Knowledgeable, thoughtful, reliable and fun!
I have visited South Africa many times. Since my first safari with Bongani in 2008, I have always chosen to ride with him (12 different years in total). Why? Because Bongani is the best there is. He manages to find the animals that everyone else is merely looking for, he listens to his passengers and makes decisions about the safari based on their wants and needs, he is incredibly knowledgeable about the animals and their behavior and he is warm and fun to be around. Recently, Bongani built his own lodge and I had the pleasure of staying there in May 2022. The rooms are first class--large and roomy with all the amenities. Outside is a pool and comfortable spaces for lounging, visiting and eating their excellent South African food and the lodge is in Bongani's village so that guests can walk around and enjoy village life. In addition, the lodge is only 15 minutes from Kruger Park; safaris are tiring and at the end of the day it is wonderful to get home to one's lodgings so quickly. When I return, I will definitely ride with and stay with Bongani. I guarantee that you will have a wonderful experience with Bongan Safaris too.