Rochelle Buys, the owner of SafariLife
SafariLife
- Office In:
- Size:
- 1-5 employees (Founded in 2020)
- Tour Types:
- Small & medium group tours (Budget & mid-range)
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $245 to $1,224 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
Rochelle planned a flawless trip for me!
I didn't do a lot of research myself, this safari was an afterthought add-on to my trip to SA for the Sardine Run. I made a few inquiries to different operators and Rochelle answered me right away. Her communication through the entire planning and booking process was excellent. She always answered my questions quickly and provided lots of details.
She put together an itinerary that matched my budget and gave me some variation with game drives in Kruger National Park as well as Sabi Sands. I'm really pleased I did both, they were quite different from each other and both very good experiences.
All the transportation between Johannesburg and the lodges as well as between lodges went perfectly smoothly as planned.
As a solo traveler that usually does everything on my own, it was a welcomed break to have someone else do all the organizing! I felt very well taken care of.
Email Sameer | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Helpful
SafariLife helped me find the best safari for my budget. I stayed at Langa Langa Camp, it was an incredible experience. The folks at SafariLife were incredibly helpful, even when I arrived at Kruger to make sure I was picked up. Would 100% recommend them for your future trip.
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Email Tanja | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Perfectly organized excellent Safari Experience in Kruger and Sabi Sands
Had an excellent week Safari in Sabi Sands and Kruger, which is a great combination for wildelife viewing.
Rochelle organized everything for me from Johannesburg Airport and back, and was very helpful with her quick responses while planing my trip beforehand. Even after a short term change of my arriving day, she was just amazing rebooking the whole trip in short time!
The service, hospitality and quality of the Lodges were incredible and beyond my expectations. I had a lot of really good wildlife sightings and very knowledged and experienced guides.
Looking already forward to my next trip with SafariLife!!!
SA
Email Tariq Alharbi | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great service and professional
Great service and professional.. Thank you for kind assistance to make my safari trip comfortable
Email Anthony | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Trustworthy, Reliable, Outstanding Communications, Truly Exceptional!!
Probably the best organised trip/adventure we have ever had the pleasure of experiencing (and we have travelled extensively) and its all thanks to Rochelle. Absolutely nothing was too much hassle for her and she answered every question at speed.
Everything worked like clockwork, from turning up in Johannesburg and all transfers being organised, all the way to the Safaris and accommodation (which was some of the most beautiful we have ever experienced)
Even during the trip, she took the time to wish my partner her a happy birthday and hoped we were having a fantastic time!
The safari was a life altering trip and as a well travelled couple we thought we had seen nearly everything....thankfully we were wrong and it turned out to be perfect. What's not to enjoy about following a Leopard in the dark, only feet from your vehicle or watching Hyena walk past your accommodation at 11pm at night. Truly truly amazing!
Thank you so much Rochelle (SafariLife) for everything you done. What a tour operator, one of the best if not the best!!
NL
Email Sharon Thompson | 65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Professional and reliable
Johan Buys from Safari Life organised a 4 day Safari for myself and a friend at Dumela Camp, just outside the Kruger Park. From the booking process, to the pick up in Jhb, the camp, the safari excursions, the entire experience was handled with professionalism and care. I would highly recommend this value for money trip.
Breathtaking, amazing, and worth the $!
I went with a few friends and we had the best time! Everything was super smooth from the start, we got picked up from the airport and were driven right to the accommodations. The service throughout was top tier, every driver we had was amazing! The food was also amazing, and they gave us good portions. The communication was fast and easy, we communicated through email and then through whatsapp once we got there. The wildlife we got to see was breathtaking, and all of our guides put in the effort to make sure we saw everything we could. Highly recommend!
Email Lisa Wilding | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Rochelle was amazing! So helpful, knowledgeable and very (very) patient!
We have just ended two wonderful days in two game lodges which were expertly organised for us by Rochelle. She took care of everything and all we had to do was show up and enjoy the fabulous experience (and pay of course!). We thought it was great value for money and we made memories to last us a lifetime. Thank you ♥️
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Email William | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent. Wonderful. Superb.
We wanted a trip that combined safari experiences, fun activities, and the chance to explore different parts of South Africa. A journey along the Garden Route, including Addo Elephant National Park, turned out to be the perfect package.
We chose to book our tour through Safari Life — primarily because they offered a small-group experience (up to 12 people), but also because their itinerary included many of the legendary highlights along the Garden Route. Every single stop proved to be a highlight in itself.
Our journey actually began several weeks before we arrived in South Africa. We have to praise the excellent service from Safari Life, who customized the tour to fit our needs. Our flight arrived a little after the tour had already started in Cape Town, but Rochelle from Safari Life arranged a private transfer so we could join the group later, everything went seamlessly.
We also chose to upgrade to private rooms, which turned out to be worth every rand. The accommodations were beautiful and exclusive, and the food was consistently of a very high standard. We even got to enjoy several South African national dishes along the way.
Safari Life partners with Earthstompers, who have been organizing this type of tour for decades. Our guide was Christine, and we couldn’t have asked for a better host. Her knowledge and experience about the places, activities, restaurants, and guesthouses along the route were absolutely invaluable.
If you are considering a trip along the Garden Route — book with Safari Life. You’ll get an unforgettable journey filled with variety, comfort, and authentic South African experiences.
PH
Email Cha | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Safari Life is highly recommended for a worry-free safari!
We booked a 4D3N stay in Sabi Sands and Kruger and it was an efficient, flawless, and stress-free coordination with Safari Life c/o Rochelle. She offered options to go with our budget until we came to the end result which offered us the most value for money. Safari Life made all the arrangements including our pick up and return to Johannesburg in a comfortable car. Our accommodations at Umkumbe River Lodge and Langa Langa Safari Camp are comfortable and secure. Umkumbe in particular offered light breakfast and sundowners during game drives which made the experience extra special. The food in both accommodations are superb, the staff so kind, and our game drive guides so knowledgeable especially Thomas in Langa Langa. Most important to note, we saw the Big 5 in this part of the Greater Kruger area in such a short stay! Rochelle who was our main contact with Safari Life has been very accommodating, flexible, and proactive in communicating arrangements. I truly appreciate that I felt her assistance and care from start to finish.
I highly recommend booking with this tour company!
