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Lize Enderstein

I work as a senior consultant for African Travel Gateway and have 18 years of experience in the travel industry. We plan, book and implement tailor-made holidays for our clients that fit within their budget but still give them a true African experience and a trip of a lifetime. I love traveling and meeting interesting people, experiencing different cultures and always say “life is too short not to travel”.

What places and activities do you specialize in?

"We specialize in 10 Southern & East Africa countries, namely: South Africa, Botswana, Namibia, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Mozambique, Swaziland, Tanzania, Kenya & Zanzibar. Our activities range from various types of safaris to the more regular tours to cities and non-safari adventures in the region like Cape Town, train journeys, beach holidays and horse back safaris."

How did you get involved in travel?

"After studying food and hotel management and working a couple of years in the industry I decided it was time for a change…..I always loved to travel as I have a bucket list to tick off as life is just too short to waste any time. I applied for a job in the travel business and since that time never looked back. I love my work and is passionate about what I do. "

Please share a unique travel experience you will never forget.

"My first ever safari was in Botswana, a truly African safari experience, we stayed at Sanctuary Stanley's Camp in the Okavango Delta and after a fantastic safari with mokoros on the river we went for a picnic lunch and while enjoying the beautiful scenery a herd of Elephants came walking through the big trees making their way towards the the river to drink water, it was a very scary feeling but also excited as I have never witnessed anything like that before, it was truly something I would remember forever."

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Recent trip reviews for Lize

Namibia, Botswana & Zimbabwe.
Namibia | Aug 25 - Sep 13, 2024

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Charles D.
United Kingdom | Reviewed on Sep 16, 2024

Recently returned from an amazing adventure to Namibia, Botswana & Zimbabwe which was meticulously organised by Lize at KimKim who was brilliant. Always helpful and responsive throughout the trip, would not hesiate to recommend her if you are planning a trip to Africa. Thank you Lize!

Local specialist: Lize Enderstein
Lize
Lize Enderstein
Local specialist in Cape Town, South Africa | Replied on Sep 16, 2024

Hi Charles,
Thank you for your review and recommendation, I appreciate it.
Great to hear that you enjoyed your trip to Namibia, Botswana and Zimbabwe.
I hope to hear from you again should you wish to return to Southern Africa.
Take care and all the best, Lize

Very very happy with the service that we rece...
Namibia | Aug 25 - Sep 13, 2024

Alexander
Alexander R.
United Kingdom | Reviewed on Sep 14, 2024
Very very happy with the service that we received for this trip from Lize. We chopped and changed a lot and she was very flexible and helpful as we put the trip together between November and January 2024. We mixed and matched accommodation across the piece for our trip to Namibia and Botswana. We had a brilliant time and it all proceeded largely without a hitch. It was all a big undertaking, especially for us, neither of us having visited Africa in more than 25 years. Lize took us through... Read more

Very very happy with the service that we received for this trip from Lize. We chopped and changed a lot and she was very flexible and helpful as we put the trip together between November and January 2024. We mixed and matched accommodation across the piece for our trip to Namibia and Botswana. We had a brilliant time and it all proceeded largely without a hitch. It was all a big undertaking, especially for us, neither of us having visited Africa in more than 25 years. Lize took us through every step and was brilliant. Top marks.

I wouldn't hesitate to use KimKim again.

Hotel Reviews
Shametu River Lodge
Divundu

Perhaps my favourite hotel of the entire trip. Great staff and home cooked food.

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Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
The Windhoek Luxury Suites
Windhoek
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
They gave us the wrong room, took a while to sort.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Very nice rooms.
Desert Homestead Lodge

Outstanding

Authenticity & Character
Location
Remote!
Staff
Delightful
Cleanliness & Comfort
Namib Guesthouse
Swakopmund

Very good breakfast. Very nice owner.

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Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Twyfelfontein Country Lodge
Khorixas
Authenticity & Character
Location
Remote
Staff
Some charming staff.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Etosha Safari Camp Gondwana Collection Namibia

Fun place, rustic.

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Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Mokuti Etosha Lodge
Etosha National Park

Very smart, has had facelift.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Bang next to park
Staff
Very good staff.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Audi Camp
Maun

The only slightly disappointing experience we had

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Staff
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Moremi Crossing

Simply amazing, enough said.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Remote
Staff
All amazing. Full marks to Amos and Edward and the hotel staff.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Chobe Bush Lodge
Kasane
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Girly was amazing
Cleanliness & Comfort
The Victoria Falls Hotel
Victoria Falls

Swimming pool was closed, a pity. Very colonial and great rooms.

