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Welcome to Wildr, a small yet extraordinary company dedicated to providing you with the most unforgettable experiences that perfectly align with your dreams!

At Wildr, we take immense pride in meticulously tailoring each itinerary to cater to your unique travel needs. Our commitment to excellence knows no bounds as we go above and beyond to accommodate any special requests you may have. We firmly believe in a hands-on approach, constantly venturing to new destinations and properties, indulging in delectable cuisine, immersing ourselves in thrilling activities, and forging connections with the incredible people involved. Our sole aim is to ensure that you embark on a journey of the utmost quality and create memories that will last a lifetime.

Wildr was brought to life by the visionary Deborah Smook, who, after eight remarkable years in destination marketing for South Africa, decided to turn her passion into a reality. Through her extensive experience, Deborah has explored the wonders of Southern Africa, building an extensive network that now empowers her to curate your dream holiday with unparalleled expertise and finesse. With her team, Anna-marie, Janneke & Corlia, you are in very capable hands.

Get ready to embark on an adventure like no other! With Wildr, your wildest dreams are about to come true.

Wildr is part of the following groups: Botswana Travel Agents, Namibia Travel Agents, Seychelles Travel Agents

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We had the most amazing trip to Africa , Zimb...
South Africa | May 18 - May 29, 2025

rhonda
rhonda c.
Los Angeles, CA | Reviewed on Jun 01, 2025
We had the most amazing trip to Africa , Zimbabwe and Botswana because of the expertise , care and knowledge from Anna Marie. From the beginning of our communications she understood our goals , budget and desires and arranged for us the perfect trip .
tour guide , driver and transfer was on time , friendly and knowledgeable . All the hotels and lodges exceeded our expectations and were outstanding .
Anna Marie arranged a special wine tasting for us and then joined us which was a...
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We had the most amazing trip to Africa , Zimbabwe and Botswana because of the expertise , care and knowledge from Anna Marie. From the beginning of our communications she understood our goals , budget and desires and arranged for us the perfect trip .
tour guide , driver and transfer was on time , friendly and knowledgeable . All the hotels and lodges exceeded our expectations and were outstanding .
Anna Marie arranged a special wine tasting for us and then joined us which was a highlight to meet her after communicating for over 6 months . She is amazing and continued to check in with me during the 11 day trip to ensure everything went perfectly ( which it did)
We also really enjoyed Rochelle our guide for the wine tasting day who managed to fit in for us. 4 special wineries and lunch on a very rainy day .
We saw the Big 5 at our first lodge in Sabi Sands Umkumbe Safari Lodge including 3 leopards many rhinos , lioness , elephant and buffalo herd right outside our room on the river . In Chobe at Ngoma Lodge the abundance of animals we saw
herds of buffalo ,giraffe ,zebra , hippos, wild dogs , cheetah , impalas, kudos , elephants and more elephants and many others was astounding and breathtaking watching them interact .
We will return to South Africa . The people are so nice , kind and special .
My husband and I agree our favorite trip ever and we look forward to planning our next trip with Kim Kim.
Thank you Anna-Marie !

Hotel Reviews
The Victoria & Alfred Hotel
Cape Town

Excellent hotel , location and staff Loved the breakfast and also had dinner too that was delicious . Room was a great size

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On waterfront near attractions shopping and dining !
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Umkumbe Safari Lodge
Hoedspruit

Staff are all amazing and work so hard for the guests! We loved Jessica our guide . Her expertise and sense of locating the animals was superb . We saw Big 5 and many more ! Food was delicious too!

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Location
Room right on the river ! Had everything we needed! Saw animals right outside our deck
Staff
Jessica rocks !
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Insika Lodge
Victoria Falls

Beautiful hotel . Nice modern room great size Great bar and delicious restaurant

Authenticity & Character
Beautiful gardens
Location
Secluded beautiful offered a free shuttle to falls and town .
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Cleanliness & Comfort
Ngoma Safari Lodge
Chobe

Impressive from The moment we arrived Personal care and attention from the entire team from arrival to departure . The food was amazing with menus designed daily from the chef . They celebrated our anniversary by preparing our room with wine , champagne and Decorated our room with flower petals candles and bubble bath . Ngoma is a very special place ! We saw so many animals . The safaris were truly Amazing We wish we could have stayed longer .

Authenticity & Character
Perfect !
Location
Located on a floodplain with a water hole .saw so many animals in front of our room . Beautiful lodge and location.
Staff
We loved everyone! The entire team is amazing
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Activity Reviews
Dinner at GOLD Restaurant
Dinner at GOLD Restaurant
Cape Town

So much fun

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Cape Peninsula & Penguins
Cape Peninsula & Penguins
South Africa

Although it was a rainy day we saw the penguins and cape .

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Cape Winelands Wine, Cheese & Chocolate Excursion
Cape Winelands Wine, Cheese & Chocolate Excursion
South Africa

Amazing day with Rochelle and Anna Marie 4 wineries and outstanding lunch .

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Arrive at Your Lodge in Kruger & First Game Drive
Arrive at Your Lodge in Kruger & First Game Drive
South Africa

Amazing lodge guide Jessica and tracker Saw big 5 on first safari .

