South Africa Highlights & Safari Reviews

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“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.”

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Posted 9 years ago

“Great trip with a good cost.”

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Posted 9 years ago

“The South Africa tour was incredible, and so all-encompassing. Our tour guide, Jeremy, was THE BEST. EVER. He was so knowledgable and passionate about what he does. I could not recommend it more highly.”

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Posted 9 years ago

“TOUR DIRECTOR RON MCGREGOR WAS THE BEST I HAVE HAD IN ALL MY TRAVELS. THE TOUR WAS AN INTELLECTUAL FEAST. WE SAW SO MUCH OF THE COUNTRY AND I LEARNED MORE THAN I EVER ANTICIPATED. I SUGGEST THAT PARTICIPANTS TAKE ADVANTAGE OF ALL THE OPTIONAL TOURS AS I FELT THEY WERE WELL WORTH THE EXTRA COST. THIS TRIP FAR EXCEED MY EXPECTATIONS AND DESIRES.”

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Posted 9 years ago

“This was the fourth Smartour I've taken, and one of many over the years. Our tour guide Jeremy was the BEST! His knowledge of South Africa was incredible. The entire tour was well organized. The hotels were great, the optional tours very informative and the itinerary included all the highlights. Victoria Falls extension was also very worth the additional expense.”

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Posted 9 years ago

“This tour went way beyond my expectations for its ability to present all levels of society in South Africa. The excursions that were included were enhanced by additional excursion opportunities to learn more about low, middle, and upper classes. Our tour guide was provided intelligent insights and was an excellent story-teller in sharing about the history and dynamics of the various people and cultures inhabiting the country. I am now reading his book (Ron McGregor) and reliving my tour again. I am pleased to have made this investment.”

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Posted 9 years ago