Average User Rating
Rating Breakdown
Write a User Review
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
Read more
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
Read more
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.
Andre van Staden
AN
Visited:
October 2023
Reviewed: Nov 9, 2023
Email Andre van Staden | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Diverse
Hospitality staff friendly. Just a mindset that you need to watch your belongings.
Deanne Cricks Smith
US
Visited:
October 2023
Reviewed: Nov 8, 2023
Email Deanne Cricks Smith | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Can’t wait to see you again
I don’t even know where to begin. Our trip to South Africa was life-changing. We can’t wait to go back as we never wanted to leave. This was the trip of a lifetime for us. We made several great new friends, from several different countries, including South Africa. Our safari guides were the best and our guide at CapeTown and Winelands was also the best I have no complaints at all.
Jessica Verwaard
CH
Visited:
October 2023
Reviewed: Nov 7, 2023
Email Jessica Verwaard | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Spectaculair stay in Ku Sungala lodge
Perfect destination very lucky with the weather. Hosts so kind and accommodating.
I’m a single mom traveling with 2 daughters (12&13) I felt safe and welcome. I was able to freely enjoy and discover South Africa.
Linda R
US
Visited:
September 2023
Reviewed: Nov 6, 2023
Email Linda R | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
The beauty of seeing animals in the wild was amazing.
The bush drives was made special by the guides. They try hard to find the animals and get into best place for photo ops. The animals were very visible and roaming freely throughout the reserve. The evening meal in the boma with open pit bbq, was wonderful, made even more authentic with the presence of four hyenas just outside the perimeter lurking around for food scraps. South Africa is enchanting with beautiful views. The sunsets are colorful and memorable. A full moon in the African bush is beyond words. However, the best part of South Africa is the people…friendly, engaging and welcoming. This was a trip that I will always treasure.
