The Gecko Guide

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About the gecko guide - safaris and travel, Mpumalanga, Gauteng, Johannesburg, Pretoria, South Africa
We at the Gecko Guide provide our clients with the services and amenities afforded to tourists all over the world. In doing this, we will show you all the sights and sounds of an African safari combined with the tranquil settings of mountain lodges. We offer a wide range of safari tours of the Mpumalanga area. During transit and spare time we offer day tours and shopping excursions in the Gauteng area.

Endangered Wildlife Trust - conserving African wildlife, based in South AfricaNationally recognised luxury lodges and personally selected areas of interest have been chosen, so that your ease and comfort is ensured. A percentage of the profits of each tour is donated to the Endangered Wildlife Trust to promote and ensure the survival of our environment and ecotourism.
Cheetah seen on tour with The Gecko Guide - guided safaris in Mpumalanga and Gauteng, South Africa - exotic travel destinations, accommodation, hotels, trout fishing, cultural experiences, hot air ballooning, vehicle hire, Kruger Park, ranger wildlife conservation training, Johannesburg, Pretoria.
DeWildt Cheetah Centre

About the Gecko Guide - safaris and travel, Mpumalanga, Gauteng, Johannesburg, Pretoria, South Africa
Our safaris are aimed at the person who wants to experience the African bush without forsaking any luxuries. Experienced guides and trackers provide invaluable knowledge. We offer a variety of contrasting experiences - from walking trails to balloon safaris.

Safari Rates
    Valid until
31 Oct 1998
Valid until
31 Oct 1999
MP050 Kruger Park Experience ZAR2943 / USD490 ZAR3584/ USD597
  3 Days: single supplement ZAR250 ZAR366
MP051 Safari-Mountain Experience ZAR4301 / USD716 ZAR4581/ USD764
  4 Days: single supplement ZAR538 ZAR500
MP052 Safari-Trout Experience ZAR9486 / USD1581 (TBA)
  5 Days: single supplement ZAR2895 (TBA)
MP053 The Exclusive Experience ZAR7613 / USD1268 (TBA)
  6 Days: single supplement ZAR1400 (TBA)
MP054 The Blue Diamond Experience ZAR11747 / USD1957 (TBA)
  7 Days: single supplement ZAR3766 (TBA)
MP055 The Ranger Training Experience ZAR4618 / USD770 (TBA)
  4 Days: single supplement ZAR1400 (TBA)
MP056 The Private Safari Experience NEW! ZAR5696/ USD950
  4 Days: single supplement   ZAR1080
MP057 The Private Club Safari Experience NEW! (TBA)
  4 Days: single supplement   (TBA)
MP058 The Safari-Kruger Experience NEW! (TBA)
  5 Days: single supplement   (TBA)
MP059 The Extended Kruger Experience NEW! (TBA)
  6 Days: single supplement   (TBA)
MP060 The Extended Safari Experience NEW! (TBA)
  6 Days: single supplement   (TBA)
MP061 The Private Trout Experience NEW! (TBA)
  4 Days: single supplement   (TBA)


Cultural experience with The Gecko Guide - guided safaris in Mpumalanga and Gauteng, South Africa - exotic travel destinations, accommodation, hotels, trout fishing, cultural experiences, hot air ballooning, vehicle hire, Kruger Park, ranger wildlife conservation training, Johannesburg, Pretoria.
Lesedi Cultural Village
Also available are a wide range of day tours which will entertain you and inform you about the Gauteng region. Tours range from balloon safaris to cultural villages, where your taste buds will be enticed by traditional flavours.

Visit a gold mine or view the workings of a diamond mine. Explore a cheetah breeding centre and witness how man is winning the battle to stop the extinction of endangered animals such as the cheetah, African wild dog and nyala. Historical pursuits are also catered for in our tours of Johannesburg and Pretoria.

Day Tours
    Valid Until
31 Oct 1998
Valid Until
31 Oct 1999
Half day tours:
GP010 Johannesburg City Tour: 31/2 hours ZAR171/USD30 ZAR204/USD37
GP011 Pretoria City Tour: 31/2 hours ZAR242/USD44 ZAR270/USD50
GP012 De Wildt Cheetah Research Centre: 31/2 hours (Tues, Thurs, Sat, Sun only) ZAR303/USD55 ZAR369/USD67
GP013 Gold Reef City: 31/2 hours ZAR187/USD34 ZAR231/USD42
GP014 Cullinan Diamond Mine: 31/2 hours ZAR275/USD50 ZAR297/USD54
GP015 Balloon Safari: 5 hours ZAR986/USD179 ZAR1150/USD209
GP016 Shopping Excursions: 5 hours (Tues-Sun only) ZAR149/USD27 ZAR176/USD32
GP017 Rosebank Flea Market: 21/2 hours (Sun only) ZAR105/USD19 ZAR115/USD21
GP020 Diamond Wholesaler Visit ZAR65/USD12 ZAR88/USD16
Full day tours:
GP018 Lesedi Cultural Village: 5 hours (lunch incl) ZAR358/USD65 ZAR435/USD79
GP019 Sun City-Pilanesberg ZAR413/USD75 ZAR495/USD90

On tour with The Gecko Guide - guided safaris in Mpumalanga and Gauteng, South Africa - exotic travel destinations, accommodation, hotels, trout fishing, cultural experiences, hot air ballooning, vehicle hire, Kruger Park, ranger wildlife conservation training, Johannesburg, Pretoria.At the end of a long journey, be it flying or travelling by train, the last thing you want is to be stuck at a train station, airport or hotel. Let us transfer you door-to-door in our luxury vehicles to arrive safely at your destination while enjoying a complimentary refreshment en route. The Gecko Guide offers a range of door-to-door transfers from the airport, hotel or rendezvous point to most destinations in Gauteng, Mpumalanga and North West Province.

Our most popular destinations are the following:

Johannesburg International to:

Sandton ZAR95/USD17 ZAR115/USD21
Downtown Johannesburg ZAR95/USD17 ZAR115/USD21
Pretoria ZAR138/USD25 ZAR176/USD32
Sun City ZAR303/USD55  
Magaliesberg ZAR165/USD30 ZAR292/USD53
Nasrec ZAR105/USD19 ZAR115/USD21
Airport Hotel ZAR65/USD12 ZAR88/USD26
Midrand ZAR105/USD19 ZAR121/USD22
Bruma ZAR75/USD14 ZAR88/USD16

Johannesburg to Mpumalanga:

Skukuza ZAR413/USD75 ZAR(TBA)/USD102
Nelspruit ZAR303/USD66 (TBA)/USD78
Malelane ZAR413/USD75 (TBA)/USD93
Sabi Sands Complex ZAR413/USD75 (TBA)/USD102
Manyeleti Complex ZAR413/USD75 (TBA)/USD102
Timbavati Complex ZAR413/USD75 (TBA)/USD102
Pilgrim's Rest ZAR303/USD55 (TBA)/USD79
Dullstroom ZAR215/USD39 (TBA)/USD58
Phalaborwa ZAR413/USD75 (TBA)/USD102
Satara ZAR457/USD83 (TBA)/USD118

Budget Rent a CarAll tours and transfers featured are general guides to what we have to offer, so do not hesitate to contact us to arrange a tailor-made package according to your needs.

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For further information and reservations, contact us at:

Tel: +27 (11) 615-8806
Fax: +27 (11) 615-8807
Address: P O Box 1001, Edenvale, 1610, South Africa.


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