Authenticity & Character
Great bar, try the Stanley mix
Location
Staff
Bar staff very slow but charming, rest of the staff were excellent.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Okavango Delta Safari
Okavango Delta Safari
Okavango Delta

Undoubtedly, the highlight of the trip. Magnificent in every respect. Amazing guides, incredible wildlife. This really is trip of a lifetime stuff.

Quality of Experience
Everything
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Amos and Edward were superstars
Transport
Chobe Safari Day
Chobe Safari Day
Namibia

We were spoilt after Moremi Crossing. This was much bigger scale but very impressive wildlife again. Very enjoyable boat trips. Nice hotel, excellent staff.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Girly was particularly helpful.
Transport
Free time in Vic Falls
Free time in Vic Falls
Victoria Falls

Great white water rafting trip with Wild Horizons. Highly recommended. Great bunch of guys.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Lize Enderstein
Lize
Lize Enderstein
Local specialist in Cape Town, South Africa | Replied on Sep 16, 2024

Hi Alex,
Thank you for the great review. I really appreciate your feedback.
I am delighted to hear that you enjoyed your overall trip to Namibia, Botswana and Victoria Falls.
Thank you for pointing out about Audi Camp in Maun, we will book alternative accommodation in the future for our clients.
I hope to hear from you again should you wish to return to Southern Africa.
Take care and all the best, Lize

Our Fabulous African Adventure
South Africa | Aug 22 - Sep 2, 2024

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Janie W.
Manhattan, NY | Reviewed on Sep 03, 2024
Had a fabulous and seamless trip. Lize did an amazing job down to the last detail. Starting in Cape Town with our guide and driver Oliver who was an expert on Cape Town and its surrounds. From our trips to wine country, the botanical gardens and the peninsula penguins, to our walks around the wharf, it was a great experience only to be surpassed by our 4 days in Camp George on twice daily safaris with Julius who was an amazing guide with a great sense of humor. We saw a pride of lions... Read more

Had a fabulous and seamless trip. Lize did an amazing job down to the last detail. Starting in Cape Town with our guide and driver Oliver who was an expert on Cape Town and its surrounds. From our trips to wine country, the botanical gardens and the peninsula penguins, to our walks around the wharf, it was a great experience only to be surpassed by our 4 days in Camp George on twice daily safaris with Julius who was an amazing guide with a great sense of humor. We saw a pride of lions with a fresh water buffalo kill, elephants, rhinos, buffaloes, a leopard and so much more. The camp was beautiful and the service even better. On to the beautiful Victoria Falls with our guide Bees. Then on a 4 day houseboat safari on the Chobe River with twice daily river game drives with Movins to see the animals from another perspective. Accommodations everywhere were better than expected (although the houseboat could use some updates) and the attention to detail was fabulous. All and all a great vacation that more than met our expectations and one that I would highly recommend. KimKim and Lize did a fantastic job! Kudos to all.

Hotel Reviews
The Victoria & Alfred Hotel
Cape Town

Very nice hotel in a fabulous location.

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Location
Right on the wharf. Very walkable,safe and beautiful.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Simbavati - Camp George

The setting and accommodations were stunning and the staff was very friendly, welcoming and warm. They catered to our every need.

Authenticity & Character
Beautiful site in the bush that we learned was where the Mandela release talks were held. Can’t get more authentic than that.
Location
The ride to the lodge (as to all the surrounding lodges) was a challenge but once there it was well worth every bump. Our driver referred to the ride as an African massage. That it was!
Staff
Amazing staff. Couldn’t be nicer or more capable.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Lived everything about Camp George! Super clean and beautiful.
Insika Lodge

Hotel was very nice but we had a bit of a mosquito problem in our bathroom. Pool was lovely with wild animals roaming just behind it.

Authenticity & Character
Beautiful African decor.
Location
Very near the sunset cruise and close to Victoria Falls.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Chobe Princess Small Luxury Houseboat
Kasane, Botswana

Loved the experience. Staff was great. The boat itself could use some updates.

Authenticity & Character
Location
On the beautiful Chobe River with wildlife all around.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Full Day Winelands Tour (including lunch)
Full Day Winelands Tour (including lunch)
South Africa

Lovely day trip!

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Full Day Cape Peninsula Tour (including lunch)
Full Day Cape Peninsula Tour (including lunch)
South Africa
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Afternoon Game Drive
Afternoon Game Drive
South Africa

Amazing!!!

