Viva Safaris

4.9/5 – 287 Reviews

$804 to $840 pp (USD)
This tour is offered in ZAR. Show rate in ZAR

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Viva Safaris

4.9/5  
(287 Reviews)
Office In:
South Africa South Africa
Size:
50-100 employees (Founded in 1991)
Member Of:
Southern Africa Tourism Services Association
Tour Types:
Mid-range tours that, when possible, use accommodations owned and operated by them
Destinations:
South Africa ZA
Viva Safaris team look forward to seeing you soon!

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From humble beginnings in 1991, Viva Safaris has become the most sought after tour operator servicing the Kruger National Park. We are completely self-sufficient and highly experienced….we own our lodges; we have our own fleet of transfer and game viewing vehicles; our own rangers; our own chefs and managers. Our safaris vary from cost effective two night lodge/tent safaris to 5 star luxury lodge safaris. Our diversity of wildlife safari experiences easily beat those of any competitor.

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Pat was incredible. Knowledge, informative and very pleasant. Very quick to respond to questions.
5/5

We booked a 4 night, 5 day, safari experience and arrived with very high expectations. Our expectations were met and even outdone. From the first pickup from Sandton, we were greeted warmly by a great driver by the name Welcome 😁. Then a pleasant drive to the park (with a yummy lunch break), where we were again welcomed warmly and straight out into the action. Our very first exciting viewing was a pride of lionesses. And from there, we were overwhelmed with incredible sightings. By the end of day 2, we were lucky seeing all big 5. An unforgettable rush of adrenaline following a leopard must be mentioned too. The following days were no less exhilarating with sightings of wild dogs and black rhinos. Every delicious breakfast and dinner was served by an amazingly warm team whom deserve a lot of credit. The guide team, Luke, Rocky, Victor, Raymond, Nadine, Quentin ....words do not do justice, you guys are the best of the best. Your knowledge, passion and friendliness shine bright. Thanks for an incredible time. We will be back, without a doubt.

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5/5

Very good for the price and quality. Very professional looking.

Efficient, Organised, Friendly
4/5

Hello all, my partner and I spent 6 days in Kruger with Viva Safaris and it was a wonderful experience! From pick up, to drop off, to stops made along the way to Kruger (to change transport etc), it was very well organised. The lodge is situated in an excellent area for game viewing, with majority of good sightings being done on our more local morning and evening game drives.
The staff are very welcoming and friendly, special shout out to Smiley who was with us for the majority of our trip. WOW! He made sure our needs were met, and tried his absolute best to get us the best viewings. Thank you to all the staff from the kitchen, as well as Luke, Nadine, Rocky, Raymond and Victor also. The days to Kruger are long, driving there is 1.5 hours roughly, and same back. As this was the highlight of our trip and many other guests, I would really like to recommend that vehicles leave a lot earlier. You arrive at Kruger around 10am, and by this point, a lot of viewings have already taken place. We saw all of the Big 5, as well as painted dog and many more wonderful animals. The food was good, we didn't go hungry at all, and the schedules were well planned. Again, just if there was one change, we would have loved to have actually spent 'full days' in Kruger if this was possible. We would highly recommend Viva Safaris overall.

An unforgettable experience
5/5

There are no words able to describe the emotions we felt during the three days at the Tremisana Lodge. Experiencing the wildness, looking for the animals in the bushes, stargazing one of the clearest night sky in the world. Those are experiences that make you feel alive.
The sunset cruise was an incredible adventure. Having dinner in the middle of nowhere, with the company of an elephant and just a fence dividing you from the wild life was awesome.
The day at Kruger? It felt like being in one of those National Geographic kind of documentaries, but in first person. Our ranger was very professional, always trying to let us take the perfect shots of the wild life, as well as keeping us safe. We never felt in danger during the safari.
The sunrise cruise was quite a rush but worth it. You can see the animals awakening and starting their daily routines. We were lucky with the weather and manage to observe an outstanding sunrise. Do you know the opening scene of The Lion King? That is the kind of thing you will experience.
The lodge was the best compromise between comfort and wildness. There isn't much choice for the food but one have also to keep in mind that the village is literally in the middle of nowhere, so one should never expect to have a restaurant-type of experience in such case. The room was clean and the shower provides hot water. The people working at the lodge, as well as the rangers, are all very kind and professional. They properly take care of you.
Totally recommended if one wants to have a safari experience.

Overall great Safari with the best group and guides!
5/5

Our 6-day safari with Viva Safaris in Kruger National Park was absolutely phenomenal. From start to finish, everything was meticulously organized, ensuring a seamless and stress-free adventure. The accommodations were comfortable and perfectly complemented the safari atmosphere, making it easy to immerse ourselves in the wild surroundings. We could even spot animals like giraffes, elephants, hippos, hyaenas and warthogs from the lodge.

The number of game drives was impressive, with plenty of opportunities to explore both the private Olifant Reserve and the Kruger Park. Each drive brought new thrills, thanks to the fantastic guides who shared fascinating insights about the animals and their habitats.

A special shoutout to Smiley, whose fun and easygoing personality kept the vibes high during our drives and bush walks. Rocky was another standout, a talented spotter who made our sunrise drive unforgettable by finding a rhino and later tracking down an entire lion family in Kruger. And then there’s Nadine, who wowed us by spotting a chameleon at night—her passion for wildlife truly shines through in everything she does.

Overall, Viva Safaris exceeded our expectations in every way. If you’re looking for an adventure that’s as informative as it is exciting, I highly recommend booking with them. We’ll definitely be back! And yes, we have seen all big five :)

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