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Victoria Premium River Safari Sunset Cruise
Victoria Premium River Safari Sunset Cruise
Victoria Falls

Very nice . excellent appetizers !

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Game Drives in Chobe National Park
Game Drives in Chobe National Park
South Africa

So many animals . Boat cruise and safaris Loved Chobe !

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Local specialist: Anna-marie Mocke
Anna-marie
Anna-marie Mocke
Local specialist in Cape, Winelands | Replied on Jun 04, 2025

Hello Rhonda

Thank you so much for the amazing review, and for taking the time to share the beautiful photos!

I loved every bit of planning this trip with you. Meeting you and Jesse was definitely a highlight.

I do hope that you will bring your son to South Africa one day.

Warm greetings
Anna-marie

Unfortunately we had to postpone and then can...
South Africa | May 9 - May 28, 2025

Jamie
Jamie R.
Chapel Hill, NC | Reviewed on May 29, 2025

Unfortunately we had to postpone and then cancel our trip due to illness, but Deborah and Anna-marie could not have been more kind, helpful, or gracious, not to mention professional. They not only helped us plan a fabulous trip but then were super responsive and accommodating as we tried to rebook and then cancel the trip, providing all the documentation we needed for filing an insurance claim. I’ll continue using KimKim for all our trips; this experience is another example of its excellent service and support, including when life gets in the way of best laid plans.

Local specialist: Deborah Smook

the recently completed a trip to South Africa...
South Africa | Apr 7 - Apr 16, 2025

Paige
Paige S.
Canada | Reviewed on Apr 30, 2025
the recently completed a trip to South Africa including Capetown, Klaserie reserve in Kruger national Park, Victoria Falls and Chobe national Park. right from the start Annamarie at Kim Kim was extremely attentive and knowledgeable. She even scheduled a Facetime call to make sure that she understood what we were wanting. Her recommendations were excellent and exactly what we were looking for. (in terms of accommodations). The only small part of the trip we regretted was... Read more

the recently completed a trip to South Africa including Capetown, Klaserie reserve in Kruger national Park, Victoria Falls and Chobe national Park.

right from the start Annamarie at Kim Kim was extremely attentive and knowledgeable. She even scheduled a Facetime call to make sure that she understood what we were wanting. Her recommendations were excellent and exactly what we were looking for. (in terms of accommodations). The only small part of the trip we regretted was Victoria Falls - it was a surprise to us that we had to pay $75US each for an entry VISA (we had been told $10) and the area was too touristy for us.

I would say the highlight was our safari in Kruger -we stayed at Ivory Wilderness Lodge and their accommodations and food were excellent. Most importantly our guide Wienand made the trip spectacular. He was extremely knowledgeable and put a lot of effort into making sure we got the most out of our Safari experience.

Hotel Reviews
Ivory Wilderness River Rock Lodge
Hoedspruit

top-notch lodge. Set in a very quiet area almost 2 hours from the airport. He will barely see another person. the accommodations are extremely comfortable and food was excellent. Most importantly their guide Wienand made the safari drives amazing - his knowledge and attention to detail were superb

Authenticity & Character
A very true African Lodge experience. We will definitely go there again when we are lucky enough to go on Safari in the future
Location
set far from any other lodges-you are in the middle of the bush
Staff
Great personal attention
Cleanliness & Comfort
rooms are just lovely
Tree House Boutique Hotel
Cape Town

Great location and very quiet. Easy walk to harbourfront and no issue getting an Uber to go out at night.

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Shongwe Lookout
Victoria Falls

We just didn't love Victoria Falls - too touristy

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Activity Reviews
A Day in the Kruger Bush with Two Game Drives
A Day in the Kruger Bush with Two Game Drives
South Africa

Absolutely amazing - we saw huge variety of wildlife

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Wienand is amzing
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Boat life on the Chobe River
Boat life on the Chobe River
Chobe River - Namibia Side

We didn't love the river safari as much as the driving one - saw less wildlife

Quality of Experience
lodge amazing - awesome lodge staff
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
guide was not great - pointed out animals but had very little knowledge about the wildlife
Transport
We had an issue with our transfers both ways - had to wait over an hour to get picked up in Botswana and then again 90 minutes when boat driver from lodge took us back (there was no airport shuttle to take us to airport)
Kayak with Penguins
Kayak with Penguins
South Africa

Didn't get to do this due to rain

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Dinner at GOLD Restaurant
Dinner at GOLD Restaurant
Cape Town

Touristy and loud but good food and enjoyed the dances

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we arranged our own Uber
Victoria Premium River Safari Sunset Cruise
Victoria Premium River Safari Sunset Cruise
Victoria Falls

we didn't end up getting to do this-we had a very long wait at the airport and the timing was just tooo tight. Sadly this was nonrefundable

Dusty Road Township Dinner Experience **highly recommended by our team
Dusty Road Township Dinner Experience **highly recommended by our team
Victoria Falls

Dinner was fairly good and Sarah is trying to do a good thing. It just lacks entertainment I think. There was a short dance done by some local kids which was very sweet. Otherwise there was too much time to just eat dinner - everything went fairly slowly.

