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Nokuthula Khumalo

Specializes in the Southern Africa travel market, expertly planning, quoting, and crafting personalized itineraries from start to finish based on travelers' needs. She handles quotes and bookings according to each request and remains available throughout the journey to ensure travelers feel at home, providing support and assistance every step of the way

What places and activities do you specialize in?

"Places I have visited will be India, China, Turkey, Botswana and Swaziland not on tours but privately. I am from South Africa and that is where I am based. "

How did you get involved in travel?

"Started working from the Airline's for 10 years and then branch over to tour consultant."

Please share a unique travel experience you will never forget.

""My visits to India and China were deeply enriching, offering a unique opportunity to learn about diverse cultures, admire the intricate art, and witness the remarkable talents people embrace in their creative expressions.

In a professional context, one standout experience was arranging an adrenaline-packed Victoria Falls tour for my Japanese travelers. The excitement and joy they experienced on that unforgettable adventure was truly priceless, making it a highlight of my career.""

Nokuthula is part of the following groups: South Africa Travel Agents
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Visit to the Cape Winelands District

Embark on a full-day excursion to visit various wineries and popular destinations, starting with pick-up from your accommodation in Cape Town. Your first stop might be the Neethlingshof Estate, where you can enjoy a delightful wine tasting before you explore the historic town of Stellenbosch....

Kruger Bush Day with Private Game Drives

Embark on a thrilling adventure with two game drives at Kruger National Park, likely starting with a pickup from your Hazyview lodge. It's common to meet your expert ranger guide and explore the park in an open-top 4WD vehicle, with the possibility of spotting various bird species and possibly...

Recent trip reviews for Nokuthula

Very well planned out trip with the best team to help us.
South Africa | Dec 17 - Jan 2, 2025

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Paul F.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Jan 09, 2025

Everyone who our local specialist Nokuthula put us in contact with was amazing. Our guide to hike up Table Mountain, Fatima was very knowledgeable and helpful as well. Everything about the trip was very planned out and outlined in the details. We were in constant communication with everyone if anything came up or if we had any questions during our stay. Couldn’t recommend them any higher.

Local specialist: Nokuthula Khumalo

Hi! Unfortunately It was so disappointing in ...
South Africa | Dec 21 - Dec 31, 2024

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Fargol G.
Campbell, CA | Reviewed on Jan 03, 2025
Hi! Unfortunately It was so disappointing in many ways.
Lack of communication!
The overall experience did not justify the high price we paid for the higher package that we paid more compared to the regular level.
Every day seemed to bring new surprises—none of them pleasant.
-Mistakes on name of a hotel in our finalized itinerary, we went there and we didn’t have hotel reservation. Then we found out we were booked at a very simple and small hotel that our rooms were full of flies and... Read more

Hi! Unfortunately It was so disappointing in many ways.
Lack of communication!
The overall experience did not justify the high price we paid for the higher package that we paid more compared to the regular level.
Every day seemed to bring new surprises—none of them pleasant.

-Mistakes on name of a hotel in our finalized itinerary, we went there and we didn’t have hotel reservation. Then we found out we were booked at a very simple and small hotel that our rooms were full of flies and small cockroaches. This wasnt even normal! Luxury???
My son scared and didn’t sleep at his room.

-For transportation
We were provided with an old Toyota for transportation, despite booking a higher-priced package that promised more premium services. The car did not match the level of comfort or quality we expected.

-One of the biggest disappointments was the “African food cooking class” we had requested. Instead of a proper class, we were taken to an introduction to Islam, which consisted of a prerecorded video and a presentation about the life of a Muslim from birth to death. While educational, this was not what we had asked for.After this, we were taken to a dirty, cramped room with around 27-28 people. The sink was filthy, and the hygiene standards were unacceptable. The instructor announced we would be learning to cook chicken masala—an Indian dish—not an African one. Having taken many cooking classes during my travels, I expected to learn a traditional local dish from a knowledgeable local cook, in a clean and organized setting. We couldn’t bring ourselves to stay due to the poor conditions, and other groups left as well. This was a highly disappointing and unhygienic experience.

I request a refund from Kim Kim for:

• The cooking class, which was not what we were promised.
• The difference in cost between the standard package and the 2nd level package we paid for, as the trip did not meet luxury standards in any way.

I cannot recommend Kim Kim to friends or family based on this experience. I hope the company takes steps to address these issues and improve their services.

Regards
Fargol Givehki
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Local specialist: Nokuthula Khumalo