A Leading Kruger Park Safari Specialist
Shinzelle Safaris
- Office In:
- Size:
- 1-5 employees (Founded in 2014)
- Tour Types:
- Customizable private tours and fixed group tours
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $403 to $1,036 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
for a custom tour
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Reviews
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Email Nicole | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Experience of a lifetime seeing animals in their own element.
Great communication between Shinzelle's and us from the beginning to the end of our Safari. We were always informed of what would be happening and when it would be happening. The meals that were great. The Safari was an awesome experience being able to see the animals up close and personal in their own arena. Our Safari guides were very knowledgeable and always had information to add which made the Safari even more enjoyable. We were hoping to see the big five and we actually did see them all plus much more. Everyone was very professional and it was an overall great experience.
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Email Michelle | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing!
I wish I could give this safari more than five stars!
From the beginning, Danielle was responsive, helpful, and so kind. Traveling from the states made scheduling seemingly difficult, but Danielle made it so much easier. She made sure we knew all of our transport options, and asked specific questions about why were coming, food and drink preferences, etc. Danielle is also a wonderful chef, and every meal she made was incredible!
Upon arrival at the Skukuza Airport, Brandon was waiting for us and took us on our first drive! He is so knowledgeable and we got along immediately. Throughout all of our days, Brandon pointed out an incredible amount of animals, and gave us tons of information about the park and the wildlife we were seeing. We always felt safe in the vehicle with him, and couldn't wait to go on every drive!
We could not stop talking about this safari for the rest of our time in South Africa. It surpassed our expectations, and could not be run by a nicer duo.
My only regret is that I didn't book a longer safari with them. Go for as long as you can - it will be well worth it!
NL
Email Willem Knipscheer | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Quick response on information demands, flexible, real hosts and nothing is too much.
The communication was efficient, quick and efficient, as well in the brochure, mail and whatsapp..
The service was amazing, timely, high quality
The safaritour and hired driver was nice, although Kruger Park itself was a bit disappointing as we were in a private reserve a week earlier; the boma-dinner and personal service was incredible.
We had a fantastic evening and the Shinzelle team was great.
Reply from Shinzelle Safaris
Posted on Aug 10, 2017Thank you so much Willem, it was our pleasure to host you and we appreciate your feedback so much,
Warm Regards
Danielle
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Email Kyle M. | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Best safari company in Kruger!!!!
Shinzelle safari tours is arugable the best safari company in kruger. This company goes above and beyond in not only customer service and the best south african food around but also knowledge of animals while out safari. My wife and I booked a 5 day panoramic tour. We could not have been more pleased with our experience. The breakfast and dinner Danielle makes is so good! She is an amazing chef. Also their food is MUCH better then any other company out there. For example, while out on safari, you will stop for breakfast at a location within kruger, here your tour guide will give you your breakfast. The food with Shinzelle is an always fresh made, top quality breakfast. Every other company just gave them a basic borning, bland sad meal. My wife and I were glad to be eating like a star. So the food is great, now onto the safari tour. Brandon was out guide. He is by far the most passionate , knowledgeable guide out in kruger. He spends all his time, and even free time, undertsndsing more and more about everything in kruger. He will answer and give you a wealth of information on everything you need to know, and even more. Very awesome!! Could not be happier. Book with this company and you will be so happy!
PL
Email Marta Malinowska | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing experience, I would recommnd to everybody.
Great safari experience, lovable hosts and nice accommodation.
That was short visit for us, but very intense. We enjoyed every minute of stay at Kruger's Park starting early morning. With our wise guide we not only saw a lot of animals, but also learned about their habits. I still remember that excitment when we saw 3 lionesses with their little cubs crossing the road in front of us :)
After long day we could enjoied delicious dinner prepared for us, great opportunity to try local dishes.
Email Pauline Collins | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Absolutley brilliant from start to finish.
As mentioned above absolutely brilliant. Nothing was too much trouble for Danielle in the organising of this trip and Trevor was an amazing host on the Panorama Tour.
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Email sergio | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An amazing Safari into the Kruger Park
everything was perfect. A unique experience in life! thanks to our driver and guide expertise we were able to see the big five and awesomely most of them cross the road just behind us: A group of elephants, one of them stopping in front of us cheering with its probo, a queue of buffalos, and finally a cheetah very elegant and imperial.
it was our first safari in life , but thanks to Shinzelle Safaris, Danielle and our driver , it was an unforgettable experience. Thanks!!
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Email Israel | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The guides were REALLY good. The accommodation is super comfortable, clean and the food is amazing!
We did a day tour in kruger park and the guide was REALLY good and passionate for what he does.
The second day we did a tour around to see many waterfalls and beautiful sceneries. Everything was done very professionally. The cars were pretty new.
The accommodation is super comfortable, clean and the food is amazing! It was fun to see the monkeys passing by to eat the fruits by the cabin.
The communication with them was also very easy and the staff was very kind.
The best was the price. The best we could find for what they offer.
Really recommend it!
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Email Francis | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing tour! Amazing staff!
Firstly, I'm super late leaving this review but my now fiancé and I used their services during our vacation last year in December and the service was amazing!! and prices were unbeatable!
We contacted over 20 safari companies and no one offered close to what they offered for the price. To top it off it's incredibly affordable and what you get is top notch. Danielle and her husband are amazing! This tour mixed both sightseeing and game driving on the safari and we found it to be the perfect mix. We saw 4 of the big 5 during our gaming drive, and everyone who was a part of their staff was great! can't recommend this company and the 4 day game drive/panoramic tour enough! Well worth the money!
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Email Diego | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Great deal in terms of price vs. quality
The overall experience was very good! We did the Safari and the Panoramic View.
Things to point out as positive:
- Knowledgeable guides (especially in the safari)
- Generally good communication
- Overall great service (they came to pick us up)
Things to point out as not so good:
- One day we had miscommunication
- First day there was quite a big delay in terms of entering the park that was weird because many people who arrived after us entered before us and we had to wait for quite a long time but it was not so bad
I want to leave clear that we would give a 4.5 stars but the system does not allow it. I would be great if Shinzelle Safaris could provide a small pdf with the planning of the day with some information and recommendations that one could print out.
Anyways, would repeat for sure! Highly recommended