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Pembury Tours
- Office In:
- Size:
- 20-50 employees (Founded in 1996)
- Member Of:
- Southern Africa Tourism Services Association
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $100 to $2,000 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
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Email Laura | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Perfect
We had an unforgettable 7-day holiday in South Africa (August 18–25, 2025) perfectly organized by Pembury Tours. From the very beginning, Melanie assisted us with patience and professionalism, tailoring the itinerary to our needs and answering every question promptly.
Our trip started in Cape Town and surroundings: the Peninsula Tour, the Cape of Good Hope, and Hermanus with its whale watching were truly breathtaking experiences. Every transfer and activity was seamlessly arranged, leaving us free to enjoy the beauty of the region without any logistical concerns.
The highlight of our journey was the 4-day safari in the Kruger Park reserves. We were able to admire lions, elephants, leopards, and many other animals in their natural environment. The lodges were well chosen, combining comfort with authenticity, and the guides were both knowledgeable and engaging.
Throughout the entire holiday we felt supported and cared for, with impeccable attention to detail. Pembury Tours delivered exactly what we were hoping for: a smooth, worry-free trip filled with extraordinary memories. We would wholeheartedly recommend Pembury Tours to anyone considering a trip to South Africa. Thank you, Melanie, and all the staff, for making this experience truly exceptional!
CA
Email Nancy Scott | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Wonderful safari with Pembury tours
Thank you Anya for the great planning and for your relevant recommendations for our safari. We really appreciated the time you have invested with us to personnalize our safari according to our preferences. Your expertise, your experience and your proactivity have been really appreciated. We had a wonderful trip and we fully recommend Anya at Pembury tours!
Email Nola | 65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
I Relaxed and let Pembury book an amazing trip!
Melanie at Pembury Tours organised a wonderful trip. Usually I spend a long time researching our holidays, agonising over flights and accommodation. Thanks to Melanie we had a stress-free holiday with everything going to plan.
We stayed at amazing lodges and never had a moment's worry about our transfers or tours.
Right from the Meet & Greet at the airport to our return to Johannesburg everything went smoothly and often exceeded our expectations. I have travelled to Africa before but this trip was by far the most relaxing and enjoyable.
The Pembury Travel Portal was an invaluable resource and Melanie maintained communication throughout the process of researching, booking and travelling.
For a well organised and amazing holiday in Africa I would highly recommend Pembury Tours.
Email Anil Naidu | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Once in a Life time Trip
Countries Visited - Botswana / Zimbabwe ( Victoria Falls)
No of People - 2
Safari trip Comfort level:- Mix - ( Luxury+ / Luxury / Rustic African Camp)
As soon as we sent a request asking Pembury Tours for their assistance, we got a prompt reply from Gail Davis ( Point of Contact)giving us the trip options / explaining the details etc.
During the booking process, Gail was impressive with her efficiency, advice and willingness to engage in discussions about alternatives. Gail was extremely patient/professional in answering all our questions.
She arranged all Africa Internal flights, meet & greets in Airports ,accommodation, meals and logistics in Southafrica / Botswana / Zimbabawe . She arranged even all our additional activities in Zimbabwe . Everything was taken care to the point and worked like a well oiled machine without any glitch / chaos, we were really impressed with this.
We wanted to expierence all kinds of accomdation in Botswana , from luxury+ camps to Very Rustic camps , it was taken care perfectly . We stayed in a total of 9 Lodges/camps and everything was taken care perfectly .
The accommodation recommendations were all of high quality be it food/accommodation/service. The accommodations (different from each other) exceeded expectations and everywhere we appreciate the staff’s politeness.
Any customisation requests in the itinerary/room types were diligently handled by Gail. She went that extra mile and ensured that we got the rooms of our choice in all the accommodations throughout the trip.
Gail also had arranged a best room for our 2 night chobe river cruise on the Chobe Princess , this was one of our main highlights of the trip
Gail helped us with a detailed & Extensive guide explaining the Visa requirements / Currencies / Vaccintions / Medicines / Do’s & Dont’s etc , this was extremely helpful in planning our trip and avoid confusions / chaos during the trip .She kept checking up on us throughout the trip and ensured our trip went smoothly.
Pembury as a company was extremely honest/transparent in financial dealings, invoice was released immediately for any payment made. We really appreciate that.
