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Wild Wings Safaris
- Offices In:
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United Kingdom
- Size:
- 10-20 employees (Founded in 2005)
- Member Of:
- SATSA & ABTA
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $232 to $1,987 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
Email Les and Jean Price | 65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Professional, helpful and very knowledgeable.
We have recently returned to the UK after a fourteen day safari in Kruger NP organised by Wildwings Safaris. This was the third time we have used them and we can’t wait to return.
First of all the planning and tailoring of the trip to suit our needs was done with Clare. She’s highly professional, responds immediately to queries and always produces a great itinerary for us.
Likewise, we always start with the four night trip to Kruger, with pickup from Joberg airport, a drive to Kruger, transfer into safari vehicles and then game drives based in two different SanPark camps, this time Skukuza and Satara. Simon was our driver, guide, chef, companion…he’s simply great at finding game, explaining stuff and getting something for everyone in the jeep (Landcruiser). The value for money in this first section is extraordinary.
Then we had private transfers to three further camps, Bataleur Tented Camp in the Timbavati concession; Inyati Game Camp in Sabi Sands concession; Jock’s Camp in the south of the Kruger NP. Varied environment, accommodation, wildlife and price points but all offering warm welcome, lovely accommodation, lovely food and fabulous game drives.
Going to the other side of the world, to remote places and with different cultures can be both exciting and daunting. We can fully recommend Wildwings to create a wonderful experience for you.
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Email Justeen W | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Wild Wings arranged the trip of a lifetime!
Wild Wings arranged the trip of a lifetime! Our Wild Wings guide Rufus was the greatest guide in the world. He was so entertaining and amazingly knowledgeable. He gave me a university level education on Kruger Park including birds, animals, plants and ecology. He seemed to know more than any guide I have ever encountered. I learned the names of over 40 different birds as well as the large animals that are so awe inspiring. And we always had a good time! We saw more big animals than I thought possible in our 5 day safari. Rufus was so perceptive of all our needs and arranged the safari in a way everyone could get the most out of it. A birder couldn’t do better and we saw all the big animals on every drive. If you are a gardener and interested in the plant life of Africa, Rufus can point out all the amazing plants and what they were used for by hunter gatherers. He was also very considerate, helpful and understanding of anyone who has a special concern. I was blown away by Wild Wings ability to arrange the trip of a lifetime!
Wild Wings also arranged all transfers, hotels in Johannesburg and additional nights in a private reserve, Baobab Ridge Lodge in Klaserie. When I walked into that private bungalow I wondered where all the other billionaires are staying. Our trip went amazingly smoothly.
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Email Sonja & Danny | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
We had an amazing time!
We had the 5 Day Kruger Park and Private Lodge Combo Safari and it was fantastic. Everything was well organized by Mike, when I send an email, a few hours later I already get an answer back.
We spend 3 days with Nicky, she was wonderful, knows a lot from the animals and the birds in the Kruger area. Also a good cook.
And Arathusa Private Lodge, no words for this luxury stay, beautiful lodges, great food and the best game drive.
When we ever go back to Africa, we definitely make a tour with Wild Wings Safaris and we’ll recommend it on our friends and family.
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Email Matthias | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Incredible 4-day trip into the bush
Wildwings was recommended to us by friends and after our experience we can only recommend the organisation. The safari was definitely the highlight of our trip to South Africa. It was super organised since from the beginning, we were picked up directly from the hotel in Johannesburg and we didn't have to worry about anything and were able to fully immerse ourselves into the game drives. Not only did we see a lot of animals, but thanks to our guide Nicky we also learnt a lot about them and the bush. As we were on a 4-day safari, we had enough time to stay at sights for longer periods of time and watch the animals in their habits and interacting with each other. Nicky made us an excellent breakfast and dinner with samplings of typical dishes. We really could not have asked for a better guide and a better organization to make this trip definitely one to remember!!
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Email Mark | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Rufus was great!
Onne from Wild Wings was very helpful in planning a very last minute trip. He made himself available after regular work hours for any questions. All my transfers, hotels, tours were top rated!
Our safari guide, Rufus, was great! He was very knowledgeable about Kruger and all the animals we saw. He was very personable and always a great chef.
Shawn, the guide, in Cape Town was excellent. We spent all day exploring Cape Town and its surrounding areas. We covered of ground in one days.
I would highly recommend Wild Wings for your next African adventure!
