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South Africa Holiday Testimonials

"For a first-time journey to mainland Africa, it was wonderful, exceeded expectations and couldn't be bettered. Two encounters with elephant herds, one very close. Also a close encounter with a young male leopard, female rhino with calf, martial eagle with prey and a delightfully elegant female giraffe. Guides: Enthusiastic, knowledgeable and anxious to ensure clients' wishes were fulfilled. Drivers competent and safe, especially [driver] who drove us from Grootbos back to and around Cape Town. He was a great guide too and we learned a lot that day. Grootbos Forest Lodge: Both accommodation and food were outstanding - as were the staff who were welcoming, friendly and courteous. Pafuri Camp: A superb location and the 'tented' lodges better than most hotels. The teamwork and camaraderie of all the staff including rangers was outstanding.  The quality of the food was excellent and the timetable of meals suited the activities perfectly.  Kings Camp: Top class. It was a lovely touch to have a hot bath ready and waiting at the end of an evening game drive."

Mrs MM – West Moledey, Surrey


"We would just like to say a big thank you for another amazing holiday. South Africa has so much to offer and we loved every minute of our trip - thank you!  Everything was incredibly smooth. All our guides were excellent - very knowledgeable.  Everything has been excellent from the beginning to the end."

Ms AK – London


"Excellent wildlife. Big 5 + wild dog. Pels fishing owl, racket tailed roller, fynbos vegetation, cape sugarbird, African penguin colony. Helen Cox was very helpful - prepared a customised tour which went like clockwork.  Good VFM [value for money]. Particularly impressed with standard of food and accommodation. This trip was one of several with R&R and we have been impressed with consistently good standard."

Dr PS – Reading


"Our trip to South Africa was excellent and already we miss South Africa and wish we were still there and back on safari. Here's a picture that I took of a leopard walking by our vehicle at the Exeter River Lodge. We've been on many African safaris over the years but a leopard close up has always proved elusive, until now."

Dr BG – British Columbia, Canada


"Had a wonderful time in the bush. Rhino Lodge was just perfect as you had predicted, thank you."

Mr DH - London


"We have just returned from our amazing trip to Madagascar and Kruger NP. Everything went extremely well and the wildlife spotting was brilliant.  Thanks to everyone at Reef and Rainforest... Kruger - all of the Big 5 on the first day and more great sightings each day, plus a range of animals visiting the lodge's water-hole.. We also spotted lots of birds and were fortunate to have a guide with a strong interest in birds... We had elephants and lions walking past very close to our unit.'' 

Mr & Mrs G - Queensland, Australia


"[Kruger National Park] was an outstanding experience. A lovely place to stay and excellent accommodation, food and guides. Thank you for the experience.  I appreciated your efforts prior to our going and the information etc that you provided .'' 

Mr & Mrs R - Christchurch, New Zealand


"Thanks for organising another great holiday'' 

Ms C C - London


 

A classic, varied and scenic self-drive itinerary using stylish accommodation throughout.  A great taste South Africa and all malaria-free!  Find out more...

A highly rewarding road trip adventure including the stunning Panorama Route, safari in the world famous Kruger and Hluhluwe-iMfolozi National Parks and Swaziland as well as glorious beach and scuba diving opportunities on the KwaZulu Natal coast.   Find out more...

A classy self-drive itinerary taken at a gentle pace, focussing on expertly guided open vehicle safari at two outstanding wildlife reserves - Phinda Private Game Reserve and the Kruger - together with beach relaxation and scuba diving opportunities at Rocktail Bay, with a Swaziland twist.  Memories of Africa to last a lifetime!  Find out more...

KwaZulu Natal has so much to offer - dramatic mountain scenery, historic battlefields, fantastic African wildlife safaris, deserted beaches and incredible marine life. This self-drive itinerary has it all!  Find out more...

A high quality chauffeured itinerary encompassing uniquely South African fynbos flora, marine life, Cape Town, unspoilt wilderness, culture and archaeology with the luxury African safari experience you deserve! Find out more...

A fabulous three-centre holiday with no self-driving, combining Big Five safari at Madikwe Private Game Reserve with the enchanting wide landscapes and wildlife of the Kalahari and the sights of Cape Town and surrounds - malaria-free and with outstanding service throughout.  Find out more...

A very stylish honeymoon indeed!  Begins at the coast at Hermanus with beautiful beach, marine life and fynbos flora. Then luxurious safari in Makalali and Sabi Sand Private Game Reserves with romantic twists such as private sleep-out and bush bath under the African skies. No self-driving.  Find out more...

For those who prefer the rewards of exploring South Africa on foot.  Hike through stunning coastal, mountain and forest scenery, then enjoy the thrill of walking safaris amongst the Big Five in Kruger National Park.  Reward your legs and relax at the end with open vehicle game drives and luxury.  Involves some self-driving Find out more...

Enjoy Cape Town and surrounds, Garden Route highlights, Shamwari Private Game Reserve and the stunning beach at Oceana with the benefit of a private driver to show the way - malaria free! Find out more...

A mix of highly contrasting exotic worlds - Madagascar's forest and Indian Ocean beaches with endemic small wildlife (e.g. various lemur, chameleon, gecko species) and South Africa's bushveld with the Big Five and more (elephant, lion, leopard, rhino and buffalo) on luxury safari. An altogether wonderful wildlife honeymoon. Find out more...

Combining the weird and wonderful wildlife, forests and landscapes of Madagascar with luxury African safari game drives in South Africa. Experience two very different wildlife destinations in one holiday  Find out more...