Encounter Africa Safaris
- Located In:
- Size:
- 5-10 employees (Founded in 2009)
- Member Of:
- Association of Uganda Tour Operators
- Tour Types:
- Custom budget tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $50 to $300 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
Great
Great experience with Encounter Africa Safaris, Simon (the guide) did a great job, I will recomend it!
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Email Martin Forman | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Can't ask for more or better
My wife and I spent 13 days around Uganda. Ambroise from African Encounter Safari was our driver and guide. He was not only nice and friendly but he was very knowledgeable about his countrie's history and fauna. He was not only concern for our well being but also made sure anything we might need was taken care of and we had only to worry to enjoy everything else. We set up our tour and hotels before arriving to Uganda but his suggestions for activities were often better options than ours inicial Plans. Overall it was a great experience and we feel lucky we got ambroise to become part of our trip and everlasting memories. Always greatful.
Memorable gorilla encounter!
The communication with the office was fantastic - chris answered all questions and we were able to receive the most affordable quote we found, with transparent and accurate billing break downs. Our guide, Rodgers, was professional and brought a positive manner to our trip. He, along with the whole encounter africa operation, ensured our trip was smooth and memorable. We had an awesome encounter with the gorillas in bwindi impenetrable rain forest! The accommodation was also great and the transfers could not be faulted. Would highly recommend A++
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Email Patrick und Caroline | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing tour and excellent service
The booking process and the service before the tour were excellent. The guides were very helpful and organized a great tour. We can recommend Encounter Africa Safaris very highly
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Email Jon | 65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Excellent communications, totally reliable, professional company that delivered the goods.
Communications exceeded expectations. Emails were often answered within 30 minutes, even on Sunday night Uganda time. All correspondence was clear without any issues. The payment system was straightforward, the driver was prompt and met us at our location in Mbarara (southeastern Uganda). He was courteous and was easy to talk with.
We chose a medium accommodation, and it was very nice. Excellent view, attractive rooms, good meals, comfortable beds, hot and cold water in the showers, good bed nets. I would actually feel uncomfortable if the accommodations were more upscale.
The safari itself delivered as promised. We had close viewing of a gorilla family for an hour, which is an amazing experience. The hike in was a bit slippery and steep, but was not overly difficult. On the trail we waited about an hour and 1/2 for the trackers to find the gorillas, and then it was straightforward to hike to the site.
Tipping at the park can be awkward, so be prepared with some cash for the trackers, the tour guide and for any porters that were of assistance. My only suggestion is that the issue of tipping should be addressed more openly.
I feel that this is a very reliable company, and I would recommend them without hesitation.
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Email Danielle | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
E.A.S. entire team was so helpful during our complete Uganda process!
Encounter Africa Safaris really helped our production suceed for our Uganda trip. They handled permitting, kits, local hires, transpo and lodging with ease and were extremely communicative throughout all of Pre pro. Once on the ground they were on site for any help we might’ve needed. I would definitely recommend them for any production looking to film in Africa!!
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Email Ross Brian | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Everything was perfect and went as planned. Special thanks to our driver, Abdul.
Everything was great. Our driver, Abdul, went above and beyond.
Email Daniel Hoskin | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
everything was pretty good
Had a week long trip through Rwanda and Uganda and didn't have any issues at any stage. I designed my own trip and had great communication before booking and plenty of information supplied to me. On the trip everything worked out with the hikes, accommodation and travel. If you are looking to explore East Africa, do it, it's one of my favourite in the world and if so, use encounter.
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Email Ulli Mayer | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
reliable and very fast responses to our questions
we had an amazing and exhausting trip to/with the gorillas. Ambrosi our driver was very nice and made the trip to/from Bwindi as confortabe as I could be. The lodge and meals were also very good, in summary a great experience.
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Email Charles | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Encounter Africa Safaris helped me to have an unforgettable adventure!
Before booking this trip, I did a lot of research on the different providers for gorilla treks. I noticed that Encounter Africa Safaris had uniformly excellent reviews. Having ultimately booked a trip through them, I can add my strong endorsement for their services!
It all starts with Chris in the front office! I wonder if he ever sleeps as he seemed to always respond to my emails within a very short time of my sending them. He was patient and helpful with my many questions.
The three day trip itself was wonderful. Hannington, my guide/driver, safely drove me from Kampala to the lodge in Bwindi Inpenetrable Forest. While the drive was 10-1/2 hours in length, including a lunch break, it was well worth it to see the beautiful and varied Ugandan countryside. The accommodations a Rushaga Gorilla Havens Lodge was in a stunning setting. While the room was simple, it was clean, comfortable and with an amazing view. Dinners were quite nice, and they will pack a lunch for you to take along on the gorilla trek.
The gorilla trek itself was the adventure of a lifetime. It was harder physically than I had expected, having had to climb some very steep slopes, but it was worth every minute. The one hour with the gorillas was something I will never forget. It is hard to put into words, but it was simply amazing to watch them in their natural habitat.
Hannington drove me to Kigali, Rwanda the next day. It is a little under five hours with beautiful scenery along the way. I think it was ideal to experience both Uganda and Rwanda during this three day trip!
My thanks to Encounter Africa Safaris for helping me to have an amazing experience!