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Our transport was arranged for 3 hours after drop off - this is really a 60-90 min experience. And we couldn't get ahold of Transport to pick us up early. Sarah was very kind and arranged for one of her workers to take us back early to our hotel
Local specialist: Anna-marie Mocke
Anna-marie
Anna-marie Mocke
Local specialist in Cape, Winelands | Replied on May 01, 2025
Hello Paige Thank you so much for the detailed feedback. It helps us a lot to improve our service continuously. Ivory is also one of my favourite safari locations, and I can not agree more that the staff is super great. However, I am so sorry that Victoria Falls did not meet your expectations. But the feedback you provided us with is very valuable. The transfers at Chobe is also very disappointing, and I was so upset that it had to happen on the last day of your trip. Thank you for being... Read more

Hello Paige

Thank you so much for the detailed feedback. It helps us a lot to improve our service continuously.

Ivory is also one of my favourite safari locations, and I can not agree more that the staff is super great. However, I am so sorry that Victoria Falls did not meet your expectations. But the feedback you provided us with is very valuable.

The transfers at Chobe is also very disappointing, and I was so upset that it had to happen on the last day of your trip. Thank you for being understanding throughout your trip!

It was an absolute pleasure to work with you to plan this trip.

Warm greetings
Anna-marie

Kimkim arranged a once-in-a-lifetime trip to South Africa
South Africa | Mar 27 - Apr 11, 2025

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Deborah B.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Apr 17, 2025
Kimkim arranged a once-in-a-lifetime trip for us in South Africa. We told them some of what we wanted to see and do, where we wanted to go, and asked that they put together an itinerary that fit our time frame. Our South African agent, Anna-marie Mocke worked with us tirelessly and came up with a perfect plan. Pickups, drop offs, tours and golf tee times were all very well organized. And it was comforting to know that Anna-marie (or if she was not available, another agent) was always... Read more

Kimkim arranged a once-in-a-lifetime trip for us in South Africa. We told them some of what we wanted to see and do, where we wanted to go, and asked that they put together an itinerary that fit our time frame. Our South African agent, Anna-marie Mocke worked with us tirelessly and came up with a perfect plan. Pickups, drop offs, tours and golf tee times were all very well organized. And it was comforting to know that Anna-marie (or if she was not available, another agent) was always reachable and responded to queries almost immediately. Every one of our accommodations was lovely and the service was excellent. The warmth and welcoming of the staff at every location was outstanding. Our safari location was exceptional. It was a truly amazing journey. We highly recommend Kimkim.
Sincerely,
Brian, Debbie, Jamie and Bev

Hotel Reviews
Tree House Boutique Hotel
Cape Town

Very Charming Hotel. The staff were wonderful, so friendly and helpful. We could walk to the BoKaap area and to the waterfront as well. We would like to say how much we enjoyed our interactions with Melody, Tiffany and Sheila. They were great.

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La Cotte Farm
Franschhoek

The surrounding country was spectacularly beautiful. Our accommodations were opulent.

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Schoone Oordt Country House
Swellendam

Very nice hotel.

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The Lofts Boutique Hotel
Knysna

What a unique hotel. We enjoyed our stay here very much.

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Walkers Beach
Plettenberg Bay

An intimate hotel with stunning architecture and stunning views. The staff was wonderful. We would like to mention Lloyd and Sindi and Maya. They took very good care of us. Jayne was excellent as well. The food was amazing.

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Walkers Plains Camp

This camp was wonderful. Our guide Millie and tracker Walter worked very hard to make our experience fantastic. And the staff at the camp - Cosmo, Charles, Carolina, Ntisiyo. They took good care of us! We didn't want to leave. It was very nice to meet the Walkers brothers and their pups! It was a very intimate environment that fostered friendships amongst the other guests.

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Activity Reviews
Full-Day Wine Tour
Full-Day Wine Tour
South Africa

The tastings were very good. We visited in the fall after the harvest, so we didn't have the opportunity to walk through the vineyards. And we were not offered tours of the cellars or other parts of the operation. The tram was a fun way to travel.

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Bo-Kaap Walking Tour
Bo-Kaap Walking Tour
Cape Town

Zaki was a very articulate and passionate guide. The fact that we were able to visit his home and taste some of the family recipes was special.

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Dinner at GOLD Restaurant
Dinner at GOLD Restaurant
Cape Town

Somewhat touristy - but we were tourists... The food was fantastic and partaking in the drumming was a lot of fun.

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Knysna Featherbed Eco Experience
Knysna Featherbed Eco Experience
South Africa

The views were spectacular. And it was a very pleasant hike down the hill (thank goodness we didn't have to walk up - the drive up was scary enough!) The buffet meal provided was excellent.

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Local specialist: Anna-marie Mocke
Anna-marie
Anna-marie Mocke
Local specialist in Cape, Winelands | Replied on Apr 22, 2025

Hello Debbie

Thank you so much for the great review. It is a pity I never got to meet you, but hope you will be back one day.

I enjoyed planning this trip with you!