All in all, it was a most memorable once-in-a-lifetime trip. We are really glad, extremely happy and satisfied that we chose Pembury tours. They EXCEEDED our Expectations. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
NZ
Email Cathy and James | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazingly helpful and efficient: thank you Melanie!
We had the most incredible 2 week trip to Botswana: staying in three stunning Desert and Delta lodges. Honestly, every aspect of the trip massively exceeded our expectations…it was the perfect adventure! The wildlife and scenery are extraordinary, and we could not have been looked after better by the kind, generous staff at every lodge.
Loved the trip to Vic Falls and cruise on the Zambezi at the start too, which made a lovely relaxing start to the holiday.
Massive thank you to Melanie from Pembury: the itinerary was perfect, and we can’t wait to visit again!!
Email Geoff | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great to deal with.
Anya was wonderful in helping plan our first trip to South Africa. She took the time to find out what our interests were and what we hoped to see and then planned a great trip based on this, starting with 3 nights in Kariega Game Reserve which was a fantastic introduction to the wildlife, and then followed by a private Garden Route Tour which was excellent. Everything that Anya organised for us ran smoothly and she was often in contact with us before and after the trip to see how we were going and answer any of our questions. We would happily use Pembury Tours and Anya to organise future trips to Southern Africa for us.
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Email Lexi Demer | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Responsive!! Gail was incredible and even when we needed her during the trip, she replied within min
Gail was unbelievable! She put together an amazing honeymoon for my husband and I. The trip was perfect, packed with activities, and the accommodations were amazing. If I come back to South Africa, I will be reaching out to Gail again and I’d recommend her to anyone who is looking to travel there. She’s extremely responsive, dependable, and creates the most perfect customizable itinerary for whatever activities you’re interested in. My husband and I barely had to do a thing aside from show up. Effortless! Thank you, Gail!!!!
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Email Allegra | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Personalized Dream Trip to Cape Town
Melanie planned a dream trip to Cape Town for my sister and I. She worked within our budget, and was flexible based on the off-season variable weather. She was highly communicative, detailed, and extremely helpful in navigating a short but action-packed trip. The itinerary was perfect, accommodations were beautiful, and we'd absolutely use Pembury Tours again. Highly recommend!
Email Karolina Barrett | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
organised, thoughtful, and endlessly patient
Our honeymoon through South Africa (Cape Town, Stellenbosch, Franschhoek) and Kenya was truly the trip of a lifetime – all thanks to Melanie at Pembury Tours.
From the beginning, Melanie was an absolute star – incredibly organised, thoughtful, and endlessly patient with our many questions and last-minute changes. Every detail was taken care of: seamless transfers, hand-picked accommodations, and unforgettable experiences. We didn’t have to worry about a single thing. The itinerary struck the perfect balance of adventure and relaxation. We returned home so incredibly fulfilled - albeit I did cry on the plane as I would've stayed in Kenya forever!
We wholeheartedly recommend Pembury Tours to anyone looking for a personalised, stress-free, and extraordinary travel experience. Melanie made our dream honeymoon a reality – and we’ll always be grateful.
CA
Email Jacki S | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A Dream South African Journey Made Effortless by Pembury Tours
Our recent trip to South Africa was nothing short of magical, and we owe it all to Kerry Ririe at Pembury Tours. From the moment I reached out with our travel dates, budget, and a rough itinerary, Kerry took the reins and presented us with three stunning options—each more exciting than the last. It was clear from the start that she truly understood what we were looking for.
We began our journey with two delightful days in Franschhoek, wine tasting via the Hop-on Hop-Off Wine Tram. Elmer from La Rochelle Tours elevated the experience with his passion and knowledge, teaching us how to truly appreciate every glass. From there, Rosa at Paradise Touring guided us through the breathtaking Cape Peninsula, sharing the beauty of the coast, the charm of the penguins, and the majesty of Table Mountain under clear skies.
At Motswari Game Lodge, we were welcomed like family. Our guide Owen kept us laughing and marveling as we spotted the Big Five in a single evening—an unforgettable moment. The intimate encounters with elephants, lions, leopards, and graceful giraffes were awe-inspiring.
We wrapped up our adventure at the beautifully refreshed Idube Game Lodge, where the wildlife magic continued with wild dogs, even more leopards, and endless photo-worthy moments.
It was hands down the best vacation I’ve ever had with my family. Every detail was thought of, every experience was curated to perfection. When it’s time for our next African adventure, Pembury Tours will be our first call.
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