Orika Africa

East Africa, Tailored for you

Private by Nature. Immersive by Design. Wild by Every Measure.
Your East African Escape

Your East African Safari Awaits.

A mountain gorilla emerges through morning mist. A leopard drapes itself across an acacia at dusk. The Nile speaks before the world wakes up. No highlight reel prepares you for any of it.

We know exactly where these moments live, and when to take you there. Every journey is built around you: your dates, your rhythm, your idea of the wild. Not a template. Not a brochure. Just you and Africa as it really is.

Gorilla trekking in Uganda. The Great Migration in Kenya. Cultural immersions in Rwanda. Whatever calls you, we build the journey around it.

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Couple enjoying a sundowner on a luxury safari lodge terrace as the sun sets over the East African wilderness
William Obia, Director of Orika Africa, with a giraffe on the savannah in Uganda
In Africa's forests, on the plains, in the village.
Explore. Connect. Belong.
WILLIAM OBIA  ·  DIRECTOR
What Awaits You

The experiences that define East Africa.

From mountain gorillas at arm's length to lions at golden hour. These are not highlights on a brochure. They are mornings you will never stop talking about.

Signature Journeys

African Safari Tours & Bespoke Travel Experiences

Every Orika Africa safari is thoughtfully designed around your interests, pace, and style of travel. From gorilla trekking in Uganda and Rwanda to chimpanzee encounters, Big Five safaris, and secluded wilderness retreats, each itinerary is crafted with exceptional guides, remarkable lodges, and seamless planning from arrival to departure.

Murchison Falls at sunset on the 10 Days Uganda Primate Safari
10 DAYS · 9 NIGHTS

10 Days Uganda Primate Safari

Ten days through the very best of Uganda: rescued chimpanzees on Ngamba Island, the shoebill of Mabamba, chimpanzee tracking in Kibale, Big Five game drives and the Kazinga Channel in Queen Elizabeth, the tree-climbing lions of Ishasha, and mountain gorillas in Bwindi.

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Infinity pool overlooking the lake with a marabou stork at a Uganda safari lodge
11 DAYS · 10 NIGHTS

11 Days Classic Uganda Wildlife Safari

The classic eleven-day loop through Uganda's icons: rhinos at Ziwa, the thunder of Murchison Falls, chimpanzees in Kibale, Big Five in Queen Elizabeth, and mountain gorillas in Bwindi, with Ankole culture and a shoebill finale.

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Wild mountain gorilla feeding in the forest on the 12 Days Uganda Gorilla & Wildlife Safari
12 DAYS · 11 NIGHTS

12 Days Uganda Gorilla & Wildlife Safari

A twelve-day overland journey through Uganda's finest parks: mountain gorillas in Bwindi, chimpanzees in Kibale, Big Five game drives in Queen Elizabeth, and the thunder of Murchison Falls.

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Wildlife on the savanna and turquoise Indian Ocean waters on the 10 Days Kenya Luxury Safari & Indian Ocean Escape
10 DAYS · 9 NIGHTS

10 Days Kenya Luxury Safari & Indian Ocean Escape

Great Rift Valley lakes, the legendary Masai Mara, and a relaxing finale on Diani Beach.

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Wildebeest herd crossing a river during the Great Migration on the 12 Days Gorilla and Great Migration Safari
12 DAYS · 11 NIGHTS

12 Days Gorilla & Great Migration Safari

Three countries, three icons: the Ngorongoro Crater's Big Five, the Great Migration and Rwanda's gorillas.

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A herd of elephants crossing the golden savanna on the 14 Days Classic East African Safari
14 DAYS · 13 NIGHTS

14 Days Classic East African Safari

Savannah to sea across Kenya and Tanzania: Amboseli, Tarangire, Ngorongoro, the Serengeti and Fanjove Island.

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Elephants on the savanna beneath distant hills on the 10 Days Discover Tanzania Safari
10 DAYS · 9 NIGHTS

10 Days Discover Tanzania Safari

A deeper ten-day northern circuit: Arusha National Park, the elephants of Tarangire, the Ngorongoro Crater, and the remote, uncrowded Eastern Serengeti, with walking safaris and sundowners.