Warm greetings
Anna-marie

Amazing Local Team for South Africa Travel
South Africa | Dec 15 - Jan 2, 2025

Emily
Emily K.
Costa Rica | Reviewed on Jan 07, 2025

Anna-marie and team did an amazing job planning our family trip to South Africa and Zimbabwe. From unique local experiences we never would have discovered on our own to ensuring our trip had enough to engage and inspire both kids (ages 10 and 12) and parents, I can't recommend their services enough! You won't be disappointed!

Local specialist: Anna-marie Mocke
Anna-marie
Anna-marie Mocke
Local specialist in Cape, Winelands | Replied on Jan 08, 2025

Hello Emily

Thank you so much for your kind words and the great review.😍 Messages like these make us love our jobs even more.

I’m so happy you and your family had a great holiday.

It was a pleasure helping you plan the trip.

Warm greetings
Anna-marie

Trip of a lifetime
South Africa | Sep 4 - Sep 17, 2024

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David R.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Oct 06, 2024
As our first trip to Africa in general and South Africa specifically, we had no idea where to start in planning, though we had some idea about experiences that we wanted. We jumped online to search for a travel agency to assist us, another first for us. We found KimKim somewhat randomly, but the feedback of other traveler led us to take a chance. What we found was that from start to finish, Anna-marie was attentive, responsive, energetic, and proactive. She took our somewhat neophytic... Read more

As our first trip to Africa in general and South Africa specifically, we had no idea where to start in planning, though we had some idea about experiences that we wanted. We jumped online to search for a travel agency to assist us, another first for us. We found KimKim somewhat randomly, but the feedback of other traveler led us to take a chance. What we found was that from start to finish, Anna-marie was attentive, responsive, energetic, and proactive. She took our somewhat neophytic thoughts and arranged an experience that will be indelibly fixed in our memories for the rest of our lives. The guides provided not only their knowledge, but their openness and willingness to share insights beyond geography, food and textbook history. The authenticity of those discussions truly made the journey one that was holistically edifying. Radheeka and Stephanie of Earthstompers, as well as Marlene of Adventure Shop were excellent. Probably most impactful personally for us was the day spent in Soweto with the guide from Lebo's Soweto Backpackers. The tuk-tuk tour gave us the opportunity to engage with people of all ages and the culture on a deeper level. The smiles and waves of the children, not to mention their innumerable high-fives, will not be forgotten or unappreciated for the hope for the future that they represented. Lastly, we are still in awe of the natural wonders that we shared in during our stay at the Walker Plains Camp. Our days there were never the same, with new animals and behaviors seemingly by the hour. Paul and Kenwell, our driver and tracker, were fantastic hosts for our daily drives, expert in their crafts and exceedingly gracious as they dealt with non-stop questions.
So with all of the wonderful personal and natural experiences, as well as the well appointed accommodations, we definitely look forward to our next adventure as curated by KimKim.

Hotel Reviews
Oude Werf Hotel
Stellenbosch

The location was great and it was modern hotel. We did not find it to very inviting. The staff was polite but did not go out of their way. We found the room to be small and standard. The breakfast was lovely.

Authenticity & Character
A modern hotel. Nothing set it apart
Location
Staff
Responsive but not proactive.
Cleanliness & Comfort
I recommend you select your room.
Dorp Hotel
Cape Town

Beautiful and well appointed accommodations. The staff was attentive and friendly. We felt like home in a very short amount of time. This hotel is not gated which we appreciated. The views were absolutely stunning.

Authenticity & Character
It transformed us back into time. We loved the photographs, history, etc.
Location
It sits on top of a hill. We made the mistake of walking up. LOL.
Staff
Extremely friendly and helpful. Our every need was met.
Cleanliness & Comfort
The size of the room and balcony was fantastic!
Walkers Plains Camp

Our home away from home. We fell in love with everything about this place. The accommodations were first class. The community was wonderful. The staff was friendly and professional. The meals were outstanding. We were celebrating our 35th wedding anniversary and they planned a romantic dinner in our cottage by the pool. Absolutely beautiful. We hope to return soon.

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The Peech Boutique Hotel
Johannesburg

The property was very nice with the exception of being a gated community. We are the type of travelers that immerse ourselves into our environment. This was not possible at this location. The staff was professional but not overly friendly or accommodating with the exception of the gentlemen at the gate.

Authenticity & Character
It was a nice property but nothing stood out,
Location
We did not like the gated community
Staff
The gentlemen at the gate were very nice, friendly and professional
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Activity Reviews
Lunch at Crofter's Kitchen
Lunch at Crofter's Kitchen
Cape Town

The conversation with the chef and her staff, the tasting walk through the house garden.

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Guided Hikes in Stellenbosch
Guided Hikes in Stellenbosch
South Africa
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Foodies on Foot
Foodies on Foot
South Africa
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A Day in the Kruger Bush with Two Private Game Drives
A Day in the Kruger Bush with Two Private Game Drives
South Africa
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Cape Peninsula & Penguins
Cape Peninsula & Penguins
South Africa

We enjoyed the entire experience, visiting the parks and seeing the wildlife. Radheeka was a wonderful guide for the day.

