Kanyezi Africa Safari
- Located In:
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United States
- Size:
- 1-5 employees (Founded in 1983)
- Tour Types:
- Mid-range & luxury tours with set start dates and a fixed itinerary
- Destinations:
Reviews
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Email Brandon | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Trip of a lifetime!
Words cannot describe the emotional high we experienced while on safari. It was other worldly! The shear number of animals we saw was incredible and the fact that we could almost touch some of the animals was breathtaking. We could not have asked for a better trip. From our liaison Chip, to our guide Steph, to our tracker, the cooks, and waitstaff. Each and every employee was an absolute joy. Each employee provided the best care of our needs and you could tell that they loved their jobs. We had two, three hour safari rides each day. Each ride provided us with a zoology lesson on the animals and environment that was amazing. Our guide Steph is truly an amazing person and she taught and shared her passion with us all so much that we are forever changed by the experience. The food was amazing as well. There were a half dozen chefs that prepared the most amazing meals and dishes. Our rooms were amazing, from the oversized bed to the huge bathroom and shower, this was like a second honeymoon for my wife and I. A few animal highlights....leopards mating, lions feeding at night, elephant herds that passed us within 10 feet, hippos, rhinos, puff adder, so many species of birds, giraffes, wildebeests, kudu, impala, dwarf mongoose, and a dung beetle rolling his poop ball looking for a female to mate ;) But the highlight was on our last day. Four lions in the daylight out walking through the safari. Steph positioned the jeep so that they walked by us twice. They were within 6 feet. We could hardly breath. They were they most amazing animals. I still get filled with joy as I think about the experience. If you want to experience the most amazing trip choose Kanyezi Africa Safari. I will be taking my family back one day.
Fabulous!!!!
Africa......it’s been on my bucket list for a long time. First Kenya, then Tanzania, but then I found the Kanyezi tour for South Africa and Victoria Falls. Decided right then and there....this was it. Took the business class option. Basically flew first class on Qatar Airlines which was to die for. I had never been issued pj’s before. Service and comfort was impeccable. Met at airport, just as stated my Manie, greatest guy ever. Flowers in hand, we proceeded to our hotel, Spier, in Stellenbosch. I see ‘why’ for Stellenbosch. It’s is beautiful. Wine tasting, tours of Cape Town, Cape Point, feeding ostriches, and even a fabulous beachside picnic crashed by a hug baboon. Chris and Manie worked continuously to cater to our needs. Then on to Sabi Sabi Bush lodge. OMGosh! Luxury and beauty tied with a ribbon. Safaris twice a day with a walking safari in the middle. Zwa and Philos, guide and tracker, knew so much about the the animals, the vegetation, the stars, the history, everything you could possibly want to know. I figured up that they fed us seven times a day!! Chip was our Kanyezi host at Sabi Sabi and he took excellent care of us....all twenty that were on the April Safari. All you had to do was voice a ‘want’ and presto, it was there. On to Victoria Falls, via a one night stay in Johannesburg, which was a learning experience in itself. Beautiful airport and the hotel/casino area was HUGE. Vic Falls with helicopter ride, river boat excursion and the walk along the falls was so interesting. Thanks to the Kanyezi staff and especially our fellow travelers, what a fabulous trip.
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Email Barry | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Seamless
Saw everything imaginable... Great time - saw all the big 5 and some
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Email Mike | 65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
We were well cared for and the safari experience was top notch.
We enjoyed our tour of Capetown and surrounds and our trip to Cape Hope. The transfers all went smoothly and we thought the safari camp was great. The Victoria falls were stunning and well worth the visit.
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Email Larry & Joan | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very helpful & personable.
We enjoyed our trip immensely. Saw all the animals we expected & more. Everything was awesome. We would highly recommend this. Felt very spoilt.
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Email Tom P | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
An awesome experience
An amazing adventure with a great team of experts.... awesome trips in the Western Cape, Stellenbosch Valley and Cape Town followed by the greatest part of the adventure in the Sabi Sands area of Kruger National Park. The safaris and animal sightings, up close, were breathtaking. We took over 4000 pictures during our trip. The Spier Wine Estate in the Cape area and the Sabi-Sabi Lodge in Kruger are truly fantastic locations.
We topped it off with an extension to Victoria Falls, a helicopter ride and river cruise which were breathtaking. This was definitely the trip of a lifetime. The Rangers and guides in Sabi are outstanding and our Kanyezi guides of Chris and Manie in Cape Town and Chip in Kruger were just excellent. You cannot go wrong with this amazing trip and team.
