes. Chimpanzee trekking tours are experienced in various forested destinations throughout East Africa. The most notable destinations are Uganda’s Kibale National Park, Rwanda’s Nyungwe National Park, and Tanzania’s Gombe National Park. You will be taken by excellent forest ranger guides through the tropical forests to find a habituated chimpanzee community. After finding these chimps, observe them for an hour.
East Africa offers numerous adventure activities that include white water rafting, hiking, cycling, kayaking, abseiling and bungee jumping etc. Popular destinations where to do adventure safaris include Mount Kilimanjaro, Mount Elgon, the Nile River, Lake Victoria, and Lake Kivu etc. Adventure safaris will leave lasting impressions on you because they combine adrenaline with stunning natural scenery and biodiversity.
These are done on waterways including Kazinga Channel, Nile River, Lake Victoria, Lake Ihema, Lake Kivu, Mafia Island and Diani Beach. Boat cruises or trips will surely offer marvelous views of wild animals and beautiful scenery all around you. Wildlife species you can see while on a boat cruise include crocodiles, hippos, elephants, fish and lots of bird species. Going for a boat cruise is also a chance to enjoy a sundowner.
As mentioned, Serengeti National Park and Masai Mara National Reserve offer the best Wildebeest migration safaris in East Africa. Witnessing millions of wildebeest, zebras and gazelles migrate in a desperate search for fresh pasture is so amazing. What makes these annual event more spectacular is that predators like lions, leopards and cheetahs can be seen close by.
Only 2 destinations in East Africa offer golden monkey tracking tours, Volcanoes National Park and Mgahinga Gorilla National Park. Under the guidance of an experienced ranger guide, you will hike through the lovely bamboo forests to see the golden monkeys. Observing golden monkeys is done for 1 hour.
The best cultural experiences are done in the communities surrounding Masai Mara National Reserve, Bwindi National Park and Volcanoes National Park. Take this opportunity to meet and interact with the unique tribes like the Maasai and Batwa. Other tribes to meet in East Africa include the Banyakore around Lake Mburo National Park, and Karamojong around Kidepo National Park. These tribes offer unique and traditional ways of singing, dancing, playing traditional instruments and storytelling etc. You can also get a chance of purchasing some of their crafts and art as mementos.
Fly above the vast wildernesses of Serengeti, Masai Mara and Akagera while in a hot air balloon. While floating you will enjoy panoramic wildlife views of the big five animals at sunrise. Afterwards you will be presented bush breakfast to make the experience even more memorable.
These are adrenaline-filled safaris that can be experienced in destinations like Rwenzori Mountains, Mount Kenya and Mount Kilimanjaro etc. Your physical fitness is enhanced as you walk on both gentle slopes and challenging ones. Meanwhile, you are assured of seeing wildlife and beautiful scenery.
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