Real Freedom Lies in the Wilderness
Moriti Private Safaris
- Located In:
- Size:
- 1-5 employees (Founded in 2011)
- Member Of:
- FGASA & CATHSSETA
- Tour Types:
- Custom luxury tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $350 to $1,075 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
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Email The Pickerings | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Exceptional once in a lifetime family experience with Moriti Safaris
Shaun Taylor from Moriti Private Safaris promised us the trip of a lifetime and boy, did he deliver! We were not clients, we were part of his family and he organised amazing sightings every single day (Not just the Big 5, but also massive shongololo’s and WOW, were they impressive).
A family of 4, with a 7 and a 4 year old have returned home dreaming of bush baby’s, black mamba’s and hyena pup’s all thanks to Shaun’s amazing patience, imagination and amazing tracking skills. The kids are now checking out every single paw print in the snow to ensure that no lion, hippopotamus, hyena or leopard have escaped from the local zoo and are running wild in our village.
Shaun took the time to listen to each and every question from our inquisitive children and give them a satisfactory answer, not hesitating to go the extra mile and even pick up hyena excrements to explain exactly why it is as white as it is. The whole family is now fully capable of spending a week in the bush using the survival guides gained from Shaun’s insight, whether it be following the zebra’s for water, using a simple bush to “hide” when required or simply listening to the animals sounds and watching how they act…
Shaun was an inspiration to all of us based upon his general knowledge, his patience and his motivation to make sure that we had the best time ever. We can only recommend Sean for his baby sitting abilities, that he proved to us when driving off with the kids after dropping us off for a surprise Valentine’s day drink that he had organised in the middle of the bush, leaving us the opportunity to take in everything that the Timbavati Private Nature Reserve and the Walkers River Camp had to offer (a special thanks to Charles and Shirell for keeping us safe).
From day 1, Shaun made us feel welcome and comfortable in his beautiful country. We were treated amazingly at each and every place that Moriti Safaris booked for us. Unlike all of the other quotations that we received, Moriti asked us exactly what we wanted to do and offered us a perfect tailor-made recommendation based upon our expectations: it was a real private safari where you can do what you want when you want! Even during the safari, Sean was flexible and did his upmost to convene for our requirements, be it simply organising vegetarian food of adapting a complete day based upon the wildlife that we wanted to see or if the kids wanted a Lalapanzi.
Every single day was an adventure: new experiences with an amazing amount of fauna and flora, lions every single day, a traditional succulent Braai with perfectly cooked boerewors accompanied by a flavourful “the chocolate block” bottle of wine, watching the sunsets in the bush with a traditional Castle beer and some crisps, then teaching Shaun how to play UNO and Dobble/Spot it! Getting sanded in with the Vito was simply funny as we watched how Shaun, very relaxed, was able to find help to get us out. The amazing relaxed “now now” few days that we spent with Shaun and Moriti Safaris will stay with us for a lifetime: thank you Shaun, you are an amazing person.
We can only recommend Moriti Safaris, as I have said: An exceptional once in a lifetime family experience.
Enjoy your Vibram 5 Fingers Shaun!
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Email Ken and Michele Conn | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Absolutely Amazing Awesome 5 Star Adventure with Moriti Private Safaris
Never in our wildest imaginations did we ever dream we would have such an Absolutely Amazing Awesome Safari!
Moriti Private Safaris and specifically Shaun Taylor created and delivered on our African Safari dream of a lifetime.
From the minute Shaun picked us up and right through until Shaun dropped us off at Johannesburg Airport, we were treated like Royalty!
Shaun is a Safari professional who’s love, knowledge and respect of all things African, made our time spent with Shaun, very special.
Shaun has an uncanny ability to not only track wildlife, but then after the wildlife is found, to position our vehicle in the best possible location for the viewing and photography of the wildlife.
We saw the Big 5 several times, plus a daily abundance of amazing birds and animals.
Shaun was able to educate us in the ways of “the bush”, and instill in us a greater appreciation of all African Flora and Fauna, and what makes this area such a beautiful part of the world.
When you book a Moriti Private Safari, you indeed have a “Private Safari”.
Not only do you have Shaun’s personal undivided attention while out on Game Drives, you also have luxurious private accommodations.
Add to this your own private Chef, and you’ll understand why Moriti Private Safaris is absolutely the best Private Safari you could possible book and experience.
Well done Moriti Private Safaris!!!
We’re already planning our next trip!
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Email Barbara Bolstad | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Our Moriti Private Safari was the MOST STUNNING adventure in my life's travel experiences.
Shaun's communication and attention to detail made our planning the Safari almost an effortless process. He kept in touch with information and updates and setup a safe internet option for payment. The lodge he selected as our home based was beautiful and comfortable. With just three of us in our little group we enjoyed Shaun as our guide and driver and an amazing chef who Shaun arranged to prepare delicious meals. As a main goal of our trip was photography, Shaun also added a wildlife photographer to his team so we had the benefit of truly one on one, in the moment teaching and coaching as we sighted animals. Shaun is skilled at tracking animals but we also had a local tracker riding on the front of our vehicle. With all this support, knowledge and skill of the entire team, how can one not look forward to every minute of each day!
The schedule for us a hobby photographers was perfect. We went out for several hours pre dawn and then again for sunset and early evening. Shaun is a determined tracker. On one day in particular there was a sighting of a leopard with a kill in a tree on a nearby property. Shaun put heroic effort into finding the leopard in an area that he wasn't as familiar with and we were able to spend about 45 minutes photographing the scene with no other safari trucks because they had to get back to their lodges at a particular time for breakfast. That is the beauty of a private safari where you time is your own.
