Red Africa Safaris Team
Red Africa Safaris
- Office In:
- Size:
- 1-5 employees (Founded in 2012)
- Member Of:
- SATSA, FGASA, SATIB & LEDET
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $161 to $639 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
Email Marc | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An Experience We’ll Never Forget
This was our first ever safari, and the experience with Red Africa Safaris in Kruger National Park couldn’t have been better. We visited in April 2026, and having Jaco as our guide made all the difference.
What stood out most was how naturally Jaco reads the bush. He didn’t just point out animals — he helped us understand what we were seeing, from subtle behavior to how different species interact with their surroundings. His deep respect for nature and conservation came through in everything he shared, which added so much value to every drive.
Beyond his expertise, Jaco was calm, welcoming, and genuinely thoughtful throughout the trip. He constantly checked in with us and made sure each day felt well paced and enjoyable. It was clear he cared deeply about giving us a memorable safari, not just ticking boxes.
One thing we didn’t expect was how good the food would be. After full days out in the park, coming back to fresh, beautifully prepared meals was a real highlight in itself.
This trip will stay with us for a very long time. I can wholeheartedly recommend Red Africa Safaris, and if you’re lucky enough to have Jaco as your guide, you’re in excellent hands.
Email Isabel | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Unforgettable Safari experience
We had an absolutely incredible experience with Red Africa Safaris in Kruger National Park (April 2026), and our guide Jaco made it truly unforgettable.
The incredible beauty of the Kruger National Park took our breath away and the experience with Red Africa Safaris was just excellent.
Jaco’s wildlife expertise is outstanding—he has deep knowledge of animal behavior and shared fascinating insights that made every sighting special. What really stood out was his genuine passion and respect for wildlife and conservation, which added so much meaning to the experience.
Jaco was kind, patient, and incredibly accommodating, always going the extra mile to make sure we had the best possible trip, even improvising activities to adapt to the weather. He was also a fantastic photographer and cook—delicious meals after long safari days made the experience even better.
We’re extremely grateful for all Jaco’s (and Red Africa Safaris) effort and care. We highly recommend Red Africa Safaris for an unforgettable safari experience!
Email Devon Gilbert | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Absolutely an amazing way to spend your birthday
I went to South Africa for my 30th birthday and to say it was a breeze is an understatement. Red Africa made it so special and our guide Jaco made it so unforgettable. He is truly a master at his craft and I highly recommend him and Red Africa. One of the best experiences of my life.
Email Reed Winter | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Jaco was passionate, attentive and really cared about our comfort and that every one was happy!
We couldn’t have asked for a better tour. It was organized and felt very professional. Jaco our tour guide was amazing. His passion for the job and animals/nature in general really made for great conversations. Any questions we had we would have an answer! By the end of the 5 days it felt like we had a good bond between the group and Jaco which felt good! Overall I’d say it felt very worth the money. We got to see so much within the 5 days and it was definitely a trip of a lifetime that I’ll never forget!
Email Tony Marchetti | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Jocko is a truly impressive person who is both extremely knowledgeable and fun to hangout with!
Our group had a very good experience. Of course Kruger was amazing but Red Safari does a great job of making the rest of the trip amazing too. They break up the driving with unique stops along the way and have picked out some really cool resorts you stay at that I don’t think you would find without them. I also can’t say enough nice things about our guide Jocko. He made a great trip even better with effortless charm, easy going attitude, and vast knowledge of the bush. It is easy to see that he really loves what he does.
Email Heidi Peinthor | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
One of a Kind
We had the absolute privilege of spending several unforgettable days on safari with Jaco from Red Africa Safaris, and I truly cannot recommend him highly enough. From the Panoramic Route to the Moholoholo Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre and our time in Kruger National Park, every moment of the experience was elevated by his incredible knowledge, professionalism, and genuine passion for what he does.
Jaco is exceptionally skilled and deeply in tune with his craft as a guide. He shared insight after insight about the landscape, wildlife, and ecosystems in a way that made the entire journey feel meaningful, immersive, and personal. He was also wonderfully patient with our group, consistently kind, friendly, and thoughtful—someone you immediately feel comfortable around and confident traveling with.
What made the experience even more special was the care he put into every detail of our trip. He even cooked for us—and truly, he’s an outstanding chef! It’s rare to find someone who brings that level of dedication, warmth, and talent to every part of the safari experience.
This was genuinely the trip of a lifetime for us, and Jaco played a huge role in making it so memorable. We already miss our time on safari with him and feel incredibly grateful for everything he shared with us along the way.
If you are considering a safari, I wholeheartedly recommend booking with Red Africa Safaris—and be sure to ask for Jaco. You’ll be in the very best hands.
Email David C. Lundsgaard | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Responsive, courteous, knowledgeable, and reliable.
Red Africa Safaris was top-notch in all respects. Their office staff was responsive and willing to answer all of my questions, including discussing possible modifications to the proposed itinerary and how that would affect cost. When I arrived, I got all that I paid for and more. My guide Jaco was reliable, courteous, and knowledgeable. The lodge that they arranged for in Greater Kruger was great and exactly what I was hoping for in terms of a wildlife experience. I'm sure I could have paid more for fancier accommodations, but I was looking for an experience of the geography and environment of Greater Kruger with knowledgeable and reliable guides, not for the latest hotel amenities, and I got precisely that.
Email Piggle | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Red Africa Safaris - Brilliant
If you want an amazing safari experience then book with Red Africa Safaris. They were well priced, delivered everything and more. We had a brilliant guide, knowledgeable, professional and thoroughly lovely. South Africa is beautiful.
Email Carey Kight | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very knowledgeable personable made the trip fun
Awesome trip great guidance
Magical seeing the animals
Lodging was nice the bush tent was the beat
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Email Carlo Grignani | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Extremely professional tour operator with excellent value for money
We have been introduced to Red Africa Safaris by a very experienced traveller and long time friend, who travelled with them in previous years.
We are a family of 4 (with 2 teenagers) and Red Africa Safaris has arranged for us a 9-day self drive trip from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth with a 4 days extension at Kruger Park and Blyde river Canyon.
Amelia has provided an excellent organization of the tour and selection of the accomodations and has been able to meet all our requirements and indeed to exceed our expectations.
Jaco has been super kind and patient with us and extremely professional to guide us in the days we spent together visiting the Blyde river canyon and neighboring areas.
We have also very much valued the support of Red Africa Safaris to the conservation fund, which fully aligns with our approach to nature and wildlife. It has been definitively a trip of a lifetime and could not be happier.