2 Day South African Wildlife Tour with 4x4 Safari from Cape Town

An Unforgettable Safari Experience!

The overall experience was absolutely fantastic! The two safari rides were different from each other, making the experience more diverse, and exciting. One of the safaris offered the chance to spot all of the Big Five, although we didn’t get to see the big cats. That’s part of the beauty of a safari — these are wild, free-roaming animals, and sightings can never be guaranteed. The optional elephant encounter, which came at an additional fee, was definitely one of the highlights of the trip! I couldn’t stop smiling throughout the experience. It was such a special and joyful moment that made the trip even more memorable. The three-star hotel accommodation was also excellent, with cute and comfortable rooms, warm hospitality, and a delicious breakfast to start each day. And a special shout-out to our tour guide, Katlego, who truly made a difference in our experience! His excellent time management, thoughtful stops along the way in both directions, and rich insights into the local culture and history made the long drives fun and enjoyable rather than tiring. He was also attentive to everyone in the group and made sure each party felt considered and included. His knowledge, thoughtfulness, and professionalism really elevated the entire trip. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a memorable safari adventure!

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A must activity in Cape Town

Maudi was an excellent guide—kind, smart, and very informative. He was always punctual, drove safely, and made the whole experience enjoyable and memorable. Highly recommended!

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Why Audley Travel? Because it helped us enjoy a safari of a lifetime !

Having booked a 5 day safari with the expert help of Isabelle Evans at Audley travel,we experienced a trip of a lifetime ! We flew from Heathrow to Johannesburg South Africa and were met and escorted every step of our journey to Thornybush Private Game Reserve Siviti lodge. On arrival we were certainly not disappointed by our welcome from the staff nor the spacious and private accommodation. Our safari guide driver Lucas and tracker Yaya were delightful and were so knowledgeable. It was not only the safari and seeing the animals so close but the nice little added touches of stopping for coffee and muffins one morning and a couple of sundowners for a g&t in the bush but the finale had to be the whole catering team appearing in the bush cooking breakfast !! That definitely gave us the wow factor. Our return journey was also trouble free from when we left the lodge until our final escort left us at the departure gate ready for our flight to Heathrow. To summarise, it was amazing !

Response from the operator: Thank you for sharing your experience. We're delighted to hear that your safari adventure was so memorable and that every aspect of your journey, exceeded your expectations. It sounds like an incredible trip, and we're pleased that everything ran smoothly from start to finish. We appreciate you taking the time to leave such detailed feedback and hope your South African safari memories stay with you for many years to come. Safe travels onwards - always keep exploring.

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Unforgettable under the African sun

I wish I could give 15 stars! This was an incredible trip and TK was the perfect guide; he hosted us as if we were visiting family! He picked us up promptly at our hotel in Cape Town, before the sun even came up. He was a safe and courteous driver for the 5+ hours to Oudtshoorn and a comfortable conversationalist, on so many topics, which really helped pass the time on two days of long drives. He had bottled waters for us, stopped at charming, clean and comfortable stops along the way so we could buy snacks and souvenirs and have a comfort break. He shared his power bank and charging cable when my battery ran down from taking way too many photos of the beautiful scenery along the way. He was efficient, attentive to details and made sure we had prompt and excellent service at each stop. He was knowledgeable about the areas we passed through and South African history so we learned a lot! The tour itself was incredibly beautiful, both exciting and peaceful. The safari guides at Buffelsdrift and Botlierskop were knowledgeable, dedicated and wonderfully interactive and responsive, answering all of questions with interesting facts and context. Taura and Innocent were great drivers on the bouncy outback roads. You could see their determination and commitment to maximizing the number of wildlife views we had. They worked well with fellow guides to communicate sightings. They gave us all the time we needed to enjoy being near a host of animals, sitting quietly with the engine off till our hearts were full! We couldn't believe how close we were able to view and photograph the animals and we learned so much about each group. Sometimes it was just wonderful to bask near the animals, in the glow of the sun. We were also thrilled with the elephant experience at Buffelsdrift and highly recommend that! The trainers were personable and took excellent photos and videos of us feeding the elephants. We learned so much about these amazing animals there. We stayed overnight in one of the luxury tents at Buffelsdrift which was fantastic, so comfortable and well appointed! Since it was fall and the weather had been cooler, it was a chilly experience but the heat in the tent and the heated mattress cover made it so cozy. It was truly an awesome experience to sit on the back porch of the tent, overlooking the watering hole and the animals and birds who chatted to each other, under the breathtaking colors of the setting African sun. The dining room was so elegant and the food was fantastic at both dinner and breakfast! Great service, too. The lunch the next day at Botlierskop was also delicious and beautifully prepared. The trip back with TK was even more relaxed than the day before and he continued to be the consummate host! He was unflappable, interesting, and excited about our wonderful experiences. We still miss him and our time in South Africa's amazing nature!!

Response from the operator: ❤️ We think this might be one of the longest love letters ever written to a safari tour... and it was an absolute pleasure to read. Thank you for sharing your adventure with us in such wonderful detail. Such a memorable journey: from the breathtaking landscapes, close-up wildlife sightings and the peaceful moments spent overlooking the waterhole from your luxury canvas tent. These are exactly the kinds of memories we hope our travellers take home with them. We're especially delighted to know that guide TK helped make the experience extra memorable. His passion for his homeland, attention to detail, and genuine care for guests are qualities we're incredibly proud of, and we've already shared your kind words on to him. We're also pleased to pass your praise on to the teams at Buffelsdrift and Botlierskop, whose passion and dedication helped make your wildlife experiences so memorable. Also remember, your adventure creates a positive impact too. Just by joining this tour, you've supported our #tour2Cchange initiatives, with a portion of your tour fee helping fund community and conservation projects supported by our non-profit, 2Cchange. By exploring regions like the Garden Route and Klein Karoo, you're also helping support local livelihoods and tourism-dependent communities along the way. Thank you for choosing to explore South Africa with us. We hope the memories, photographs, and stories stay with you for many years to come... and that one day we'll have the opportunity to welcome you back for another African adventure. - Benita & Team Hotspots2C

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Good tour if you don’t mind the long hours ride

The 4* tent room was nice . I didn’t know that this tour paid for our dinner so that was a bonus for us. The long hours drive (about 6 hours) was a torture for me. Also the Botlierskop does not have any lions to see. Maybe they have the lions and they kept it somewhere but the tour guide didn’t take us to see the lions.

Response from the operator: We're glad you enjoyed your Luxury Safari Glamping Canvas Tent stay at Buffelsdrift and that the surprise dinner was a welcome bonus. Some winter departures occasionally include a complimentary dinner as part of a seasonal package offered by the lodge - a little extra treat for guests travelling during the quieter season. We appreciate your comments regarding the driving time. The best wildlife experiences are rarely found on the city's doorstep, so this tour ventures further into the Garden Route and Klein Karoo region, where the wilder scenery and safari experiences make the journey worthwhile. Travel distances and estimated driving times are outlined in the tour information and itinerary. Botlierskop is home to lions and several other iconic African species, including members of the Big Five, but wildlife sightings are never guaranteed as the animals roam freely throughout the reserve. That's all part of the safari adventure... you never quite know what you'll spot on a game drive, and that's what makes every safari truly unique. Thank you for choosing to explore South Africa with us, we'd love to show you more of our beautiful country if you ever visit again, - Benita Stroebel - Product Manager Hotspots2C tours

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