Quality of Experience
Everything!
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Julius was a great tracker with 30 years of experience and a great sense of humor.
Transport
Can’t say enough about Julius. He’s a 10!
Klaserie Game Drive
Klaserie Game Drive
Klaserie Private Nature Reserve
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Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Sunset cruise
Sunset cruise
Victoria Falls

Very nice.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Tour of the falls & Lunch at Lookout Cafe
Tour of the falls & Lunch at Lookout Cafe
Victoria Falls

Falls were spectacular!

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Chobe House Boat Arrival
Chobe House Boat Arrival
Chobe River - Namibia Side
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Chobe Houseboat Daily Activities
Chobe Houseboat Daily Activities
Chobe River - Namibia Side

Great way to see the wildlife from a different perspective.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Our guide Movins and the entire staff was fabulous!
Transport
Local specialist: Lize Enderstein
Lize
Lize Enderstein
Local specialist in Cape Town, South Africa | Replied on Sep 04, 2024

Hi Janie,
It is always heartwarming to read great feedback, and I am delighted to hear that you enjoyed your overall trip to South Africa, Victoria Falls and Chobe. The pictures you took are amazing and I especially love the one with the Elephants with the baby. Very special.
Thank you for pointing out about Chobe Princess we will pass this onto their team.
I hope to hear from you again should you wish to return to our beautiful country.
Best Wishes, Lize

A dream come true thanks to expert planning
Namibia | Jun 30 - Jul 10, 2024

Linda
Linda M.
United Kingdom | Reviewed on Jul 15, 2024
Lize made our dream trip come true. We had been thinking about this special trip for 2 years and once I reached out to Kim Kim, Lize took time and patience to genuinely understand our needs and pull together the right itinerary. Communication was smooth, everything was as promised and more. Lize checked in on us during the trip as well and helped organise a last minute activity (hot air ballooning in Sossuvei). I would 100% recommend Lize to any one my friends planning a trip. Read more

Lize made our dream trip come true. We had been thinking about this special trip for 2 years and once I reached out to Kim Kim, Lize took time and patience to genuinely understand our needs and pull together the right itinerary. Communication was smooth, everything was as promised and more. Lize checked in on us during the trip as well and helped organise a last minute activity (hot air ballooning in Sossuvei). I would 100% recommend Lize to any one my friends planning a trip.

Hotel Review
Otjiwa Mountain Lodge

This unique, intimate and beautiful property will leave you speechless

Authenticity & Character
The elegance
Location
The position and view
Staff
Very professional and warm
Cleanliness & Comfort
Spotless and beautifully furnished
Activity Review
Etosha South to Okonjima
Etosha South to Okonjima
Namibia

We loved all the tips on the App. Where to stop, get fuel and the visit to the cheetah conservation fund

Local specialist: Lize Enderstein
Lize
Lize Enderstein
Local specialist in South Africa | Replied on Jul 15, 2024

Hi Linda,
Thank you for the lovely feedback and kind words. I appreciate it.
I am delighted to hear that you enjoyed your overall trip to Namibia.
Thank you for trusting in me to book your special trip.
I hope to hear from you again in the near future.
Best Regards, Lize

African adventure of a lifetime.
South Africa | May 9 - May 21, 2022

Spencer
Spencer B.
Orlando, FL | Reviewed on Jun 25, 2024

Liz was an absolute pleasure to work with and had some great recommendations for places to stay and see, and took into account everything that we wanted as well. Everything was perfectly planned and executed. Our personal favorite thing was going to Sabi Sands, which was a personal recommendation by Liz. This trip was truly the trip of a lifetime. Have We 100% plan on coming back to South Africa in the next couple of years and hope that Liz is still there to guide us in our next adventure.

Local specialist: Lize Enderstein
Lize
Lize Enderstein
Local specialist in Cape Town, South Africa | Replied on Jun 26, 2024

Hi Spencer,
I hope you guys are doing well.
Thank you for the lovely feedback and excellent review.
I appreciate it.
I hope to hear from you again soon.
Best wishes, Lize

Namibia
Namibia | Apr 19 - May 5, 2024

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Melanie K.
Canada | Reviewed on May 06, 2024
The group we went with was Namibia Safari and tours. The vehicle they set us up with was fantastic. We self drove just over 3000km. We had one wasted night as we feel we didn’t need the stop in Caprivi East, we could have gone straight to Chobe.
Namibia safari and tours set us up with maps and gps and helped make everything very smooth. We lost the license plate off the back of the car and they had a replacement by the afternoon. They gave us lots of local advice about what to expect on...
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The group we went with was Namibia Safari and tours. The vehicle they set us up with was fantastic. We self drove just over 3000km. We had one wasted night as we feel we didn’t need the stop in Caprivi East, we could have gone straight to Chobe.
Namibia safari and tours set us up with maps and gps and helped make everything very smooth. We lost the license plate off the back of the car and they had a replacement by the afternoon. They gave us lots of local advice about what to expect on the roads.

