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 Anderson | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The experience of a lifetime
I won't bury the lede. If you're looking for a safari company in Greater Kruger, stop looking right now and book with Shaun at Moriti Private Safaris. Everything about our experience was amazing. From the service of Shaun picking us up in Johannesburg to drive the 7+ hours to the camp (and providing the company of an old friend the whole way) to the comfortable quarters and attentive yet unobtrusive hospitality at Klaserie Camps and – my GOD - the food of Chef Lindsay...everything about the experience of staying in the bush on a Moriti safari is second-to none.
And then there's the reason you're there: the game drives. Shaun says his safaris are meant for a certain type of guest: one who wants to learn about the whole bushveld ecosystem, from the Big 5, of course, to general game, right down to the birds, trees, and insects. I'm not sure how anyone could go out day after day with Shaun and NOT be that type of guest by the end of it. Shaun's knowledge of his trade is incredible. He is so deeply passionate about not just the animals, but all the living things that make up the park environment, that it's impossible for it not to rub off on you.
We had some unbelievable sightings while we were there (including a half hour of eavesdropping on a huge male leopard devouring an impala kill we had discovered earlier in the day!), but somehow, they're not what stand out most in my mind. It's the overall experience and all the moments we shared with not just Shaun, but our hosts Don and Lee, our tracker Patrick, and Chef Lindsay. Shaun said on our drive from Joburg that his guests become friends, and it's so true. By the end of our six days, we had already planned out with Shaun our next African safari in two years. And it was not a dynamic of customer and service provider; it was one of friends planning the next time we'd get together.
Seriously, look no further. Moriti Private Safaris provides the experience of a lifetime.
Email Mr & Mrs Taylor | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Quit Lion around and book this amazing safari experience now!
Our nine day safari with Moriti Private Safaris was nothing short of exceptional. From our initial enquiries right through to our farewell at its end, Shaun delivered a first class, personalised and truly memorable experience, which made our honeymoon unforgettable.
For context, my wife is a vet, is passionate about animals and had been on safari in Africa before. I was a complete beginner with, to be honest, a passing interest in animals and wildlife. We both felt the game drives, educational discussions & demonstrations were engaging, easy to follow and pitched perfectly. The point is, Shaun caters for a broad spectrum of safari-goers - one of many reasons to book with Moriti!
The diversity and variety of the nine-day tour were right for us because of the layered exposure to the world of safaris in and around Kruger National Park. The highlight, whilst avoiding spoilers, was the private use of a first class game lodge plus having Lyndsay, a personally dedicated chef, was quite fantastic - not to mention all of the wild animals.
Shaun himself is dedicated, professional and passionate about what he delivers. The depth and breadth of his knowledge was very impressive from start to finish. His experience and lifelong interest in the wild was plain to see throughout the trip. He is very easy to get on with; we felt safe and secure on all the drives - even when wild lions were within a few metres of us!
Our safari experience felt personalised and we couldn’t have been happier. We have already recommended Moriti to our closest friends.
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Email Lesley & Elliot | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Moriti Safaris - the trip of a lifetime!
My wife and I cannot say enough about the extraordinary safari we had with Shaun of Moriti Safaris. Our trip into the bush exceeded all of our wildest expectations. Not only did we repeatedly see the Big 5 (lion, leopard, elephant, rhinoceros and buffalo), but we saw herds of giraffes, wart hogs, mongoose, guinea fowl, tortoises, hippopotamus, all sorts of antelope, hyenas, zebras, baboons, hares and on and on. In addition, Shaun pointed out incredible birds, like eagles, vultures, kingfishers, heron and storks, etc. Believe it or not, we even tracked a leopard for 2 days, and eventually saw it at night, close enough to take pictures from our vehicle. Nothing was too big or small for Shaun to bring to our attention, including a huge termite nest and dung beetles. Shaun was a wonderful guide, host, diver and companion. We cannot recommend him highly enough. Thank you Shaun for making our safari an experience to remember for ever.
Email Tricia, Peter, and Ella | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Experience of a lifetime
This was a perfect experience for two generations. From the ease of booking and tailoring our adventure to the safari itself.
Shaun took the time to get to know us and ensure that everyone was catered for. While it all seemed easy, we are sure that this is the result of excellent organisation and, as important, strong professional relationships forged over time.
Having never done anything like this, we didn’t truly know what to expect. However, the safari itself exceeded our expectations.
This was a truely private and tailored experience. Our only disappointment was not being able to spend longer.
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Email jeff kurn | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Trip of a Lifetime. Tour of a Lifetime. Shaun nails it!
