Nick van de Wiel of Tailor Made Safaris
Tailor Made Safaris
- Located In:
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Netherlands
- Size:
- 5-10 employees (Founded in 2009)
- Member Of:
- FGASA, TKZN, MHCTO & EDTEA
- Tour Types:
- Self-drive mid-range & luxury tours
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $94 to $409 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
Email Bev | 65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
In our experience, Tailor Made Safaris were friendly, helpful and well organised.
Our brief was a of mix of safaris and beach locations over Christmas and New Year. Candance provided us with a selection of game reserves and beach locations from which to choose. We found this extremely helpful given the huge number of options available to us. Candance went on to make the reservations for us and also arranged all our road transfers. We were in contact with Candance throughout our two week holiday, should we have needed anything. This just left us to sit back and enjoy. Which we did!
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Email Anke en Ron | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An Unforgettable e Family Safari in South Africa
We traveled with **Safaris op Maat** and had an absolutely amazing holiday. We first met **Geert and Robin** at the Travel Fair, where we were able to clearly share our wishes. We were looking for a trip suitable for **teenagers**, with a **varied program**, **limited driving distances**, the opportunity to see the **Big Five**, and a good balance between **relaxation and activities**.
Based on one of their “standard” itineraries, a proposal was made and then fine-tuned together with us through short and efficient lines of communication. Accommodations and travel details were discussed and adjusted where needed to perfectly match our preferences. It truly felt like a tailor-made journey.
During the trip itself, communication remained excellent. We had direct contact with **Geert and his local team**, with easy and quick WhatsApp communication whenever needed, for example when something was unclear in the detailed travel documents. Any questions were answered promptly and professionally.
Thanks to the outstanding organization and personal approach, we could fully relax and enjoy our journey. **We had a fantastic holiday and highly recommend Safaris op Maat!**
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Email Larry and Hanneke Rackwitz | 65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
An excellent holiday with Tailor Made Safaris
If you decide to book a safari in KwaZulu-Natal, Tailor Made Safaris is the perfect partner to turn all your wishes into an adventurous and beautiful experience. You immediately feel at ease while travelling through South Africa, thanks to a complete package of information and documentation, a TomTom navigation system, and a mobile phone (provided free of charge) by Tailor Made Safaris.
Once again, we enjoyed a wonderful, adventurous, and intense journey through beautiful South Africa, in KwaZulu-Natal. Everything was impeccably organised by Geert and his team at Tailor Made Safaris. Our trip took us, among other places, to Kosi Bay Forest Lodge, located in the stunning iSimangaliso Wetland Park, close to the Mozambican border. From there we spent a few nights in Tembe Elephant Park, followed by St Lucia, where—after five years—we finally experienced a very special evening scene: several hippos, including baby hippos, emerging from the river that runs alongside St Lucia and walking straight through the main street!
To conclude this exceptional journey—made even more meaningful by the three books we had read about the remarkable origins of this reserve—we spent three nights at Thula Thula: peace and tranquillity in the heart of Zululand.
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Email Nathalie | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fantastic
This year, we got in touch with Tailor Made Safaris at the Vakantiebeurs. We first had a very pleasant conversation with a previous traveller who had booked through Tailor Made Safaris, followed by an inspiring presentation by Geert. After that, Robin took over the conversation with us.
The discussion went very well, and we truly felt heard in terms of our wishes. At that stage, we were still quite open and unsure about what we really wanted to do or where exactly we wanted to go.
We shared all our wishes and our budget, and Robin came up with great ideas and options for our trip. In the end, we were able to put together a beautiful tailor-made journey, made possible by the excellent and ongoing communication.
During our 3.5-week trip through South Africa, the contact with Robin and the other team members remained excellent. All accommodations and activities were perfectly arranged. It was truly a worry-free journey and 100% enjoyment.
Tailor Made Safaris is highly recommended!
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Email Sandra | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Very good en friendly tour operator!
We made a beautiful journey through South Africa and enjoyed it immensely. We saw and experienced so much, with Tailor Made Safaris supporting us every step of the way with advice and practical help.
The travel book you receive in advance is an excellent guide during the trip. Tailor Made Safaris truly lives up to its name: it is genuinely tailor-made.
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Email Molenbeek | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Super good and reliable...friendly. Easy to reach.
The five of us had a fantastic trip. We went with our children, ages 15, 17, and 18, and my wife and I. Before we left, we received a book with all the information we needed: departure times, routes, where to shop for groceries, or where to eat. Absolutely everything. This made the trip even more relaxing. Once we arrived in South Africa after a long flight, we picked up our rental car. This was also arranged by Safari Op Maat, as was an eSIM card since our phones weren't working. This was necessary because we wanted to drive the route accurately. We spent 12 days traveling in South Africa, covering approximately 1,300 kilometers. We saw the Big 5, the friendly people, the beautiful scenery, and the fantastic lodges, each more beautiful than the last. We ate delicious food. This was truly the best trip of our lives so far. We hope to experience many more trips like this. Since we've only seen a small part of Africa so far, we'd love to return. Thanks to SAFARI OP Maat on behalf of our entire family. Sincerely, Roy
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Email Annemiek | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Well cared for on an adventure.
We received a detailed itinerary that covered absolutely everything. We chose Tailor-Made Safaris because of the personalized guidance, and we weren't disappointed. It made us feel safe, and everything was perfectly organized. The trip was varied, encompassing mountains, the coast, and, of course, the safaris. We loved Tembe Elephant and the Wetland Park Drive with guide Johan at iSimangaliso's Eastern Shores. We wouldn't recommend the cultural tour to a Zulu village. The rainy weather made Kosi Bay less enjoyable, so we missed out on snorkeling and relaxing by the pool. Our stay at Makongo Hills was fantastic. We enjoyed the friendly people and beautiful South Africa.
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Email Irene Hoekstra | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Robin was involved during the trip, wich made us feel very comfortable! Fantastic and varied package
Thanks for the very wonderful service and helpful information about our Holliday in South Africa, We truly had the time of our lives! Ar first, i was a bit anxious about traveling alone with my two children- especially driving ourselves through the various reserves. but thnx to good Robin’s excellent preparation and support, everything went smoothly. We felt safe, well informed and completely at ease throughout the journey. it was an unforgettable experience!
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Email Shelagh | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Super
We had a beautiful trip. Completely taken care of and even more wonderful than I had dared to dream. Truly top locations throughout. Even while I was there, when I wanted to add or change a few things on the spot, everything was immediately arranged and fully tailored to my wishes. A journey I never thought I would make. I can recommend it to everyone.
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Email Diny | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Tailor Made Safaris put together the perfect trip for us. We wanted to experience everything.
Tailor Made Safaris put together the perfect trip for us. We wanted to experience everything—and we truly did. The journey exceeded all expectations. For three weeks, we went from one moment of amazement to the next. Driving ourselves worked perfectly, and the contact via the app was very pleasant and reassuring.
The entire trip—from start to finish—was clearly laid out in a well-organised travel book with all the necessary information. We can look back on a wonderful holiday in South Africa.
Geert, Angela, and the entire team: thank you very much.