Quality of Experience
animals, geography.
Food
stopped for coffee and pastry, which was nice.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
knowledge and openness of conversation
Transport
Robben Island
Robben Island
Cape Town

The experience was thought provoking and one we would not have missed.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
tour of cellblock conducted by former inmate. their presentation was evocative and moving, framed within the melancholy of the lasting effects on the guide.
Transport
not sure it can be improved, but a very crowded bus with relatively poor sound.
Dinner at GOLD Restaurant
Dinner at GOLD Restaurant
Cape Town

As dinner theatre goes, it was a reasonably entertaining evening. However, it had too much of a touristy flavor.

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Cape Town Food, City & Table Mountain Private Day Tour
Cape Town Food, City & Table Mountain Private Day Tour
Cape Town
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Full-Day Wine Tour
Full-Day Wine Tour
South Africa
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Arrive at Your Lodge in Kruger & First Game Drive
Arrive at Your Lodge in Kruger & First Game Drive
South Africa
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Another Day in the Kruger with 2 private game drives
Another Day in the Kruger with 2 private game drives
South Africa
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Final morning game drive & next stop
Final morning game drive & next stop
South Africa
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Soweto Bicycle, Walking, or Tuk-Tuk Tour with Traditional Lunch in Outdoor Kitchen
Soweto Bicycle, Walking, or Tuk-Tuk Tour with Traditional Lunch in Outdoor Kitchen
Johannesburg
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Local specialist: Anna-marie Mocke
Anna-marie
Anna-marie Mocke
Local specialist in Cape, Winelands | Replied on Oct 07, 2024

Hello Dana & David,

Thank you so much for your wonderful review and for taking the time to rate all the hotels and experiences. Your feedback is invaluable in helping us improve our services. I loved reading about the high-fives in Soweto—it was definitely a highlight for me too!

It was great to meet you in person at Bochendal; I wish we could have spent more time together.

We truly hope that you will bring the kids to Africa someday!

Warm greetings,
Anna-Marie

We had an amazing trip to South Africa and ev...
South Africa | Sep 4 - Sep 18, 2024

Jennifer
Jennifer P.
West Columbia, SC | Reviewed on Sep 25, 2024
We had an amazing trip to South Africa and every detail went smoothly and was perfectly planned. We bought a safari at a fundraiser, but it was only 6 days. We were overwhelmed trying to plan additional days for our trip, but Anna-Marie and Deb made it easy. They planned the perfect trip for us and were in contact with us on WhatsApp the whole time. In Cape Town our tour guide Radheeka with Earthstompers was wonderful. She was very knowledgeable and made our two days there perfect. We saw... Read more

We had an amazing trip to South Africa and every detail went smoothly and was perfectly planned. We bought a safari at a fundraiser, but it was only 6 days. We were overwhelmed trying to plan additional days for our trip, but Anna-Marie and Deb made it easy. They planned the perfect trip for us and were in contact with us on WhatsApp the whole time. In Cape Town our tour guide Radheeka with Earthstompers was wonderful. She was very knowledgeable and made our two days there perfect. We saw Cape Point, Boulder Beach penguins, Table Mountain, and the winelands to name a few. Anna-Marie even met us and joined us for our winery tour! We had a wonderful time with her & Radheeka! Our flights and transfers to Victoria Falls and Namibia went perfectly and were on time. This was our second trip that we entrusted KimKim with and we have been extremely pleased both times.

Hotel Reviews
Sanctuary Mandela
Johannesburg

The staff was very attentive and helpful. Amazing breakfast and dinner. Rooms are spacious, quiet, and clean. The bathroom is open to the rest of the room with the bed (it’s one room). Overall pleased with our stay. It’s about a 30 min drive to the airport.

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Chobe Princess
Chobe National Park

This was an amazing experience! We saw so many animals & the views were incredible. The meals were delicious and we enjoyed getting to know the other couples on the boat. This is a must do!

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Location
Being on the Chobe River was amazing! We could see elephants and giraffes right from our bedroom window!
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Zulu Nyala Heritage Safari Lodge
Hluhluwe
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Tree House Boutique Hotel
Cape Town

This was a modern and very unique hotel. Beautifully decorated. The free breakfast and coffee each morning was very nice. The staff was very friendly and helpful.

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Location isn’t walking distance to V&A Waterfront, but they have a driver that will take you.
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Ilala Lodge
Victoria Falls

This is a beautiful hotel with a very authentic old world safari feel. Pics of Dr Livingstone are everywhere. The outdoor pool and bar area are very nice & I wish we would’ve had a day just to spend hanging out there. We enjoyed the breakfast every day and they had great coffee. Very glad we stayed here. It is walking distance to Vic Falls but I would caution anyone to not walk there with just two people. My husband & I walked back after touring the falls and had a difficult time getting past the vendors and panhandlers. If you have 4 or more people you should be ok.

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Location
Don’t walk to Vic Falls alone. Much better if you have a group to walk with.
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Activity Reviews
Lunch at Crofter's Kitchen
Lunch at Crofter's Kitchen
Cape Town
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Full-Day Wine Tour
Full-Day Wine Tour
South Africa

We loved Fairview Winery. Our guide Radheeka even arranged for us to see the goats!

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Transport
Radheeka with Earthstompers was the best tour guide ! After the second day she was like a good friend & I was sad to leave.
Victoria Premium River Safari Sunset Cruise
Victoria Premium River Safari Sunset Cruise
Victoria Falls

We loved our dinner cruise. The sunset and views were spectacular!

