User Reviews of South Africa (1,285 Reviews)

Combines unforgettable Big 5 safaris with some of the world's most spectacular panoramic landscapes.

This was my first trip to South Africa. It was extremely successful and delivered exactly what I was hoping for from a safari. I saw all of the Big 5 and a wide variety of other wildlife. The guides impressed me with their knowledge of both animals and plants and their remarkable ability to locate wildlife. The ability to leave the roads and track animals in a private reserve was a major advantage over a national park-only experience. I enjoyed additional excursions to the Kruger National Park and the spectacular Panoramic Route, giving me both wildlife and scenery. The lodge itself was peaceful, intimate and uncrowded. I particularly appreciated watching wildlife from the lodge veranda while relaxing between activities. The food, staff and overall hospitality exceeded expectations.

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A stunning country

Loved every minute in South Africa from The Karoo to Cape Town to The Kruger. Amazing sights, scenes and wonderful people everywhere. Truly unforgettable.

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Beautiful Country Nice People

We spent 5 days around Cape Town, 4 days driving garden route to Port Elizabeth. 4 around Kruger and 2 in Joberg. We had a very enjoyable trip, visiting important sites, great scenery and good wildlife. We didn't visit wine country. We took a guided tour of Soweto.
We felt appreciated, warmly treated by everyone we met and felt safe throughout our time in South Africa.
We highly recommend South Africa.

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Unforgettable!

A few days in the wild doing a safari in Sabi Sands, South Africa 🌍

Up before sunrise for the 6am game drive, the bush still cold and dark, mist sitting low over the grass, the sky slowly turning pink and orange as the sun came up. Back for breakfast by the river, watching animals come down to drink on the other side of the lodge fence. A bush walk through the wilderness on foot, reading tracks, learning the land.

Then the middle of the day belongs to you. Lunch, a dip in the pool, some rest, board games, darts, the gym, with some impalas wandering through the lodge grounds.

Then out again at 4pm, golden light, the predators starting to move. Sundowners in the bush as the sky turned orange. Dinner by the bonfire under a sky full of stars.

In between all of that, the Big Five, countless other animals, and sunrises and sunsets that stopped us every single time.

Some experiences are impossible to put into words. This is one of them.

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Wonderful travel destination, particularly for people looking for up-close wildlife encounters.

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Magical animals , accomodation and guides.

We stayed at Umkumbe river lodge (Dabi sands) and NThambo tree lodge in Greater Kruger.
The safari rides were fantastic we saw all kinds of animals and really enjoyed the experience.
All staff were exceptional and made the most of any opportunity to see the wildlife.
I would highly recommend this as the trip of a lifetime.

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This South African safari swept me off my feet.

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Mixed experience due to poor lodging at Buffelsdrift, cancellations, and poor service.

I've been in South Africa previously. This trip was affected by severe rains. We understood that this hampered the safari. But the accommodations were not as advertised. The power went out for a while and the phone didn't work. The drinking and bath water in the tent was brown. Outings were canceled. Our refund for all the issues totaled $33.15 on a $2600 tour.

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A magical place to visit

We loved South Africa. It felt safe despite what we had heard. We stayed on the waterfront but walked everywhere. The food is amazing. The scenery is spectacular and the people lovely. We did lions head and table mountain hikes and an amazing safari. We enjoyed the tour around Robben island. Really shocking what went on. The wine trams are a must! I am recommending to everyone. Just go. The food and drink is so cheap too but top quality.

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South Africa is a beautiful Country Must visit country

Amazing Tour highly recommend
Very needed service and knowledgeable guide

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