Private Journeys in Rwanda and Uganda
Wild Sage plans and runs private journeys in Rwanda and Uganda. That means gorilla treks in Volcanoes and Bwindi, Big Five drives in Akagera, and chimpanzee trails in Nyungwe and Kibale. We also design trips across Kenya and Tanzania.
We're Alicia-Rae Light, a Canadian travel journalist and wildlife photographer, and Isaac Nzaramba, a Rwandan safari guide and naturalist. With offices in Kigali and Vancouver, we build every itinerary ourselves and guide with our own team and vehicles. Part of every trip goes to conservation and the communities you meet along the way.
The Wild Side of Africa
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Rwanda is where our roots run deepest—a land of misty mountains, ancient rainforests, and resilient spirit. Here, you can track endangered mountain gorillas through the emerald depths of Volcanoes National Park, trek the canopy walkways of Nyungwe, or cruise quietly across Lake Kivu’s glassy surface. It’s a country of transformation—rich in biodiversity, culture, and soul. With Wild Sage, you’ll experience Rwanda’s wild side with intention, depth, and local connection.
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Uganda is East Africa’s best-kept secret—a lush, life-filled wonderland where the savannah meets the jungle. Whether you’re encountering chimpanzees in the rainforest, gliding through the Nile’s papyrus channels, or standing on the rim of a volcanic crater, Uganda delivers the unexpected. It’s raw, rich, and utterly real. We’ll take you beyond the guidebook to meet the people, places, and wildlife that make the “Pearl of Africa” shine.
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Kenya is the original safari dream—where golden savannahs stretch endlessly and elephants march below the snow-capped peaks of Mount Kenya. But it’s also where cutting-edge conservation meets deep-rooted cultural traditions. Whether you’re seeking out the Big Five in the Maasai Mara or sipping chai on a quiet conservancy, our Kenyan journeys are about meaningful connection—with land, wildlife, and community.
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Tanzania is vast, wild, and unforgettable. From the caldera of Ngorongoro to the Serengeti’s thunderous migrations and the spice-scented alleys of Zanzibar, it’s a land of contrasts and legend. Trek to the summit of Kilimanjaro or unwind on a remote island—Tanzania is about scale and soul. We curate experiences that blend adventure and luxury, always grounded in sustainability and local wisdom.
Our Destinations
A guide and a storyteller
Alicia-Rae Light
Co-founder & Managing DirectorVancouver-born and Kigali-based. Two decades as a travel journalist and wildlife photographer, with bylines in Condé Nast Traveler and Canadian Geographic. She plans every Wild Sage journey.
Isaac Nzaramba
Co-founder & Safari DirectorBorn and raised in Rwanda, with fifteen years guiding across Rwanda, Uganda, and Tanzania in English, French, Kinyarwanda, and Swahili. He trains every Wild Sage guide himself.
Our Values
Where to start
Every Wild Sage trip is private and built around you. Use these as a starting point and we'll shape the rest together.

Luxury Rwanda
Kigali · Akagera · Volcanoes · Lake KivuBig Five game drives and a boat safari in Akagera, a gorilla trek and golden monkeys in Volcanoes, then kayaking and coffee on Lake Kivu.
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Two Countries, One Journey
Kigali · Akagera · Volcanoes · Bwindi · Lake MburoGame drives in Akagera and golden monkeys in Volcanoes, then across the border for a gorilla trek in Bwindi and a walking safari at Lake Mburo.
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Murchison Falls · Kibale · Queen Elizabeth · BwindiThe Nile at Murchison Falls, chimpanzees in Kibale and Kyambura Gorge, the Kazinga Channel, and a gorilla trek in Bwindi to finish.
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Tell us your dates
Share when you'd like to travel, who's coming, and what you most want to see. A WhatsApp message or our short form is enough to start.
We build your itinerary
We come back with a tailored itinerary and an itemised quote within 24 hours, then refine it with you until it's right.
We guide you on the ground
Our own team and vehicles, a guide trained by Isaac, and a private WhatsApp group with us for the whole trip.
The Wild Sage Foundation
A portion of every Wild Sage trip goes to the Wild Sage Foundation.
On the ground, our travellers spend time with Gorilla Doctors and African Parks rangers, and meet the people behind the conservation work in the parks they visit.
Rwanda and Uganda, the way we guide it
Adventure Inspiration
Rated 5.0 from 11 reviews
★★★★★ on SafariBookings
“Anyone traveling Rwanda with this magnetic duo is in amazing hands.”
“Truly a trip of a lifetime. Thoughtfully planned and organized by Alicia, attention was paid to every detail.”
“Akagera is a remarkable park, but it is the people — planners like Alicia and guides like Godfrey — who transform a safari into something truly extraordinary.”
“Our guide Isaac gave us an experience we will never forget.”
Book a call with one of our destination specialists
No obligation. Bring your dates and your wish list, and we'll talk you through the options.