MoAfrika Tours Team
MoAfrika Tours
- Office In:
- Size:
- 50-100 employees (Founded in 2007)
- Member Of:
- SATSA, SAYTC & TGCSA
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $78 to $586 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
for a custom tour
Your request will be sent directly to the operator
If preferred, you can contact the operator directly
Reviews
DE
Email Jean-Baptiste | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Worthy experience
My best friend and I booked a Pilensberg day-trip via GetYourGuide 3 days before going, for 128€ per person.
Our pick up spot and time was at the @SandtonHotel at 6:00 AM. We didn’t stay at the hotel, so we had to choose it as a common pick up spot. We arrived at 5:56 and were told by the reception that the driver came at 5:45 and left a couple of minutes later. The reception had to contact the driver’s boss on our behalf so he could return to pick us up… We then enjoyed an eventless ride to a gas station after 1h for a break and finally to the reserve.
The morning “game” was good, it lasted close to 3 hours. We saw hippos, rhinos, elephants, zebras but no cats.
Lunch was good, and part of the package. Beef burger + a soda, it was good and served in a nice spot on the reserve.
The afternoon “game” was more disappointing, as it only lasted 1h25min, and for a long while, animals were hidden. We ended up seeing the same animals as in the morning + a giraffe up close. Still no cats.
Although nobody can control animals’ behaviors, the afternoon game felt rushed. I wish it lasted longer to increase chances to see rarer animals and enjoy the nature.
Desmond was a great guide, really funny and knowledgeable, with whom we felt in good hands.
Reply from MoAfrika Tours
Posted on Apr 12, 2025
Dear Jean,
Thank you for your thoughtful review and for sharing your Pilanesberg day-trip experience with us on Safaribookings.com.
We’re sorry for the confusion at pickup. While we collect from all hotels in Gauteng, GetYourGuide lists only select pickup points. Our driver arrived at @SandtonHotel at 5:45 AM and, not seeing you, proceeded with other Sandton pickups to stay on schedule. We regret any inconvenience this caused and appreciate the hotel’s help in ensuring you were picked up.
Regarding the game drives, our full-day Pilanesberg safari includes approximately 6 hours inside the park, with 4.5 to 5 hours of game viewing and a 1 to 1.5-hour lunch break. The morning drive typically lasts around 3.5 hours, while the afternoon drive is shorter, about 1.5 hours. This structure maximizes animal sightings, as mornings are cooler and animals are more active, whereas afternoons can be hotter, with animals often seeking shade. We’re sorry the afternoon felt rushed—we’ll ensure our guides clarify this difference upfront to set clear expectations.
We’re thrilled you enjoyed the morning drive, spotting hippos, rhinos, elephants, zebras, and a giraffe up close, as well as the lunch at the reserve. While we can’t control animal behavior, we understand the hope to see rarer animals like cats.
It was wonderful to hear your kind words about Desmond’s humor and knowledge—thank you for highlighting his great work!
Thank you again for choosing us and for your support. We wish you the best on the rest of your travels and hope to welcome you and your friend back for another adventure.
Warm regards
Anthony
Moafrika Tours
DE
Email Thorsten | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
just super classy good
It was a beautiful day and Eddie was the best. we saw all the Big Five
NZ
Email Grace | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Enthusiastic and very knowledgeable
We had an amazing time with Eddie! (The happy Chappy) he was a great driver and enabled us to see lots of animals and get great photos. Overall it was an out of this world experience!
CN
Email LAI | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
very good
very good. I have seen 4 of the big five.And the guide is so humorous
NZ
Email Regan | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Eddie was amazing - happy all the time, found all the animals and provided lots of information
Eddie was amazing - happy all the time, found all the animals and provided lots of information
Tour operator
We had an incredible experience at Pilanesberg National Park, thanks to our tour operator, Desmond. He was extremely knowledgeable, engaging, and made the entire tour fun and memorable. His passion for wildlife really came through, and we learned so much while enjoying every moment. Highly recommend asking for Desmond if you’re planning a visit!
Email Nathan | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Absolutely fantastic tour with Duan, Izzy, Stan and Mike. I recommend this tour to everyone!!!
This tour was unbelievable. Probably three of the best days of my life! At camp Duan and Izzy made us feel incredibly welcome and kept us entertained through. The food was lovely and the pick up was super convenient. Izzy went the extra mile and picked up some underwear for me as I had forgotten mine. I will be eternally grateful. The day tours into Kruger were simply amazing - Duan, Stan and Mike were extremely knowledgable, friendly and hilarious. We saw all of the big 5 and have made memories for a lifetime. I couldn’t fault a single thing and would come back in a heartbeat. I recommend this tour to everyone.
Email Taylah | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Beautiful panorama drive
The Panorama Route is absolutely stunning, and Stanley made the whole day even better. He was full of interesting information, but also knew when to keep things light and just let us enjoy the views. Relaxed, funny, and clearly knows the area really well—Stanley made it a really enjoyable day out.
Email Taylah | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Couldn’t have asked for more!
My safari afari was an incredible experience, and Izzy played a huge part in that. She made everyone feel instantly welcome and comfortable, and brought such great energy to the group. Between the big laughs and her calm, friendly presence, we genuinely had such a special time. Izzy really made it feel like more than just a tour.
HK
Email Carmen | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
amazing tour guide & operator!
Joined the 3D2N safari tour and it's an amazing and life-long experience to me! The tour operator is very responsive. And the guides are very funny and very informative to provide all kinds of animals habits/info to us. They are also very caring to make me feels like home in the campsite.
