The Gorilla Trek

Traveler Reviews

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  Sherry

  May 19th, 2025
  5.0
  The gorilla trek was a great way to see much of Africa on a limited budget. It was nice that we could occasionally...
  The gorilla trek was a great way to see much of Africa on a limited budget. It was nice that we could occasionally upgrade our tent accommodations if wanted. And we could choose the activities we wanted to do. I met some great people and highly recommend Absolute Africa!Show more
  Traveled in July 2024
  

  Reply from: Absolute Africa

  Many thanks for your review Sherry and glad you enjoyed The Gorilla Trek tour with us. Feel free to get in touch any time if you would like to head back out and see another part of the route!

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  Rachel

  March 20th, 2025
  5.0
  THE Most amazing thing I've done in my life, pushed myself totally out of my comfort zone and did things I can only...
  THE Most amazing thing I've done in my life, pushed myself totally out of my comfort zone and did things I can only now think of as amazing memories. From putting up our tents at lovely campsites, being on the overland truck for hours with beautiful scenery, White water kayaking, gorilla trekking, safari in the Masai Mara, rhino trekking, basket weaving its been epic. We had the best trip leader Nash and driver Steve keeping us safe and in check the whole time, good food and company my tour friends wow, I've had such a laugh. Thankyou sooooo much, I will remember forever and cherish this special time xxxShow more
  Traveled in February 2025
  

  Reply from: Absolute Africa

  Many thanks, Rachel, for leaving your review. Sounds like you got the very best out of your overlanding adventure! We have passed on your comments to Nash and Steve and wish you all the best with your future travels.

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  Maryke

  September 20th, 2024
  5.0
  I highly recommend this trip with Absolut Africa. Pete, our guide, and Dave, the best driver, were so efficient.
  Traveled in July 2024
  

  Reply from: Absolute Africa

  Thank you for your review, Maryke. We are happy to hear you enjoyed your tour and will pass on your comments to Pete and Dave :)

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  Ai-Linh

  May 3rd, 2017
  4.5
  Great experience. I had the time of my life. The truck and crew were great. The tours offered and info given was...
  Great experience. I had the time of my life. The truck and crew were great. The tours offered and info given was spot on.Show more
  Traveled in April 2017
  

  Reply from: Absolute Africa

  Thanks so much for leaving your comments, Ai-Linh, and we are very happy to hear you had such a fab time on the Gorilla Trek tour. Please do think of us in future if you want to come back to see some more of Africa!

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  Karri

  February 26th, 2016
  5.0
  This is the second trip we've done with Absolute Africa, 9 years apart, and we certainly weren't disappointed this...
  This is the second trip we've done with Absolute Africa, 9 years apart, and we certainly weren't disappointed this time around either. From the great communication before we left, to our amazing tour leader Philippa, wonderful driver Steve and fun like minded truck buddies, it really was a dream trip come true. The truck was comfortable and spacious, the tents were great quality, the sleeping mats meant we slept better than at home. The animals, the people, the places, the activities, the fun times...made for a trip we'll never forget. Oh and dont forget the food, there was no chance of going without, with delicious meals and lots of variety put on by mama Philippa. Thanks so much to everyone, and we can't wait to get back to Africa and to trek with Absolute Africa again!Show more
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  Traveled in October 2015
  

  Reply from: Absolute Africa

  Thanks for your feedback Karri, always lovely to hear people's experiences with us :) Philippa and Steve will love to hear you had such a great time! Hope to see you again on one of our trucks soon

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  Hannah

  July 19th, 2015
  4.5
  Amazing experience!! Well run tour with fabulous guide Joe and driver Steve. Great tour group and awesome activities....
  Amazing experience!! Well run tour with fabulous guide Joe and driver Steve. Great tour group and awesome activities. Was recommended to me by a friend and I highly recommend Absolute Africa toursShow more
  Traveled in June 2015
  

  Reply from: Absolute Africa

  Thanks for leaving such a lovely review, we are so pleased to hear you had a lovely time and will for sure pass your comment on to Joe and Steve.

