Personal & Genuine African Safaris
Siya Phambile Expeditions
- Located In:
- Size:
- 1-5 employees (Founded in 2016)
- Member Of:
- Southern Africa Tourism Services Association
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $14 to $826 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
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Email Ashley | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Warning do not trust this person or risk your money or safety with him. He is a fraud!
Benjamin Wilson stole $2908 from me for a trip he never gave us. The trip could not happen as planned in September 2020 due to COVID and travel bans. He refuses to return my money numerous times and did not honor trip voucher to do the trip promised in September 2022. I initially asked for my money back in June 2020 after the pandemic situation was in full swing, but he assured me there no need to worry. Then he still refused to return my money when no one could he fly there. He is very unprofessional, dishonest, and above all he is unethical. I am not sure how he is still in business and my prediction is that is will not be for much longer with his behavior. He was drunk on the phone the last time I spoke to him in August 2022. He even admitted drinking and cussed at me. He made it clear he had not booked our trip as planned, refused to go over any details, and even had our trip dates incorrect. He has even played games with me pretending him will return the money and then turns around and says he will not. He asked for my bank details to wire the money and of course never did. I do not anyone to fall victim to the fraudulent actions of this person or company. As a result of the above situation, I did not travel with this company or Ben, a blessing in disguise given my experience with him up to this point.
Email David and Barbara | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
It was a wonderful introduction to many aspects of South Africa and South African life.
Benjamin was excellent at communicating with us and devised an itinerary that matched our wishes. Transport was exactly equipped for the journey and the vehicle provided a comfortable ride on all terrains. The trip surpassed our expectations. Our driver/guide, Veld, was companionable, calm and good company.
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Email Anne Marie | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
A fantastic adventure through South Africa
Going on safari with Benjamin as our guide was perfect.
Benjamin is very enthusiastic, he knows a lot about the nature and culture of South Africa and he is a real gentlemen.
Thanks to him it was a great journey that we will never forget.
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Email Maarten | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
I have been able to experience my holiday in South Africa in a nice way ... great !!
I went on holiday without preparation and expectation and thought it was a great experience. Good communication excellent service ... clear explanation and his enthusiasm was all right. Safaris trips well arranged together in consultation with us ... was very pleasant.
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Email Henry van E | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
All you could ask for...☺☺☺
Hello, guide Ben(jamin) is an all serving gentleman, now his things (except the for nearest star) en made out trip one we will never forget
Regards,
Henry
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Email Erin | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Layed back and flexible with some unforgettable experiences.
SP was very comfortable and down to earth. There could be a little polishing up of some of the details-like being a little more timely, and expanding the menu, but the lodgings overall were wonderful, with some incredible, remote, and gorgeous settings. And Benjamin was a great guide on the safari parts- patient and knowledgeable- while other drivers were racing by he was seeing the birds, trees and hidden animals.
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Email Carmela | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
a very rewarding safari
the communication before the trip was very good, pending to answer the mails. We had a very good time, Benjamin was very kind and always outstanding
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Email Joe | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
true Africa experience
fun guides with excellent knowledge of nature and wildlife
relaxed atmosphere
no hurry: time to view the wildlife at your own pace
excellent wild camping
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Email Jennifer | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
He is engaging, knowledgeable, thorough and he loves what he does.
Benjamin was very thorough in the planning of our entire trip. He added an extra city we wanted to see and found an excellent guide that met all of our expectations. He accommodated every request and made sure we were taken care of in every way, including making some of our meals. He was just as excited to see the sites of Johannesburg and the animals in the bush as we were. He has a sharp eye and spotted many of the animals before we did. He is very knowledgeable of the plants, animals and insects of the bush. I highly recommend him, especially if you have a special request and want your tour to be more than just your regular safari.
Email John W. | 65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Personal service, flexible, knowledgeable expert, we saw all of the Big Five in one day.e day
This is a small but excellent company run by Ben who is also chief guide. Very knowledgeable both prior to and on safari proving a personal and flexible service. We only spent 4 days with him in Southern Kruger but impressive. Able to vary what we did because of weather and delivered on Big Five and many more animals and birds. Ben accompanied us and led our game drives but also arranged game walks and night drives with Park rangers. Obviously has a wealth of experience in Kruger, knows it extremely well, but also appeared to be very capable in Botswana, Vic Falls and elsewhere. We highly recommend Ben to anyone for small or large private parties.
