Bongani the owner of Bongan Safaris.
Bongan Safaris
- Located In:
- Size:
- 5-10 employees (Founded in 2013)
- Member Of:
- Southern Africa Tourism Services Association
- Tour Types:
- Customizable private tours and fixed group tours
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $138 to $166 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
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Email Moritz | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Warm Hospitality and Professionalism in a Lovely Village Setting
A wonderful place to stay in a charming village! The accommodation was lovely, and the hosts were warm, welcoming, and incredibly hospitable. They put great effort into making our experience authentic and memorable. The safari tours were expertly organized, with a professional touch that made us feel safe and fully immersed in the environment. I wholeheartedly recommend this place – it’s a perfect blend of comfort, authenticity, and outstanding service!
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Email Maria | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing experience
Bongan Safari offers a captivating and immersive experience for those looking to connect with Africa’s breathtaking wildlife and landscapes. The safari guides are not only knowledgeable about the flora and fauna but are also deeply passionate, ensuring that guests gain a deeper understanding of the natural environment.
Hausas are clean and the pool is nice - perfect spot to relax after the whole day at Kruger Park.
I highly recommend this place.
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Email Mateusz | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing time in amazing place with amazing people
Had an amazing experience with Bongan and his crew. Frank made a great effort to help us see the big five, we almost drove to Mozambique to finally find the rhino 😅
This family business just seems full of possitive energy, it was the first time I've woken up at 5am with a huge smile on my face.
Houses are very clean and fresh with good A/C. Pool is nice and the ladies are cooking absolutely superb food for dinners.
I would recommend this place to anyone. When we arrived, Bongan was our host - when we were leaving, he was already a family 😊
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Email Jannie | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
The perfect accommodation!
Everything is very good. Close to Kruger, nice people, good food and it is clean. Also very special is the rural village you will stay in. If you ask for a change in the program, it is no problem. Mr Bongani and his staff are doing everything to make this the perfect trip for you. So, book your safari with Bongan safari!
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Email William S. | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Bongan was very accommodating, a great host, and an overall pleasure to deal with.
Our entire trip to Bongani's lodge and his arranged safari trips were perfect. Charlie, our guide, worked very hard to get us to see as many animals as possible and he delivered (we only missed the leopard), but saw a cheetah and also a couple of lions with a recent kill. The cottage that we stayed in was clean, comfortable and had what we needed for five days. Loren made us excellent breakfasts and dinners, simple yet delicious. Everyone was just so pleasant, we hated to leave after 5 days. One note, there was a loud neighborhood party (music) on our last night (Sat. night), but it didn't take away from our experience there.
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Email Angela | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An adventurous and memorable safari with comfortable village accommodation!
As a solo female travel, I felt extremely safe in the care of Bongan Safaris. From pick-up at my hotel accommodation to all activities and safaris, everything was well planned and I felt taken care of. Bongani is very accommodating and treats guest like family. My guide for the Panorama Route, Village Tour, and majority of my safari drives was Charlie. Charlie is extremely knowledgeable about the local landscape, animals, and village culture. He had an answer to every one of my questions. Within my first 24 with Bongan Safaris, I saw the Big 5! The guides at Bongan Safaris are experts in spotting these animals and getting you positioned for the best possible picture.
Overall, every aspect of the 5 day, 4 night experience was well thought out. Example of this include but aren’t limited to: blankets provided on early morning/evening drives, South African to European adapter provided in the room, organized bushwalk with national park rangers, well rounded meals that varied every night, etc.
Highly recommended Bongan Safaris to all travels. They are extremely accommodating and will ensure you’ll have the best safari experience!
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Email Colette | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Warm and welcoming!
I had a wonderful time in my 5 days here! The staff are all so kind. It's a family atmosphere that really made this female solo traveler feel very safe and comfortable. Mr. Bongani went out of his way to see that I was well cared for. He even sent someone to my airport hotel that escorted me (about a 5 minute walk) to the minibus that would take me to the lodge. They could have easily just given me directions on where to go to meet the bus, but it was early and dark and I was alone and jet lagged, so i really appreciated this touch. During my stay, Charlie was my guide during my game drives and he did an excellent job. He even saw rhinos at dusk that could have been easily missed. The panoramic drive, in which I saw Blyde Canyon among other great spots, was breathtaking. Charlie really knew his way around and gave me plenty of time to explore and take it all in. I never felt rushed.
The breakfast and the dinners were prepared by skilled cooks and it was all delicious. Eating dinner each night at a nicely set table beside a small campfire was delightful and memorable.
This lodge is a relatively short drive to both Kruger and Manyeleti Game Reserves, both of which you'll get plenty of time in and see a wonderful variety of animals (I got to see the Big 5, among many others). The lodge itself is in a village community, which I think adds a lot of value to the whole warm and welcoming experience. I'm so very glad I used Bongan Safaris and I hope very much to return someday.
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Email Dr. Pamela Roberts | 65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Everything anyone could want in a safari lodge.
For the second time, I returned to stay at the Bongan Safari Lodge for 3 nights and I’m sure I’ll be back for a third time whenever I return to South Africa. As before, my room was very spacious, well-kept and fulfilled every conceivable need a visitor could have. The food was delicious and plentiful and everyone was warm and welcoming. Having the lodge situated in Bongani’s village is an extra treat; I only wish I had had more time to walk around during this trip.
Bongani and I went on game drives for 2 days and we saw lions, herds of buffalo, giraffe, rhino and countless other animals, including too many elephants to count. Elephants are my favorite animal and when Bongani found over 50 bathing and playing at a water hole, I asked if we could stay there and watch them until the last elephant left. That’s what we did—we watched them for over 90 minutes and we were the only vehicle at the water hole. It was magical. Allowing me this experience is typical of Bongani and other drivers at his lodge; to the extent possible, they will personalize your experience to fulfill your dreams. I highly recommend the safaris, staff and accommodations at Bongan Safaris.
Email Anna | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Lovely lodges close to Kruger
A lovely place in close proximity to Kruger situated in a local village. Staying here was a highlight, as amazing experience as safaris themselves. It has allowed me a glimpse of a local life in the village, but most of all the warm-hearted sunny nature of everyone running this place will stay in my heart forever.
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Email Deasy | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Perfect..❤️
I stayed in Mr. Bongani's lodge with my family , 6 pax in total for 4 nights.
Mr. Bongani & his family make sure that everything was perfect for us.
Rooms are so clean,comfy& have everything we need, foods are delicious (especially the desserts), our safari guide Mr. Charlie has eagle eye & tried his best to show us animals, Mr. David our driver also explained everything along the way.
We felt like we were not just guests for them, but we've been treated like a family.
thank you so much Mr. Bongani& team for your hospitality, I wish we can meet again in the future, & once again enjoy your hospitality... 🙏🙏
