We had a fantastic time in South Africa! Lu...
South Africa | Aug 6 - Aug 13, 2024

Sree
Sree A.
United Kingdom | Reviewed on Aug 24, 2024

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!!!

Hotel Review
Hoyo Hoyo Safari Lodge
Skukuza

I highly highly recommend this safari lodge - 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. The rooms were luxurious and the outdoor shower was amazing. The lodge looks out onto a watering hole, which hugely increases your chances of seeing wildlife - at some point, we saw elephants, warthogs, giraffe, zebra and baboons, drinking water, frolicking in harmony. Truly a pleasure to have stayed here, and we cannot wait to be back! The only thing we would change about our stay is - STAY LONGER!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
The most amazing, hospitable, kind and helpful people I have encountered after travelling to 30 countries.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Lucy Berndt
Lucy
Lucy Berndt
Local specialist in Cape Town | Replied on Aug 25, 2024
Hi Sree Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful feedback! We are absolutely thrilled to hear about your fantastic experience in South Africa, and we couldn't be prouder of our team members who helped make it all happen. I am so delighted to hear your kind words! It was an absolute pleasure crafting this unforgettable journey for you and your family. We're also pleased that Henrich from Capey Tours added such a memorable touch to your Cape Town visit. His passion for the city, its... Read more

Hi Sree

Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful feedback! We are absolutely thrilled to hear about your fantastic experience in South Africa, and we couldn't be prouder of our team members who helped make it all happen.

I am so delighted to hear your kind words! It was an absolute pleasure crafting this unforgettable journey for you and your family.

We're also pleased that Henrich from Capey Tours added such a memorable touch to your Cape Town visit. His passion for the city, its hidden gems, and its cuisine shines through in every tour, and it's fantastic that you got to experience the best of Cape Town’s beauty, culture, and humour with him!

Your time at Hoyo Hoyo Safari Lodge sounds truly magical, and we're so happy you enjoyed the warm hospitality and thrilling wildlife encounters. It’s wonderful to hear that Pharence provided such an enriching safari experience and that the lodge’s staff made your stay in the bush even more special.

Thank you once again for the glowing recommendation and for highlighting all the special moments of your journey. We hope you’ll follow your own advice next time and stay even longer! It would be a joy to welcome you back to Africa for more unforgettable adventures.

Warm regards,
Lucy and The SALTY Travel Team

P.S. We’ll make sure to pass on your praise to Henrich, and Pharence – they’ll be thrilled to know they made your trip extraordinary!