In my opinion South Africa is perfect for safaris especially if it's your first or second time in Africa. You have the wildlife mostly intact and often pretty close (compared to some Eastern African Countries), usually it's not to crowded and you get the same standards in food and accomodation you're used to, often even better.
Email Jaco Beukman | www.go-nipper.com | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
South Africa is an all in one destination offering various wildlife, bird life and natural beauty in a colourful package
Email Lawson's Safaris | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
One word - diversity. It is a 'world in one country', with myriad different habitats and landscapes in a relatively small area (compared to say Australia or the USA). Ease of travel is another big plus.
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20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
This being my only trip to South Africa, I can't speak to other lodges or reserves, but my experience here was an absolute once-in-a-lifetime experience. Since that time, I have spoken with others and have become friends with others who have taken trips to various lodges and reserves and all had brilliant things to say. It is definitely a must-do, bucket-list destination if you're a wildlife lover!
There are many different stunning game reserves. Some are very dangerous and you have absolutely to keep you on the safety rules. If you follow this rules, you will have an unforgettable experience.
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50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
South Africa is a great destination, with experiences to suit all different tastes.
Cape Town is a beautiful city, the Cape Peninsula is a fantastically scenic area, as is Stellenbosch and the Cape wine country just outside of Cape Town. Johannesburg is different altogether, and students of apartheid will have a first hand experience of the legacy of apartheid and study it close up. We did not go to the bustling commercial melting pot of Durban, but would love to do so. We did go to Sun City, but did not go on any game drives there.
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20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
When out on safari you definitively got the "bush vibe", but this is a relatively small park only a few hours by car from Johannesburg.
Email Rushay | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
South Africa has a variety of safari destinations that could give a visitor a WOW experience.The parks are well run and bookings from afar is easy as the systems are well run.I would highly recommend South Africa as a safari destination
35-50 years of age
South Africa has beautiful landscapes and bush with a variety of animals, plant and birdlife.
Email lollipop_lass | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Plenty of National Parks with accommodation, lots of private game parks with luxury accommodation. Travel is easy with world class airports, long distance buses and plenty of car hire available. South Africa is very proud of its conservation/wildlife facilities ... And rightly so.
