Discover Africa Safaris team
Discover Africa Safaris
- Office In:
- Size:
- 20-50 employees (Founded in 2002)
- Member Of:
- ATTA, SATSA, CTT & IGLTA
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $450 to $2,000 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
for a custom tour
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If preferred, you can contact the operator directly
Reviews
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Email Carla | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Always helpful and available for any questions or concerns.
It was a pleasure to work with Susan. She planned everything for us from start to finish. We were able to have all information prepared before we left, including flights, luggage requirements, hotel information, meal information and activities we would do. We were met by professional and very nice people to escort us from the airports to the camps in Sabi Sands and to the hotels in Stelenbosch and Cape Town. She arranged a driver for us to see the sights we wanted to see and arranged help with any extras that we needed along the way. When our flights home were changed by our airlines, she managed to rearrange our days at safari without us having to miss a day. It made everything go so smoothly. I would highly recommend working with her and would most definitely use Discover Africa again. It was a very long trip (3 weeks) and at no point did I, my daughter or any of my friends feel worried about anything. It made for a very special experience.
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Email Ashleigh B. | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Expertise in planning memorable and unique experiences with excellent customer service
We had a great experience planning our holiday with Discover Africa Safaris, and especially with Diane. She set up an inital Zoom call to help understand our wishes for planning a memorable first time on safari. She was flexible and found ways to adjust the itinerary when I asked about changes (e.g., swapping out a portion of the holiday, adding a private tour, etc.). When we found ourselves ill during the trip, Diane was a lifesaver. We had to change a portion of our itinerary and she did it all promptly which was such a relief, allowing us to relax and get better before our safari portion of the trip started. It would have been such a pain if we would have had to manage ourselves. She even coordinated with the hotel to send a doctor to our room. On a whole, all the hotel bookings were excellent - great locations, rooms, and breakfast options. Our transfers were always on time and made getting around so convenient. The safari was certainly the highlight and we couldn't have asked for a better experience. We saw so many animals on game drives, and even from our room. The staff and service, including food, was fantastic. I know we'll want to have another safari experience in the future and will come back to booking with Discover Africa Safaris.
Email Bryan & Neil | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
We can do nothing but highly recommend Susan from Discover Africa. What an amazing trip!? Thank you!
We have always wanted to visit South Africa after numerous friends recommended various parts and experiences. On first looking, we were clueless about where to start and what to include in our time frame of 10 days. Discover Africa came to the rescue when I came across their website and various suggested itineraries, so I made contact and Susan got back to me promptly. Within a few emails and video calls, our entire trip, transfers, tours and hotel stays were booked and planned for us. What a trip this was!!
We started in Cape Town, staying at a gorgeous hotel at the V&A waterfront, The Queen Victoria. This boutique, stylish hotel with pool and spa, stands on a small hill overlooking the main hub of shops, bars and restaurants. By no means was it noisy but a safe distance from which we could walk down to the area when needed. Our time at the hotel was fantastic. The staff were so friendly and attentive; we highly recommend breakfast on the terrace overlooking the Time Out market and Table Mountain. Whilst here we had several private booked tours of the Cape (with the amazing Reginald from African Eagle tours) and a half day tour of Cape Town itself. The latter included Table Mountain cable car tickets - albeit a misty day, our schedule was tight to come back, so we went through with it. The views below the clouds that day were breathtaking.
We moved onto the Franschhoek Country House & Villas, after a 50 minute private transfer from Cape Town. WOW! What a picturesque setting with a fantastic team running this gorgeous hotel. We enjoyed local wine and bubbles around the pool with lunch, then I had a great massage at the spa. The town itself is close by, we walked on one morning but most of the time availed of the hotels shuttle which runs on demand whenever needed. Such beautiful architecture and lots of options for food, drinks and coffee. We dined in town one night then at the hotels restaurant on another. Both lovely meals, with friendly staff. We have nothing negative to say! The wine tram was a great way to visit local vineyards for tasting. We visited 3 and had such a great time learning and sampling the local produce. We need to now order some to have it shipped home!!! You must visit the wine district on any trip to South Africa.
We took a 2 hour internal flight up to Kruger for a 3 day safari. Susan arranged for us to stay in the presidential suite at the Karongwe River Lodge on the Karongwe Private Reserve. We hadn't a clue what to expect on safari, but the team made us feel so welcome, took every care to meet any request and their attention to detail was second to none. From them collecting us from the airport, right through to daily breakfast, changing the location and set up for dinner around the hotel each night, to the twice daily 3 hour game drives - we were blown away. Our room was palatial, with our own pool and terrace overlooking a watering hole next door. We observed frequent animals visiting during our mid afternoon naps before the evening safari drive. Our safaris were unreal. The guide Jack and tracker Raimundo were professional, knowledgeable and comical. We had one of the best experiences on safari than we have ever had on any holiday. We were genuinely sad to leave.
After a short flight to Johannesburg to stay overnight before our flight back to the UK, Susan arranged transfers and a stay at the stylish Da Vinci Hotel in Sandton. We had a massive corner suite, and an amazing breakfast. The hotel is adjacent to the mall leading to Nelson Mandela Square. It was safe to walk around and there were plentiful options for dinner.
