BR
65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Review about Bwindi Impenetrable National Park by Sergio Ypiranga dos Guaranys
Concentrate on gorillas
(automatic translation from Portuguese)
BE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
AE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Incredible!!!
Our experience with Andy started long before we got on a plane to come to SA. As we had slightly awkward flight times and a son under 4, we found we were having difficulty arranging a safari round Kruger National Park which was the main reason for us coming. Andy was the only person who went out of his way to ensure we got the safari we were looking for and he absolutely delivered 100%!!!
His knowledge of the animals, the park and the surrounding areas is second to none and he has an uncanny ability to find the most elusive animals before anyone else could.
Over and above this, there were 2 things that made this trip very special. Firstly, Andy has a great ability to create unforgettable moments for you whether it was doing edge of the world photos at the Three Rondavels or watching the sunset in Kruger on top of a massive rock. Secondly, and the most important bit, was how Andy interacted with our son. His patience and the attention he was willing to pay him was just fantastic. Our son absolutely adored him and even now, 4 weeks after we did the safari, he is still asking when he can see "Andy Candy" again.
We just can't recommend Bubezi Safari's highly enough, it was an incredible experience.
BE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
TH
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Hands down, one of the most memorable trips in my life!
I decided to take my parents to South Africa during a long holiday (and for mom's birthday) but I got only about 2 weeks before the flight to actually plan the whole trip. I was reading a lot of reviews and found a couple tour operators that sound reliable. I was skeptical at first that African Welcome Safaris only got positive reviews but I thought why not. I told Kathi my very brief plans and told her places we would like to visit. Kathi was very responsive and informative. She sent me a quotation within the next day. We discussed and revised the itinerary almost everyday until probably two days before the flight. I really appreciate her being very patient with our requests. We knew almost nothing about South Africa and my parents were concerned and paranoid about many issues but Kathi was very comforting and she assured we will be having an amazing time (and she was right!). We spent the first day in Jo'burg, 2 days in Kruger National Park, and 4 days in Cape Town. We did a private tour for the whole trip and our tour guides were knowledgable and funny which made the trip so fun. We were able to do things at our own pace and that's very important as my parents are quite old. My parents asked me at one point if we could stay longer and perhaps change the flight but unfortunately, we couldn't.
During our time there, Kathi was still keeping in touch with us. Whenever we had a question, she would answer as soon as she could. She kept us informed about everything eg. airlines strikes so we had to do online check-in before going to the airport etc. This trip really was soooo amazing! I cannot wait to go back - especially safari! We stayed at Inyati in Sabi Sand Game Reserve and it was really lovely. The staff was friendly and so helpful. Our ranger was Omega and our tracker was Rodger. We got to see the Big5 plus a Cheetah within 24 hours!!!!! They also pick the best spots to do a small picnic. We were by the river across from 3 giraffes. It was so surreal. Our last night was even better - they stopped the open 4-wheel drive in the middle of the river. We could see the Milky Way above us and there were lots of fireflies flying around. I can't even explain my feelings at that moment.
We cannot thank Kathi and African Welcome Safaris enough for putting together this super awesome trip.
Seriously, you won't regret choosing African Welcome Safaris.
We will definitely go back again and will add Botswana in our plan.
Advice: Check with your safari lodge about their morning game drive time. We missed our last morning game drive because we had to leave for the airport before the game drive usually ends. Also try to check with the hotels about breakfast when you have to leave earlier than their normal breakfast time. Some will prepare you a take-away breakfast box so you can have it in the car or at the airport.
BE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Review about Kakamega Forest National Reserve by Kiara
Very nice forest for a hike, with a very interesting guide.
FR
The best day out imaginable.
I booked a one day Safari literally a couple of days in advance. Our driver arrived promptly at our hotel in Johannesburg and was really informative on our journey to the park. Fabulous lunch then several hours safari. We actually saw the big five thanks to the knowledge of the guide who new where the game were to be found. I cannot recommend more highly this day trip and great value too.
DE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
The experience was so amazing and wonderfull - we will keep it in our hearts forever!!!
From our point of view the safari was performed very professionally and enthusiastically!!
35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Pilanesberg Safari
We only had time for 1 day safari and we chose Pilanesberg day trip with moafrika tours.we left johannesburg around 6am and had a fantastic day.we saw 4 out big 5.we took the option with open drive which is a definite must.Moafrika tours were very quick to respond and we went with this company because 2 different hotels in Johannesburg also both recommended them as well as great reviews on trip advisor.we were very happy with the overall experience and service we got from both moafrika tours and Safari bookings.would definately recommend.
US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Review about Kruger National Park by Molly Warren
Kruger is so special. So many animals and birds. Everyone working there was so knowledgable and committed to conservation.