Patrick Mmilo MD at Hannah Game Reserve
Mmilo Tours
- Office In:
- Size:
- 1-5 employees (Founded in 2007)
- Member Of:
- Southern Africa Tourism Services Association
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $208 to $717 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
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Reviews
Cradle of Mankind Tour
Easy on-line booking. Punctual and informative gude and a suitable lunch venue
Top quality tours and guide
We had three customised tours within a week fitted in a busy business schedule - Pilanesberg, Sterkfontein Caves / Lesedi village, and Cheetah Centre. From the very beginning (organising and tailoring the schedule) the communication with Altus and Patrick was top notch, and absolutely all requests were catered for. On the tours, itinerary and punctuality of the guide (Willem) was spotless. And best of all, the tours themselves were very interesting and professional. Willem is very knowledgeable and passionate about South African culture, history and his wildlife experiense and enthusiasm are second to none. It was a pleasure to have him as a guide, and we will definitely be back for more tours.
LU
Email Benoit | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Great day tour with Willem
We spent a great day with Willem. He picked us up early morning at our hotel and took us to the Lion's park. Don't expect raging lions in the wilderness over there as they are looked after (so they spend most of their time sleeping) but playing with lion cubs and cheetahs de-fi-ni-te-ly make it worth it. We then went to visit a cave nearby, which has nothing more nothing less than other big caves you may have visited before. We also had lunch there. Perhaps taking a tour of Soweto would make the day more special. But anyhow Willem was very friendly, took good care of us and was talkative about SA in general, which is another great way to learn about the country. He was flexible and patient, thank you! Definitely recommend him and Mmilo tours!
Email Tony | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
After trawling through Trip Advisor I found Mmilo Tours As it seems I found a Gem
After trawling through the recommendations on Trip Advisor I found Mmilo Tours
As it seems I found a diamond or gold nugget.. We had only 3 days to see some of the culture , history and wildlife of the area so Patrick set about arranging a tour for us.
It started as we arrived at the airport, he personally picked us up and took us to our hotel via a drive past Nelson Mandella's home and checked us in over a coffee. We were then whisked away to our first experience Lesedi. Here we would learn and experience all of the tribes of South Africa and their cultures, customs and dress in one place. A three hour experience that took us round all their villages, their history and dances.
The next morning at eight am we were picked up by an associate of Patrick's Willam who as it turned out was an expert guide whose knowledge of wild life saw no bounds. he drove us to Pilanesberg a Safari Park where we would stay overnight. We were checked into the lodge in the park and set of looking for animals in his comfortable four by four. The first hour or so moved slowly, we saw Antelope Gazelle Warthogs Zebra and Birds then bang life kicked into gear and we started to see what we came for Giraffes and big game. We lunched at the lodge then went spotting again. Willam found a pack of Lions who had made a kill and we sat watching them. All of a sudden out of the bush came the male strolling down the road past us like a king. We moved on to another area that Willam said he found a lot of activity suddenly we were confronted by a massive bull Elephant then a second chasing the first . Willam said they had been fighting each other for days. This guy stood across the road only some ten feet in front of us. We moved on seeing Both types of Rhino , a Secretary bird and Hippos, there was even a Crocodile and Turtle in the watering hole. We saw everything however there was always something that we would miss. Where were the Cheetah? nowhere to be found.
The next day was planned to be a visit to the Cradle of Humankind taking us back to the time when man was first discovered in Africa.
In the morning we set off at five thirty am with the lodge guide for four hours. We were expecting spectacular however it would appear that Willam had shown us all the spectacular there was . We arrived back at the lodge , had breakfast , as we finished Willam arrived. I mentioned the Cheetah, he retorted you want to see them? so we made another unscheduled trip into the reserve. There they were hiding in the bushes, this guy seemed so well informed , what a guide.
On our final visit to the Cradle of Humankind we were passed on to the guide who showed us around the caves where some of the earliest remains of humans were found. An interesting and short insight into our ancestors well worth seeing
In my opinion I think we stumbled on a tour operator and his associates who had an abundance of knowledge in their product, Willam has also sent us a compendium of photographs that he took which I can only say I will treasure .
If you are in their area of the world use them to show you the places worth seeing
DE
Email S. | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Great Pilanesberg experience
We decided at very short notice to spend the day before our flight out at Pilanesberg reserve. It turned out to be a great decision - made possible by a great tour operator, Mmilo! Willem was a great and very knowledgable guide and we had a great time with him. Everything went smoothly from pickup at the hotel to drop-off at the airport, a great experience in the reserve seeing and being pointed out lots of different animals, a yummie lunch at a lodge - and a nice goodie on top: being sent a link to view the pictures Willem took on that day with his professional equipment.
Definitely recommended!
US
Email Kimberly | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Outstanding!
This was the first safari for me and my friends and Mmilo and our guide, Willem, did not disappoint. Service was for our sunrise safari was professional-- it was seamless and prompt. As for the safari experience itself, Willem was extremely knowledgeable about the park, its animals and the vegetation. We are a curious group, and he was able to answer all of our questions thoroughly. Willem is patient; he would slow down or back up to ensure that we got a chance to thoroughly observe the animals, and was very respectful of the animals. On the other hand,we witnessed guides from other companies speeding through the experience in an effort to catch the next animal. We were able to see three of the Big 5 during our one-day experience. And lunch at Bakubung Lodge was wonderful. Willem also took pictures throughout our day, which he shared with us. The lodge is beautiful, and modern yet cozy. The scenery, service, food and drinks were great. My only regret is that we didn't have time for a multi-day safari. I'll definitely be backand will plan accordingly!
Email Anne | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Would definitely recommend this trip to Pilanesburg national park
This is a great safari to get to see a lot of African wildlife in a natural habitat. Willem was very knowledgeable and we spent a very enjoyable 12 hours in his company. Lunch was also above average for a tour. Basically, - a top day out exploring African wildlife.
Email Kyle | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great day Safari to Pilansberg
Very good communication during booking and prior to the tour.
Our driver Willem was punctual, very knowledgeable and best of all he brought his own camera with an amazing zoom. He later gave us a link to his Facebook where we could share his pictures of our day. No Cats seen this time but everything else including an amazing encounter with 3 Rhino.
Lunch was at a beautiful lodge with great food and amazing scenery.
I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this tour.
BR
Email Eliza Ferrari | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great Day
I had a really good experience with Mmilo Tours. First of all, Patrick was great, from the start to the end. He was extremely kind and even helped me with accommodation, as he was worried about the neighbourhood that I first chose to stay in and suggested that I move to a safer one in Johannesburg. My Safari with Willem was amazing too. He was a great guide, showing and explaining everything for me. He even took pictures for me, since I forgot my camera! My day was as good as it possibly could have been and I strongly recommend their services.
Email Tim | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fantastic and entertaining safari
Squeezed the safari in while travelling on business with 2 friends, and really glad we arrived a day early to be able to do this.
Patrick was an amazing host, entertained us with the history of South Africa as we drove to the park. Yes its an early start but you get there as the park opens when the animals are most active and its well worth it.
His knowledge of the animals and where they would be was great. Lots of views of the animals without being surrounded by large group of safari tours.
Finished the day with a lovely meal at the safari lodge.
Plan to return with my family so they can experience the fantastic safari. The price difference of a private safari compared to a large tour bus was minimal and well worth it.