​User Reviews – South Africa

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Alfred Vermeulen   –  
Singapore SG
Visited: September 2017 Reviewed: Oct 7, 2017

Email Alfred Vermeulen  |  Experience level: first safari

Dramatic landscapes. Spectacular wildlife.
Overall rating
5/5

Love the wildlife safari experience especially off-road at Manyeleti.
The mountain panorama is spectacular
The weather is great. We enjoyed the cool weather.
Very comfortable and luxurious accommodations. Great service by Phelwana lodge.
Delicious food.
Great transportation provided by our very able, friendly and entertaining guide.

chris   –  
United Kingdom UK
Visited: September 2017 Reviewed: Oct 6, 2017

Email chris  |  35-50 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

Overall rating
5/5

We had the most wonderful time, made all the better by having wonderful guides with great knowledge and experience.

Remco Verkoeijen   –  
Netherlands NL
Visited: September 2017 Reviewed: Oct 6, 2017

Email Remco Verkoeijen  |  20-35 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

Amazing
Overall rating
5/5

The wildlife and accommodation were great. the personnel was always helpful and the chefs prepared some of the best dishes I had during my entire stay in SA. Guides really made a difference during the game drives and bush walk as they have a much better clue where to look for animals and other signs of wildlife. The reserve itself was very dry because of the lack of rain. This made spotting animals a lot easier, but it would have been nice if it had already rained so the landscape looks prettier. In general, they definitely surpassed my expectations and I can recommend them for a guided tour to Kruger.

Scott Babcock   –  
United States US
Visited: September 2017 Reviewed: Sep 30, 2017

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Splendid South Africa Vacation
Overall rating
5/5

Me and my wife have never traveled to another country where everyone is always in a good mood and smiling all the time. From the moment we were picked up at our Hotel in J'Burg for our transfer to Kruger National Park, everyone is always smiling and eager to greet you; unlike Europe where we mostly travel. We went to South Africa foremost for a Safari adventure, and we received more than we expected. Wiring money overseas for something you have never done before would make everyone a little apprehentious, but our agent even gave us here personal cell number in case of any concerns. All payments were handled by a bank and all went smooth. The folks for our safari know why you are there - to see animals ! yes and they get you where the animals are. Though the guides at Kruger must stay on the road - we got some amazing photo's. A few days Later we transferred to Elephant Plains Game Lodge where it was 4-star luxury in the bush with fabulous food. The guides are allowed to go off road as it is private with the most fantastic photo's and video of our trip. Then me and my wife flew to Cape Town ( Camp's Bay ) for 7 nights. I highly recommend Camp's Bay for folks who want to spend a little more for being away from downtown, ocean front views, ease of walking distance to dine out, and all around safety while walking at night. The hop-on, hop off sightseeing bus stop was right in front of The Bay Hotel where we staying making it a convenient way to get downtown to V & A waterfront or to wine tasting region, Tabletop Mountain, monkey and bird exhibits. I decided not to rent a car there - don't forget they drive on the left side of the road down there !! Your US $'s do go far there too, making a splendid trip even more memorable. The weather is a Mediterranean climate and very pleasant. Fantastic time in South Africa.

Dario Gamba   –  
Italy IT
Visited: August 2017 Reviewed: Sep 28, 2017

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wonderful 3 nights
Overall rating
5/5

3 nights safari really well organized. Wonderful staff doing the best to meet the highest requirements.
Lodge at the highest level

PyLb29   –  
France FR
Visited: January 2017 Reviewed: Sep 25, 2017

Email PyLb29  |  35-50 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

Overall rating
5/5

South Africa is a destination rich in vegetation and wildlife. The conservation of species through parks and landscapes make it possible to propose an incredible destination.
(Of course, one must also look at the history of South Africa)

Frank Hynek   –  
Denmark DK
Visited: September 2017 Reviewed: Sep 25, 2017

Email Frank Hynek  |  35-50 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

Beautiful country and safari
Overall rating
5/5

I had a great time at my 5 days/4 nights safari in Kruger NP and Sabi Sands.
I saw the Big 5 several times which was amazing - each time. The record was 5 leopards in one game drive!

The camp and luxury tents were very nice and the staff and guides were awesome: good drivers, nice food (I loved the local SA food), informative game drives and fantastic service all the way through.

I can strongly recommend this trip to anyone - it's an experience for life!

Rui   –  
United States US
Visited: September 2017 Reviewed: Sep 24, 2017

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What a country!
Overall rating
5/5

We had a wonderful visit in South Africa (Cape Town, Johannesburg, Kruger Park). Fantastic scenery and wildlife, great weather, excellent food and wine (particularly in Cape Town), rich culture, warm people...definitely worth returning and highly recommended!

jamescastle   –  
United States US
Visited: January 2017 Reviewed: Sep 23, 2017

Email jamescastle  |  35-50 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

Overall rating
5/5

Kruger is the definitive game park and there are other game reserves within the country.

Patrick Eichiner   –  
Germany DE
Visited: June 2017 Reviewed: Sep 19, 2017

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A beautiful connection between people, wildlife and nature. Botswana is a well protected jewel!
Overall rating
5/5

The travel was well organized and all transitions went smooth and on time. The wildlife is stunning so is the nature. The guides were all extremely knowledgeable. Highlight was the Chobe National Park, during dry season a large variety of animals come together. We loved the boat tour. After that we flew into the Okavango Delta, very different experience the vegetation is different and the jeeps are allowed to leave the tracks and go deep into the bush to trace down cats. We loved it.My personal highlight was the walking Safari as it's the missing piece between game viewing and the story on nature and it's symbiosis. The stories were jaw dropping and teach you respect and admiration for Mother Nature and it's natural balance.

Average User Rating

  • 4.8/5
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