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Email Kelly Ogden | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing experience, can't wait to go back!
I did not know what to expect when booking my 4-day safari adventure but this trip exceeded all expectations. We started the journey with a sunset safari and had the most amazing experience! We saw 4 of the big within 3 hours (lions - cubs and parents!, buffalo, rhino - mom and baby!, and a herd of elephants), plus so many more incredible animals and birds. The weather was beautiful during the day (low to mid 80s) and cool at night which made for a wonderful experience. The next day we spent all at Kruger National Park and were blown away by the sheer size and beauty. As far as you could see was just wide open spaces and you truly could feel how wild the area is. We saw many more animals on this journey (hippos, lions, cheetah!) and got to see them move in their natural patterns and habitat. It was incredible. Day three we did a scenic drive and, again, WOW! We went God's Window, it was short (15 minute) hike up to the top and the view was beyond worth it. On a clear day you can see the border of Mozambique! We also we went to the potholes and to see 2 waterfalls! On our last day we opted in to the sunrise tour and were in awe yet again. We chased lion foot prints all over a the private reserve until we finally caught up with 2 male lions enjoying their morning nap. To be that up and close and personal with these beatiful creatures was beyond my wildest dreams (pun intended). Everyone we met were so friendly and so eager to share their culture and their country with us. We were just so greatful for their incredible hospitality and sharing everything their country had to offer. I cannot wait to go back again and experenience even more of South Africa!
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Email Carlo Martina | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unforgettable trip in a beautiful country
We did the safari from Hoedspruit (South Africa). The nearby game reserves were very interesting and offered plenty of opportunities to see the Big Five. Keep in mind that it’s unlikely you’ll see all the animals on a single game drive. The rangers do everything they can to show you as many animals as possible, but sometimes you also need a bit of luck. Remeber that It’s still the wild, not a zoo. We did two or tree drives per day, which was necessary to spot a lot of wildlife. We also did a day trip to Kruger National Park with a guide. Highly recommended not to go on your own, as guides share information with each other about the best spots to see wildlife.
In the end, we saw a lot of animals in four full days. Except for the rhino, we spotted the entire Big Five. But even without the animals, the surroundings are breathtakingly beautiful.
The safari was organized by Shinzelle Safari’s, and they were truly amazing. Everything was well arranged, with excellent communication. Highly recommended!
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Email Maria Fiore | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
A spectacular country with breathtaking scenery plants and animals.
South Africa offers an unbelievable diversity in plants, landscapes, sea scapes. We are also captivated by the wonderful culinary experience both shopping and in restaurants at all levels.
Email Andrea Jenkins | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
First trip to South Africa
First trip to South Africa, blown away by this beautiful and diverse country. Visited Cape Town, Franschhoek and Kruger, this was the perfect mix for us. Did our own thing in Cape Town using a hire car and Airbnb in Clifton, visiting cape point, Table Mountain, boulder beach and Constantia Glen vineyard, all fabulous. Then on to Franschhoek, another stunning Airbnb, the vineyards and many wine tastings didn’t disappoint. Then on to Kruger, we booked Hoyo Hoyo with Safari.com, flew to Hoedspruit and we were met at the airport, Hoyo Hoyo was perfect, we stayed for 3 nights, they looked after us so well, we saw almost all the animals it was definitely the highlight of the trip. Trip of a lifetime, thank you South Africa.
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Email Kiara Kristin Petri | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Adventurous
It’s a beautiful country with amazing sceneries, but they remember a lot of the south of Europe.
Wildlife is unbeatable, just amazing.
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Email Emma Dahlstedt | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Beautiful country with lovely people
We loved Mdluli safari lodge resort and our package of four days safari. Everything was included except for the drinks which was smooth. The weather was good, pretty hot though and the bushes were pretty densed. So it was a little harder to see the animals, but we saw the big five and a lot more animals. Would love to go back some day!
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Email Marjo | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Worth for visiting
🥰 Nice and friendly experince. Worth of money we spent.
Email Rachel Alexander | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazingly stunning place to visit
Park Lodge nice, close to Park. Game drives enjoyable and seeing animals a wonderful experience. Weather good, staff very helpful.
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Email Hans Groth | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Marvellous
In January we visited South Africa for the first time, on the occasion of my 70th birthday. We were recommended to start with Safari, so we started our adventure in Johannesburg, with 5 days 4 nights in Kruger park. We arrived at the lodge at 7 pm, started with dinner, then went to bed after a long journey, which started in the south of France by car to Barcelona, and flight. On arrival it was hot 38° and high humidity, but it felt lovely. The clock rang at 4 in the morning, quick shower coffee, and off on our first Safari. It was a fantastic experience to experience all the wild animals at arm's length. After about 3 hours of safari back to the lodge for a lovely breakfast, bathed in the crystal clear water in the pool, rested a bit and then went on the afternoon Safari. We were lucky to experience 4 out of 5 big five, unfortunately we did not see rhino. One day we went on an excursion to Swaziland, a fairly long drive of about 4 hours, but so well worth the trip, beautiful nature, wonderful people, we stopped at an artist's village, with lots of African art, fabrics in all colors and patterns, on to an authentic village, where you learned how people lived for generations, we got to experience traditional singing and dancing. our days in Kruger park are days I deeply value, the people were so wonderful and warm-hearted, we only experienced kindness wherever we were. The staff at the lodge were fantastic and accommodating, our tour guide did everything to ensure that we got the full value. We then continued our trip to Cape Town, we stayed with good friends for 5 nights in Stellenbosch, on a wine farm, it was fantastic to experience the old center of Stellenbosch with beautiful buildings. One day in Franschhoek we rode the wine train and buses between the most amazing vineyards, we walked back the main street, to see the beautiful houses, all the nice shops and have lunch. our last three nights we stayed in the Waterfront with good friends, there we visited Table Mountain and Robben Island. I am so happy with my trip to South Africa, so we have started looking at a new trip there in January 2026
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Email Elizabeth Donohoe | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Don’t sleep on South Africa, the people in the country are beautiful.
I’m so pleased that I had a chance to go here. I really enjoyed everything about the day the people the country, the food, the animals on Safari. I’m encouraging everyone. I know to plan a trip.
