About us

About us

About us

Sharing the spirit of Africa, one safari at a time


Ubon Safari was born from a deep-rooted connection to Africa – a continent of untamed beauty, ancient landscapes, and stories older than time itself. This is where humankind began, and it’s here that we continue to return – to feel something real, something vast, something soul-stirring.


With more than 35 years of guiding and travel experience across Africa, we don’t just plan safaris – we create journeys that move you. Whether it’s tracking lions across the Serengeti or drifting through the Okavango Delta by canoe, we build trips that reflect the way you want to explore. 


From wild bush escapes to barefoot beach retreats – or a seamless blend of both – each itinerary is thoughtfully designed, grounded in experience, and shaped around you.

Sharing the spirit of Africa, one safari at a time


Ubon Safari was born from a deep-rooted connection to Africa – a continent of untamed beauty, ancient landscapes, and stories older than time itself. This is where humankind began, and it’s here that we continue to return – to feel something real, something vast, something soul-stirring.


With more than 35 years of guiding and travel experience across Africa, we don’t just plan safaris – we create journeys that move you. Whether it’s tracking lions across the Serengeti or drifting through the Okavango Delta by canoe, we build trips that reflect the way you want to explore. 


From wild bush escapes to barefoot beach retreats – or a seamless blend of both – each itinerary is thoughtfully designed, grounded in experience, and shaped around you.

Sharing the spirit of Africa, one safari at a time


Ubon Safari was born from a deep-rooted connection to Africa – a continent of untamed beauty, ancient landscapes, and stories older than time itself. This is where humankind began, and it’s here that we continue to return – to feel something real, something vast, something soul-stirring.


With more than 35 years of guiding and travel experience across Africa, we don’t just plan safaris – we create journeys that move you. Whether it’s tracking lions across the Serengeti or drifting through the Okavango Delta by canoe, we build trips that reflect the way you want to explore. 


From wild bush escapes to barefoot beach retreats – or a seamless blend of both – each itinerary is thoughtfully designed, grounded in experience, and shaped around you.

Meet the founders of Ubon Safari

Umang and Beena Gossain were both born in Tanzania, raised by the rhythm of the bush and the pulse of the wild. For Umang, the Serengeti was more than a playground – it was a classroom, a sanctuary, and the spark that lit a lifelong passion for wildlife and wide-open spaces. His fascination with nature began in childhood and never left.


Beena grew up in Dar es Salaam, captivated by the quiet, untouched corners of southern Tanzania. Her love for Africa was instinctive – a curiosity that quickly evolved into a career in travel, where she and Umang eventually crossed paths. What began as a shared love for wild places became a shared life purpose: to connect others with the magic of Africa.


Together, Umang and Beena bring over three decades of regional expertise across operations, guiding, bookings, and sustainable tourism. Their deep understanding of the continent – and the relationships they’ve built within it – form the heart of Ubon Safari.


Meet the founders of Ubon Safari

Umang and Beena Gossain were both born in Tanzania, raised by the rhythm of the bush and the pulse of the wild. For Umang, the Serengeti was more than a playground – it was a classroom, a sanctuary, and the spark that lit a lifelong passion for wildlife and wide-open spaces. His fascination with nature began in childhood and never left.


Beena grew up in Dar es Salaam, captivated by the quiet, untouched corners of southern Tanzania. Her love for Africa was instinctive – a curiosity that quickly evolved into a career in travel, where she and Umang eventually crossed paths. What began as a shared love for wild places became a shared life purpose: to connect others with the magic of Africa.


Together, Umang and Beena bring over three decades of regional expertise across operations, guiding, bookings, and sustainable tourism. Their deep understanding of the continent – and the relationships they’ve built within it – form the heart of Ubon Safari.


Meet the founders of Ubon Safari

Umang and Beena Gossain were both born in Tanzania, raised by the rhythm of the bush and the pulse of the wild. For Umang, the Serengeti was more than a playground – it was a classroom, a sanctuary, and the spark that lit a lifelong passion for wildlife and wide-open spaces. His fascination with nature began in childhood and never left.


Beena grew up in Dar es Salaam, captivated by the quiet, untouched corners of southern Tanzania. Her love for Africa was instinctive – a curiosity that quickly evolved into a career in travel, where she and Umang eventually crossed paths. What began as a shared love for wild places became a shared life purpose: to connect others with the magic of Africa.


Together, Umang and Beena bring over three decades of regional expertise across operations, guiding, bookings, and sustainable tourism. Their deep understanding of the continent – and the relationships they’ve built within it – form the heart of Ubon Safari.


Destination: Africa

From iconic safari regions to secret island hideaways, we plan unforgettable journeys across Africa’s most spectacular landscapes. Whether you’re drawn to the drama of the Great Migration or the slow pace of coastal island life, we’ll guide you to the places that best suit your sense of adventure.


Our accommodation partners range from elegant tented camps in the heart of the Serengeti to luxurious lodges in South Africa’s top private reserves. Each one is carefully chosen for its location, experience, and connection to the land.

Destination: Africa

From iconic safari regions to secret island hideaways, we plan unforgettable journeys across Africa’s most spectacular landscapes. Whether you’re drawn to the drama of the Great Migration or the slow pace of coastal island life, we’ll guide you to the places that best suit your sense of adventure.


Our accommodation partners range from elegant tented camps in the heart of the Serengeti to luxurious lodges in South Africa’s top private reserves. Each one is carefully chosen for its location, experience, and connection to the land.

