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:
- $78 to $193 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
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Reviews
JP
Email Kei | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazingly supportive and caring
Definitely more than just experiencing safari. People are all nice and friendly, lodges and tents are clean and comfortable, and foods are very nice.
Bush walking with armed ranger was one of the most impressive events, which you could never experience in Greater Kruger.
Email Ashan Jayasuriya | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A Remarkable Safari Adventure with Viva Safaris in Tresimana and Kruger National Park
Our recent safari adventure with Viva Safaris in Tresimana and Kruger National Park was an absolute masterpiece of wildlife exploration and natural beauty. From the moment we arrived, the exceptional hospitality and dedication to conservation set the tone for an unforgettable journey.
Kruger National Park's sprawling landscapes and diverse wildlife came to life during every thrilling game drive. The guides from Viva Safaris showcased their expertise, sharing captivating insights about each animal we encountered, from elephants to lions. The lodge accommodations in Tresimana perfectly blended comfort with an immersive wilderness experience.
A highlight was the guided walking safari, where we tracked wildlife on foot, gaining a deeper connection to the environment. Under the African sun and starlit skies, moments around the campfire were filled with laughter and camaraderie.
Viva Safaris' commitment to creating a sustainable and educational adventure shines through. This safari was a transformative journey, reigniting my passion for nature and leaving me with cherished memories. If you're seeking an authentic and awe-inspiring safari, Viva Safaris' Tresimana and Kruger National Park experience is second to none.
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Email Lee-Ann Mills | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The experience was magical
The accommodations for the first night of our stay was sketchy at best !!! - when we transferred to our "tree house" camp, the accommodations were as expected and honestly, a step up from where we stayed the first night. The tours were fantastic - the drives/guides were knowledgeable and the vehicles were great - we spotted all the animals we wanted to see (except a Leopard) - was a great time of the year to go on Safari (warm days and cool nights/mornings) - also, since it's outside of the "rainy" season, the vegetation made for great animal spotting! Overall, the experience was fantastic!
SG
Email Baiyong | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fantastic experience
All crews are nice and helpful. We saw 4/5 big fives except leopards.
BR
Email João Alcantara | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent!!
The team at Viva Safaris is excellent, the accommodations are perfect, the food is delicious, the tours are magnificent. Thanks for giving me this experience! A positive highlight for the excellent service provided by Patti Landau! The Safari guides are super experienced, by the second day we had already seen all the Big Five! Thanks Viva Safaris!
BE
Email Phillipe | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very efficient staff, wonderful trip
My first contact was with Patricia, who helped me solving a problem with a local company, and provided me a very good address for my stay in Johannesburgh after the safari. The trip between Johannesburgh and the lodge is long, but when we arrived we were welcomed by Tuney's wonderful smile... and Victoria the olifant. All staff members are efficient and friendly. And, of course, the nature is wonderful. We saw large amounts of animals: olifants, lions, zebras, giraffes, impalas, buffalos... An unforgettable trip.
Email Ben | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing
Went here as part of Viva Safaris 6 day Tremisana/Treehouse Safari holiday.
Was blown away from the first game drive to the last, Balule gives you a very up close experience of near enough every animal. Lions and elephants so close you could touch them!
Every member of staff was happy and couldn’t do enough for us.
A special mention to Lucky and Smiley, the best guides you could possibly have, always full of information and keeping everyone laughing.
10/10, sad we couldn’t have stayed longer!
FR
Email Yazid | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Disappointed
we booked for 5 days. We have safari experience. unfortunately we were disappointed. The group is too big, the cars are not comfortable, some drivers seem inexperienced and so you don't see much. And the meals are catastrophic and not generous. In short, everything was counted. and shortened safari times. After Botswana, Kenya and Tanzania, we are disappointed. especially since the Balule reserve is really not terrible with electric cables crossing the area and which takes away the charm of the real safari.
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Email Gabe | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great staff and Great experience!!
I had a group of 11 friends and family.
We had a great time with Viva in Kruger NP.
We saw all of the Big 5 plus many others.
The staff was extremely nice, and we even made some new friends. Patti is the best to work with, setting up the trip? We loved the whole experience, and this will not be our last visit!!
Email Priscilla | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Awesome tour operator from booking assistance to the safari itself.
I came across Viva Safaris whilst doing a research on Google for a short safari holiday.
It was going to be my first safari experience.
From the booking process to the stay,everything was great.
Patti assisted me in the booking and she was very prompt in her responses , making it so easy to book the tour.
The accommodations and the tours were as described in the brochures.
No hidden extras or costs and they explain all in a leaflet you get on your drive to the lodge, including how and how much to tip the drivers and the guides.
I would say great value for money and very reliable especially with the airport transfers and transfers between accommodations.
The guided tours were amazing.Saw so many animals including the Big 5 and the guides are very friendly and knowledgeable.Overall the staff at all locations were great and helpful.Not to mention the cooks
