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Viva Safaris
- Office In:
- Size:
- 50-100 employees (Founded in 1991)
- Member Of:
- Southern Africa Tourism Services Association
- Tour Types:
- Mid-range tours that, when possible, use accommodations owned and operated by them
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $83 to $205 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
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Reviews
Email Arianna | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Good
Very good for the price and quality. Very professional looking.
Efficient, Organised, Friendly
Hello all, my partner and I spent 6 days in Kruger with Viva Safaris and it was a wonderful experience! From pick up, to drop off, to stops made along the way to Kruger (to change transport etc), it was very well organised. The lodge is situated in an excellent area for game viewing, with majority of good sightings being done on our more local morning and evening game drives.
The staff are very welcoming and friendly, special shout out to Smiley who was with us for the majority of our trip. WOW! He made sure our needs were met, and tried his absolute best to get us the best viewings. Thank you to all the staff from the kitchen, as well as Luke, Nadine, Rocky, Raymond and Victor also. The days to Kruger are long, driving there is 1.5 hours roughly, and same back. As this was the highlight of our trip and many other guests, I would really like to recommend that vehicles leave a lot earlier. You arrive at Kruger around 10am, and by this point, a lot of viewings have already taken place. We saw all of the Big 5, as well as painted dog and many more wonderful animals. The food was good, we didn't go hungry at all, and the schedules were well planned. Again, just if there was one change, we would have loved to have actually spent 'full days' in Kruger if this was possible. We would highly recommend Viva Safaris overall.
NL
Email Simone & Anna | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An unforgettable experience
There are no words able to describe the emotions we felt during the three days at the Tremisana Lodge. Experiencing the wildness, looking for the animals in the bushes, stargazing one of the clearest night sky in the world. Those are experiences that make you feel alive.
The sunset cruise was an incredible adventure. Having dinner in the middle of nowhere, with the company of an elephant and just a fence dividing you from the wild life was awesome.
The day at Kruger? It felt like being in one of those National Geographic kind of documentaries, but in first person. Our ranger was very professional, always trying to let us take the perfect shots of the wild life, as well as keeping us safe. We never felt in danger during the safari.
The sunrise cruise was quite a rush but worth it. You can see the animals awakening and starting their daily routines. We were lucky with the weather and manage to observe an outstanding sunrise. Do you know the opening scene of The Lion King? That is the kind of thing you will experience.
The lodge was the best compromise between comfort and wildness. There isn't much choice for the food but one have also to keep in mind that the village is literally in the middle of nowhere, so one should never expect to have a restaurant-type of experience in such case. The room was clean and the shower provides hot water. The people working at the lodge, as well as the rangers, are all very kind and professional. They properly take care of you.
Totally recommended if one wants to have a safari experience.
DE
Email Raphael | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Overall great Safari with the best group and guides!
Our 6-day safari with Viva Safaris in Kruger National Park was absolutely phenomenal. From start to finish, everything was meticulously organized, ensuring a seamless and stress-free adventure. The accommodations were comfortable and perfectly complemented the safari atmosphere, making it easy to immerse ourselves in the wild surroundings. We could even spot animals like giraffes, elephants, hippos, hyaenas and warthogs from the lodge.
The number of game drives was impressive, with plenty of opportunities to explore both the private Olifant Reserve and the Kruger Park. Each drive brought new thrills, thanks to the fantastic guides who shared fascinating insights about the animals and their habitats.
A special shoutout to Smiley, whose fun and easygoing personality kept the vibes high during our drives and bush walks. Rocky was another standout, a talented spotter who made our sunrise drive unforgettable by finding a rhino and later tracking down an entire lion family in Kruger. And then there’s Nadine, who wowed us by spotting a chameleon at night—her passion for wildlife truly shines through in everything she does.
Overall, Viva Safaris exceeded our expectations in every way. If you’re looking for an adventure that’s as informative as it is exciting, I highly recommend booking with them. We’ll definitely be back! And yes, we have seen all big five :)
IT
Email giulia | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
hakuna matata
we really enjoyed our stay at Tremisana with VivaSafaris. Their organization was excellent: every evening they read the program for the day and every day was different, with game drives at different times and places so that you could enjoy the nature always at its best.
"Hakuna matata" was the vibe: we did not need to think of anything except taking photos and arriving on time for the activies.
The guides were very prepared, born and raised there, they knew very well the territory, the history and behaviour of animals. We managed to see everyday new animals and discover something more about the history of the reserve, the plants, the local population.
Our room was clean and spacious, the food was good too.
IT
Email Luca | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Extraordinary experience
We had an amazing experience during all our stay in Tremisana Lodge with viva safaris. All the activities were perfectly organized and the communications was always clear. We really enjoyed all the safaris with our guides Rocky, Lucky, Ray, Luke, Smiley, Nadine: they all played an important role to create unforgettable memories.
CA
Email Carl | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Such a well organized Safari!
We just got back from our African Safari and it was by far the best father daughter trip ever imaginable. We saw the big 5! The guides really try to accommodate to make sure you get the best experience imaginable. The staff all work to make sure your entire stay is memorable. I would highly recommend Viva Safaris, we stayed at Marc’s Tree house and the accommodations were excellent. There are animals on the property giving you the full experience.
NZ
Email Donny | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great value, awesome experience
I had to change plans suddenly when I arrived. I called viva and asked. They picked me up at the airport literally 10 minutes later (even though my booking was for the next day) and accommodated everything fully. I know I got a bit lucky with availability, but they didn’t have to accomodate me at such short notice. The safari was awesome, guides and drivers were awesome. Food was great, and the tented safari was such an awesome experience. I have recommended my family make a visit asap
CA
Email Karen M | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Lucky and Nadine were amazing at helping me check off the big 5
Lucky, Nadine and Andy were amazing and so thoughtful. Making the big trip from Canada and traveling alone here to South Africa they were not only accommodating & friendly they also made me feel safe and comfortable seeing these animals close up for the first time. They all and in particular Andy reassured me that for the most part animals are not the problem as they are only trying to protect themselves. This safari opened up a whole new world for me that I will forever cherish. Thanks to Lucky, Nadine and Andy ❤️🇨🇦
Email Bob | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Customer friendly and great value for money
Right from the first communications service was great and this continued throughout the trip. We saw so many animals up close in their natural environment. It really was amazing.
