The Travel Advisor

24/10/2024

No need for a sprinker system when you have an Elephant.


MalaMala Game Reserve

16/10/2024

Missed flights, not a problem....we will assist you as best as possible.

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Thanks again for all of your help. It was an AMAZING trip.

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02/10/2024

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Thank you for putting together a wonderful trip. Everything went as planned and all the drivers/guides were great. Victoria Falls was beautiful. It was a very long walk but well worth it. The Boma Dinner and Drum Show was so fun. I especially liked having lunch with the local lady and her daughter.....

30/09/2024

Penguins enriching Cape Town’s beaches !!

The Boulders penguin colony is a group of African Penguins, who were once a critically endangered species due to the harvesting of penguin eggs and commercial fishing in nearby False Bay along the Cape Peninsula.

Would you love to visit Boulders Beach and meet the penguins up close?



Shoutout to the amazing creators

📍 Boulders Beach, Cape Town, South Africa

13/09/2024

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We absolutely LOVED it and appreciate all you did to help us. Another happy traveller...

We have just returned today and we cannot thank you enough for all your help in planning this once in a lifetime vacation! We absolutely LOVED it and appreciate all you did to help us. Moremi and Botswana - hands down this was the better of the two safaris based the number of animals we saw. We

11/09/2024

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Bianca is on a roll..... another happy traveller.

Our trip was amazing — Thanks Bianca for the help in setting it up. We really liked the restaurant at La Splendida and the guided tour around the Cape peninsula (with Paradise Touring) was terrific. The safari and lodge were the highlights of the trip, however, Arathusa was top notch— the facili...

03/09/2024

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The Travel Advisor did an outstanding job planning our three week vacation and safari through South Africa, Namibia and Zimbabwe

The Travel Advisor did an outstanding job planning our three week vacation and safari through South Africa, Namibia and Zimbabwe. Natalie Russell was patiently working with us through a number of iterations. Selected lodges and hotels were immaculate. Service in each lodge was second to none. Activi...

01/09/2024

Leopard Hill guests can look forward to new life bursting forth in every corner of the Sabi Sand - from green growth to baby animals.

Daily temperatures are slowly on the rise, averaging around the mid-twenties (°C) at noon.



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29/08/2024

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Bianca shines once more.... Another happy traveller.

We had such a great trip! Bianca did a fantastic job setting everything up-it went very smoothly! We loved the Marly hotel-it was very comfortable and beautiful. It was in a great location next to several very good restaurants. I would add Bo Vine to your list of recommended restaurants in Cape Town...

23/08/2024

A newborn giraffe calf

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08/08/2024

Thank you for your lovely feedback. We wish to welcome you back to South Africa or alternative destination in the near future.

I can hardly put into words what a spectacular time we had. Truly the most amazing experience. We cannot thank you enough for planning the perfect trip. The accommodations were so beautiful. We loved the location of the Queen Victoria Hotel and that we could easily walk over the waterfront and exper...

02/08/2024

Escape to a world of safari luxury at Leopard Hills, where nature meets decadent living.

Lavish suites feature show-stopping bushveld views, stylish décor, private plunge pools and more.

22/07/2024

Witnessing the beauty of the great migration from a Serengeti Balloon Safaris hot air balloon in Serengeti National Park is an awe-inspiring experience. The park’s vast savannahs become a stage for millions of wildebeest, zebras, and other wildlife.



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13/07/2024

Your African Safari...
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02/07/2024

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Another Happy Traveller...

The trip was fabulous and everything ran very smoothly. I appreciate all your help and thank you so much for the lovely sparkling wine and snacks. They were fantastic. The trip was great. The following gives some details: Commodore Hotel in Cape Town- location and hotel were fantastic. The breakfast...

28/06/2024

Unusual harbour visitor in Cape Town, South Africa

You’ll be surprised by the variety of wildlife one may spot while visiting the V&A Waterfront: whales, dolphins, seals, otters, sunfish and seabirds.

20/06/2024

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Read our Traveller Reviews and make your African Dream Trip a Reality...

https://www.thetraveladvisor.co.za/the-roar-of-a-lion-the-call-of-the-wild-the-adventure-of-a-lifetime/

14/06/2024

Island stories...

05/06/2024

Get ready for a breathtaking journey over Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe! Experience the awe-inspiring beauty from above.

