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 $270 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
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Email Cittrarsu | under20 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Nice experience
Many more animals in this park, yeah super entertainment
5 day safari experience
This is the first time for us to be on a safari trip. We slept the first 2 nights nights in the very basic, but comfortable shalet we had ordered in Skukuza, the "capital" of the Kruger National park. The crew took very well care of the group (about 20 people). The late breakfast (9 am. after the morning drive)and dinner (7.30 pm after the afternoon drive) were delicious. Before leaving Skukuza on the jeep at 6.30 am. we had just coffee and something small to eat.
Like for all partipants of our group, this was our first safari and we were fascinated each time we spotted an animal. The driver stopped each time someone called out which animal was there to see. He would explain about the animals lives and tell us interesting facts. Each time we encounterd an other jeep, the drivers would exchange information about which direction to drive to find certain animals, that we had not yet seen.
On the first day we started immediately after we arrived at 3 pm. with an afternoon ride till almost sun down.
We had been picked up from our hotel in Johannesburg at 7am. and were supposed to arrive in the Kruger national park at 2 pm. but we arrived 1 hour later.
We regret to have missed the "meet and greet" session, ment in the itinerary, for the start of our stay. Therefore we had no idea what we were going to do or where the different facilities were located. We could have used more general information and we felt a bit lost on the first day.
Altogether we had a wonderful time at the Kruger park and we saw and photographed many wild animals in their natural surroundings.
On the third day after breakfast we were picked up and driven to our next destination: Kapama private safari.
The luxury of the Southern Camp at Kapama was a complete surprise to us. We had no idea that such beautiful hotels do exist on safari grounds.
Except for the 5 stars accomodation and meals, also the drives on the open jeeps were more luxurious. For example, after 2 hours driving, the ranger stopped the car in a safe, open area and we were allowed to get off the jeep. A small table was set up with drinks and snacks and we could strech our legs for 10 minutes, walk around and enjoy the view from ground level, before continuing with the drive. After dark we continued for an hour and with a flash light we could see different animals, like hippos or an owl.
Besides those jeeps, no other cars are alowed to be driven through Kapama. The many driveways are unpaved and go criss-cross through the area. You can get closer to the animals than in the Kruger park, where you stay on the paved road and have to use more the binoculars. There we sometimes were waiting in line, like in the regular traffic, to get to a point where something interesting could be watched.
There has been a draught for over two years. The safari looks very dried out with not much green on the trees. It is hard to find grass and only under dry riverbeds there is some moist ground. An artificial lake is formed by a dam. Small lakes have dried up and when there is some water in a stream it is filled with islands that normally are covered with water.
It is easy to see what is going on from long distances through the dried bush without leaves. That is the only good thing about it. Piles of grass had been dumped on the dried out soil so the buffalos, zebra's, rhinos, etc. would not starve. The carnivores could take care of their own food since there are great numbers of small deer-like animals, who multiply fast.
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 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
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 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.
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!!
Email Arielle | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Quick and easy, clear communication throughout!
Booked a Tydon Safari Camp tour through Kruger Travel (who are a 3rd party travel agent). Had a good experience - very clear and prompt communication with Ruben, and had the best time on safari! For those who are wondering - you can also book direct, but Kruger Travel didn't charge any additional fees/commission. Only downside for me was not being able to pay by AMEX but that's minor. Also, they mixed up the name on my booking (didn't actually affect the safari tour itself) but caused me a panic when I realised on the flight over thinking that they'd mixed the booking itself up!
GR
Email Angie | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A well-organised,pleasant and reliable company
The staff were professional and reliable while being amicable and approachable.Services rendered were very satisfactory,with exceptional cuisine.A truly worthwhile experience.
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Email Joanne | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
overall good. Required a lot of questions to get all of the information needed
this was a great way to plan and book our own vacation.