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
Email Megan | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
3 day gorilla tracking in Uganda
I would definitely recommend Encounter Safaris - myself and 2 friend used them for the 3 day gorilla tracking in Uganda and could not have been happier. We had great communication with Chris leading up to the safari and were picked up from our hotel at exactly when they said they would - which having spent 2 weeks in Africa previously, was pretty impressive! Our guide Hasan was kind, polite, knowledgable and a very good driver. The cabins we stayed at were great and the food was fantastic. The trek itself was amazing and very well organised, we were really lucky and found the gorillas in under 2 hours. Would really recommend a porter though! We had a great time with Encounter and found it great value for money,could definitely use again!
Email Heather | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unexpected greatness
My recent trip to Uganda was fantastic. I had my reservations as everything was booked over the net and even after receiving many communications I still worried WHAT I had actually booked. I had booked the trip eight months before going so upon arrival I had forgotten what was written in my itinerary. As I was travelling in Africa I was expecting "less than I was accustomed to," and was very pleasantly surprised by the professionalism and beautiful places I was taken to. My tour operator Bern was full of knowledge about most things I saw on and off the safaris. He was extremely punctual and organised so I didn't have to worry about anything on the trip and completely left myself in his very capable hands. The holiday was one of the most relaxing I have been on as everything was planned and done for me. Finding luxury in Africa was very unexpected but thoroughly enjoyable and very much appreciated.
Thank you Bern and Encounter
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Email Andrea Saavedra | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing experience, to have the opportunity to Watch the Gorillas in their enviaronment was Unique
At The begining I was affraid of booking and pay in advance the gorilla permition with I considered a little expensive, but after reading other reviews and checking the Auto website. I decided to choose encounter. They are very professional, they send me all the information which is important to read. They were on time and he lo me with all my requirents. In Bwindi is material of luck to walk a couple of hours or more Before finding the Gorillas but it is absolutly wonderful. I recomend to follow all instructions and take a Porter in my case was very very helo full.
Quick, efficient and friendly
Encounter Africa Safaris helped us secure necessary filming permit for Kampala. They were efficient, quick, know what they are doing and have very good communication back and forth.
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Email Matt | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
These guys know what they are doing
I was in Uganda for business. My job there depended on Encounter Africa Safaris being on point, on time, and on location when needed. Tolbert was all of these things and more. In addition to making sure our time there was smooth and as productive as possible, Tolbert also provided tons of useful information about people and places that we otherwise would not have known. I can not recommend them more for either safari or for news transportation services.
I primarily used their Fixer/Driver for Video Production - No Safari
As noted we used the "Fixer" portion of their business but Paul was very helpful in navigating the tricky Ugandan traffic. Most importantly we had no problem getting about $70,000 worth of production in and back out of the country without hassle. He was also very patient as many days he was on call for us but we didn't have much for him to do. It was a little hard to pay them initially but once we used Pesapal it was quite easy.
Email Lynneth Francios | 65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
African Encounter Safari went out of their way to make our trip pleasant, safe and memorable,
Our tour guide Joseph Kalanzi was superb, he did his utmost to make us very comfortable, his driving ability is in the highest regard, his sense of humour had us laughing on many occasions. His knowledge of the wildlife and the country in general is exemplary. Accommodation, although the guest houses were clean they were very basic especially the Crater Bay Cottages which were maybe one up from camping. The only thing to recommend this dwelling was the setting which was beautiful. The bathroom was appalling the bedroom not much better. The distances from the accommodation to the Chimpanzee and Gorilla camps was too far resulting in very early starts. The guides on all our excursions were very helpful and pleasant. All in all a very memorable and enjoyable trip.
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Email Regina | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Fantastic trip with experience of life time.
I really appreciated an excellent driving and care provided by the assigned guide/driver. His knowladge about the areas and overall a history of his country. The places whuch Encounter booked are fantastic, and I keep a wonderful memory of Ineke 's place RuwenZori in Fort Portal , and the lovely lake wiev from the balkony of Birdnest in Bunyonyi. Meeting gorillas is unforgetable experience, and touched my deepest feelings. I recommend to all the services of Encounter when planning your meeting with gorillas and chimps.
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Email Marco | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Friendly, reliable, on-time and sympathic
Everything was fine, nothing to complain. Joe was a funny guide, thanks ! Keep my socks ;-)
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Email Ulli | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
A great - once in a lifetime - experience
We have had an amazing time.
Chris was extremely helpful in the booking process.
Tolbert was a great guide with a good sense of humour and great knowledge about this beautiful country.
All of us three can highly recommend travelling with Encounter Africa Safaris.
If you're looking for a responsible company to trust, to adapt to your individual wishes, you are in very good hands with the team of Encounter Africa Safaris!
All choosen places have been wonderful and we loved that the local community have been always involved.
Thank you very much for this unique experiance. Thanks to Encounter Africa Safaris.