All in all our trip was fabulous. I could not fault it and cannot thank Susan and Discover Africa enough. I highly recommend you book with them for a well organised, personalised and once-in-a-lifetime experience for your trip. We cannot wait to tell our friends and family all about it. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you.
Email Nick | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Knowledgeable, organised and excellent. Susan's advice was invaluable.
Susan gave us several options to choose from and we chose Sabi Sabi Bush Lodge. From start to finish, through the exploring, booking and holiday was excellent. We were given a really good idea of the options available to us and could not have chosen better. I felt really far more comfortable booking a Safari through Discover Africa with Susan than I would have done booking from home. I felt the knowledge and descriptions gave us the information we needed to make any informed choice. I could not fault Sabi Sabi Bush lodge. Great staff, fantastic very high quality rooms, great food and an amazing safari experience getting up close and personal to many, many animals. A truly wonderful experience for my wife and I. I have added just a couple of photos from the very many I took.
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Email Johan | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Sam has been very professional, kept every promise and met all my expectations.
I had an idea about what I wanted to do and see. Discover Africa met my ideas with different suggestions and refined my trip until it was exactly what I was looking for.
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Email Barb | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Susan was extremely responsive and helpful when a few issues arose
I traveled to a private Game Reserve , Victoria Falls and then Cape Town . The itinerary and arrangements put together by my agent were perfect.
The accommodations and experience at Sabi Sand reserve were incredible and well exceeded my expectations. And worth every penny.
My accommodations in Zimbabwe ( Vic Falls and Chobe Nat’l Park) were very nice.
Food at the Shong We Oasis was lacking, but the service and ambiance were good. The prearranged tours of the Falls and Chobe were excellent.
My experience in Cape Town was mixed. The city tour was weak, but the trip to the Cape of Good Hope was spectacular. Table Mountain cable car was not doable due to weather. My initial accommodation was unsatisfactory and my agent worked quickly with the management to move me to another property. Staying close to the water ( Beach Rd ) is ideal as the restaurants in walking distance are plentiful.
Food is extremely good everywhere and inexpensive.
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Email Pablo R | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The tour operator delivered flawless service, creating unforgettable honeymoon memories.
What an incredible experience Discover Africa Safaris provided during our recent honeymoon adventure. From the moment we began planning with your team, to the final moments of our journey, every aspect exceeded our expectations.
First and foremost, the level of professionalism and expertise demonstrated by your staff was exceptional. From helping us craft the perfect itinerary to ensuring every detail was meticulously arranged, we felt confident and well-supported throughout the entire process.
The accommodations selected for us were nothing short of extraordinary. Each lodge and camp exceeded our expectations, offering luxurious comfort combined with breathtaking views of the African landscape. It truly felt like a dream come true to wake up to such beauty every morning.
Of course, the heart of our experience lay in the safari adventures themselves. Words cannot adequately express the awe and wonder we experienced as we ventured out into the wilderness, guided by your knowledgeable and passionate team of guides. From witnessing the majesty of elephants roaming freely to the thrill of spotting elusive big cats, every moment felt like a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.
Moreover, the attention to detail in every aspect of our journey did not go unnoticed. From the delicious meals served under the African sky to the warm hospitality extended to us by every staff member we encountered, we felt truly cared for and valued as guests.
Overall, our honeymoon with Discover Africa Safaris surpassed all expectations and will forever hold a special place in our hearts. Thank you for creating memories that we will cherish for a lifetime and for allowing us to experience the magic of Africa in such a profound and meaningful way.
Thanks to Discover Africa Safaris and to Antoinette Booyse.
Email Sakshi | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent persnalised service
Susan was very helpful in planning every aspect of our honeymoon safari, the communication was excellent and reliable. The tour itself was fabulous! Susan picked a number of options for us based on our requirements and everything was absolutely wonderful!
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Email Martin | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very well organised
Dividing the time between Kruger NP and Sabi Sands was a great choice. Everything (fly-in; hotels; transporation...) was very well organised from the side of Discover Africa and everything went smooth.
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Email Debra G. | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
A Seamless Experience
We booked a safari trip with Discover Africa after doing research on-line. The travel agency offered the best starting and customizable itinerary for our needs, at a cost lower than other recommended tour companies we contacted. We did a zoom call with Vihann Van Wyk to review our goals, budget and preferences and with a few minor tweaks, we built our itinerary. We were a bit apprehensive as we couldn’t find reviews on Tripadvisor, which is my go-to source, but all contacts with the company allayed our concerns.
We returned last week from our adventure. Everything went smoothly and we could not have hoped for a better experience.
The trip was absolutely wonderful. The itinerary was perfect as were all of the accommodations. We hoped the game drives would be fantastic and they didn’t disappoint. We didn’t have any expectations for the other activities, which proved to be equally as memorable. The time of year might have helped, as there were not a lot of crowds in typically popular locations. Despite it being the “rainy season” we only had 3 half days of rain during the 2 week trip, so don’t let the time of year stop you.