04/06/2024

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Thank you so much for all your planning and support- the trip was fantastic and all of your recommendations were great!! The Oyster Box was relaxing and luxurious and was a great way to unwind and relax at the end of our journey. 5-star vacation all the way!! The guide Lucy and driver Nathan in Cape Town were spectacular, as was Camp George and our Safari guide Julius. Thank you for all you do to make vacations exciting and exceptional!!!
Sincerely,
Margaret and Rob💕👍

21/05/2024

The Great Migration transcends the Mara River’s dramatic crossings, unveiling its magic across the vast Serengeti plains.

From January to May, in the South Serengeti, thousands of wildebeests and zebras form a grand procession. Their hooves create a rhythm on the savanna, weaving a tapestry of movement and sound.

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20/05/2024

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What a trip! A beautiful and exciting city, wonderful wines, outstanding food, and two great game reserves!

We both feel this trip to South Africa was one of the best travel experiences we have ever had.

We had long thought about returning to Africa and to South Africa in particular because the idea of having some time in the cities, the wine country and safari appealed to us. We had been to Kenya twice and Tanzania many years ago. More recently Rick spent 3 weeks in Namibia on a photography trip. Somehow, we never put a trip into action to go to South Africa. When Leslie and Newell told us about the trip you had planned with them it sounded perfect. And it was!

We enjoyed Cape Town very much. The Queen Victoria was a great choice of hotel. It is quiet, comfortable and expertly staffed. The location is great. There are many wonderful restaurants in Cape Town and we sampled quite a few. The Hotel restaurant is also very good. We couldn’t have been happier and would readily stay there again. In Cape Town we spent a great morning on Table Mountain. A highlight was exploring the Bo-Kapp area and enjoying a wonderful Cape Malay lunch. This had a special interest for Wanda and I because we lived in Southeast Asia for seven years and were immersed in the Malay, Indonesian and South Indian cultures, as well as Chinese. The Cape Tour filled a wonderful day. Our driver/guide was excellent, personable, very knowledgeable and a pleasure to be with. Cape Town is a remarkable city and we would happily return as we could barely scratch the surface. It has everything – cuisine, cultures, art, music, beauty and lovely people.
I cannot think of enough superlatives for the wine country visit.

We are wine enthusiasts and have made several trips over the years to the wine country in the US. Rick extended a business trip to enjoy the wine country in Australia. South Africa’s wine region is wonderful. It is very scenic and beautiful and the hospitality is great. What set this trip apart was our guide, Martin Stevens. Growing up in Stellenbosch, earning a degree in the wine business and serving as winemaker for many years certainly qualifies him. There was no question he couldn’t answer about the area, the wines, the viticulture and life in the region. The wineries were beautiful and the wines themselves of course were outstanding. A favorite winery was a small farm called Mitre’s Edge. A family operation with a personal vision about wines and winemaking, this was very special. I have a case of their wine on the way! The Macaron Guest House was very good. Our room was spacious and comfortable, the location is great, the breakfast excellent.

The two game reserves were great choices, Lalibella is set in the Cape, with rolling green hills. The lodge was great, excellent rooms, excellent dining and very scenic. What really elevated this experience was our driver/guide Ashley. Very personable and helpful, his knowledge and experience made every game drive an education. He has been at Lalibella for 15 years and he is responsible for training all of their guides. He has been nominated to the South Africa Guide of the Year Awards from the East Cape Province.

Madikwe’s setting of arid, red earth and scrub Acacia makes quite a contrast to Lalibella. Kopano Lodge is outstanding in every way – design and architecture, excellent rooms and a truly skilled and delightful staff. Dining was 5 star. Chef Tony is very creative and talented. He was outstanding at weaving in various culinary influences and we were treated to some amazing flavours and presentations. Once again, the experience was made outstanding by our driver/guide Brendin. Warm and friendly and vastly knowledgeable, every drive was fun, exciting and very educational.

Our internal flights were also very good. AirLink exceeded expectations with a professional operation and staff. And meal service even on a one-hour flight. You will not find this in the US anymore. Federal Air also did an impressive job. Their terminal at Johannesburg was welcoming and comfortable. Their luggage storage worked great. Efficient and professional people.

What a trip! A beautiful and exciting city, wonderful wines, outstanding food, and two great game reserves. It all went smoothly and every day was a joy.

Thank you, Natalie, for everything.

Mr/s Workman
(Travelled May 2024)

18/05/2024

Think Mauritius is only good for a beach holiday? Wrong!

The adventure of a lifetime is calling!
1. Visit the Chamarel 7 Coloured Earth Geopark
2. Fly over the 'underwater waterfall'
3. Discover the island's best beaches
4. Watch some of the most jaw-dropping sunsets
5. Eat local





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