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Michael Gloden   –  
United States US
Visited: June 2025 Reviewed: Jun 25, 2025

Email Michael Gloden  |  20-35 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

Great experience
5/5

Our trip was perfect. We did one full day, one sunrise and one sunset safari and that was plenty for us. Our guides were able to help us see everything except for cheetahs but we got the Big 5 no problem. We also did the panorama route which is definitely worth doing if you are thinking about it. Our drivers were all very timely and took appropriate breaks along the way so we could get snacks and drinks. All around a great experience. The Kruger Gate hotel is lovely and has everything you need and we were even able to see some animals at the hotel.

kay and zipora   –  
Switzerland CH
Visited: April 2025 Reviewed: Apr 18, 2025

Email kay and zipora  |  20-35 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

it was a once in a lifetime experience, we loved all of it. our guide was friendly and knowledgeable
5/5

we loved our trip with nhlalala travel! khongi was kind, patient, always on time, a safe driver and so knowledgeable. we enjoyed all of our travel. we got to see so many animals from close. also the panoramatour was beautiful and worth the ride. we can recommend nhlalala travel for families and everyone else. hope to be back one day.

Panagiota   –  
Greece GR
Visited: April 2025 Reviewed: Apr 14, 2025

Email Panagiota  |  35-50 years of age  |  Experience level: 2-5 safaris

Helpful, reliable, trustworthy
5/5

We booked 3 safaris at pilanesburg for 2 days. It was very convenient that the tour guide met us at our residence at johanesburg and drove us to Pilanesburg. The safari experience was very good and the safari tour guide made an effort to see as many animals as we could. Accomodation was in a good distance and the hotel room was comfortable. The tour guide was helpful and reliable solving any problems we encountered. I would recommend this tour for a good safari experience.

Tsediso   –  
Kazakhstan KZ
Visited: December 2024 Reviewed: Dec 4, 2024

Email Tsediso  |  50-65 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

Very friendly,punctual and helpful
4/5

Everything went smoothly, the payments and accommodation were properly done. The driver was in time, drove very well with caution. I would therefore unreservedly recommend Nhlalala Travel Tours

Desy   –  
Australia AU
Visited: October 2024 Reviewed: Oct 29, 2024

Email Desy  |  35-50 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

Best Tour Operator
5/5

We really enjoyed our safari trip and stayed at Sabi River Sun that organised by Norman from Nhlala Travel. Norman provided the best services, making sure we were being looked after. And the private travel from Tambo Airport to Sabi River Sun is a big plus!! I would recommend anyone that needs to book their safari trip at Kruger Park to book with Norman. The price is affordable, the tour is amazing and the operator is very realible - 5stars.

Beatriz   –  
Brazil BR
Visited: October 2024 Reviewed: Oct 21, 2024

Email Beatriz  |  35-50 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

UNFORGETABLE
5/5

We booked online from Brazil and were a little concerned at first since none of our agents here knew the company. They went to Joburg airport to fetch us upon our arrival and since then we were so well cared and pampered all the travel long.
Our guide, Norman, made every day a special day - always patient with my kids, eager to show us places and tell stories. We not only recommend the services but also consider them part of our family.
Can't wait to travel to SA again.

Emma   –  
Canada CA
Visited: April 2024 Reviewed: May 30, 2024

Email Emma  |  20-35 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

The Best experience I have ever had, and impossible without them.
5/5

Coming to South Africa for the first time with my partner, we were overwhelmed by the short stay and the amount of activities to potentially do. However, the team at Nhlalala travel made this process seamless, from organizing, coordinating and providing a sense of safety, comfort and excitement, that I can truly say resulted in the best trip I have ever had hands down.

Our guide Khongi, was one of a kind. An amazing soul that was extremely knowledgeable about all things South Africa. From the moment we landed at Johannesburg, our journey to Kruger National Park was filled with history and great music. Every step of the 6 hr trip up was filled with interesting cultural facts and we were lucky to have Khongi as our guide on the way there. Additionally, the check in process at Kruger, helping us navigate the safari pick up times, guides as well as just ensuring every day we were well looked after, Khongi went above and beyond. I would highly recommend this company based purely on how much care is put into every client’s trip.

Once we returned from Kruger, the Panoramic view on the way back was one of a kind. We stopped at the best locations and had an amazing time, at the many markets and view points. Khongi’s knowledge of the area meant we stopped at the best locations for sightseeing and meals.

In Johannesburg, the tour of the city which can be highly overwhelming for first time visitors, was made easy, our guide along with Khongi, took us on an incredible journey through the heart of Soweto, through the heart of the townships, explaining at every step the history behind what we are seeing but also the positive changes that are taking place. The real sense of South African pride was evident, and without Nhlalala, I can confidently say that we would not have been able to experience Johannesburg in such spectacular fashion.

Robyn   –  
United States US
Visited: February 2024 Reviewed: Mar 5, 2024

Email Robyn  |  35-50 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

Norman was outstanding to coordinate the trip with due to his flexibility and prompt responses.
4/5

Norman was great at accommodating my travel and payment requests. Khongi was the driver assigned to my trip. He was a friendly and outgoing personality which made him easy to talk to. He expertly navigated the many potholes on the Panorama Route. I felt safe with his driving the entire trip.

The Kruger Gate Hotel was amazing as was the safari at Kruger National Park. The safari was a new experience, and I therefore had a lot of questions. All of the tour operators were patient to ensure I was comfortable. I did the full day safari which included two breaks. One in the morning and one for lunch.

The Panorama Route was a long trip back to Johannesburg. We made two stops. One at the Lisbon Falls and the second at the Blyde River Canyon (includes the Three Rondavels). The weather wasn't great but we managed to see the sites despite the rain and clouds. Beware that this route doubled the amount of time to drive back to Johannesburg.

Overall, Nhlalala Travel was a lovely group to work with.

Claire   –  
United Kingdom UK
Visited: November 2023 Reviewed: Nov 22, 2023

Email Claire  |  20-35 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

Tremendous
5/5

Thank you so much for organising the trip - it was amazing and far exceeded our expectations. Thoroughly enjoyed every aspect of the trip and big shout out to kongi who made it even more enjoyable!

Yasmine   –  
Switzerland CH
Visited: November 2023 Reviewed: Nov 19, 2023

Email Yasmine  |  20-35 years of age  |  Experience level: first safari

Fantastic
5/5

Norman is simply an exceptional person. Thanks to him, we had an unforgettable stay at Kruger National Park. The hotel was superb, the food was excellent and we had the chance to see the big five and more!
We had a great day visiting exceptional viewpoints: gods window, potholes, three rondavels and Blyde river, lisbon falls. I recommend, book without hesitation!!

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