Outlook Safaris
- Located In:
- Size:
- 20-50 employees (Founded in 1998)
- Member Of:
- SATSA & FGASA
- Tour Types:
- Small & medium group tours (Budget & mid-range)
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $53 to $141 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
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50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
May in Kruger
We went with outlook in May of 2013. They exceeded any expections I had for a first trip to South Africa.
All of our arrangements were made via email which they responded to very promptly. We needed flexibility with our day of departure and they were very helpful.
The equipment is first class. You could not ask for a better staff! Debbie was our guide and she is excellent! Our food was perfect each day!
Base camp in Kruger is well located and has anything you may need for your trip.
We plan to return next year and Outlook will again be our choice!
Thank guys for a 5 star trip.
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Email Mary and Jim | 65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
The experience of a lifetime.
Having travelled extensively I can heartily recommend Outlook Safaris. We have done both the Classic and Explorer series of safaris and of importance to me was being with the guides not only during the drives, but having them about at other hours as well to answer questions ensuring a more complete understanding of nature. The guides are accredited and their knowledge is outdone only by their enthusiasm for the job. The vehicles are high and comfortable. This is significant as they enable one to see into the bush better, especially at times when the grasses are higher. Dinner in the bush by candlelight and a dedicated cook at camp insures an unforgettable adventure. I would also recommend a stay both before and after the safari at Outlook Lodge where Francois will cater to your every need. All in all,the experience of a lifetime.
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Email Sherry | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fabulous trip!!
Just a wonderful experience!!
Felt good to
Not have to spend a fortune to have such a unique and beautiful experience!!
Great guides & great food & great service all around! Saw so many animals & birds.
Was just a wonderful experience exploring Kurger..
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Email Heena | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Big Five and More
We absolutely loved our 4-day camping safari experience with Outlook! Before booking, we reached out to the tour operator with dozens of questions and Salomi answered all of them in a timely and professional manner. From start to finish, the tour was exceptional—well-organized, efficient, and punctual. We were hesitant about staying in a tent, but it was in great condition and had all the necessities, including electrical outlets! The facilities at the camp were well taken care of and the food provided during breakfast and dinner was exceptional. A big shout-out to the head chef for taking care of our dietary restrictions—he did a fantastic job at putting together carefully considered delicious dishes. The guides who took us out on the drives were knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and did a good job of giving us plenty of opportunities to take some photos. Thanks for the wonderful memories, Outlook!
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Email Darren | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Security an issue
This review was very difficult review to write. The staff, especially the camp host and cook are very pleasant people. Rickson, one of the guides went above and beyond to make our last safari truly memorable. I’ve had over 30 safaris and he is truly a fantastic guide who tries to meet his clients needs. The chef was also amazing. I did not expect to be fed so well.
Now the bad. One of the guides got very intoxicated the first evening and we did not see him again until 36 hours later.sadly it gets worse. We had are tent broken into and some of our money stolen. They left some money and my iPad so it could have been worse. Outlook claims that this was the first time that it had ever happened with guests commonly leaving everything in their tents with no issue. One the last day they even ask you to leave your tents completely open with your belongings. Strike 3 is that they told us to expect a email from our booking agent (not sure what that means) but it’s been over 36 hours later and nothing yet,
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Email Ingrid | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
An amazing adventure
Outlook safari is a wonderful organizer. They booked everything for me, understanding my needs and the way I travel. The trip in Kruger was simply fantastic, from the guides who are both so professionnal and friendly ,who love and respect nature so much and who know so much about it, to the jeeps (very high and confortable vehicles equipped with a warm poncho for the early morning game), to the meals on the camp. Everything was just wonderfully organized and showed a great sense of customer service and hospitality.
They have also plan my trip to Cape Town which was amazing. I can only recommand Outlook safari to anyone travelling to south africa.
Email Mark | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Comprehensive service, fantastic experience
Outlook provides a comprehensive service and the safari I went on in Kruger was a fantastic, memorable experience. They are easy to deal with and the booking process is simple.