NL
Email Ian Borkent | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
We will never forget the memories we made as a family
Since we came all the way from The Netherlands and had saved for this trip for years, we wanted to make the most of our time together as a family. Wild Wings gave us several suggestions, one of which was to do the Panorama route and 5-day Kruger safari, a total of 7 days with a guide. This proved to be excellent advice.
We loved every minute of our week, from beginning to end. We were picked up by the friendly guide Simon, from our airport hotel in Jo'burg. We then travelled to Graskop where we stayed for 2 nights. We loved the swimming pool with a view - next to our chalet! Over the next 48 hours we visited several highlights of the Panorama route: God's Window, Berlin Falls, Mac Mac Pools, etc. A very relaxing and beautiful start to our holiday. Simon arranged the breakfasts and dinners, which were delicious and rich!
After this we travelled to Skukuza to discover the Kruger. Before we even entered the camp we had already seen impala, many elephants (up close!), hippos, crocodiles and zebras. The next day Simon found rhinos for us, which took quite a drive, but he and us persevered. For the final 2 days we stayed in Satara, were we saw many female and male lions up close, the white lion Casper, more crocodiles and hippos and a lot of elephants, giraffes, buffalo and zebras.
We were impressed with Simon's hard work, his kindness, his dedication to his profession, his love for and knowledge of the animals and the personal touch. The meals were exquisite too. Despite the fact that the days were long (early starts and long drives), we wish they would have been even longer. There was just so much to see and do, even though we had booked the longest of the 'Best of Kruger' options. Simon was always on time and flexible too. The tour was very affordable and worth every cent!
The only problem is that we were hit with a virus: the Kruger virus has now infected us! We want to come back as soon as we can. We have already started saving for the next time. Thank you for everything, Wild Wings!
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Email Michael, Daniel & Alex | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Beyond all expectations
Our 5 day/4 night safari was beyond expectation. From the pre booking right through to our last farewell, we were treated to the most
unforgettable experience. We had travelled from the US and Mexico and flew into JNB where we were greeted by our driver to wisked us off to
the Hazyview. There, we met our guide Simon; an incredible human being, with a heart of gold and a passion for nature. We were truly blessed to spend our five days with him.
Our safari was non stop adventure, sighting the big 5 plus more & more. Simon´s knowledge of the park, the wildlife and taking particular time to ensure we got to see our favourite animals was exceptional. Doug, our resident chef was also an amazing hand in the kitchen, laying on beautifully prepared breakfasts and dinners, al fresco with tablecloth and all. We just didn´t expect these inmemorable touches.
The Safari vehicle was pristine and comfortable, accomodation was superb in the 2 lodges Skuzuza, then Sakura.
We were also treated to Letters & Edward's morning bush walk- quite something. A sublime experience. If you want to safari, just book it with Wild Wings. Clare and the team attentive , responsive and very accesible.
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Email Leslie & Michael | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Unforgettable experience!
Clare from Wild Wings Safari helped us plan the trip of a lifetime. We stayed in the Bush for 4 nights but didn't want to leave. We heard lions roaring in the middle of the night while we were gazing up at the Milky Way. Clare arranged our transportation so that we could meet up with our friends who went on a different type of safari (ours was much better! ;). Our trip was everything and more than we had anticipated.
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Email Shannon | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An amazing experience of a lifetime!
We just returned from an amazing 5-Day Best of Kruger Safari with Wild Wings Safari. If you are thinking about booking- don’t hesitate. Here’s why:
Clare’s coordination of our safari and prompt communication set the tone for our trip. We felt like we were in good, solid, professional hands from the start.
This professionalism, warmth and “heart” carried through to our Safari experience with Simon, Nicky and Doug. Our Safari experience truly exceeded our expectations. We got to see the Big 5, went on a bush walk and night drive. Our guides were a blast and were so knowledgeable.
Having Doug cook our delicious meals was a delight. We appreciated his thoughtful menu choices and preparation. Our family/group meals together was a highlight.
Thank you so much to the Wild Wings Safari team who made this experience so fantastic and accessible! We had such a wonderful time as a family!
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Email Phil Lange | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Wild Wings Safaris is a reputable tour operator
I just wanted to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude for managing our safari adventure. The expertise by Ilaria made our experience truly unforgettable. We had an amazing time exploring the wilderness with the Guide Rufus and creating cherished memories. Thank you for your dedication and for ensuring everything ran smoothly. We can't wait for our next adventure one day with Wild Wings Safaris again.
