Welcome to Makune
Your home away from home
'Makune' is a local Rutooro word from the kingdom of Tooro in the Western part of Uganda meaning hospitality.
In Uganda, hospitality is about much more than welcoming someone through the door.
It means making guests feel safe and at home, sharing what you have, taking time to care for them and creating new friendships and connections along the way.
Our aim is to make every traveller experience a sense of community that make travelling in Africa so very special.
That spirit is at the heart of Makune.
Our story
Africa through a local's eyes
Makune is small, locally owned, UTB licensed tour company based in Uganda, that specialise in wildlife, adventure, city and cultural travel that is both sustainable and good to Mother Nature and to the people and the communities you meet along the way.
We believe that truly sustainable travel can leave a positive change and inspire new perspectives in the places and among the people you visit. At the same time, it can change something in you; shaping the way you see Africa, the world and yourself.
Makune was created by Johnson after many travellers encouraged him to start his own company. Over the years, he has taken many travellers around Uganda, introduced them to local people and places, and made them feel less like tourists and more like friends.
With a deep love for Africa, we help travellers looking to explore the magical wildlife and nature, and a closer connection to everyday life in Uganda and East Africa.
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Tailor-made travels
We create tailor-made journeys shaped around your preferred travel style. Whether that means a lot of action and adventure or slow-paced exploration, wildlife and nature or culture or a little of everything.
No budget – big or small – should stand in the way of your dream of travelling in Africa.
That is why every journey begins with listening to you.
Good communication is at the heart of the planning process, and there is no commitment or obligations in simply reaching out to us, getting in touch and beginning the conversation.
We take all your ideas, requests and concerns seriously, and we are very understanding in finding you a budget you feel comfortable with and give you all the time you need to consider the different possibilities.
You also decide how much support you want from us. Perhaps you only need a vehicle and a driver, with a flexible route, open days and no fixed return date. Or perhaps you feel more relaxed knowing that most things are included and the itinerary is planned in advance.
We are equally happy to create both kinds of journeys – or something in between – for you.
What sparks your travel interest?
What kind of journey to Africa do you dream of?
Almost nothing is impossible with us.
You may dream of a long road trip with a tent, slowing down in nature, climbing the highest peak in the Rwenzori Mountains, living alongside local people and learning an African language, standing face-to-face with a silverback gorilla or swimming with dolphins along the African coast.
Whatever you imagine, we are ready to help, and we always enjoy a new challenge.
Click on the box that sparks your travel style and interest below...
City, Cultural & community
TAILOR-MADE JOURNEYS
From: US$1,950 per person based on 4 travellers sharing
10 Day Uganda Gravel Cycling Adventure
Destinations: Kibale, Queen Elizabeth
Highlights: Scenic gravel cycling routes, crater lake region, tea plantation landscapes, Lake Bunyonyi.
From: US$1,950 per person based on 4 travellers sharing
9 Day Rwenzori Trek to Margherita Peak
Destinations: Rwenzori Mountains NP
Highlights: Margherita Peak Summit (5,109m), Central Circuit Trail, Bujuku Valley, Elena Hut & Glacier Zone
From: US$3,450 per person based on 4 travellers sharing
8 Day 'Best of Uganda' Safari
Destinations: Kibale, Bwindi
Highlights: Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Forest, Chimpanzee Tracking in Kibale Forest
Why choose us?
Hospitality
We want you to feel heard, seen, safe and comfortable throughout your journey, with a sense of community and familiarity wherever you go.
Responsible travel
Sustainability is part of how we travel with a big love and respect for the environment, nature and living beings.
Each journey supports the local economy by keeping more of your tourism spending within Uganda, benefiting local communities, businesses and the places you visit.
Local tour operator, driver & guides
As a small, locally owned company, we keep every journey personal. Our experienced, licensed local guides know Uganda beyond the guidebooks; from its people and places to the stories in between.
Co-Creation
We plan your journey with you, not for you - shaping the route, pace, budget and experiences around the way you want to travel.
A few ready-made itineraries to inspire your journey
Start viewing these for ideas, then shape the experience your way
How does planning work?
1. Share your ideas
Tell us where, when and how you'd like to travel and what interest you.
2. Designing your journey
We can shape a personalised itinerary around your wishes, or create it together with you through an easy, ongoing conversation.
3. Travel with confidence without any worries
You can simply relax and focus on enjoying the journey.
We'll guide you through it
