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Elephant Herd Tours & Safaris
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- Size:
- 5-10 employees (Founded in 2000)
- Member Of:
- SATSA & MISA
- Tour Types:
- Customizable private tours and fixed group tours
- Destinations:
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SZZAZW
- Price Range:
- $1,321 to $26,421 ppper person per day (MXN, excl. int'l flights)
for a custom tour
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Reviews
Email Steve | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Best possible safari experience
My friend and I contacted elephant herd to plan a 5 day safari trip with only about 4 weeks of notice. We specifically requested a quote from elephant herd because they limit occupants in the safari vehicle to 6. As it turns out this matters quite a bit in how easy it is to photograph animals and how quickly you can move through the park. If you’re considering a safari with greater than 6 I would advise against it.
Every human interaction I had from the time of requesting the quote was phenomenal. Brendon planned and arranged everything for us, including van transfers from JNB and back, and he gave us a taste of both Kruger National Park and a private reserve called Karongwe which is a few hours north of Hazyview. Brendon even took us to and from dinner both nights we were in Hazyview. Our safari experience in Kruger was perfect. We did a sunset safari on our first evening , followed by a full day safari the next day, and a super epic morning safari on our third day. We were fortunate enough to have Keegan as our guide on the 6 person full day safari. That was so enjoyable that we requested him as our guide for the morning safari with only my friend and I in the truck. So we basically ended up with a private safari for 5 hours, during which we saw all the big 5, plus a honey badger, plus a rare glimpse of wild dogs getting chased away from a kill by a lion! And this is during a time of year (November) when it’s typically more difficult to spot wildlife. Keegan has a wealth of knowledge about the animals and plants in Kruger which was both interesting and helpful in locating the animals we wanted to see. I would absolutely recommend Elephant Herd for safari bookings based on the quality of the safari experience and the high level of customer service. Many thanks to Brendon, Keegan, and Big Ray!
Email Alex | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Passionate, very experienced and a great guy!
Martin was exceptional!
His knowledge on all the animals was amazing and is such a great guy. We could not have a better person taking our family on this wonderful experience. Highly recommend going out with him on an experience you will never forget in the wonderful Kruger Park.
Thank you Martin.
Email Lindy, London | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
An awesome day and a must do experience
This drive in the Kruger was the highlight of our time in South Africa. Picked up at our hotel very early in the morning by Keegan, our guide. We were so lucky and saw so much. Keegan is so knowledgeable on the animals, birds and plants and shared it all with us. His love for all wildlife is so genuine and just wonderful to be around. I don't know how he did it but he could spot the wildlife from afar, even seeing a cobra snake striking at a bird on the roadside, sad but incredible to see how nature is. It's a must to do this drive with these guys. Keegan also had great recommendations of places to go around Hazyview. Over and above our expectations for the day and memories that will last forever
FR
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Still can't comprehend what we saw
The African bush blew us away. Marc was our guide, a man with a wealth of information, patience beyond his years of experience and, well, just WOW.
Elephant Herd Tours and Safaris stated that they only use dedicated professional guides. You forgot to mention Passionate.
Thanks guys, you made our journey so enjoyable.
IN
35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Passionate and enthusiastic
Martin's passion and enthusiasm made our game drive even more memorable. We couldn't have asked for a better guide! We definitely recommend Elephant Herd Tours!
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Amazing
Our guide Marc was Out of Africa- amazing, awesome, person with a passion that overflowed. He went the extra mile for us, showing us what African bush is all about. Thanks Marc. Next time put a GPS on the elusive Leopard we missed.
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Will come again
Vast information on all the animals, as well as on all the unbelievable birds in the vicinity. Our guide Marc kept us all interested, involving the children at all times where possible. We are going to miss the African bush and the experience, but we will be back.
Email Neil | 65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
He was very knowledgeable and interesting
The pick up was prompt and the much-needed arm blankets were provided for the cold, early morning drive. Our driver was very polite and had a good knowledge of the park and the animals. He kept in contact with other game drivers/rangers to find out where the best game was located so we could get excellent viewing. By 09h30, we had seen Lion, elephant, buffalo, Leopard and just some very distant Rhino and plenty f Giraffe,Zebra, a set of just born hyenas and plenty of impalas.
Only negative was that we returned mid-afternoon and I think other game drives continued till closing of gates
DE
Email R. and P. Buchwald | 65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Our operator was professional, friendly and helpful.
The tour was what we had expected. We were picked up on time at our hotel in a comfortable safari vehicle. We always felt safe during the complete tour. The tour guide answered all our questions and pointed out wildlife we would not have spotted on our own. All in all we were happy that we had booked a tour with Elephant Herd Tours Safaris and would do so again.
BE
Email Nollet Family | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
High flexibility
Very organised company an very flexible adapting to our wishes and needs.
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