Kakaraya Safaris Ltd
Kakaraya Gateway to the Pearl of Africa
Operational Excellence

Logistics & Field Support

From securing hard-to-get UWA gorilla permits to operating our custom-outfitted 4x4 Land Cruiser fleet and arranging domestic fly-in charters, we handle every logistical detail in-house from Kampala.

Bwindi 1°04'S 29°40'E◆ Murchison Falls 2°15'N 31°48'E◆ Queen Elizabeth NP 0°12'S 29°54'E◆ Kidepo Valley 3°51'N 33°44'E◆ Lake Mburo 0°38'S 30°57'E◆ Jinja — Source of the Nile 0°25'N 33°12'E◆ Rwenzori Mountains 0°23'N 29°52'E◆ Kibale Forest 0°30'N 30°21'E◆ Bwindi 1°04'S 29°40'E◆ Murchison Falls 2°15'N 31°48'E◆ Queen Elizabeth NP 0°12'S 29°54'E◆ Kidepo Valley 3°51'N 33°44'E◆ Lake Mburo 0°38'S 30°57'E◆ Jinja — Source of the Nile 0°25'N 33°12'E◆ Rwenzori Mountains 0°23'N 29°52'E◆ Kibale Forest 0°30'N 30°21'E◆
Fleet Specifications

Our Custom 4x4 Expedition Vehicles

Toyota Land Cruiser Extended (7-Seater)

The gold standard for African safaris. Customized with pop-up roof for 360-degree photography, onboard mini-fridge for cold beverages, AC power inverters for camera charging, and heavy-duty suspension.

  • ◆ Pop-Up Roof for game viewing
  • ◆ High-clearance 4WD with winch
  • ◆ USB & 220V charging ports

Safari Minibus / Super Custom 4x4

Economical option for small groups and budget safaris without sacrificing comfort. Features wide sliding windows, pop-up roof, and full 4x4 capability for park tracks.

  • ◆ Reclining seats & window seats
  • ◆ Pop-Up Roof
  • ◆ Fuel efficient & comfortable
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Official Agency Service

Gorilla & Chimpanzee Permit Reservations

Trekking mountain gorillas requires an official permit issued by the Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) or Rwanda Development Board (RDB). Permits are strictly capped per day to protect gorilla families.

As a registered tour operator, Kakaraya Safaris holds direct access to the UWA reservation system and handles all payment, reservation, and physical permit retrieval for our guests.

Official Permit Reservations:

Uganda Gorilla Permit (Bwindi/Mgahinga) UWA Authorized
Uganda Gorilla Habituation Permit (4 hrs) UWA Authorized
Kibale Chimpanzee Permit UWA Authorized
Rwanda Gorilla Permit (Volcanoes NP) RDB Authorized

Visa Requirements

All visitors to Uganda need a valid passport (with at least 6 months validity) and an e-Visa. We recommend applying for the East Africa Tourist Visa which allows multi-entry access to Uganda, Rwanda, and Kenya.

Official Uganda Visa Portal →

Health & Vaccinations

A valid Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate is mandatory for entry into Uganda. Malaria prophylaxis is strongly recommended. Drink bottled water provided in our vehicles throughout your trip.

24/7 Medical Evacuation Assistance included with all custom safari packages.
Interactive Guide

Safari Packing Checklist

Gorilla Trekking Gear

Savanna Safari Essentials

Electronics & Personal