Hotel Reviews
Batonka Guest Lodge
Victoria Falls
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Chobe Safari Lodge
Kasane

Just seemed huge after all of the smaller quainter places in Namibia. Very commercial.

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Camp Kwando
Kongola (Caprivi)
Authenticity & Character
The staff and the chef were fabulous
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Shametu River Lodge
Divundu
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Onguma Bush Camp
Etosha National Park
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Etosha Safari Lodge
Okaukuejo
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Twyfelfontein Adventure Camp
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Swakopmund Luxury Suites
Swakopmund

No privacy at all in the bathroom space

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Desert Homestead Lodge
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
The Elegant Guesthouse
Windhoek
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Review
Chobe Safari
Chobe Safari
Namibia

Botswana seems to have a lot more tourists than Namibia. There is a dignity switch from German tourists to American and British tourist ms when you cross the border. Botswana seems way more commercial. If you like business and to be taken care of, you’ll prefer it here.

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Transport
Local specialist: Lize Enderstein
Lize
Lize Enderstein
Local specialist in Cape Town, South Africa | Replied on May 07, 2024

Hi Melanie,
Thank you for the detailed feedback on your trip and each accommodation, we appreciate it.
I am happy to hear that you enjoyed your overall trip to Namibia, Botswana and Victoria Falls.
Hope to hear from you again should you want to return to the beautiful Southern Africa or want to explore the amazing East Africa.
Best wishes, Lize

The service we received throughout our trip w...
Namibia | Apr 15 - Apr 23, 2024

Michael
Michael G.
Australia | Reviewed on Apr 24, 2024
The service we received throughout our trip was amazing. From the start in Windhoek and the instruction guide from Maxine down to our airport return with Josef we could not have had a better time.
The planning and TravelKey app were fantastic - Anna at Spitzkoppen was great, Tim who flew the hot air balloon was funny and incredibly skillful while all the locations we stayed in were also excellent. Our tour guide in Swakopmund who took us to the dunes at Sandwich Bay - PJ Breytenbach - was...
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The service we received throughout our trip was amazing. From the start in Windhoek and the instruction guide from Maxine down to our airport return with Josef we could not have had a better time.
The planning and TravelKey app were fantastic - Anna at Spitzkoppen was great, Tim who flew the hot air balloon was funny and incredibly skillful while all the locations we stayed in were also excellent. Our tour guide in Swakopmund who took us to the dunes at Sandwich Bay - PJ Breytenbach - was fantastic - very knowledgeable and passionate about the area and he was determined to ensure we had a fabulous experience. The vehicle we had was superb - my wife and I and our two friends whom we toured with cannot have been happier.

Hotel Reviews
Spitzkoppen Lodge
Spitzkoppe

The staff were fabulous, the room was excellent with memorable views and both great sun rise and sun set. We were in the desert but the facility was really outstanding with all the staff always ready to help.

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Location
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Desert Homestead Lodge

This is such a fantastic location - great rooms, good food and very helpful staff. The views from our room and the sunsets were spectacular.

Authenticity & Character
Location
We were in the desert yet had a first class facility
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Lize Enderstein
Lize
Lize Enderstein
Local specialist in Cape Town, South Africa | Replied on Apr 24, 2024

Hi Michael, Anne, Tony and Jackie,
Thank you for the great feedback and for sharing the beautiful pictures taken on your trip to Namibia.
They all look amazing, and I am very happy to hear that you enjoyed your trip.
I hope to hear from you again someday should you wish to return to the amazing Southern Africa.
Take care.
Best wishes, Lize

Our self-drive trip to Namibia was amazing! W...
Namibia | Dec 16 - Dec 26, 2023

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Bertrand-Xavier A.
Spain | Reviewed on Jan 01, 2024
Our self-drive trip to Namibia was amazing! We didn't have much time but still managed to visit Sossusvlei, Swakopmund, Etosha South and East, as well as Windhoek. Every stop along the route was worth it. Great vistas all over, very few people around, quality accommodations and the best roads we have seen in Africa so far. It was a great opportunity to get away from it all as a family. Of course, seeing all the animals in the national parks was the most memorable part of the trip: plenty... Read more

