Nick van de Wiel of Tailor Made Safaris
Tailor Made Safaris
- Located In:
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Netherlands
- Size:
- 5-10 employees (Founded in 2009)
- Member Of:
- FGASA, TKZN, MHCTO & EDTEA
- Tour Types:
- Self-drive mid-range & luxury tours
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $1,591 to $6,961 per person per day (MXN, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
Email Steve S. | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Exactly what I was looking for!
Over the past 20 years, I have been on safari a few times and had the opportunity to take my wife for her very first safari in November 2017. I wanted her to experience a diversity of landscapes throughout the greater Kruger area, as well as have the fun of tented camps. I found Tailor Made Safaris after looking around a bit -- and though most of their feedback was from European travelers -- I decided they had the right mix of what I was looking for. And, they did not disappoint in any way. EVERY bit of our journey was well coordinated, very professional, and exactly as described on their website. The camps and itinerary greatly exceeded my expectations. The staff was also very, very helpful when a postal error resulted in us not receiving our tour book in time. They quite literally printed one off and had it waiting for me at our hotel in Jo'burg. Speaking of which, the tour book is a GREAT thing to have. It was very helpful and all the tips were spot on. We won't hesitate to use TMS again!
NL
Email Ypp | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Excellent service, great communication, excellent.
Great commuication during booking, very knowledgeable with a knack for the best spots! Self drive pack is very practical and well put together. No surprises during the trip, all arranged properly. Would recommend to anyone!
IL
Email Sue P | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Great company highly recommended
Great communications- one problem dealt with strictly and effectively
NL
Email Party of 8, A.H. | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Truly amazing experience for both parents and kids!
A self-drive tour through South Africa’s Elephant coast with 4 adults and 4 children (6, 7, 8 & 9). This could possibly be a recipe for disaster, but it turned out to be the best holiday ever!
We did not want to visit the standard parks, but wanted a somewhat different experience, without putting too much of a burden on the children. After consultation with ‘Tailor made safari’s’ we decided to trust them with our wishes. They appeared to have so much knowledge and they did a truly amazing job!
Everything was well taken care of by them. The route, with help of the navigation device the company provided for us, was well described in the itinerary. We even received a phone call from them in order to guide us when the road was temporarily blocked. What a service!
The accommodations were simply amazing. They made sure the lodges-tents-house where child friendly: there was a pool for the kids to enjoy themselves and room for them to play. So thoughtful! Because of this the kids were able to keep up with two game drives almost every day we visited a game park. They absolutely loved it! And off course, we did also.
What is left are some fantastic memories that will last a lifetime. Although, we might want to come back… that’s how much we liked this experience. Thank you, people from ‘Tailor made safari’s’ for making this possible.
NL
Email Peter Hoogewerf | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Tailor Made Safaris made a fantastic trip for us.
After visiting the holiday fair (in Utrecht), where we were introduced to Tailor Made Safaris and the possibilities they offered, Tailor Made Safaris has put together a fantastic self-drive tour for us. They listened carefully to what we wanted and gave it a perfect interpretation. The chosen locations were all special and varied. Tailor Made Safaris has surprised us in an extremely positive way and is definitely recommended for an unforgettable trip through South Africa!
NL
Email Grobbe | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
an unforgettable, beautiful tour through South-Africa
Thank you, Tailor Made Safaris, for an unforgettable, personalized 17-day tour through beautiful South Africa!
We have been in contact with this organization since the travel fair last January, and immediately we were appealed to them, simply because the whole trip can be put together according to your own wishes.
From the beginning to the end, it was perfectly arranged! Two weeks before departure, we received a personalized book containing our travel information, which was all very clear. On arrival we were received in a kind and friendly way and received a box with cellphone, which contained a GPS, internet and required telephone numbers. There were also other supplies for the car, such as plugs and chargers within the box. Angela even visited us during our stay in St. Lucia.
There were many options available, during which Tailor Made Safaris gave us many tips. The accommodations were all in great condition. If we had any questions, Angela or her colleagues, were easy to reach out to and they responded very quick. Even in bad (weather) circumstances, they immediately gave us other alternatives for activities.
It was an unforgettable trip for us, even with a marriage proposal. Tailor Made Safaris has thought carefully about the most perfect location. We definitely recommend a trip through South Africa with Tailor Made Safaris!!
NL
Email Patty | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
It was a magnificent experience which was very well arranged by Tailor Made Safaris
We went to South Africa with Tailor Made Safaris for a second time. Both trips went very well! The whole trip is tailor-made to your wishes, while they give great tips during the process. After arrival there is regular contact and they are there when necessary to solve any issues. In short; if you want to discover South Africa, definitely get in touch with Tailor Made Safaris and have them put together the journey of a lifetime.
NL
Email Jacco | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
What a wonderful trip we had, organised by tailor-made safaris
We had an absolutely fantastic trip, expertly arranged by Safaris op Maat. The itinerary featured a wonderful mix of beautiful lodges and diverse landscapes. Communication throughout was excellent—via email, WhatsApp, and in person in St. Lucia. During the planning stage, we received a detailed online proposal with all the essential information, and one to two weeks before departure, a clear and comprehensive travel book with everything we needed for the trip.
We traveled with three adults in August 2025, visiting the Drakensberg, Ithala, St. Lucia, Kosi Bay, and other quiet, off-the-beaten-path locations. We loved the small-scale, varied lodges, which offered a truly unique experience. The game drives were especially enjoyable, with a maximum of three vehicles in the area, instead of 20 all racing to see the animals first.
What we appreciated most was the relaxed pace—less time spent traveling, more time experiencing the destinations. After all, we already spend plenty of time driving in our daily lives!
NL
Email Marlo | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Helpful, good communication and pro-active
In July 2025, our family of four had an amazing holiday in South Africa. We truly saw everything we had hoped for beforehand.
After our first contact at a travel fair, Tailor Made Safaris helped us tremendously with suggestions, as well as planning and booking the different parts of our trip. Even during the journey, you can easily get in touch if needed, and they respond quickly whenever a small issue comes up in the activity planning.
I can wholeheartedly recommend Tailor Made Safaris for their support in planning, booking, and guiding a trip through Africa.
NL
Email Marjolijn | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Perfect combination of adventure and care free travel
The trip we took was the perfect combination of adventure and carefree travel. Safaris, canoeing, snorkelling, and hiking — this holiday had everything we wanted and was tailored exactly to our wishes.
In our personal travel guide, each day was clearly outlined: what time we needed to leave, what we would be doing, and which parts of the route required extra attention from us.