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Dusty Road Township Dinner Experience **highly recommended by our team
Dusty Road Township Dinner Experience **highly recommended by our team
Victoria Falls
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Chobe Princess Houseboat Arrival
Chobe Princess Houseboat Arrival
South Africa
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Boat Life on the Chobe River
Boat Life on the Chobe River
Chobe National Park

This was a once in a lifetime experience! Amazing!

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Dinner at Sanctuary Mandela
Dinner at Sanctuary Mandela
Johannesburg
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Last morning on the Chobe Princess
Last morning on the Chobe Princess
South Africa
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Cape Peninsula & Penguins
Cape Peninsula & Penguins
South Africa
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Explore Table Mountain
Explore Table Mountain
South Africa

Beautiful views! Bigger than I thought it would be! Bring a jacket it gets cold!

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Anna-marie Mocke
Anna-marie
Anna-marie Mocke
Local specialist in Cape, Winelands | Replied on Sep 26, 2024

Hello Jennifer

Thank you so much for the great review, and all the feedback, we appreciate it so much. The pictures are great and thank you for sharing them with us!

I am so happy that you enjoyed your trip. It was lovely spending the morning with you at Fairview, and it is a pity I could not do the goat tour with you.

Please bring the kids to South Africa one day!

Warm greetings
Anna-marie
Anna-marie

Anna Marié was amazing at planning the trip. ...
Botswana | Aug 14 - Aug 22, 2024

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Thibault P.
Manhattan, NY | Reviewed on Aug 23, 2024

Anna Marié was amazing at planning the trip. Everything was smooth and well thought. I loved it. Special mention for Delta Camp team in Okavengo Delta. The whole team was so nice and welcoming making the experience unique and exceptional. Highly recommend this trip.
Thanks a lot!

Local specialist: Anna-marie Mocke
Anna-marie
Anna-marie Mocke
Local specialist in Cape, Winelands | Replied on Aug 26, 2024

Hi Thibault,

Thank you so much for the wonderful review! It was such a pleasure planning this trip with you. I am pleased to read that you loved it! These are exactly my thoughts after a visit to Delta & Chobe.

Thank you also for the great photos you shared with us. Hopefully, you will be back one day.

Warm greetings
Anna-marie

Spectacular adventure to Africa!!
South Africa | May 25 - Jun 8, 2024

Susan
Susan C.
Hartford, CT | Reviewed on Jun 28, 2024
The trip was spectacular in every way! From our arrival in Capetown, every driver was ready and waiting (and we had a lot of internal flights which all went smoothly!). The Queen Victoria Hotel was lovely and the staff was so gracious. Our guide for two days in Capetown, Rochelle, was FABULOUS! She managed to satisfy the wants and needs of everyone in our group of six and did so with grace and humor! We loved our tour of the peninsula and the penguins are the CUTEST! Lunch at Crofter's... Read more

The trip was spectacular in every way! From our arrival in Capetown, every driver was ready and waiting (and we had a lot of internal flights which all went smoothly!). The Queen Victoria Hotel was lovely and the staff was so gracious. Our guide for two days in Capetown, Rochelle, was FABULOUS! She managed to satisfy the wants and needs of everyone in our group of six and did so with grace and humor! We loved our tour of the peninsula and the penguins are the CUTEST! Lunch at Crofter's Kitchen was a highlight of the trip...simply delicious food and amazing home and views. Nikki was entertaining and a talented chef...we also loved the tour of her gardens. Do not skip Table Mountain as the views are simply awesome. We went to three different wineries on the second day that Rochelle suggested and they were each unique and amazing in their own ways. The scenery in wine country is beautiful too.

Next up was Monwana Lodge which we all agreed was BEYOND FABULOUS! If you are considering a safari, you MUST go to Monwana! There simply aren't enough superlatives to describe the experience we had there from the accommodations, the food, the staff, the spa, the game drives and wildlife! Our guide (Colin) and tracker (Bennie) were the absolute BEST and made each and every game drive an incredible experience. From there we went to Johannesburg for a night and went to the Marabi Jazz Club which we loved!! Great food and music! Next up was the adventure of a lifetime with Beagle Expeditions in the Okavenga Delta of Botswana. Do not let the glamping fool you...this adventure was exciting! My family loved the 9 mile walk from camp to camp (we spent four nights total and 2 in each camp). The wildlife was plentiful and the water hole at the second camp was a parade of elephant families, baboons, wart hogs and others. It's honestly impossible to describe all of the incredible moments we had on both safaris. You just have to experience it and I can guarantee you won't be disappointed.

We ended our adventure in Victoria Falls which was beautiful. We stayed at the Palm River Hotel on the bank of the Zambezi River. The hotel was wonderful and we especially enjoyed the Ra-Ikane Sunset Cruise and riverside dinner. I had no idea the Zambezi was so awesome and my only regret was that we didn't do the white water rafting while we were there. The Victoria Falls National Park was a great way to view the falls and we went early the day we left so almost had each viewing spot to ourselves. Dusty Road for dinner the first night was also fun and interesting!!

