South Africa Highlights & Safari Reviews

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“The trip to South Africa was both wonderful and exhilarating. Our accommodations in Cape Town were superb. It was easy to get around and the tours and our tour guide Roger was well informed and more than willing to help in any way possible. Moving on to Johannesburg we were excited about our safari tour but not so much about the hotel . It was in the middle of nowhere with nothing nearby within walking distance. We saw very little of Johannesburg only in passing through. Overall I enjoyed for the most part the itinerary set forth by SmartTours and would definitely use them again.”

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Posted 8 years ago

“Immensely enjoyed this trip taken in late January 2016 with wife and 2 teenage girls. Group was small (26 ppl, incl. us) and mostly older couples, but we didn't mind. Shawn Bartnick was very informative regarding South African history and current political & civic environment. Included meals were surprisingly decent, & the meals we paid for were not expensive. Highly recommend the optional township tour in Cape Town. I wish the Victoria Falls extension (which we passed on) was shorter period & less expensive, since we had to get back for work & school schedule. Rufus Makwela, safari jeep driver at Kruger, was fantastic ... you must ask for him!”

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Posted 8 years ago

“Excelente Vacaciones no tengo palabras como expresar lo bello que fue este viaje. Nuestro directos Jeremías excelente ser humano con una gran experiencia de lo que hace. Los hoteles excelente servicio en todo. Gracias a Smar Tour por bajos precios en sus paquetes.”

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Posted 8 years ago

“We had the fortunate opportunity to be on the January 12, 2016 South African Highlights tour led by Ron McGregor. We cannot find enough words to express what a fabulous adventure this trip was. From the first minute we met Ron until the very last day at the airport, he was the Tour Director Extraordinaire! He warned us that this was not a vacation – it was a holiday. His organization kept us all on our toes and allowed us to get the most out of the tour. Ron gave us a realistic lesson in the politics and history of South Africa and there was no question he couldn’t answer. In all of our travels Ron is the best guide we ever had. He led us from place to place and tackled every problem that arose calmly, professionally and proficiently. The extras that he arranged for us – the extra safari, and those of us who didn’t go to Victoria Falls, got the awesome experience of Walking with Lions – which we know none of us will ever forget. The hotels, the food, the local guides, etc. were all more than we ever expected!! This was our first Smartour but it’s not going to be our last one!”

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Posted 8 years ago

“I have done a great deal of traveling in my life, but I can say that the 17 days I spent on this tour were among the best of my travels, if not THE best. In South Africa, we had a tour director who easily surpasses all others with his knowledge and ability to communicate it. Jeremy was largely responsible for the excellence of this trip. The only downside was the number of different guides in Victoria Falls and Chobe. The optional tours throughout were excellent, but the tours in Victoria Falls were quite expensive.”

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Posted 8 years ago

“Wish there were ten stars. Just returned from South Africa tour. It not only met, but far exceeded, my expectations. From the second we stepped off the plane and was met by Ron MacGreggor (sp?) our tour guide it was smooth sailing. Ron's knowledge of his country was AMAZING. How he kept 32 people organized and on time was nothing short of miraculous. The small mishaps along the way were handled with a calm and professional manner. The tour itself was unbelievable. I was talking to a woman on our return flight who paid almost double what we did and saw half what we saw. I can without hesitation completely recommend Smartours to anyone who wants to make the most of their vacation and see and experience, to the fullest, the culture where they are going. Memories to last a lifetime!”

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Posted 8 years ago

“November 24- December 10, 2015. Great trip and very well organized. Food and hotels A plus. And our guide Mr.Ron McGregor is just plain excellent. There is very little that gentleman does not know. Learned a lot. It was like going to school every day but loved it!! Remember, get your Robben Island ticket BEFORE you leave home. The add on of Zimbabwe (Victoria Falls) and Botswana (Chobe National Park and 45,000 elephants) absolutely worth it as were the river cruises. Highly recommend this tour with SmarTours.”