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Email 924Lee | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Exciting, lavish trip to South Africa
April 2019 South Africa Safari with Kanyezi. Wonderful accommodations at 1692 Spier about 30 minutes from Cape Town and at Sabi Sabi Bush lodge in Reserve/Kruger. Sabi Sabi Bush had knowledgeable guides and trackers - I couldn't imagine better! The staff provided excellent service; the rooms were spacious and the beds more comfortable than most American beds.I Loved that Kanyezi gave me the option to upgrade my flights to biz class which made my 25-30 hours of flying time pleasant and comfortable. Sleeping on the flight kept my jet lag to a minimum. the Spier was fabulous and the location afforded our group the options of touring the Cape of Good Hope, the Cheetah Center, Stollenbosch, and Cape Town, all within a short distance. Kanyezi provided two sprinter vans for our group which allowed everyone to see the side views and in front of us (larger tour buses don't let anyone see where they're going when they have high seats).For me, it was a bonus to have Chris, one of the owners of Kanyezi, as our driver and guide in Cape Town. I liked that we were treated like adults and not herded around - we had ample opportunities to be on our own to explore both Cape Town and the surrounding areas. In Sabi Sabi, we had activities all day into dinner with daily guided walking safaris in our small group of six. We saw Rhino, Elephants and Water Buffalo while walking - what a thrill - and always safe. I would use Kanyezi again for a South African trip.
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Email Chris and Barb | 65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Incredible experience
We were a family of four traveling to South Africa with Kanyezi. We were greeted by Manie at the airport with flowers in hand. We arrived at Spier Winery where we were escorted by a very professional and friendly staff to our beautiful suite. We spent 5 days there enjoying the property( including multiple spa treatments) as well as the day trips with Chris. We got just a taste of South Africa but Chris was extremely knowledgeable, providing great commentary on the history and all that SA has to offer.
We then headed to Sabi Sabi Bush Lodge. The recommendation by Kanyezi’s to fly, instead of drive, was well worth the extra cost. Sabi Sabi itself was all we hoped it would be. Everything was 5 star, from the rooms to the food to the service. We cannot say enough about the game drives and bush walks. Daniel and Creamson made an incredible experience even more memorable.
From there we traveled to Victoria Falls. We were afraid we would be disappointed after Sabi Sabi , but Victoria Falls was impressive on its own.
We would highly recommend traveling with Kanyezi for an incredible experience.
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Email Carolyn | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Africa Trip Cape Town Kruger Park & Victoria Falls
Just finishing my April 2019 two week trip arranged by Kanyezi African Safaris. Cape Town, Sabi Sabi Bush Lodge and Victoria Falls. I traveled solo and I felt very comfortable and safe. A friend had recommended Sabi Sabi Bush Lodge that Kanyezi offered. She had mentioned how fabulous it was and definitely that is true. The Cape Town Tour was great seeing all the sights and Spier winery is a lovely place. The Sabi Sabi Bush Lodge was the highlight!! Amazing and truly an adventure everyone should do!! Be ready to be spoiled. Eat fabulous food and Safaris morning and evening to see the animals. The drivers and trackers are exceptional!! They can track the animals and are in contact with each other to make sure you get to see as much as possible. Kanyezi African Safaris arranged everything very nicely and answered emails and questions promptly.
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Email Vera | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Incredible!
What a wonderful experience! Better than I ever expected.
We landed in Johannesburg late in the evening and were delighted to see that our Kanyazi tour guide was waiting for us.
He navigated us through the airport, the money exchange and got us to our hotel. The next morning we were taken to the airport to fly to Sabi Sabi.
I left a purse in the hotels breakfast room in Johannesburg. Our guide spent several hours and countless phone calls tracking it down.
He was always available for questions and helped make the time at Bush Lodge in Sabi Sabi effortless.
The staff, food, room and safari was exceptional. Everyone was so friendly and willing to do whatever they could to make our stay a good one. The Ranger and Tracker were filled with lots of information and interesting anecdotes. They were Super!
Before leaving for Victoria Falls we were provided with information about our transition to Zimbabwe.
Our Kanyezi guide did not accompany us. We were met by a guide from another company who saw to our needs whilst there.
The hotel in Zimbabwe was not as nice as Sabi Sabi. It was however adequate.
All in all I had an incredible vacation. Thanks to Sabi Sabi, Zimbabwe and Kanyazi Travel.