We will be forever grateful to Deb and her team at Elgin Africa (as well as Corlia, Anna Marie, Wildr.Africa and I hope I am not forgetting anyone) for helping us plan a bucket list trip of a lifetime. We spent months planning it and Deb and Co were patient and helpful throughout and planned the PERFECT adventure for our group of six (My husband, me and our three sons in their 20s and one girlfriend). I chose this company because I really wanted an authentic, "insider" type of experience for this trip and I have worked with KimKim to plan several trips now and find that they are great at connecting us with fantastic travel planners in the countries we want to visit who help us achieve our travel dreams. I highly recommend working with Deb and her team to plan your next adventure!!

Hotel Reviews
Queen Victoria Hotel
Cape Town

Lovely hotel. Friendly and helpful staff, great food, spacious comfortable rooms and beds, nice location!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Views of Table Mountain, walking distance to lots of things
Staff
So friendly and helpful.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Beds were so comfortable, bath products were lovely, spacious and beautiful
Monwana
Hoedspruit

I could go on and on and on about this Lodge. It may be my favorite place that I have every stayed. It will forever be near and dear to my heart and I would love to go back.

Authenticity & Character
Built in harmony with nature and sustainability, this lodge was a total dream.
Location
Wildlife viewing was simply spectacular.
Staff
Robbie and the entire staff was simply the BEST OF THE BEST!
Cleanliness & Comfort
The rooms were beautiful and the beds so comfortable! I loved the deck, plunge pool and outdoor shower. Our views of the water hole provided endless amazing wildlife sightings. I loved the notes left on our mirror from the wonderful housekeeper!
Beagle Expeditions
Maun
Authenticity & Character
You can't get much more authentic as far as safaris go...we helicoptered in and out so were completely off the beaten path. The wildlife was truly WILD and amazing. A unique, exciting and incredible experience!
Location
This location was in the Okavenga Delta and the wildlife viewing was awesome. Although the Delta had not yet made it to the camps we stayed in, our guide Ace drove us to see the water the first day. Very cool.
Staff
With no electricity or running water it was simply astounding that the food and accommodations were so amazing. The staff worked so hard to ensure all our needs were met!
Cleanliness & Comfort
The bedding was so incredible cozy and kept us warm despite the chilly nights and early mornings.
The Palm River Hotel
Victoria Falls

Great location, peaceful and serene. We loved being on the Zambezi River.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
HYDE Hotel Rosebank

This hotel was in a pretty busy location and it was a bit loud when we arrived. Overall it worked out well for a quick one night stay. It was clean and comfortable and the breakfast was great!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Lunch at Crofter's Kitchen
Lunch at Crofter's Kitchen
Cape Town

We loved this special experience. Nikki was an amazing chef and the food was soooo delicious! We loved the tour of her gardens and all the knowledge about the plants that she shared. She was entertaining and fun and her home was beautiful with lovely views!

Quality of Experience
Food
All of it!
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Full-Day Wine Tour
Full-Day Wine Tour
South Africa

We went to Table Mountain first thing and it was not to be missed. It was a clear day and we got there before it was crowded so the line for the funicular was very short. AMAZING views from the top. We loved all three wineries we toured. The scenery was fabulous and so was the wine! We stopped in Stellenbosch for some shopping which was also wonderful.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Rochelle was our guide for the second straight day and her expertise and wonderful personality made both days so enjoyable!
Transport
Arrive at Your Lodge in Kruger & First Game Drive
Arrive at Your Lodge in Kruger & First Game Drive
South Africa

The staff at Monwana was waiting for us upon our arrival and greeted us with incredible warmth. Our first game drive was full of spectacular sightings and set the stage for our incredible four day stay at this heavenly lodge. There are too many amazing things to write about so you just have to BOOK YOUR STAY NOW and experience it! We would return to this place again in a heartbeat!!

Quality of Experience
Food
Everything was so delicious. Each meal was prepared with fresh, tasty food and made with pride and love.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Warm, friendly, passionate about their work, dedicated to excellence every step of the way!
Transport
The safari vehicles had no middle seat so everyone had a "front row" view to spectacular wildlife sightings.
A Day in the Kruger Bush with Two Private Game Drives
A Day in the Kruger Bush with Two Private Game Drives
South Africa

Every single ride with Bennie and Colin was beyond belief. We learned so much and loved hearing the stories about the animals...especially the Black Dams (Dams?) and the leopards! The snack stops were so awesome....there is nothing like an African sunset although we enjoyed the sunrises so much too. I worried that my family wouldn't want to get up so early every day but Colin and Bennie drew us into the story of the African bush and we didn't want to miss a single second!

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Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Final morning game drive & next stop
Final morning game drive & next stop
South Africa

There are not enough enthusiastic words or phrases to describe every game drive at Monwana! As my sons put it, we "completely vibed" with Colin our guide and Bennie, our tracker. We loved everyone on the staff led by Robbie. The accomodations were simply stunning and the food was superb! It is worth the long flight to travel back to this lodge, truly one of my top life's experiences!

