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Elyse
US
Visited:
November 2023
Reviewed: Nov 29, 2023
Email Elyse | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Better than I could have imagined
MoAfrica had amazing communication - they called me right away, texted and when we talked on WhatsAPP, even sent voice memos with instructions which was helpful and made me feel safe that I was booking with a real person! Their online reservation system was easy, safe and secure. I had origionally thought I wanted to stay in Kruger itself, but many were booked so the agent suggested Kapama Southern Camp.
We were picked up by a bus from JoBerg airport to our destination and I could not BELIEVE how lovely Kapama was!
Our guides Selbie and Dee were amazing - Kapama seemed to pair you in your vehicle with like people, so we were with 2 other younger couples. We had
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the same guides, and waiter for our 3 nights so we really got to know them very quickly. All food and alcohol were included, and the food did not disappoint!! Everything was absolutely magnificent!My favorite part though were the animals - we saw everything.. Zebra, Rinos, Giraffe, Lions, Leopards, Buffalo, Wharthogs, Impala, Kudu, Nyala... and my absolute favorite - Elephants! Plus its late spring/early summer so all the babies were out!! The weather was perfect, not too hot not too cold.
We brought hiking gear - and did a bush walk but for packing I would say you could get away with some tough sneakers or hiking boots, breathable pants, and then layers on top - I needed my sweatshirt + rain jacket at night usually to break the wind, though there are also blanks and hot water bottles for the trip.
Absolutely the experience of a lifetime - don't hesitate!!
Jessica
AU
Visited:
November 2023
Reviewed: Nov 28, 2023
Email Jessica | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Highly recommend
My friend and I booked the 4-Day Tremisana Kruger Park Safari with Viva Safaris. I couldn't rate it any higher. The whole experience was amazing, we saw so many animals, all the staff were amazing and the services including the food was fantastic.
Peter
CZ
Visited:
October 2023
Reviewed: Nov 27, 2023
Email Peter | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
fantastic wildlife experience at Sanbona Resort
We had a fantastic stay at Sanbona Wildlife Resort about 3 hours from CapeTown very well organized by Gems of Africa. After this safari we enjoyed a few days in CapeTown, one of our favorite cities in the world. Finally we went to Stellenbosch to visit some wineries including the degustation of very good South African wines. Overall our trip was one of the highligt of our life.
Lisa B
US
Visited:
November 2023
Reviewed: Nov 25, 2023
Email Lisa B | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Beautiful, must see
Awesome experience! Our guide Hoppy was the best guide we could ask for. He was knowledgeable, thoughtful, fun, and cared about the wildlife. We got to see the Big 5 in just three days. Loved our stay at Sabie Bush River Camp, the open jeep drives were great. If you book a safari request Hoppy, he made the experience excellent.
Cathy
US
Visited:
October 2023
Reviewed: Nov 21, 2023
Email Cathy | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An adventure everyone should do!
South Africa was more than we had expected, absolutely beautiful! This was a bucket list trip and South Africa did not disappoint us.
Umkumbe Lodge was very nice and the people who work there were very nice and accommodating. The safari tour guides were extremely knowledgeable which made the trip even better.
Mary
GB
Visited:
October 2023
Reviewed: Nov 21, 2023
Email Mary | 65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Beautiful country with so much to offer tourists
The food in restaurants is really good and extremely reasonable, aided by the favourable GBP/Rand exchange rate.
From Cape Town we then flew up to the Timbavati Game Reserve for a 4 night safari arranged by Indigo Safaris, who we would also recommend for their
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organisation of our trip. Timbavati is at the edge of the Kruger and is home to the Big5 all of which we saw. Have only given the Wildlife 4 stars though as animals were rather scarce we felt, but as I have said, we did see all the Big 5 and a lot of other animals too as well as some beautiful birds (though we are not birders). Everywhere was very dry while we were there, but they had had a few days of heavy rain just before we arrived and the rainy season was about to start when apparently the rivers would be full, whereas we were driven along the sandy river beds!Everywhere we went in SA we were impressed by the smiles on the faces of all the local people, who were very friendly and welcoming.
We can't wait to return, in hopefully two years time.
Bostjan Krajnc
SI
Visited:
October 2023
Reviewed: Nov 15, 2023
Email Bostjan Krajnc | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
trully amazing country
Great game safari, we loved Kruger park, we loved Cape Town, food, open market
Rebecca
ZA
Visited:
October 2023
Reviewed: Nov 14, 2023
Email Rebecca | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Easy Way To Get Out Of The City And See The Big 5
The game drive vehicle was one of the largest I've seen, sitting at least 20. That wasn't ideal, but we sat in the front so we could hear the very-knowledgeable driver and it didn't feel like we were crammed onto an amusement park safari ride. During the lunch break, giraffes and other wildlife (mostly birds) visited the restaurant located inside
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the reserve. The restaurant itself had a nice selection of food -- even given the fact we had the limited menu created specifically for the game drive guests. The establishment was totally full, so the service was a bit slow.Norman Muchacheni with Nhlalala Travel Agency provided transportation to and from the reserve. He was friendly and knowledgeable about the area and sites we passed. He arrived promptly for pick up and provided refreshments for the ride. Plus, the van was very clean. It was overall a great day and game drive experience.
Esther Sanchez
ES
Visited:
October 2023
Reviewed: Nov 12, 2023
Email Esther Sanchez | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing holiday destination
I would totally recommend to travel to South Africa. The country is amazing, and you can find everything is one place, from coast and beaches, to gorges and mountains, to waterfalls and animals. I totally recommend the Garden Route, Stellenbosch, Cape Town, Addo Elephant Park and of course, the Kruger. Get to see the animals so close is something I will never forget. I travelled solo and never had any issues in SA, and this is my 6th time!
Liz
NL
Visited:
November 2023
Reviewed: Nov 12, 2023
Email Liz | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Beautiful scene
Even though I visited South Africa between (their) winter and summer, it was still such a beautiful scene! I only got to see 4 of the big 5, but I saw so many other animals. It is definitely worth a visit.