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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 Kim Walder Australia flag AU       Visited: May 2018 Reviewed: Jul 16, 2018

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

Affordable experience with a lot to offer

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From the very first sighting of an elephant as we drove to our accommodation, this trip was full of unexpected adventures and memorable experiences. The guides were friendly and knowledgeable and went out of their way to ensure we had the best experience possible. Accommodation in the lodge was comfortable, meals were excellent and the staff great. It would have been nice to have a bar open for drinks and socialising with other guests. The vehicles for the safari were comfortable and allowed fantastic viewing. I believe a four-day safari offered a great range of experiences, as the trip to the rehabilitation centre and the other park were great. The day trip to Kruger was fun, together with the evening and early morning safaris. The walking safari was also a great experience, even if we almost came face to face with a rhino!

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.

Female avatar icon Sue Stephan United States flag US       Visited: June 2018 Reviewed: Jul 9, 2018

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

Great!

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Our time in south Africa was spent in Kruger NP which was terrific with many wild animals and birds to view. 4-5 days in Kruger is a perfect amount of time.

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!!

Male avatar icon Kok Kim Singapore flag SG       Visited: June 2018 Reviewed: Jul 2, 2018

Email Kok Kim  |  50-65 years of age  |  Experience level: 2-5 safaris

Diverse unpredictable wildlife sightings and action in 10 game drives at 3 different lodges

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We were blessed with sightings of the major big cats: male and female lions and cubs (in various activities: a mating couple, young cubs suckling mommy lioness, 3 young male lions feeding on carcass, 2 lionesses face off a rhino family; a male and female lioness staking and chasing a warthog); cheetahs (brothers and within family) in Phinda park reserve; leopards (and even 1 one that prowled at Kirkman Kamp where we stayed).
Also saw several white rhinos, hyenas, genet, dwarf mangoose, besides lots of zebras, giraffes, elephants, wildebeest.
Weather was pleasant: dry and cold in mornings.
Food and accommodation was excellent, with good variety and quantity of food and very comfortable bedding and bathrooms.
Rangers and drivers knew their stuff and got us key cat activities and also close to the action.

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!