Kruger Park Travel
- Located In:
- Size:
- 5-10 employees (Founded in 2014)
- Member Of:
- Southern Africa Tourism Services Association
- Tour Types:
- Customizable private tours and fixed group tours
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $108 to $269 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
Email Linda | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
The accommodation and the daily safaris were excellent. We didn't know day to day of our program.
Communications - needs improvement daily & return.
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Email Steve | 65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Four great days at Kruger Paark!
Mike at Kruger Park Travel was able to put together a trip that fit all of our needs. Although we modified our plans more than once prior to booking, Mike was able to provide us with exactly what we wanted, and at a fair price. When we arrived in Johannesburg, a driver picked us up and took us to our lodging, where we enjoyed drinks by the fireplace and a pleasant dinner. Following a great breakfast (at an extremely reasonable price) the driver picked us up and took us to the airport for our short flight to the park. There, we were picked up and driven to our comfortable accommodations at Hippo Hollow. The lodging and food was very good, with a highly attentive staff. We did game drives, a bush walk, played a round of golf, and enjoyed the Panoramic Trail drive one afternoon -- all arranged and scheduled by Mike. Everything was on schedule, we had an excellent driver guide for the game drives, and then a timely pickup for the trip back to the airport. I would definitely use Kruger Park Travel for a return trip.
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Email Paul | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
All was delivered as promised on a five day safari. Mike did not return emails, but Kylie was excell
Kylie communicated quite well. Mike answered my questions but stopped communicating abruptly after I purchased the safari.
Reply from Kruger Park Travel
Posted on Sep 6, 2016Good afternoon Paul,
Thank you for your valued feedback. I am sorry you felt that I left the conversation abruptly , but that is our sales process. I make first contact with the client, make sure they get the right offer and safari they are looking for and Kylie assures that we deliver on our promise to our clients.
I am sure you can appreciate the number of emails we facilitate in a day and it would just be too much for one person to handle all new enquiries and feedback to the clients.
Again I do apologize for my lack of communication but value your comments and I will strive to better on my service levels to future clients.
Kind Regards
Mike
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Email Christian | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent tour package with short notice booking during peak time
Together with my wife I booked an indivdual tour package on extremely short notice (5 days lead time, during peak time). We stayed for three nights at the Hippo Hollow Estate and had in total five safari game drives.
Mike and his team were among the very few companies who were able (willing?) to help us with our short notice booking. We are vey greatful for this, since they helped us to have this wonderful experience.
What I liked about Kruger Park Travel:
+ Extremely helpful with short notice booking, even during Kruger Park peak time
+ Very fast communcation by E-Mail (even on Saturday)
+ Everything from the itinerary worked out as planned (almost exactly to the minute)
+ The local partners and operators that were selected totally lived up to our expectations
+ Good value for money
What I liked about the local partners and operators:
+ Transfer with Outlook Safaris was safe, on time and comfortable
+ Accomodation in Hippo Hollow Estate was terrific
+ Safari tours in Kurger Park, with Kurt Safaris, were awesome (all drivers/guides were good, three were even excellent and very dedicated about their work!; cars in excellent conditions)
+ Safari tour in Sabi Sand, with Elephant Herd at Umkumbe Lodge, was the absolute highlight! (this is a must-do!!!)
What could be improved:
- We were Kurger Park first-timers and had a lot of questions. Mike and his team answered them all, but additional (online) information material, tailored to the Kruger Park Travel offerings, could help to understand things better upfront.
Email Col | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Met all our needs...
Our trip went well to Kruger NP with a fly in safari over 3 nights. The flights, ground transportation and lodge worked seamlessly together and met all our needs. Overall, we were impressed with the coordination and quality of services provided.
Email Simon Boots | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Faultless
When we started looking at safari tours we had selected Kruger Park Travel amongst several other tour operators to obtain quotes and ideas. From the first response that we received from Kruger Park Travel we knew we had found the right company, they delivered a range of options and recommendations that felt as if they were working hard to tailor a safari to meet our needs rather than fit our needs into a predetermined tour plan. Once we had booked they maintained regular contact with itineraries and confirmation of bookings, arranging everything from the airport pickup through to our final drop off at the end of the tour. The safari tour itself was exceptional with great accommodation and the tours well staffed and well planned to maximise our time seeing the animals. On the last day we asked if we could book an additional sunset tour before leaving and Mike and Kylie worked hard to slot this in and make all the arrangements. Not everything on a safari tour works seamlessly but with Kruger Park Travel we were made to feel that no problem was too small and that they were only ever a phone call away. Would highly recommend time and time again.
Email Helen | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great Safari! One issue but this was sorted the following day.
We booked a 4 day safari in Kruger National Park and opted for the Panorama Route. We received full itinerary following purchase. We were so excited.
We arrived at the accommodation (Sabie River Bush Lodge - highly recommended, just 15minute drive from the park), but the itinerary did not make what we requested. Evening safari and Panorama Route was not listed. Accommodation helped us get in contact with Kruger Park Travel. We exchanged a few emails and phone calls, but was sorted the following day. We only had the Panorama Route mini version which was a shame.
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Email Partha Kovvuri | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A thoroughly memorable tryst with the nature
We booked a 5-member trip to the Kruger on a 3D/2N package. From the time of booking online till the moment we were dropped off at Johannesburg, the services were simply excellent. We booked this package about 7 or 10 days in advance and we were given the accommodation at the Perry's Hollow. Even though we were initially told there will be two rooms for us, the management gave us three spacious rooms which were equipped with all amenities. There were a couple of very nice restaurants adjacent to the hotel where we were served tasty Italian food. The main highlight of the tour is the Safari of course. We did 2 Morning and 2 afternoon safaris and by our 3rd Safari itself we got to see the Big-5. There were regular stops during the safari to have our breakfasts and lunch and there was ample supply of bottled water in our Jeep. Over all all of us enjoyed to a great extent on this tour and we will recommend this to any future Kruger Park enthusiast. Looking forward to visit again.. Cheers
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Email Paul & Lynn Crawford | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Got everything we hoped for
All aspects of the four days were great. We were concerned about the 5-6 hour drive from JNB. They stopped 2-3 times at major service stations with name brand eating facilities. Guides were tops and very accommodating. Saw all big 5 many times and leopards all 3 tour days. Costs were very reasonable and Hippo Hollow hotel was excellence. Highly recommend. Paul & Lynn from Seattle.
Email Tania | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
I recommend Kruger Park Travel - highly they provided professional, prompt service.
We traveled as a family. It was amazing a holiday i won't forget. And largely thanks to Mike! His recommendations were excellent, and the itinerary was a great mix of adventure, animals, nature just what my family loves. We loved the tented lodge and it was such a experience watching the locals dancing..
Absolutely fantastic people working at this company and incredible value for money safari!
Can't wait for the next Trip!!