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Male avatar icon Marty New Zealand flag NZ       Visited: July 2018 Reviewed: Jul 25, 2018

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

Outstanding African wildlife and wilderness experience

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4 days in Kruger the highlight of my daughter and myselfs 5 week African dry season trip. Had seen all the big 5 by day 2. Transport, accommodation and food were all of a good standard and truly reflected our budget. We were very impressed with our guide Simons passion and knowledge for the wildlife and bush and he kept us fully engaged and involved in the park drives. Full on days on the hunt for viewing animals with never a dull moment. Definitely not just tourists on a bus traveling from A to B here. So many highlights but being charged by a big bull elephant (unharmed), watching 2 lions stalk a herd of zebra, seeing a big herd of buffalo stampede, seeing a leopard up on a big rock silhouetted by the sunset, close encounters with 2 rhino and 2 young hyena deserve a mention. Unfortunately didn't see any cheetah or wild dogs but that's safaris for you and good reason to go back again. If you love the great outdoors and have a desire to see some of the amazing animals that live
Read more on our beautiful planet in their natural environment then this is for you. A real taste of Africa awaits. Highly recommend.
Female avatar icon Tracy United States flag US       Visited: July 2018 Reviewed: Jul 23, 2018

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

GREAT ADVICE AND EXPERIENCE 10/10

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I was connected with Walter Kohrs thru Trip Advisor in August of 2017 for a Safari in July of 2018. Walter asked me many questions and wanted to understand what I was looking for before making any recommendations on what part of Africa, budget and type of things my family wanted to do. We decided on South Africa and specifically a Bush Camp in SABI SANDS.

We ended up at Nottens Bush Camp which Walter booked along with Airport Transfers to the lodge. Everything exceeded my expectations... I highly recommend Walter and his excellent knowledge and service he provides.. We traveled from the Orange County Ca with 17 year old twins who were not that excited to go initially . They both LOVED the Safari and the attention to detail provided by Walter and Nottens Camp.

Avatar icon Jason R United States flag US       Visited: July 2018 Reviewed: Jul 17, 2018

Email Jason R

Fantastic experience!

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We absolutely loved our SA trip! The safaris were amazing and we saw everything we hoped to! The Big Five and more. We spent a day on the Panoramic Route Tour and while it was a bit rushed fitting all the stops in in one day, the experience didn't disappoint.

Female avatar icon Diana United States flag US       Visited: May 2018 Reviewed: Jul 11, 2018

Email Diana  |  20-35 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

Experience of a Lifetime!

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Everything was seamlessly planned for us, so that we could really take in the sights and experience. We particularly loved the service from the lodges. Everyone was so welcoming and accommodating.

Male avatar icon Paulo S. C. Ferraz Brazil flag BR       Visited: June 2018 Reviewed: Jul 7, 2018

Email Paulo S. C. Ferraz  |  65+ years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

An unforgettable experience!!!!!

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Our experience in South Africa was remarkable. The silence of savana, the sunset and the wild life are spectacular. In addition, we were received by a very experient and lovely team from the "Wild Planet Safari company". They offered to us very comfortable camps, good food, very good explanation about wild life and total security. We totally recommend this experience.

Female avatar icon Claire Roadley United Kingdom flag GB       Visited: May 2018 Reviewed: Jul 4, 2018

Email Claire Roadley  |  35-50 years of age  |  Experience level: over 5 safaris

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Love South Africa and have stayed in many of its game reserves from caravans camping in the Kruger to luxury lodges like MalaMala...

Female avatar icon L Mullin United States flag US       Visited: June 2018 Reviewed: Jul 2, 2018

Email L Mullin  |  50-65 years of age  |  Experience level: 2-5 safaris

AMAZING experience!!

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We were a family of 4 and used Viva Safaris with a stay at Tremisana Lodge. We did a 5 day/ 4 night safari. It was the most amazing experience from beginning to end!! We saw all the “Big 5” and so much more ! Tremisana Lodge was wonderful. The grounds were rustic and beautiful , the food excellent, and staff amazing.

Viva Safaris was beyond our expectations. The safari guides/ drivers were beyond knowledgeable and our itinerary perfect. The itinerary kept us busy, but with the needed downtime in between. It was the perfect balance of activities. From Bush walks, game drives, and animal rehabilitation centers, there was so much to do and see!! We would highly recommend Viva Safaris and a stay are tremisana Lodge!!

Female avatar icon Danielle United States flag US       Visited: March 2018 Reviewed: Jul 1, 2018

Email Danielle  |  20-35 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

Absolutely life changing, surreal, and incredible!

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Everything about my safari in South Africa was amazing! The people who worked for Viva Safaris were all so nice, accommodating, and incredibly knowledgeable. I learned so much from them about South African wildlife, foliage, and culture. The scenery in the bush varied by location, which made each place unique, and Kruger National Park was just beautiful. It was a great experience to see so many different types of landscape in one place.

We saw SO many animals, too! Elephants, giraffes, and various species of antelope were in abundance. Our guides also patiently, diligently, and expertly searched for lions, since that's all we wanted to see, and they did not disappoint! We were also lucky enough to see rhinos, hippos, wildebeest, baboons, and so many animal species I've never even heard of. It was a surreal experience to see all of these beautiful animals in their natural habitat. Truly breathtaking and life changing.

The lodging and food were adequate
Read more - definitely worth it at the affordable price point. The weather was perfect. Overall, my experience is one I won't soon forget and I've talked about it nonstop since I've been back!
Female avatar icon Maeve Maginn United Kingdom flag GB       Visited: April 2018 Reviewed: Jun 30, 2018

Email Maeve Maginn  |  20-35 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

Seeing the big 5 was certainly an incredible experience!

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Accommodation was first class, staff were very friendly and helpful! Food at the resort was also very nice. Safari was an incredible experience, seeing the big 5 was amazing - we would definitely recommend the night time safari! All in all a great trip in a beautiful country, couldn’t recommend it enough!

Male avatar icon Kaz United States flag US       Visited: May 2018 Reviewed: Jun 22, 2018

Email Kaz  |  20-35 years of age  |  Experience level: 2-5 safaris

Exceptional

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Our stay was incredible. From the game lodge, to the service, to the scenery, to the wildlife and guides, everything exceeded our expectations.
All staff we encountered ensured that our experience was superb and that we were well taken care of. Would definitely recommend.