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  Marco

  December 13th, 2014
  4.5
  This tour was fantastic and I will remember it with a smile for the rest of my life. Especially our tour guide Vee...
  This tour was fantastic and I will remember it with a smile for the rest of my life. Especially our tour guide Vee was amazing. After a while we started to call her Mum and she truely was it for the whole tour. She was always smiling, had a great spirit and if there was a problem, she had a resolution right away. No matter what time of days it was, she had always a friendly ear for our little or even bigger problems and worries. Not to forget our driver, Angelo. Even after long day of driving he had a smile on his face and was offering help if needed. And even on a very early morning he was already up and greeting you with a warm "Good morning". When Vee was our Mum, he was our Pa. The truck and the equipment were in good shape considering the harsh conditions it's operated in. I really liked the tents, they were spacious and easy to handle. The only thing I wasn't completly happy about were the roll up tarps of the truck. On one side it provided a great panoramic view to both sides of the truck during game drives and sightseeing, but on long drives, you have to decide very careful if and which tarps you leave open. Otherwise it can be really windy in the truck. Also, the truck isn't the ideal vehicle for a game drive. Sometimes it would have been easier with a smaller safari jeep. The intinary of the tour was as described on the homepage and the assistance and booking process was without any problem and very friendly. Since I was one of the few who were leaving the truck after "only" three weeks it was very hard for me to say good bye to the others in Kigali. I wished I could have continued with them...Show more
  Traveled in August 2014
  

  Reply from: Absolute Africa

  Thank you so much for leaving such a lovely review, we are pleased you enjoyed the Absolute safari and it's lovely to hear that Vee and JB made it special for you! We hope you have some great memories!

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  Maciej

  November 23rd, 2011
  4.5
  We booked the Gorilla Trek with Absolute Africa after reading the reviews ourselves and not being able to find any...
  We booked the Gorilla Trek with Absolute Africa after reading the reviews ourselves and not being able to find any negative reviews about this company and the products it offers. Though we were a bit skeptical about what we would get for the price we paid we were incredibly surprised and the great value for the money offered by this tour operator. A couple of us have traveled with another African operator in the past, for a lot more money, and have found that they do not even begin to compare with the standard of treks offered by Absolute Africa. Our guide was amazing, always smiling, incredibly well organized and efficient. Our driver was courteous and very safe. Not once during the entire 3 week trek did we ever feel like our lives were in danger. The trek was brilliantly organized and the food, prepared by our own trek members, phenomenal. We even had t-bone steaks for dinner one night, a complete surprise!!! My parent's, who are in their sixties, also enjoyed themselves immensely and were treated as equals among all the members of our group, most of whom where half their age. Though completely new, we found the tents a bit small for 2 people and had wished they were a bit larger. Being 192 cm tall I found it difficult to stretch while lying inside without one of my extremities touching the tent walls, which at night would often become wet. Aside from an "all-or-nothing" ventilation concept in the truck, that's the only other thing we would like to see change. The rest was all fantastic!! Overall, a phenomenal experience which we will continue in a couple of years along the remainder of the route. Would recommend to anyone willing to live an adventurous life!!!Show more
  Traveled in October 2011
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  Stephanie

  January 5th, 2011
  4.5
  Guide did a perfect job, sorted everything for the group. Everyday introductions what to expect of the next day, how...
  Guide did a perfect job, sorted everything for the group. Everyday introductions what to expect of the next day, how to be behave in certain situations. Driver was great as well, drove safely and was always there to lend a hand. Been lucky, since the group was very homogene and got along very well. Loved the international experience. Countries visited were great, especially Rwanda and Uganda, what a lushy joy they are. Campsides stayed were nice, expected less hot showers or let's say I didn't expect too much showers anyways. But facilities were good. Would do it again. Actually I am thinking of doing the Namibia Nomad sometime soon. Been a pleasure to travel with Absolute.Show more
  Traveled in November 2010