Safari Pilanesberg Nature Reserve & Monkey Sanctuary

Fantastic Safari

Many animals, very approachable and friendly guides. Marc and Kat did a great job. The stay at the Lodge was high quality and the food was wonderful. We will try to return.

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Incredible Experience – Highly Recommended 🦒

This experience was truly one of the highlights of our entire trip. From the very beginning, everything felt easy and well taken care of — the booking process was smooth, and we were greeted with coffee and pastries when he picked us up, which set such a warm tone for the day. My mother and I immediately felt comfortable with him. He was not only friendly and easy to talk to, but also incredibly attentive throughout the whole tour, always making sure we were safe, comfortable, and hydrated. What made this experience really stand out was his passion and knowledge. He shared so many fascinating insights about the safari, wildlife, and nature that made everything feel alive and meaningful in a way we wouldn’t have experienced otherwise. Another unforgettable part was his DSLR camera — he captured so many beautiful moments of us and the surroundings, which we will genuinely treasure forever. It wasn’t just a tour, it felt like a personal and thoughtfully curated experience. I would book with him again in a heartbeat and can highly recommend him to anyone considering it. 🐘

Response from the operator: Dear Valued Guest, Wow! Thank you so much for your beautiful review and for sharing your experience with Wildside Tours & Safaris. We are absolutely delighted to hear that your tour was one of the highlights of your trip and that both you and your mother had such a memorable day with us. It's wonderful to know that the little touches—from the coffee and pastries to ensuring you were comfortable, safe, and well hydrated throughout the day—helped make your experience feel relaxed and enjoyable from start to finish. We believe it's these personal details that turn a great tour into an unforgettable one. Thank you also for your kind words about the knowledge and passion shared during the safari. We love introducing our guests to South Africa's incredible wildlife, nature, and conservation, and it's especially rewarding to hear that it made the experience come alive for you. We're thrilled that you enjoyed the photographs as well. Capturing those special moments allows our guests to fully immerse themselves in the experience, while taking home lasting memories to treasure for years to come. Your comment that the day felt more like a personal, thoughtfully curated experience than just a tour is one of the greatest compliments we could receive. Thank you for your heartfelt recommendation—it truly means the world to us. It was an absolute pleasure spending the day with you and your mother, and we hope to welcome you both back to South Africa for another unforgettable adventure with Wildside Tours & Safaris.

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very knowledgeable and caring, one of the best!

Tim is, by far, one of the most knowledgeable and caring guides we've ever used. He went the extra mile several times (and a couple of members in our group had physical issues), and he even went so far as to order a walker for a member of the group. He is very connected, knows all the backroads and shortcuts, and is constantly trying to improve his offering. He's very interesting and humorous, while respecting your needs and wants with respect to the tour itself. Honestly, I don't think you could do better than Tim and his team; they truly care!

Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your incredibly kind and heartfelt review. It truly means the world to us to know that you felt cared for and well looked after during your time with Wildside Tours and Safaris. We always strive to make every guest feel comfortable, safe, and part of the family, so your words are deeply appreciated. We understand that every group has different needs, and we are always happy to go the extra mile to ensure everyone can fully enjoy their South African experience. Thank you for noticing the small details and personal care that we try to put into every tour. It was an absolute pleasure spending time with your group, sharing our beautiful country, and creating special memories together. Your support, kindness, and recommendation truly encourage us to continue doing what we love. From all of us at Wildside Tours and Safaris, thank you once again, and we hope to welcome you back to South Africa again in the future for even more unforgettable adventures. Warm regards, Tim & the Wildside Tours and Safaris Team

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Must try! Roar🐅

Our safari tour was absolutely unforgettable! From start to finish, everything was organized seamlessly, and the experience far exceeded expectations. Tim is incredibly knowledgeable, passionate, and attentive—sharing fascinating insights about the wildlife, the land, and local culture.

Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your wonderful review! 🌍🐾 We are thrilled to hear that your safari experience with us was unforgettable and seamless from start to finish. Tim will be delighted to know that his passion and knowledge helped make your journey even more special. It’s always our goal to create meaningful memories for our guests, and we’re so glad we could exceed your expectations. We look forward to welcoming you back for another wild adventure in the future! Warm regards, The Wildside Tours & Safaris Team 🐘🦁

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lions & elephants

amazing experience with michael. we will definitely be back and had an absolute blast. thank you so much to him and the guides!

Response from the operator: Thank you for sharing your experience! 🦁🐘 We’re thrilled to hear you had such an amazing time with Michael and our guides. Knowing that you had an absolute blast and are already planning to return means the world to us. We look forward to welcoming you back for more unforgettable wildlife moments! Warm regards, Tim & Elize Smith Wildside Tours & Safaris

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