This was the perfect experience - from the planning stages starting nine months prior to the tour to the luxurious five days on the safari. Truly trip of a lifetime that was so special because of Shaun and his ability to personalize the tour based on our requests to his incredible knowledge of everything that goes on in the park. The trip fully exceeded our expectations. We saw all of big 5 along with a check-book filled guide of other animals and birds. Shaun was an expert on all things and brought our safari to life. His excitement, knowledge and ability to share made the trip perfect. The facilities we used in the public and private park. The personalized food. Can't recommend Shaun and Moriti any higher.
Email Alison B | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Outstanding Again
This was our second trip with Moriti and we wouldn't dream of going with anyone else. I was a little worried beforehand that it couldn't possibly be as good second time around, but again it didn't disappoint. Shaun really knows his stuff and is great to be around - it's like being on holiday with a good friend. Nothing is too much trouble for him and we saw a great mix of animals including the Big 5 on five different days. Get planning our next adventure, Shaun, we'll be back again!
Email Dennis and Sue | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fantastic Kruger safari experience
Booked the Moriti 9 day safari after online research and delighted with the result, it was amazing from start to finish. We saw the Kruger from 3 different perspectives, the Southern Kruger national park, the Tshukudu private reserve, and the highlight which was the very private lodge at Klaserie in the Greater Kruger. It was so comfortable and relaxing and completely in the wilderness. We felt very special with private game drives and superb food cooked just for us in such a wonderful location.
Everything on the whole trip was wonderfully organised, our guide William was amazing, and the accommodation and food everywhere were top class. It all acted as a superb background to the real highlight, the wildlife itself. We had so many amazing wildlife experiences from the large to the small including close encounters with feeding lions, observing cheetahs immediately after a kill from almost within touching distance, and inquisitive rhinos whilst on foot. A real highlight was following wild dogs to a kill with hyenas and vultures circling, and then watching just metres from the pack as the pups were fed meat brought back to them.
In the brief time outside of the Kruger reserve other experiences were packed into the itinerary, all of them special in their own way. There was wonderful scenery at God’s Window, Blyde Canyon and potholes, along with animal interactions at rehabilitation centres with elephants, cheetahs, vultures, eagles, and even a hippo.
Shaun at Moriti was excellent in organising and communicating the booking process and payment, and put together a brilliant packed tour itinerary.
This wonderful trip will certainly not be our last safari, and we would certainly recommend Moriti to anyone looking for similar experiences of a lifetime.
Email Jo Leadbeatter and Maurice Moulton | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
An amazing and unique experience which ticked all the boxes and surpassed expectation.
From my first, vague email to a very sad farewell at the end of an incredible African adventure, Shaun and his staff have been nothing but friendly, helpful, caring and professional and a bottomless mine of information. We did our version of the "9-Day Guided Best of Kruger Park Safari" tour - a great choice to get a sample of public, commercial and private reserves with some spectacular scenery thrown in courtesy of the Panorama Route.
Shaun's pride and passion for Africa, her wildlife and humans, shows in everything he does, as does his willingness to share his wealth of knowledge. He is a great judge of character and tweaks the experience as he gets to know his clients. Be prepared for fun, laughter and awe-inspiring wildlife encounters. Walking through the African bush is an experience we will never forget. His tours are not just about ticking boxes as you spot the big 5, they are about appreciating whatever this magical place wishes to share with you.
Shaun's contacts and carefully selected staff allow him to provide an incredibly well-serviced tour. Accommodation was always well above expectation, and meals were fabulous.
This was a supposed to be a once in a lifetime experience, but we are already saving for the return trip, this time with the children.
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Email Elyssia & Lathe | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Amazing life changing experience! Private photographer safari success
Choosing a safari from half way around the globe can be a daunting challenge. Look no further! This tour exceeded all our expectations. We booked a 5 night photographer's safari through Moriti and Shaun. What helped us chose this one was Shaun's speed in replying and thoroughness in communication. We were booked with the Nzumba lodge in the Klaserie Camps and were delighted to spend time with Werner and Rica as our hosts. Werner is an extremely knowledgeable ranger and tracker who made us feel safe and a part of the family immediately. Rica was a gracious host who made every meal an art form and feast for the eyes as well as the mouth. The rooming was like something out of movie. 5 star all the way! The daily drives were private (just my husband and I) and customized to what we wanted to see and how long we wanted to stay out. I cannot recommend this location or it's hosts more! I'm telling all my friends about it...you should too!
Email Sue Reeves | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Best ever experience!
Shaun gave us the experience of a lifetime and his knowledge and passion for wildlife is generously shared which allowed us to learn an incredible amount while we relaxed and enjoyed every minute of our trip!
We had amazing sightings of wild dogs, lion, hyena, elephants, owls and so much more and I will never look at ants in the same way again!
My only complaint is that it had to come to an end but I will most definitely be back!