Matthew Grace & Nicolette Grace ~ Founder & Owner
African Safari Guru
- Office In:
- Size:
- 1-5 employees (Founded in 2005)
- Member Of:
- SATOA, FGASA, SATIB, DEAT, CASSETHA, For Wildlife Non Profit Trust & Prodly South African
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $341 to $946 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
for a custom tour
Your request will be sent directly to the operator
If preferred, you can contact the operator directly
Reviews
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Email Dianne | 65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
It can not get better than this!
My husband and there adult sons just returned from a two week safari in South Africa, Zambia and Zimbabwe...all arranged by the African Safari Guru, Matthew Grace.
When we first started planning this trip the only thing we knew was we wanted to visit Kruger National Park and Victoria Falls. After searching and more researching, we got in touch with Matthew Grace to find out what he offered. What did he offer? Africa in two weeks. He advised us where to go to see the maximum number of animals, made arrangements for us at 6 different sites and even coordinated all activities which he personally could not engage in with us out of South Africa.
Our safari went off without a problem except for a quick return to a city for an unexpected doctor visit which Matthew drove us to! Every place we stayed was arranged with care by our African Safari Guru. We saw more animals than ever expected. We got up close with the lions seeing the mother bringing her cubs to the pride for the first time to watching them make their formation and eventual kill. We did not miss a thing.
If anyone wants a wonderful vacation, go on a safari. BUT, if you want the adventure of your life, get in touch with The African Safari Guru - Matthew Grace. Trust me, it can get no better than him..
AE
Email Francionette | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Wonderful Honeymoon
Matthew came highly recommended to us by family in Canada who used his services in March during their visit to South Africa, and they sang his praises all the way.
From the first point of contact Matthew answered all our hundreds of emails and questions, with lots of patience. He proposed tailer-made options that exceeded our expectations and standards and when we finally made a decision he ensured that the lodge we chose - Mara Bushtops - offered us the best honeymoon experience we could ask for.
Our safaris and the customer service at Mara Bushtops was outstanding, the staff, drivers and spotters were very knowledgable and no request was too big. Matthew made an effort to follow up with the lodge during our stay to ensure we were having a good time. The experiences we had on our honeymoon will forever be remembered and cherished.
Thank you Matthew and Mara Bushtops for providing us with and experience of a lifetime.
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Email Joyce J | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Perfect planning and options fully responsive to our price range and the experience we wanted
Every aspect was superbly planned and executed. Matthew was incredibly responsive throughout the whole process. He proposed lodges that would provide exactly the experience we wanted. He answered questions almost before I even asked them. Our pickups and transportation were excellent, right on time and really pleasant. We stayed at Cheetah Plains Lodge and Camp Shawu. Both places were excellent. The guides were knowledgeable, personable and delightful to get to know. The staff at both locations were gracious and very responsive to our needs and preferences . It was an amazing experience, from start to finish. I can’t recommend African Safari Guru highly enough! Fantastic all around
Wonderful experience
Had a fantastic time! Safari was super well organized, offered complementary beverages and snacks, had very nice and knowledgeable guides. The only minor issue was the driver got lost twice. But no big deal, he quickly found the right way and he was also very friendly and shared interesting information about South Africa. All in all I really recommend this company!
BR
Email alessandra pandolfo | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
great day
Matthew is a wonderful guide. He took me and my husband to Pilanesberg and we had an amazing time in there. We saw a lot of lions, elephants, giraffes...... he has a lot of acknowledgment and he is very patient in explain all to us.
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Email Wim | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Matt provided a perfect South Africa experience for my wife and I.
Matt did an outstanding job. He provided transportation and accommodations. We stayed in a quiet lodge outside (Aloe Guest Lodge) of Johannesburg on the first night. very nice and quiet. then he drove us to Lukimbi Safari Lodge in Kruger. This lodge was amazing. Saw the Big 5, staff and accommodations were fantastic. Next we flew to Cape Town where Matt placed us in the Compass House. very quiet and nice boutique hotel. Thank you Matt and we will recommend you to everyone friend that wants to visit your beautiful country.
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Email Matt Champ | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellently Planned and Executed Travel with luxurious accommodations
I received a response from Matthew Grace shortly after my request for information. He consistently followed up on my questions and custom planned a vacation to my desires. I was able to book the trip within a week of my initial contact. He continued communicating with me prior to my trip, while on the tour, and then after following up on my return home. The accommodations and safari experience exceeded my expectations. I am so grateful to Matthew Grace for putting this trip of a lifetime together for me and my mother.
Email philip Hodgson MBE | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Great experience with a fantastic guide
Matt was a fantastic guide who really cares about his travellers. He picked us up from Joburg and drove the 5 hours to Kruger. He made sure we saw all of the animals and kept us well fed and watered over the weekend we were with him. He goes the extra mile and I would definitely recommend him as yes you can do this trip on your own but if you dont know what you are looking for then you are wasting your money as you will be very lucky to see the animals that we did. Only an experienced guide will get this for you so be warned.
Smooth and Efficient Transfers.
The communication process was very smooth. Matthew was very helpful in suggesting itineraries and choices of things to do. Our email communications went back and forth. Each time I got a prompt reply and I was eventually able to come up with an itinerary.
We used African Safari Guru for transfers to and from Johannesburg and Pilanesburg, our pick up was on time the drive was smooth and comfortable.
African Safari Guru lived up to our expectations and deserves the consistently good ratings that we saw looking for transfers and things to do.
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Email claudio | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
great trip
African Safari Guru have give me a magic travel
they are perfet
good price
fantastic location
and good field guide