Shaun always stopped for morning and evening break with beverages and snacks that made it very special to get out of the vehicle and enjoy the camaraderie of our group. After a few days together, it felt like we were with a group of old friends. Shaun and his team are very knowledgeable about wildlife, their behavior, identification of tracks, scat, flora, fauna and much more. Most importantly, safety is his prime consideration. We even went on a walking tour from our lodge to arrive at a beautiful sunset with a bonfire and wine. I was hesitant to go on the walk but Shaun has a way of putting you at ease because of his safety skills.
I could go on and on describing the special touches like a surprise full breakfast waiting for us at a picnic table setup "in the field" or the fireside chats after dinner but I think you get the idea of how amazing this Moriti tour was. Give yourself a gift and schedule a safari with Moriti!
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Email Scott Ankenbrand | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Moriti Private Safaris ensured that the "trip of a lifetime" really was the TRIP OF A LIFETIME!
Shaun is the consumate professional. His planning and communication was excellent, and eliminated any concerns of booking a trip over the Internet. I saw his TripAdvisor ratings and reached out with an inquiry. Shaun promptly responded and we bagan discussing what our desires were, and what his recommendations were to achieve our goals. We were a small group (3 people), but we received the same attention as a larger group would have received. Our primary goal was photography. Shaun arranged for an amazing professional photographer to accompany us, and we all learned many new techniques, and came away with some amazing photos.
What differentiate Shaun and Moriti Private Safaris from other bush guides is the word "Private." Our party had the entire game lodge to ourselves. Shaun provides his own chef. The food was amazing, and we did not go hungry. This also allows for more flexibility when out on game drives. We didn't have to return for a meal, based on the lodge itinerary. One morning we stayed out because we were viewing a leopard with a kill. The other lodges missed this action, because they had to be back for breakfast. Our lodge was a fantastic experience with animals walking the grounds and just outside the perimeter in a riverbed. The accomodations were very comfortable and clean. Very surprising, since we were out in the bush.
The game tours were exceptional and Shaun has an encyclopedic knowledge of animals and birds. He took the time to explain tracks and scat. Shaun also shared his knowledge of life in the bush for animals and how they interact and rely upon one another. We even had the opportunity to take a stroll through the bush, ending on a hill, to watch a stunning African Sunset and enjoy snacks and wine!! What a fantastic memeory for our final evening in the bush.
I cannot encourage others enough, to book a trip through Moriti Private Safaris. I have already shared Shaun's name and contact information with friends and co-workers. And I am looking forward to another trip, sometime in the future.
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Email Jonathan Mann | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fascinating, fun, fabulous and worry-free.
I can't imagine a better safari experience. Moriti took wonderful care of us, with terrific accommodations, delicious food and completely personalized service. More important, our outings into Kruger National Park were a delight: exciting, entertaining, informative, moving and memorable. Shaun is a great guide, team-leader, social director and educator all rolled-up into one. He can even summon-up a terrific Gin and Tonic in the wilderness sunset. He attended to us, our comforts and every small detail with energy and infectious enthusiasm.
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Email Roger | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Excellent customer service from planning to completion. Shaun is an inspired guide, super experience
Great communications and experience beyond expectations! Fantastic animal sightings and Shaun’s knowledge about the animals is superb.
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Email Jennifer V | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A safari with Moriti Private Safaris is one filled with laughter, joy, and beauty.
When we arrived into Johannesburg after many hours of travel we still had one leg left in our journey to get to our camp, a 7 hour bus ride. Luckily, Shaun made this trip fly by with his interaction with us and his ease of conversation. From the moment we arrived into Kruger Park, Shaun and Patrick began tracking signs of the animals all around us. They both made it their weeks mission to ensure we were able to experience sighting of the big 5 and so many more. Shaun made it a point to position in beautiful spots every morning for a little coffee and treats, then again every evening for a beverage while watching the sunset. Shaun's personality cannot be beat and is definitely one to keep you entertained and engaged for your entire safari trip. His knowledge of the area and animals is beyond impressive and his compassion for his surroundings from everything large to tiny is unmatched. I cannot recommend Moriti Private Safaris and Shaun enough, we had the best time on our trip because of him and Patrick and cannot thank them enough.
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Email Stephen Friedheim III | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A true guide and tracker who sets an amazing safari...every time.
The services provided by Moriti Private Safaris were definitely top notch. Shaun was amazing and sourcing anything we needed as well as educating our group on many aspects of South Africa. A joy every day to be on tour with a leader who was able to get our group out to see all of the Big 5 animals. A very tailored safari setup that allowed us the flexibility we needed while still staying true and guiding us through the amazing areas that make up the plant and animals of South Africa.
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Email Tracie Henry | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Extremely knowledgeable and very personable (Shaun).
All aspects of this trip went beyond expectations. The accommodations, food and game drives were outstanding. I do not have the words to recommend Shaun strongly enough other than - you won't be disappointed.
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Email Sharon | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Once In A Lifetime Experience
Our experience exceeded my expectations immeasurably. To be able to observe the amazing animals and terrain of Kruger National Park “privately” was spectacular. Our guide was expertly knowledgeable about more than just the large mammals. A wealth of information was available along each game drive. Plenty of time was available to enjoy the sightings. The variety of sightings was also excellent. My husband and I came away with a new awe of creation in South Africa.
