Cairo, Egypt
Feb 10 -13

KIGALI, RWANDA
feb 13 - 17

Nairobi, kenya
feb 17 - 20

Safari Extension
Feb 20 - 23

EAST AFRICA 2025

February 10 - 20

cairo

FEBRUARY 10 - 13

KIGALI

FEBRUARY 13 - 17

Nairobi

FEBRUARY 17 - 20

SAFARI EXTENSION

FEBRUARY 20 - 23

Meet the Hosts

who is this trip for?

This trip is for a highly curated group of tech / tech-adjacent entrepreneurs, investors, LPs, ecosystem builders, and executives.

Aspiring Geeks can apply for nomination, or be nominated by a Geeks tour alumnus.

  • Geeks who want to have a life-changing experience with like-minded peers while visiting some of the most interesting and exotic places in the world.

  • Investors and operators interested to learn about the tech ecosystem in East Africa.

  • VCs looking to meet and build connections with LPs in the region.

  • Founders looking to build connections and expand their network for mentorship, potential fundraising, and M&A.

  • Successful founders looking to pay it forward by mentoring other founders on the trip or in the cities we visit.

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TOUR ITINERARY

Itinerary is subject to change.

cairo

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 10
Geeks arrive in Cairo! Geeks check in to our luxury accommodations right on the Nile river, before attending a welcome dinner to meet our Hosts and fellow Geeks.

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 11
Learn about Egypt's tech ecosystem, hosted at the Greek Campus, an innovation hub located in the center of Cairo. Learn from the top VCs and industry leaders in Egypt about the investment scene, the impact of regional dynamics, the Egypt/ Saudi relationship, and more. Then grab dinner and do some shopping in historic Cairo's famous bazaar and souq, Khan el-Khalili.

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 12
Travel to the vibrant 5th Settlement neighborhood in Cairo for company visits, learning more from successful ventures in the ecosystem about their industry and experiences. We will be hosting a pitch event with local startups, giving the Geeks the opportunity to provide real time feedback and learn which industries are seeing the fastest startup growth.

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 13
Join us as we explore ancient Egypt through a tour of the Pyramids, a camel ride (optional), the Egyptian Museum, Al-Azhar Park, and more. Depart on an evening flight to Kigali, Rwanda.

KIGALI

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 14

Enjoy the day off, or explore the city of Kigali. Also known as "the land of a thousand hills," Rwanda is ranked as the safest country in all of Africa, and has a rich history to explore.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 15

Take a day trip from Kigali to see the gorgeous Volcanoes National Park. Join us for a Golden Chimpanzee tour or hike the summit of an active volcano. Or take the opportunity to do a gorilla trek, a truly remarkable experience to see this endangered species in their natural habitat (Gorilla trekking will have to be booked separately but we will provide transportation to and from the park).

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 16

On Sunday we are hosting a Geeks "Unconference," a day of internal Geeks workshops and learning sessions. Our trips bring together incredible, intelligent leaders in tech. This internal retreat day is our chance to learn from each other, present the projects we're working on, and discuss subjects we're passionate about, all in a beautiful location.

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 17

Meet at Norrsken House Kigali, the innovation of hub of Rwanda and home to the country's top VCs and founders. We are meeting with top government officials (perhaps the President himself!) to find out why Rwanda is being called the "Singapore of Africa," and hear the story Rwanda's growth - from conflict, to becoming the safest and cleanest country in Africa, and also the host of the Kigali International Financial Centre, positioning Rwanda as a financial services hub in East Africa. Fly in the evening to Nairobi.

Nairobi

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 18

Explore the Kenyan ecosystem through meetings with top VCs, founders, and executives. Enjoy dinner out in downtown Nairobi, and explore Nairobi's vibrant nightlife.

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 19

On Wednesday we have company visits in Nairobi, exploring the industries that are driving Nairobi's growth, followed by a startup pitch event. Enjoy our farewell dinner and say goodbye to your new Geek friends!

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 20

Fly out of Nairobi to your home countries (or continue your trip with us through the Safari Extension).

SAFARI EXTENSION

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 20

If you are extending your trip with us through the Safari Extension option, immerse yourself in the heart of Kenya's wildlife scene at a private conservancy adjacent to the world famous Masai Mara. Stay far from the crowds, where you can enjoy unlimited game drives and complete flexibility in your schedule. Relax in luxury tents, savor gourmet meals, and experience nature like never before. This secluded and intimate setting offers unmatched privacy in one of the world’s most breathtaking wildlife destinations. Tour attendees will take a short flight in the morning from Nairobi, then enjoy lunch before departing for an afternoon game drive.

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 21

Continue our safari experience near Masai Mara with unlimited game drives and great food.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 22

Continue our safari experience near Masai Mara. For anyone interested in booking it separately, you can enjoy a truly magical hot air balloon ride over the grasslands to see the wildlife from above.

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 23

Fly back to Nairobi, and depart for your next destinations.

  • Learn

    Learn from the top VCs and LPs in the region, unicorn founders, and senior government officials.

  • Access

    Meet with some of the most highly sought after tech leaders and government officials in the region and around the world.

  • Network

    Expand your global network by socializing with local investors, founders, and important ecosystem builders.

  • Connections

    Spend quality time and build deep connections with fellow geeks who are some of the most successful investors and serial entrepreneurs in the industry.

  • Geek Tok

    Attend private Geek Tok sessions, where we explore interesting topics among the geeks who are working on world-changing projects.

TOUR PRICE

full tour
(PRIVATE ROOM)

$9,850

  • Includes a private hotel room, with breakfast.

  • Tour participation fee covers hotels, venue, events, and ground transportation (unless otherwise specified in the itinerary).

full tour
(shared rooM)

$8,550

  • Includes shared hotel room with a fellow Geek, with breakfast.

  • Tour participation fee covers hotels, venues, events, and ground transportation (unless otherwise specified in the itinerary).

SAFARI EXTENSION
(Optional)

Immerse yourself in the heart of Kenya's wildlife scene at a private conservancy adjacent to the world famous
Masai Mara.

  • Ticket price includes all accommodation, flights to and from Nairobi, safari game drives with an English-speaking guide, and all taxes and fees.

  • SPACES ARE LIMITED - BOOK EARLY.

private room

$5,200

shared room

$4,200

The tour price does not include flights (besides the Safari Extension) or personal expenses. This tour has visa and vaccination requirements which you can read about here. We caution you not to sign up for this tour without understanding those requirements.

Upon sign-up, we'll share recommended flight schedules. You can then book your flights to join the group for an ultimate Geek experience.

For those joining for the Safari Extension:

Private conservancies are intentionally small to create a better experience. They only offer a limited number of private rooms, and the rest are shared rooms. If you want a private room, BOOK EARLY. When we have run out of private rooms, we will close the link to purchase and will only have shared rooms left.

Lodges on private conservancies fill up very quickly. If we do not get enough interest in the Safari Extension to book it in time, we may cancel the Extension. If we do, you will be refunded IN FULL for the Safari Extension.

Kindly review our cancellation policy before booking. As we pay upfront for hotels, travel agents, venues, and vendors from collected trip fees, refunds are not possible. It is strongly advised to secure trip insurance, such as RoamRight or other providers, for trip protection. We have no affiliation with RoamRight or other providers, so carefully review their policies before purchasing.

Meet the Geeks

Trip Terms & Conditions

All participants have to agree with the Cancellation & Refund Policy, and
Release & Waiver Agreement.

This tour has visa and vaccination requirements which you can read about here. We caution you not to sign up for this tour without understanding those requirements.