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All the flexibility, none of the rigidity, all of the support!

Small Group Adventures through Benin, Botswana, Burkina Faso, The Gambia, Ghana, Kenya, Malawi, Mali, Mozambique, Namibia, Rwanda, Senegal, South Africa, Swaziland, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe

Gecko's Africa holidays bring you vivid contrasts and complex extremes of wonderfully moving encounters with mesmerizing wildlife and a chance to interact with the local people. Experience Africa on holidays tours from 6 to 50 days covering Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Rwanda, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Namibia, Botswana, Swaziland, Malawi and South Africa.

Few places on earth have the power to captivate the senses and inspire the soul quite like Africa. A land of vivid contrasts, Africa promises mesmerising wildlife experiences, encounters with fascinating tribespeople and endless opportunities to broaden your horizons.

Africa is a continent worth getting excited about! Gecko's extremely knowledgeable crew of local leaders, drivers and cooks enables you to experience Africa at its most authentic as they were born and raised in the region and are passionate about showing you all that’s local.

Respect for local people and the environment is at the heart of all Gecko’s trips. Whether we are in Cape Town or Kigali, Gecko's aim is to minimise the impact on the environment and maximise respectful interaction with the local people and culture.

Travelling in spacious, custom-built safari vehicles will ensure a comfortable journey. Camp cooks will keep you well fed with delicious meals and superior camping equipment means you get a good night’s rest.

Gorilla permits are pre-purchased for all trips to ensure you don’t miss out and maximise time spent in game parks, so that you can get up close to Africa’s greatest attractions!

Gecko's gives you incredible experiences. Drift silently in a traditional dugout canoe as you spot wildlife in the world’s largest inland delta, the Okavango. Witness the phenomenal ‘smoke that thunders’ at Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe. Keep your eyes open for the ‘Big Five’ – buffalo, elephant, leopard, lion and rhino – at the world renowned Kruger National Park. The African Overlander adventures are classic journeys ticking off the must-see sights as well as showc asing some of Africa’s best kept secrets. Bask in the sun and enjoy the tropical waters of Lake Malawi. Trek through Parc National des Volcans or Bwindi Impenetrable Forest and get up close to the magnificent mountain gorillas. You can watch as the colours shift with the light and the wind alters the shape of the highest sand dunes in the world in Namibia...

Each trip features the melting pot of cultures that is Africa - and each destination is sure to have you dancing to the rhythm of the African drums!

Fundamental to a Gecko’s experience is local knowledge and interaction, giving you real insight into life on the ground - the perfect approach for many travellers who are after simple, but clean and comfortable accommodation, basic transport, remote places, street food and local cultures. It’s an intrepid traveller’s dream; all the independence you want, with all the support of an experienced, well-networked organisation such as Gecko’s.

Adventure to the heart and soul, with freedom and flexibility
Gecko’s adventures are about getting to the heart and soul of the country. Many are designed for younger travellers and it can be all go or easy going! The most important thing is that you have an open mind, a sense of adventure and an easy-going attitude.

The trips are packed with highlights, so you see as much as possible – but Gecko’s is great at leaving plenty of time for you to chill out and watch the world go by.
Most Gecko’s travellers consider themselves independent travellers, rather than typical group travellers; Gecko’s is not a typical group tour organisation – freedom and flexibility are fundamental.

Groups are usually made up of about nine travellers, the maximum being 16 people in this particular region. You’ll find sharing your adventure is part of the fun, which is especially good news for single travellers who are bound to make new friends.

Support and respect for local people and the environment is at the heart of all Gecko’s trips. Not only is ‘going local’ the best way for you to have a real travel experience, but also working with local people and supporting their businesses means that the economic benefit remains with these communities.

Private Adventures
If you wish to have your own private Gecko’s adventure with your family, friends, school group or club, with your own private tour leader, Gecko’s has a team of people dedicated to this. You can either choose one of the itineraries listed in our brochure, or modify it to suit your needs.

With a combination of over 30 years' experience in the travel industry, Gecko’s includes as much as possible - and there are no hidden costs; everything can be paid for up-front.

A Gecko’s itinerary makes sure you visit the ‘must see’ sights plus gives you plenty of free time to do your own thing. All the flexibility, none of the rigidity, all of the support!