East Africa safari landscape with wildlife
Our Story

Born from a Love of East Africa

Two Rivers and Safaris was founded by people who grew up beside these rivers, forests, and plains — and who believe the best way to share Africa is to live it alongside you.

Safari guide sharing stories with guests in East Africa
Est. 2003
Kampala, Uganda
Our History

Where Two Rivers Meet

The name Two Rivers speaks to our roots — the Victoria Nile and the Kagera River, the twin waterways that define the landscapes of Uganda and East Africa. Our founders grew up in the shadow of these rivers, guiding their first guests through Bwindi's mist-covered forests and across the Serengeti's golden plains more than two decades ago.

What began as a small Kampala-based guiding operation has grown into a full-service safari company covering Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, and Rwanda. But our philosophy has never changed: every journey should feel personal, unhurried, and deeply connected to the land and its people.

Kampala, Uganda
4 Countries
What We Stand For

Our Guiding Principles

Local Expertise

Every guide, driver, and lodge partner is East African. We don't outsource knowledge — we grow it from within.

Small Groups

We cap group sizes to ensure intimate experiences. You'll never feel like a number on one of our safaris.

Conservation First

A portion of every booking supports local conservation projects and community wildlife funds across our destinations.

Truly Bespoke

No two itineraries are the same. We design every journey around your interests, pace, and travel style.

The People

Meet Your Team

Every member of our team is East African, deeply knowledgeable, and genuinely passionate about sharing these landscapes with the world.

Marilyn Kabugho
Uganda & East Africa

Marilyn Kabugho

Founder & Managing Director

Marilyn founded Two Rivers and Safaris with a vision to share the extraordinary wildlife and landscapes of East Africa with the world. Born and raised in Kasese District in the shadow of the Rwenzori Mountains, her deep connection to Uganda's western wilderness shapes every safari the company designs.

Grace Nakato
Logistics & Partnerships

Grace Nakato

Head of Operations

Grace manages every detail of your safari from first enquiry to final farewell. With a background in hospitality and a deep network across East African lodges, she ensures nothing is left to chance.

James Mwangi
Kenya & Tanzania

James Mwangi

Senior Wildlife Guide

James is a Kenya Wildlife Service-certified naturalist with 15 years in the Maasai Mara and Amboseli. His ability to read animal behaviour and find the unexpected makes every game drive extraordinary.

Accurate Kemigisha M
Rwanda & Primates

Accurate Kemigisha M

Rwanda & Conservation Lead

Accurate leads our Rwanda operations and conservation partnerships, specialising in gorilla and chimpanzee trekking across Volcanoes National Park and Bwindi. Her deep commitment to community-based conservation ensures every trek directly benefits the wildlife and people of the region.

Our Reach

Where We Operate

Four countries. Dozens of parks. One team you can trust.

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Uganda

  • Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
  • Murchison Falls NP
  • Queen Elizabeth NP
  • Kibale Forest
  • Lake Mburo NP
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Kenya

  • Maasai Mara NR
  • Amboseli NP
  • Samburu NR
  • Tsavo NP
  • Lake Nakuru NP
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Tanzania

  • Serengeti NP
  • Ngorongoro Crater
  • Tarangire NP
  • Selous GR
  • Kilimanjaro NP
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Rwanda

  • Volcanoes NP
  • Nyungwe Forest NP
  • Akagera NP
  • Lake Kivu
  • Gishwati-Mukura NP
20+
Years of Experience
4
Countries Covered
2,500+
Guests Guided
100%
East African Owned
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Meet Your Team Before You Travel

We'd love to introduce ourselves properly. Drop us a message and we'll connect you with the guide who'll be leading your journey.