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Zebra and wildebeest gathered at a Serengeti waterhole during the Great Migration on the 10 Days Great Migration Safari
10 DAYS · 9 NIGHTS

10 Days Great Migration Safari

A ten-day luxury safari built around the Great Wildebeest Migration: the Mara River crossings of the Northern Serengeti, the Ngorongoro Crater, and the elephants of Tarangire.

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Cheetah cubs resting on the southern Serengeti plains during calving season on the 10 Days Serengeti Calving Safari & Luxury Island Escape
10 DAYS · 9 NIGHTS

10 Days Serengeti Calving Safari & Luxury Island Escape

Timed for the legendary Serengeti calving season: southern Serengeti predator action, the Ngorongoro Crater, Hadzabe and Datoga cultural encounters, and a barefoot luxury finale on Mnemba Island.

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A Safari Crafted for You Alone.

Tell us what moves you. We handle everything else.

Plan My Safari

Your Journey Designer replies within 24 hours.

Step 1 of 5

Where in Africa calls to you?

Pick one or more. We'll tailor ideas around your choices.

When are you thinking of going?

Rough dates are fine. We'll plan around your schedule.

And which month?

Who's joining the adventure?

We tailor lodges and vehicle size to your group.

What's your rough budget per person?

In USD. Helps us match the right lodges.

Almost there. How do we reach you?

Your personal Journey Designer replies within 24 hours.

DMC? International Agents can request partner rates through our DMC Desk.

Your Safari Journey

One Message Away from East Africa.

1.

Tell us your dream.

Share your dates, destinations and the kind of experiences that move you. There are no wrong answers and no templates, just your idea of the perfect trip.

2.

We build your journey.

Your Journey Advisor designs a tailor-made itinerary (lodges, permits, pacing and every detail) shaped entirely around you. Nothing is off the shelf.

3.

Arrive and be present.

Everything is handled. All that's left is for you to arrive, breathe in East Africa, and let the wild do the rest.

Real Experiences, Real Travellers

Our Guests' Reviews

★★★★★

From the first message to the final day, everything was handled with professionalism and genuine warmth. Cosmas and Claire made the whole Murchison Falls experience something our family will never forget.

Irene D & Family
December 2025 TripAdvisor
★★★★★

Orika Africa tailored our safari exactly to what we wanted. The surprises along the way made it feel truly special. These are not just guides they are the kind of people you stay in touch with.

Angus H.
August 2025 Google
★★★★★

One of the most professional and warm teams I have ever travelled with. By the end, parting ways felt genuinely difficult. They even surprised us with gifts on the last day.

Derrick A.
December 2025 TripAdvisor
★★★★★

Trekking to see the endangered mountain gorillas was an absolute highlight a real reminder of why conservation work matters so deeply. We could not recommend Orika more highly.

Hellens K.
August 2025 Google
★★★★★

I booked from Australia and could not have been more impressed. William and Brian went well beyond what I expected at every point. I will absolutely book with them again.

Taylah-Jade
December 2025 Google
Our Safari Destinations

Wild Places, Four Countries, One Continent.

Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania and Rwanda. Each with a character entirely its own. Where will your journey begin?

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From the Field

Insights From East Africa

Practical travel advice, destination insights, seasonal updates, and stories shaped by the people who live and work across East Africa every day.

Our Commitment

Your Safari Protects What You Come to See.

Orika Africa is a destination management company and safari operator specializing in tailor-made safaris across Uganda and East Africa. We create private journeys that combine exceptional guest experiences with a genuine commitment to wildlife conservation, responsible tourism, and the communities that make this region extraordinary.

Whether you travel with us directly or through one of our international travel partners, every itinerary is thoughtfully designed around your interests, your pace, and your expectations. From gorilla trekking and wildlife safaris to cultural experiences and beach escapes, we take care of every detail so you can experience East Africa with complete confidence.

We believe travel should leave a positive legacy. Every journey supports responsible tourism, strengthens local communities, and helps protect the landscapes and wildlife that inspire people to visit East Africa.

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Your Adventure Begins Here

Step Into East Africa.

Your dream safari starts with a conversation. Tell us where you want to go, what you want to feel, and leave the rest to us.

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