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Beagle Expeditions
Beagle Expeditions
Okavango Delta

We didn't fully understand the true adventure we signed up for but it was awesome! The wildlife viewing was astounding. The water hole was fascinating. We loved the nine mile walk from camp to camp. The food was delish and everyone worked so hard behind the scenes to make this experience spectacular and one of a kind from start to finish. It was wonderful to be completely disconnected in such a remote and special environment. Even though we were in tents, the bedding and comfort was incredible and I loved the hot shower (made with water heated over a fire) at the end of each day.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Flight of the Angels over Vic Falls
Flight of the Angels over Vic Falls
Victoria Falls

This was fun but I actually loved the views from Victoria Falls National Park even better than those from the helicopter.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Cape Peninsula & Penguins
Cape Peninsula & Penguins
South Africa

Our guide, Rochelle was amazing! Penguins are the cutest things and it's so much fun to watch them. Beautiful scenery!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Rochelle was so nice, helpful, knowledgeable and fun!
Transport
It was so nice not to worry about self-driving and just leave it to the experts!
Dusty Road Township Dinner Experience **highly recommended by our team
Dusty Road Township Dinner Experience **highly recommended by our team
Victoria Falls

The staff and owner were so nice and seems like they are doing such important work in their community. It was fun to try local food and drinks. Great atmosphere!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
They were so attentive and explained things so nicely.
Transport
The Beagle Food Experience
The Beagle Food Experience
Okavango Delta

I don't know how the Chef prepared such incredible meals over fires! Amazing!

Quality of Experience
Food
Delicious meals and snacks every day. It was fun coming together and talking with Ace and Jacob around the fire. Truly special experience.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Jacob, OT and the rest of the staff were so warm, welcoming and attentive. Service with big hearts and big smiles!
Transport
Beagle Expedition Continued
Beagle Expedition Continued
Okavango Delta

The 9 mile walk from camp to camp was one of our favorite days. Taking a long break for lunch, naps, reading and wildlife viewing in the middle of the day in "Paradise" was awesome.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Beagle Expeditions Camping Experience
Beagle Expeditions Camping Experience
Okavango Delta

The tents, bedding and bathroom exceeded our expectations. Everything was so comfortable and spacious. Even though there was no running water the staff made sure to help you feel like all your needs were met. It was incredible to be so close to the water hole and see the steady stream of animals come by. The elephant families were plentiful and entertaining. Very exciting to be immersed in nature like this.

Quality of Experience
Amazing down bedding kept us cozy during the chilly nights. The tents were clean and super comfortable.
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Sunset Cruise & Riverside Dinner
Sunset Cruise & Riverside Dinner
Victoria Falls

This was our favorite experience during our stay in Victoria Falls. We had a beautiful sunset and the crocodiles, hippos and birds were amazing to see. The drinks and snacks were delicious too. We ended up having a private Riverside Dinner and show. So much fun!

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Deborah Smook
Deborah
Deborah Smook
Local specialist in Cape Town | Replied on Jul 08, 2024

Hello Susan

Thank you from the bottom of my heart for writing such a detailed and raving review! I absolutely loved putting the trip together and planning what will work for everyone in your family. I know this trip was incredibly important to you.

I will be in touch on the kimkim platform as I would love to arrange a call and discuss your trip in more detail.

Deb

Move South Africa to the top of your list
South Africa | May 17 - Jun 2, 2024

Ann
Ann B.
Granbury, TX | Reviewed on Jun 03, 2024
I cannot thank the Wildr.Africa team enough for the trip of a lifetime. South Africa was exquisite! Beautiful topography, animals, interiors (!!), fabulous food and wine. I am thankful I found kimkim who connected me to a great team on the ground in my destination. There is literally no reason to pay a US front company when all the expertise comes from the local team. Anne Marie and her team were excellent communicators both via the app and via what’s app despite the time difference.... Read more

I cannot thank the Wildr.Africa team enough for the trip of a lifetime. South Africa was exquisite! Beautiful topography, animals, interiors (!!), fabulous food and wine.

I am thankful I found kimkim who connected me to a great team on the ground in my destination. There is literally no reason to pay a US front company when all the expertise comes from the local team.

Anne Marie and her team were excellent communicators both via the app and via what’s app despite the time difference. They kept the planning process moving and helped me make decisions without overwhelm.

They understood my priorities for the trip and worked within those parameters to create the perfect trip for us.

All drivers, guides, and accommodations were seamless, and they helped us work through any challenges that arose. We are so grateful!

Many fabulous people to mention:
Walkers beach: maya, jane
Robberg hike
Monkeyland
Peninsula tour
Earthstompers: Rachelle
Babylonstoren
La Cotte farm
Pearl valley golf and spa
Walkers plain: James, roan, Clarence, zoli
… and of course Debra, Anne- marie and Cornelia without whom none of this would have happened.

Local specialist: Anna-marie Mocke
Anna-marie
Anna-marie Mocke
Local specialist in Cape, Winelands | Replied on Jun 04, 2024

Hello Ann

Oh wow, thank you so much for the great review! It was absolutely lovely to work with you to plan this trip. It is travelers like you that make us love our jobs!

I am very happy that I got to meet you and the family in Franschhoek. You are such an amazing family. Hopefully you will be back one day.

Warm greetings
Anna-marie