South Africa Travel Agents

Esther was great to us through the whole planning of our trip. She would answer questions quickly and effectively. She made the process smooth and easy. She would check in with us throughout our trip to make sure things were seamless. I cannot recommend her enough, thanks to her we had a great trip.

Esther was more than helpful from start to finish with helping us plan our trip months in advance and also being very accommodating while we were in South Africa so that we make sure we are on the right track. The Shalati Train on the Bridge was by far the most amazing all inclusive everyone in our group has been to. From the views you had to the top of the line food and drinks provided. We also had a kind knowledgeable game driver and waiter that the Shalati pairs your group with while we were there. Would definitely stay again and recommend to anyone going to Kruger.

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.

Authenticity & Character

Location

Right on the wharf. Very walkable,safe and beautiful.

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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.

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Cleanliness & Comfort

Activity Reviews

Full Day Winelands Tour (including lunch)

South Africa

Lovely day trip!

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Full Day Cape Peninsula Tour (including lunch)

South Africa

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Food

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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 Private Nature Reserve

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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

Victoria Falls

Falls were spectacular!

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Guides, Drivers and Staff

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Chobe House Boat Arrival

Chobe River - Namibia Side

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Guides, Drivers and Staff

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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

Our recent journey through South Africa was an experience we’ll cherish forever. The breathtaking landscapes, incredible wildlife, and rich cultural experiences made this trip truly unforgettable. While every moment was special, a few highlights, along with the exceptional support of our tour planner, Nadia, stood out.

The safari at Aquila Private Game Reserve was a highlight of our trip. Witnessing elephants, lions, and rhinos up close in their natural habitat was thrilling. The early morning safari, with the sun rising over the vast reserve, was particularly magical—something we’ll remember forever.

Another standout was our visit to Boulders Beach to see the penguins. Watching these charming creatures waddle along the beach and swim in the clear waters was both adorable and awe-inspiring. The drive along Chapman’s Peak to get there was equally stunning, offering dramatic coastal views that took our breath away.

Our hike up Lion's Head was the perfect way to soak in the beauty of Cape Town. The panoramic views from the summit were breathtaking, with sweeping vistas of the city, the Atlantic Ocean, and Table Mountain. The hike was challenging but incredibly rewarding.

Throughout our trip, Nadia, our tour planner, was an absolute lifesaver. She meticulously organized every detail, ensuring that our journey was seamless from start to finish. She was always available to answer our questions via text, book cars when needed, and even helped us in a pinch with a car. Her dedication and attention to detail made our trip stress-free and allowed us to fully enjoy every moment. Thanks to Nadia’s expert planning and the incredible experiences we had, this trip to South Africa was truly one for the books.

Hotel Review

The Winchester Hotel

Western Cape

Beautiful hotel right on the beach where we walked in the morning. The breakfast selection was great and staff super friendly.

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Cleanliness & Comfort

Activity Reviews

Full day driver guide and transfer/day tour

South Africa

We fully enjoyed our day with Kegan, including wine, tea, chocolate, gin and beer tastings. The views were spectacular.

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Kegan was a very fun tour guide and I would be happy to be on any trip guided by him again.

Transport

Full day penguin safari - Cape Peninsula

South Africa

A highlight of the trip

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Guides, Drivers and Staff

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We had a fantastic time in South Africa!

Lucy, our local specialist, was fantastic with planning - despite us having postponed the trip last year (very last minute), she was always helpful and managed to negotiate the best possible trip for us. She kept in touch with us during the trip too, promptly answering our questions on flight bookings even at 8pm, which was lovely of her.

In Cape Town, our guide was Henrich at Capey Tours. He was a fabulous guide - knowledgable, candid, open and with a great sense of humour. He showed us so many lovely local joints, from coffee to Cape Malay cuisine, and was always flexible to accommodate our convenience. He went above and beyond to make sure we saw some of the gems Cape Town has to offer, from the Cape of Good Hope, to Table Mountain / Lion's Head, and the surrounding wine regions.

We then spent some time in Kruger National Park, where we stayed at Hoyo Hoyo Safari Lodge. I highly highly recommend - I do not think I have ever encountered such warm, genuine hospitality! The staff were ever-present to help us out, always smiling and made evenings in the Bush a true delight. Our safari guide, Pharence, was a delight - witty, knowledgeable about the animals, receptive to what we wanted to see and fun to chat with.

We highly highly recommend a similar trip to South Africa - our only advice is, stay longer!!!