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User Reviews of South Africa (1,296 Reviews)

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4.8289 / 5 4.8 /5
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Male avatar icon Alexander (Lex) Taylor Australia flag AU       Visited: June 2026 Reviewed: Jul 16, 2026

Email Alexander (Lex) Taylor  |  50-65 years of age  |  Experience level: over 5 safaris

The best alternative - Safari on foot.

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A 3 day walking safari with Africa-on Foot in the Klaserie Private Nature Reserve, a Big 5 game reserve in the Limpopo Province of South Africa. It sits within the Greater Kruger….
Walking up to 15km a day, with 2 guides, carrying .404 rifles as a last form of defence….. The guns are an absolute last resort, never needed by either and not on our trip…. But the adrenaline rush of not knowing what you will see next or in what context cannot be captured in a photograph. Amongst the many Impala, Zebra and other prey animals, we were also up close and personal with White Rhino, Elephant and on our last day a beautiful male Leopard. He was more scared of us than we of him…. When he finally woke up! Other highlights, the bird life was incredible and our Guides knowledge of the Flora and Fauna gave us time to stop along the way and understand how people have lived with the land for centuries.

Male avatar icon Hillary Kenya flag KE       Visited: June 2026 Reviewed: Jul 14, 2026

Email Hillary  |  20-35 years of age

Better place to be

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Our guide made the trip both fun and educational about human and animals cultures in different areas.The staffs preparedness and friendly attitude made the experience even better.

Male avatar icon Ernest Oyler United States flag US       Visited: May 2026 Reviewed: Jul 10, 2026

Email Ernest Oyler  |  50-65 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

Better in life than on tv

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We should have extended our three day to a four day Safari. We visited multiple reserves, we did a sunset safari, a sunrise safari and an all day at Krueger national Park. It’s just amazing to see these animals in the wild. I think the sunset Safari was the favorite for our group of 10. We will definitely be back for more safaris in the future.

Female avatar icon Jinny Australia flag AU       Visited: June 2026 Reviewed: Jul 10, 2026

Email Jinny  |  65+ years of age  |  Experience level: 2-5 safaris

Amazing time at Black Rhino Lodge

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The guide/driver was so knowledgeable and found us so much wildlife to see including birds. Black Rhino Lodge was 5 star in terms of accommodation, food and staff.

Male avatar icon Steven United States flag US       Visited: June 2026 Reviewed: Jul 9, 2026

Email Steven  |  35-50 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

Delightful hospitality, amazing views

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I had a great time visiting South Africa. Cape Town was lovely. The people were so hospitable and the food was fantastic. I then visited Kruger for a 7 day safari with viva safari. It was a once in a lifetime experience that was incredible. We saw all of the big 5, plus so many other animals. The guides were great, the accommodations were great, and overall it was just a lovely time. The bush walk was especially fun too.

Male avatar icon Seth Marmor United States flag US       Visited: May 2026 Reviewed: Jul 4, 2026

Email Seth Marmor  |  65+ years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

A country of natural beauty with warm and welcoming people.

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In addition to seeing the big five, I saw penguins and the most beautiful sunsets,

Avatar icon Eleanor Nicholl United Kingdom flag GB       Visited: May 2026 Reviewed: Jul 1, 2026

Email Eleanor Nicholl

UNBELIEVABLE!!!

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We honestly had the most amazing time on our safari. From the moment we were picked up for transfers it was a 10/10 experience - all staff were so friendly, the tents were well equipped and a great experience, the camps were wholesome, the food was delicious and the safari's were just the best experience ever! I would recommend it to anyone!

Male avatar icon Phillip Canada flag CA       Visited: June 2026 Reviewed: Jun 30, 2026

Email Phillip  |  65+ years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

Safari met all our expectations and more

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Safari was everything we expected it to be and more. Ivory Moon Lodge was excellent and Chef Forward was top notch. Animal viewing was brilliant but guests should know to be prepared for long days for optimal animal experiences. We had 2 days where we were in the vehicle at 5 AM and not back to the lodge until 5 PM. Next safari, we will schedule more time to enjoy the lodge.

Female avatar icon Tracy Desimone United States flag US       Visited: May 2026 Reviewed: Jun 26, 2026

Email Tracy Desimone  |  35-50 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

South Africa is absolutely epic! There’s just nothing else like it on the planet!

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I absolutely can not say enough good things about South Africa and the amazing beauty and magic that fills the land. I don’t think I’ve seen so many epic sunsets in a row as I did here.
The elephants and giraffes are my favorite, luckily I got to see so many of them it was beyond what i imagined. I was lucky enough to see all the big 5 and the little 5 on my first trip!
If you are considering going to South Africa I highly highly recommend doing it! This was by far the most amazing experience I have ever had.

Female avatar icon Mita Hartland United States flag US       Visited: June 2026 Reviewed: Jun 20, 2026

Email Mita Hartland  |  50-65 years of age  |  Experience level: 2-5 safaris

Trip of a lifetime

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It was an amazing experience. We traveled there in June which is their winter so it was a bit chilly in the mornings and evenings but during the day it got nice and comfortable. We booked the most amazing five day Safari in Kruger national Park With Elephant Herd Safari and were able to see all of the big five day one. As you can imagine, we are absolutely thrilled with our vacation and would definitely recommend other others booking through them. Dylan, Our booking agent was fantastic and took care of everything. Our guides both Jason when we stayed at the Zarafa and Jason and Pete, the tracker at Tomo Lodge were outstanding. Both of the lodges were amazing, the staff was on point and our meals were so delicious. We are already considering a revisit with more family members in a couple years