Gecko Safaris Africa
- Located In:
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Congo (DRC)
- Size:
- 10-20 employees (Founded in 2008)
- Member Of:
- IATA, ASTA, AUTO & UWA
- Tour Types:
- Custom budget & mid-range tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $40 to $500 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
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Email Gemmer | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very Professional
Alpha was helpful with all the bookings and itinaries. Quick response and useful information. We are so happy with our driver/ guide Timothy he was very knowledgeable about the destination. All together we did 12 days in uganda and most interesting part was the gorilla trekking in bwindi national park, the gorillas came so close to us and it was amazing. The second trekking was in volcano national park but we felt it was the same experience only that Rwanda gorilla permit was so expensive ($1500) Thank you every one..
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Email Wise Tina | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Special thanks to Gecko safaris Africa and the staff
We visited Uganda and Rwanda for over 15 days with Gecko safaris Africa and everything went well. We had some delays in Bujumbura and our arrival at Entebbe airport was at 2:20am but Alpha the owner of the company waited for us. Hotels and lodges were above our expectations , a night before our trekking in bwindi national park gorillas visited our lodge (four gorillas lodge) only that the park rangers couldn’t allow us to take photos but that was amazing. Thank you Gecko Safaris Africa and a special thanks goes to our tour guide Michael , he’s well trained and knowledgeable about the two countries, he was born and raised in Rwanda but studied in Uganda.
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Email Nagash | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Wonderful tour
Our Uganda & Rwanda experience was unforgettable for sure! Moses, our guide, took great care of us and took us to the most beautiful places in Rwanda and Uganda for about 15 days. The accommodations were always beautiful with nice view of the parks and we were treated exceptionally. The safaris and trekking were amazing, the nature incredible. We saw so many things, so many animals, we will not forget this trip. we accepted that Moses in of the best guides in Africa. we paid over $22000 for a family of 4 but all went well on our tour. Gecko Safaris is highly recommended .
Email Tash | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Would not recommend to book with this company
Would not recommend booking through this tour company, days out from the commencement of our tour after we had spent $$$$ on flights and travelled over 20 hours in flights asked us for $$$$ more, which we had to neg it down.
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Email Paul | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
I made it with Gecko Safaris
Gecko safaris are an excellent tour company to deal with. Right from the beginning our communications with Monica was easy and prompt. She had no problems modifying our tour to suit our needs better.
Once there, our driver/Guide Ben was excellent , He was very knowledge and personable. He made the long drives feel shorter. He would stop anytime we asked to take pictures and also when he saw things that he thought we would be interested in. Things that were interesting to us and that we would have missed without him.
Now for the tours. WOW. The chimps and gorillas are so magnificent. It is amazing how close they will come to you. The sounds of the chimps even before sighting them is super exciting!! The gorillas are so enjoyable to watch as they just do their own thing or sometimes even approach to get a closer look at you.
The swamp/community walk in Kibale is also a must do. The banana beer and home grown coffee are definitely a must. We did not get time to visit the doctor and the basket weaving homes.
Anyway, if you are nervous about booking such an expensive trip, please be advised that you will have absolutely no issues with Gecko Safaris.
If you can afford it time and money wise, book the extra gorilla day. You will want to see 2 different families as they are all different in behavior and appearances!
Thanks again to all the staff at Gecko Safaris
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Email Linda | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent African Tour With Gecko Safaris Africa
We chose to visit Rwanda,DRC,Uganda and Masai Mara as an African safari was at the top of our travel list and a longtime trusted friend (Roger) who works and currently lives in Goma (DRC) invited us. He recommended us to Gecko Safaris Africa and we are very thankful we took his advise as our trip for 7 exceeded our expectations . Our tour started when our excellent guide/driver Muhindo picked us up in a New Toyota Land Cruiser safari vehicle at Kigali international airport. Muhindo is focused and knowledgeable guide who pays attention to all details in order to provide a memorable and safe experience. He is an intense, aware driver who is able to navigate the roads. In Congo roads are not that good with a lot pot-halls but with his skills we managed to visit all the attractions without problems, He proved many times that he is "The Best Tour Guide in Africa." For example, he spotted a leopard in a tree just before sunset from quite a distance and provided us with the thrill of fabulous close up photos/video. We visited,Kigali,Volcano national park,Virunga national park, nyiragongo, tchegera islands,lake mutanda,Bwindi national park,Queen Elizabeth national park ,Kibale national, Murchison falls national park, Lake Mburo National Park, Masai Mara National Park, Kidepo Valley National Park. We paid a total of about $26750 per person for this trip as We wanted upmarket accommodations and it was well worth it for 24 nights in Africa, I highly recommend Gecko Safaris Africa!
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Email Suzan | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent short trip with Gecko safaris Africa
We must've exhausted Monica with our scores of emails – she patiently answered everything and even met us at the airport to pay second half of trip fees. Wire transfer took weeks to process so don't panic! Our fantastic driver and guide – Jesse who waited for us at the airport although our flight delayed. honestly, there was nothing we could've asked for more - stops for pics, searches for specific gifts, and when we had a couple hours to kill they took us poolside to Hotel Rwanda in Kigali and picked up the lunch tab. The driving was very safe, the van downright plush and the accommodations at Bishops house the one of the most luxurious lodge in Kinigi (base for trekking at Volcano National Park) was superb. The trek itself defies words – but suffice to say it was magical. Rogers, our guide, was lovely and made the whole experience so memorable. Gecko safaris is highly recommended or such tours.
Email Wendy | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fantastic trip, local based company
I with My Fiance had really exceptional 12-days safari with Gecko safaris in Uganda and Kenya. We decided on this company because they offered us direct approach from the beginning – they helped us in planning our journey, gave many practical tips and took care of us from the moment we land in Entebbe airport. Our guide was Robert who took us his courtesy and professionalism. He was always smiling and helpful all the time . The time we spend in Bwindi ,kibale, Queen Elizabeth national park Masai Mara and Samburu was unforgettable. Robert could somehow find and show us the animals we wanted to meet the most. Observing all these beautiful animals from so close distance is breathtaking but I am convicted that trip of our dreams would not be so perfect without Gecko safaris. Thank you all very much and see you next time!
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Email Moitz | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Marvellous 18 days visit to Africa with Gecko Safaris Africa
We had a wonderful 18 day trip to Uganda,Rwanda,Congo DRC,Tanzania and Kenya and we visited places like the Murchison Falls, Queen Elizabeth NP, Kibale national park,Bwindi for Gorilla trekking, serengeti,masai mara,nyiragongo in virungas,golden monkey in volcano national park,kigali,kampala,ishasha with Gecko safaris Africa from May/4th-May/24th
Daniel was a wonderful & very knowledgeable guide, gave us more & more information of East Africa and hes a top class driver with good driving skills.
Monica, our contact in Gecko safaris Africa window was experienced, after received my requirement soon provided us detail itinerary & great price.
Due we choice mid range accommodations so have some lodge Wi-Fi weak, if need more good connect wifi lodge, The Toyota land cruisers was clean & safe.
Highly recommend this good company to all.
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Email Jan | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Gecko Safaris is highly recommended
We want to thank Gecko safaris Africa an the Team especially Monica the communications manager who was very swift an reliable information about Rwanda , Congo and Uganda. Our Guide Peter who was magnificent scenery, passionate and knowledgeable tour guide and the friendly and welcoming locals all combined to make a truly unforgettable experience. great accommodations in every national park , Are going to Africa ?? Book with Gecko Safaris and you won’t regret it!!!