CY
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Heaven on earth
If you want to break the mundane urban life monotony and think of witnessing the best time of your life, Tanzania is your place to go. Gorgeous and super friendly people, very hospitable, always pumped to walk and show you around their beautiful country. Exceptional wildlife that no other country on this planet would offer even close.
We visited Manyara, Serengeti (North/Center), Ngorongoro, Tarangire and literally fell in love with the nature. It's been already 3 weeks since we've arrived at our home but still every moment spent in Tanzania is so vivid and beautiful that my wife and I keep recollecting them every now and then & want to keep these beautiful memories in our hearts forever.
If given a chance/feasibility we would love to come back again soon. No wonder it's a heaven on earth.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Beautiful country! Rich in culture and history. Breathtaking wildlife, scenery and plants.
South Africa was amazing. More than I ever imagined in every way. The rich culture and history was very interesting. The people were beautiful and always very helpful. The SAN Parks are so well run and amazing to visit. Each one was different with different animals and flora, so you didn’t know what to expect which made it an even greater adventure.
Cape Town is a truly beautiful city and with Table Mountain as the backdrop, it’s like being in a movie. South Africa’s food is also delicious. We loved the curries and variety. The wineries are excellent as well. The wildlife was magnificent. I couldn’t believe we could be so close to the big Five and all the other beauties as well and the birds were amazing.
This was my first trip to South Africa, it won’t be my last. So much more to see and do.
Thank you South Africa and Wildlife Safaris.
US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Viva Safaris
We had the most amazing five day safari in Kruger National Park with my family that included two teenagers. We booked through Viva Safaris on our own and they picked us up in Johannesburg. We saw the big five and so much more. All of the employees were kind and wonderful. Our villa was well appointed and clean. Just loved every minute of this well organized safari and meeting people from all over the world.
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Wonderful, but best spent in a tent or caravan.
I go often to Marakele National Park, always as a camper. This is the only way to truly enjoy Marakele.
There are three things that stand out about Marakele, and that make the park unusual. Firstly, there is the campsite that is unfenced, and that is often visited by numerous mammals and lots of birds. It is not uncommon for white rhinoceros to wander through the campsite, and often you can hear them at night munching on grass outside your tent. Secondly, there is access to the mountain areas with several species of birds that are not easy to see elsewhere, and large flocks of Cape Vultures. Thirdly is the variety of habitats and the large number of bird species that can be seen there, especially in summer.
While there is plenty of wildlife, and it is worth seeing, the number of species is lower than some of the other parks, such as Pilanesberg, and the thick bush can obscure game viewing. But, that is also part of the charm, and the challenge of the park. The Waterberg Mountains creates some stunning scenery, and the open campsite gives good access to wildlife that wanders through. The birding is excellent, and never disappoints.
AT
50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Amazing Place to visit
The safari was amazing. Everyone from the driver to the hotel staff were so friendly and keen to talk about what you had seen but if you did not want to talk happy to leave you alone. I was able to see the Big 5 but also so much more which I was not expecting which made the trip so wonderful. I also went to the coast and went snorkelling / Suba diving was able to swim with dolphins, turtles and even saw a Humpback whale with a calf. I would recommend Kenya as a place to visit.
IT
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Review about Namib-Naukluft National Park by TwiGGyAth
this is the most stunning place in Namibia you could see, that's definitely a must
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Quintessential African Safari
When you picture an African landscape with abundant wildlife and sweeping plains, you picture Kenya. Its outstanding beauty and breathtaking vistas are only enhanced by the warm, friendly people we met. Everything from the landscape, animal airings and accommodation exceeded our expectations and we cannot wait to return.
IT
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Review about Etosha National Park by TwiGGyAth
dry season is best if you want to easily catch animals around the water ponds.
Etosha is easy to drive and go around and there are a lot of animals and birds to see
DE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Troubled paradise of mind-boggling cultural wealth
I went to Cape Town on a business trip in the middle of winter, but I tried to squeeze as much sightseeing in as possible, through organised trips I booked in advance. Yes, you can see the Big Five in a weekend trip from Cape Town! My highlights: birdwatching; hiking in the Table Mountain national park; Kirstenbosch Gardens (yes, even in the dead of winter); delicious wine; rainbows every day; Big Five mini-safari just outside Cape Town; the netball world cup; gorgeous Cape landsape; Zeitz-Mocca museum for contemporary African art (I saw the exhibition "when we see us"). I will be back!
IT
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Nice stop on the way to Etosha
I've spent just an afternoon at Waterberg, anyway trail is good and easy to walk without a guide.
At the top there is a really nice view of the plateau and the country around.
Unluckily there are many monkeys around and sometimes they can be aggressive also if you stay away from them, they even broke our car antenna while we were trekking!