I booked the 4 day classic safari, based in the Skukuza Restcamp. I went in August and on the game drives I had close up views of elephants, giraffes, zebras, lions, leopards, kudu, impalas, wildebeest, rhinos, hippopotamuses, buffaloes, spotted hyena, vervet monkeys, baboons and other grazing animals – there was plenty of wildlife in the Skukuza area.
One of the issues to decide before booking is how long to go for - I saw white rhinos, buffaloes and a spotted hyena close up for the first time on the last day so if you’ve got the time available I’d say 4 days is about right.
I included the Panorama Route and that was a worthwhile swap for one of the game drives.
The Outlook base camp in Skukuza has a high turnover as guests join and depart and they manage that part of their operation really well.
Email Jackie H | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Exceeded all our expectations
We were really impressed by how Outlook Safaris helped us plan our first family safari. Elsabe was brilliant and I felt her advice on where to stay was spot on. She answered all our questions promptly and in detail; we changed plans a couple of times and this was dealt with efficiently. We wanted to stay in a small affordable lodge (we are a family of 5) that gave us an extra special experience of the bush and her recommendation of Nkorho Bush Lodge was perfect. The safari experience and lodge exceeded our expectations and it was the absolute highlight of our 3 week holiday in South Africa. We had a fantastic ranger (Werner) and tracker (Chris) who were obviously passionate about their jobs and we felt that each drive was special; my husband is a really keen birder and I felt that Werner went out of his way to make sure that he spotted as many species as possible (several Ground Hornbills on our last game drive was a dream). We also saw leopards on nearly every game drive plus exciting views of lions, rhino, elephant, buffalo, hippo, jackal, hyenas............we are already starting to plan our next safari and would definitely use Outlook Safaris again.
Wildlife Encounters
Outlook Safaris was very professional right from the start when I emailed them and got a very prompt reply. Although it was a last-minute decision to go on a safari during the peak winter season, Elsabe, the consultant with Outlook, managed to find me a last spot on the dates I preferred. Communication with her both prior to and after booking with them was always very pleasant, polite and prompt. The service I received during the 3-day safari I booked also surpassed my expectations. Despite it being the busy safari season, I had very personalised attention and was either alone or with just one or two other guests during the game drives I had with Outlook in their vehicle. The exception was during the sunset drive when I was put together with other guests with another operator that specialises in sunset drives (apparently, most safari operators do not have access to the reserve after dusk). The food provided by Outlook -- 2 breakfasts and dinners -- was also of an excellent, professional standard. The return transfers from Johannesburg to Kruger were also handled by highly competent drivers, who kept good conversation and gave me interesting insights into South Africa. The best part of the safari is, of course, the game drives themselves, and once again, I had excellent guides in the form of Johannes and F.J.. In the 2 morning and 1 afternoon drives, I managed to see all the Big 5 -- elephants, rhinoceros, lions, buffalos and the elusive leopard. Most of the these, except for the leopard, were close encounters and we had multiple sightings of them, thanks to their experience and quick eye. I was thrilled to see at close range, hyenas, giraffes, kudus, zebras, and blue wildebeests, including the smaller, iconic creatures like guinea fowls and lots of impalas. This was my first safari and it proved to be a most unforgettable one, thanks to the great team at Outlook Safaris. I would highly recommend them as the experience was worth every single cent I spent.
We were (10 of us) thrilled with our Kruger experience. It was certainly the highlight of our trip.
Well everything worked out so well and we agreed it was one of best experiences we have had. To see those amazing animals and birds in their natural surroundings and just going about their business was amazing to see. The guides were terrific and very knowledgeable and how they could drive and look out for animals at the same time really amazed us. The accommodation was above our expectations and the food - well it was first class (good on you cooks!) Moses was a great organiser and carried us safely from Johannesburg. FJ and Matthew were fantastic guides. Elsabe was very attentive to our needs when booking the trip. All in all a wonderful experience, and thanks to everyone. I forgot to mention Outlook Lodge - it was excellent and meals also great.