Our self-drive trip to Namibia was amazing! We didn't have much time but still managed to visit Sossusvlei, Swakopmund, Etosha South and East, as well as Windhoek. Every stop along the route was worth it. Great vistas all over, very few people around, quality accommodations and the best roads we have seen in Africa so far. It was a great opportunity to get away from it all as a family. Of course, seeing all the animals in the national parks was the most memorable part of the trip: plenty of lions, elephants, girafes, zebras, etc. We didn't know much about Namibia before but we are definitely recommending it to everybody now!

Local specialist: Lize Enderstein
Lize
Lize Enderstein
Local specialist in Cape Town, South Africa | Replied on Jan 02, 2024

Hi Bertrand-Xavier,
Thank you for your wonderful feedback.
I hope your new year is filled with good friends, great adventures, and even better treats!
Happy New Year!
We appreciate it.
All the best, Lize

The planning and the sites we saw were incred...
Botswana | Sep 26 - Oct 9, 2023

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John B.
Independence, KY | Reviewed on Oct 24, 2023

The planning and the sites we saw were incredible. There were a few snafus during the trip. However, I was satisfied with KimKim's responce upon our return to take care of those snafus. I would reccomend this trip to anyone.
John B.

Local specialist: Lize Enderstein
Lize
Lize Enderstein
Local specialist in Cape Town, South Africa | Replied on Oct 25, 2023

Hi John,
Thank you so much for your feedback, we appreciate it. Thank you for the recommendation of the trip, to the beautiful Cape Town, Victoria Falls, Chobe Houseboat and Botswana. It is an incredible trip. The photos taken are beautiful, you have a good eye for taking pictures. Especially of all the animals in Botswana on safari. We will take forward all the comments and criticism as it will help us to improve. We do know there is always room for improvement! Hope to be of assistance again in the near future. Please send my regards to Mary, David and Paula.
All the best, Lize

Book the trip!
South Africa | Sep 19 - Oct 2, 2023

Megan
Megan W.
La Vernia, TX | Reviewed on Oct 08, 2023
Lize did such a good job putting together this custom trip for my husband and I. We particularly loved that we had a private guide (Andrew) in Capetown. It made our experience so personal and unforgettable. We also could not say enough amazing things about the safari lodge where we stayed (Arathusa). I could have stayed there for months! This is the very first time I have ever used a “travel agent” and I was so pleasantly surprised. I did not have to worry about a thing. Lize was great at... Read more

Lize did such a good job putting together this custom trip for my husband and I. We particularly loved that we had a private guide (Andrew) in Capetown. It made our experience so personal and unforgettable. We also could not say enough amazing things about the safari lodge where we stayed (Arathusa). I could have stayed there for months! This is the very first time I have ever used a “travel agent” and I was so pleasantly surprised. I did not have to worry about a thing. Lize was great at making sure all transfers, rides, tours, etc were all taken care of. She was even great about checking in on us and being accessible while we were on our trip. Thank you, Lize!!

Hotel Review
Arathusa Safari Lodge
Sabi Sands Game Reserve

This safari lodge is so amazing. My husband and I spent 5 days here and loved every minute. Our room was beautiful and so we’re the grounds. Animals come up to the watering hole to drink daily and you see so much wildlife. Our guide (DeBeer) and tracker (Ish) were experts and got us up close and personal to so many animals. I was in heaven! The real star of the show when it comes to Arathusa, was the staff. From the moment we stepped foot on the grounds, we felt so welcomed and taken care of. The level of service is unmatched and we loved being pampered. Thank you, Arathusa staff for making our safari a dream!

Authenticity & Character
Staff was amazing
Location
About 2-3 hours from nearby airports but you get to drive through local villages to get there.
Staff
Our waiter was so attentive and patient. Winnie also did a great job taking care of me at the spa!
Cleanliness & Comfort
We loved the room and the outdoor shower. Can’t beat the views!
Local specialist: Lize Enderstein
Lize
Lize Enderstein
Local specialist in Cape Town, South Africa | Replied on Oct 10, 2023

Hi Megan,

Thanks so much for the lovely review!! It was my pleasure working with you to plan your South African Trip. Happy that you enjoyed Arathusa Safari Lodge and your safari experience. I will pass on the great review to the lodge and staff. Take care and hope to see you return to our beautiful country soon.

Best Wishes,
Lize