Destination: Africa

From iconic safari regions to secret island hideaways, we plan unforgettable journeys across Africa’s most spectacular landscapes. Whether you’re drawn to the drama of the Great Migration or the slow pace of coastal island life, we’ll guide you to the places that best suit your sense of adventure.


Our accommodation partners range from elegant tented camps in the heart of the Serengeti to luxurious lodges in South Africa’s top private reserves. Each one is carefully chosen for its location, experience, and connection to the land.

Meaningful connections

At the heart of every Ubon journey is a chance to connect – not only with Africa’s wildlife and wild spaces, but also with its incredible people. The cultures, traditions and everyday lives of those who call this continent home are a vital part of its story. 



We believe that meaningful encounters – whether a shared meal, a village visit, or time spent with local guides – add a powerful layer to your safari. They create moments of learning, understanding and respect that stay with you long after the journey ends.


Travel that gives back

The wild places we love are protected and preserved by the people who call them home. At Ubon Safari, we’re proud to support grassroots organisations that uplift and empower local communities. 


Our partnerships with The Olive Branch for Children and Africa Bridge help improve lives in remote areas of the continent – from education to healthcare and beyond. Every journey you take with us contributes to this shared vision.


Meaningful connections

At the heart of every Ubon journey is a chance to connect – not only with Africa’s wildlife and wild spaces, but also with its incredible people. The cultures, traditions and everyday lives of those who call this continent home are a vital part of its story. 


We believe that meaningful encounters – whether a shared meal, a village visit, or time spent with local guides – add a powerful layer to your safari. They create moments of learning, understanding and respect that stay with you long after the journey ends.


Travel that gives back

The wild places we love are protected and preserved by the people who call them home. At Ubon Safari, we’re proud to support grassroots organisations that uplift and empower local communities. 


Our partnerships with The Olive Branch for Children and Africa Bridge help improve lives in remote areas of the continent – from education to healthcare and beyond. Every journey you take with us contributes to this shared vision.


Meaningful connections

At the heart of every Ubon journey is a chance to connect – not only with Africa’s wildlife and wild spaces, but also with its incredible people. The cultures, traditions and everyday lives of those who call this continent home are a vital part of its story. 


We believe that meaningful encounters – whether a shared meal, a village visit, or time spent with local guides – add a powerful layer to your safari. They create moments of learning, understanding and respect that stay with you long after the journey ends.


Travel that gives back

The wild places we love are protected and preserved by the people who call them home. At Ubon Safari, we’re proud to support grassroots organisations that uplift and empower local communities. 


Our partnerships with The Olive Branch for Children and Africa Bridge help improve lives in remote areas of the continent – from education to healthcare and beyond. Every journey you take with us contributes to this shared vision.


The benefit of experience

The advantages of travelling with Ubon Safari are many and various...


1.  Understanding


We know Africa not just from a map, but from a lifetime spent walking its trails, meeting its people, and listening to its stories. That knowledge shapes every journey we design – from the places we recommend to the little details that make all the difference.


2.  Your safari. Your way


Every Ubon Safari is tailor-made. No fixed packages, no generic routes – just bespoke experiences built around your pace, your priorities, and your passions. Whether you’re travelling as a couple, a family, a solo explorer or a group of friends, you’ll receive the same thoughtful attention from start to finish.


3.  Support on call


We’re available 24/7, happy to answer your questions, talk through ideas, or guide you through the finer points of planning. When you travel with us, you’re never just another booking – you’re a fellow adventurer setting off into a continent we love.


Let us take care of the details, so you can focus on the experience.

We can’t wait to welcome you to Africa.

The benefit of experience

The advantages of travelling with Ubon Safari are many and various...


1.  Understanding


We know Africa not just from a map, but from a lifetime spent walking its trails, meeting its people, and listening to its stories. That knowledge shapes every journey we design – from the places we recommend to the little details that make all the difference.


2.  Your safari. Your way


Every Ubon Safari is tailor-made. No fixed packages, no generic routes – just bespoke experiences built around your pace, your priorities, and your passions. Whether you’re travelling as a couple, a family, a solo explorer or a group of friends, you’ll receive the same thoughtful attention from start to finish.


3.  Support on call


We’re available 24/7, happy to answer your questions, talk through ideas, or guide you through the finer points of planning. When you travel with us, you’re never just another booking – you’re a fellow adventurer setting off into a continent we love.


Let us take care of the details, so you can focus on the experience.

We can’t wait to welcome you to Africa.

The benefit of experience

The advantages of travelling with Ubon Safari are many and various...


1.  Understanding


We know Africa not just from a map, but from a lifetime spent walking its trails, meeting its people, and listening to its stories. That knowledge shapes every journey we design – from the places we recommend to the little details that make all the difference.


2.  Your safari. Your way


Every Ubon Safari is tailor-made. No fixed packages, no generic routes – just bespoke experiences built around your pace, your priorities, and your passions. Whether you’re travelling as a couple, a family, a solo explorer or a group of friends, you’ll receive the same thoughtful attention from start to finish.


3.  Support on call


We’re available 24/7, happy to answer your questions, talk through ideas, or guide you through the finer points of planning. When you travel with us, you’re never just another booking – you’re a fellow adventurer setting off into a continent we love.


Let us take care of the details, so you can focus on the experience.

We can’t wait to welcome you to Africa.