Personal & Genuine African Safaris
Siya Phambile Expeditions
- Located In:
- Size:
- 1-5 employees (Founded in 2016)
- Member Of:
- Southern Africa Tourism Services Association
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $264 to $15,811 per person per day (MXN, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
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Email Thanos | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Very friendly, highly motivated and knowledgable
Already during our written communication prior to the trip, Benjamin was responding very quickly to our requests adjusting the schedule to our wishes but also giving us his useful recommendations. Having booked with Siya Phambile our 4 nights tour in Kruger National Park removed any stress and hustle about planning (routes to take, accommodation, vehicle rental, etc.).
During the trip, Benjamin was patient to answer all our questions, also related to South Africa in general (as this was our first time there) and eager to drive us for hours around the park to watch the animals for as long as we pleased. Also he shared some of his books he had in the car, so that we could study a bit more about the animals and their behaviors.
Our vehicle (Toyota SUV) was comfortable and in a good state and Benjamin was a very careful driver.
Another important point is that Benjamin was always punctual on our appointments, be it early morning waking ups or evening dinners.
Next time we visit South Africa we will meet again for trips in Kgalagadi desert or elsewhere!
FR
Our best expedition ever
We are a fairly fit elderly couple who really wanted a real 'bush' experience without staying in 5* lodges all the time.
We got it! Well done Benjamin! You gave us an experience to cherish for a life-time. We also appreciate every time you went the 'extra mile' on a game drive to see something special or the lovely meals in the bush. Really enjoyed your company and nice evenings around the fire with Scott your assistant.
Your selection of the itinerary, mixing it up with camping( nice tents and quality stretchers!) and then a day of two in luxury accommodation in between,
was on target- thank you! We spent two weeks in your company and enjoyed every day of it.
We can really recommend Benjamin and his tailor-made expeditions!! We thought great value for money.
GR
Email Georgios | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Benjamin is incredibly knowledgeable, helpful, and friendly companion
I recently went on a safari trip in South Africa, exploring Kruger, Hlane, iMfolozi, iSimangaliso National Parks, as well as a short stay in St Lucia.
Our guide Benjamin was simply exceptional - passionate, helpful, and incredibly friendly.
His expertise in the African wilderness, coupled with his genuine passion for wildlife, made for a memorable and fun 15 day adventure.
The prices were quite reasonable, in fact we didn't expect the kind of service provided at this price ooint.
I strongly recommend Siya Phambile Expeditions to anyone seeking an extraordinary safari adventure that is both educational and immensely enjoyable.
Email Patrick O'Connor | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Exceeded expectations
Just returned home from two fantastic weeks in Africa. Benji, the tour owner, did a fantastic job organizing our itinerary and addressing all of our individual requests and needs. We had an exhilarating schedule that allowed us to see so much of Africa. We began with 5 days in Cape Town and the lower portion of South Africa, then flew to Zimbabwe to do a couple days Safari in chobe National Park, flew to see Bryce canyon and the beautiful landscape around there. Then on to Kruger for 5 days of Safari and finally to Johannesburg to end our trip. As I am a wheelchair user, Benji did a great job with all our accommodations and travel plans. We saw everything we wanted to see and much more. Thanks again Benji for a once in a lifetime bucket list trick.
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Email Luciana Boccia | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Traveling with Siya Phambile Expeditions was wonderful and everything was perfect.
I couldn't have made a better choice, traveling with Siya Phambile Expeditions was wonderful. Everything went according to plan, incredible accommodations and sensational tours. Our guide, Benjamin, is great, super kind, attentive and knows a lot about what he does and best of all, he is an excellent Chef. I really liked the flexibility, at times our itinerary needed or we wanted to make some arrangements and, that was ok!!!!!!! It was a dream trip! Thank you Siya Phambile Expeditions!
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Email Catia di Stasi | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Exceeded my expectations in quality of service, itinerary and reliability!
Benjamin is an extraordinary guide and human being. He took care of every detail of the trip and provided an excellent service before and during the tour. The trip to South Africa, Zimbabwe and Botswana has been memorable with the best choices for the itinerary, hotels and attractions. Very patient and flexible always trying to meet our needs and exceed our expectations.
Email John W. | 65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Personal service, flexible, knowledgeable expert, we saw all of the Big Five in one day.e day
This is a small but excellent company run by Ben who is also chief guide. Very knowledgeable both prior to and on safari proving a personal and flexible service. We only spent 4 days with him in Southern Kruger but impressive. Able to vary what we did because of weather and delivered on Big Five and many more animals and birds. Ben accompanied us and led our game drives but also arranged game walks and night drives with Park rangers. Obviously has a wealth of experience in Kruger, knows it extremely well, but also appeared to be very capable in Botswana, Vic Falls and elsewhere. We highly recommend Ben to anyone for small or large private parties.
Email Jennifer | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
He is engaging, knowledgeable, thorough and he loves what he does.
Benjamin was very thorough in the planning of our entire trip. He added an extra city we wanted to see and found an excellent guide that met all of our expectations. He accommodated every request and made sure we were taken care of in every way, including making some of our meals. He was just as excited to see the sites of Johannesburg and the animals in the bush as we were. He has a sharp eye and spotted many of the animals before we did. He is very knowledgeable of the plants, animals and insects of the bush. I highly recommend him, especially if you have a special request and want your tour to be more than just your regular safari.
Email Gary and Elva | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Benjamin was everything we could have wished for as a tour guide and companion on our journey
Our 18-day tour was fantastic! Siya Phambile has earned our highest praise for the location’s chosen, the amount of animals that we saw, Benjamin’s knowledge and identification of animals, insects and plants and even his culinary abilities. Benjamin went above and beyond to make sure we enjoyed everything. We definitely felt we got our money’s worth. We would highly recommend Siya Phambile to anyone wanting to take a memorable safari experience.
An unforgettable, personalized safari experience with Benjamin
What makes the Siya Phambile Expeditions so special is that there’s no set itinerary when you begin planning your safari with Benjamin. He takes the time to listen to your expectations, understand your budget, and suggest destinations that you might want to explore. You can also ask him to handle all the logistics, from meals to accommodations. We even requested airport transfers, and he took care of everything seamlessly. This was, without a doubt, the most carefree vacation I've ever had—everything was organized, and we didn’t have to worry about a thing. Benjamin took care of it all.
As for the safari experience itself, it was truly unforgettable. We saw an incredible variety of wildlife, and Benjamin’s knowledge made the experience even richer. He always knew the best spots to view the animals, and his "bionic" eye could spot wildlife from a remarkable distance. He provided us with snacks, water, and binoculars, ensuring that we were comfortable and prepared throughout the journey.
In addition, Benjamin's passion for nature and his deep connection to the land made this experience even more special. His enthusiasm was contagious, and we often found ourselves captivated not just by the animals, but by his stories and insights into the ecosystem.
I’ve already recommended Benjamin to my friends and family for their safaris in South Africa, and I’m seriously considering returning in a couple of years to relive this incredible experience all over again.