ABOUT
US
WILDLIFE Safaris is an independent Tour Operator specializing in small group safaris to Kruger National Park.
The company was established in 1971 and is a founder member of the SA Tourism Services Association (SATSA). Our tours are planned to suit clients looking for a comfortable standard of transport and accommodation together with an informative guide and successful Big 5 game viewing. Accordingly, prices are mid-range with personalised service and value for money.
We
advertise a variety of overland tours,
but the 3 and 4 day safaris
departing from Johannesburg or Pretoria
to Greater Kruger National Park are our
core product and these can be adapted to
suit different clients including individual
travellers, couples and families.
Larger groups such as conference delegates, sports teams, travel clubs or humanitarian groups are also welcome and we would use a luxury coach for the overland journey, then open safari vehicles for game drives.
We
are based in Randburg , north-west of Johannesburg
CBD . Our office staff are on hand nearly
every day to answer enquiries from overseas
and assist with reservations .
Below is a list of Management and Staff who may contribute to the success of your Safari
Christine is in the Marketing and Sales department and deals with many of the Internet bookings. She has travelled widely in UK, Europe,US and Australia and enjoys planning holidays for clients. However as a qualified guide she combines a love of the bush with an extensive knowledge of animal and birdlife in Kruger Park. Her main interests are travelling and meeting people.
Nik is our chief guide and has been conducting tours to Kruger Park and other top safari destinations since 1976. His natural good looks, charm and cheerful manner make him a favourite with the tourists. He is a Specialist guide and has studied the habits of the wild animals in great detail so that he can make his tours exciting. Nik is a very keen cyclist and passionate about health and fitness.
Patti is your hostess at Waybury House and offers a very friendly welcome to visitors before and after tours. She joined the Company in 1986 and has many years experience in the hospitality industry. She is also a Specialist Kruger Park guide which she continues to do part time and pursue her interest in animals.
Mzondeni
Dlamini ( Bethwell ) from Zululand
is responsible for cleaning the microbuses
and basic maintenance. He is totally
dedicated to his work and has a keen
eye for any mechanical problems which
he
then fixes
if possible. This kind of support often
prevents disruption to tours whilst in
Kruger Park and provides peace of mind
for the driver / guides who cover long
distances. He is married to Lydia and they
have 5 children growing up in his homeland
south of Durban . The introduction of
mobile phones changed his life completely
and enables him to keep in touch with
the family.
Cathrina
is a member of the staff at our depot. In addition to domestic duties including cooking meals, she is responsible for routine office work & filing.
She is devoted to her family, especially the children & is looking forward to her new home in Honeydew.
Our Guides are all registered, experienced in eco-tourism and work mainly for our company. They are used to dealing with overseas visitors and foreign languages. They are chosen because of a keen interest in Kruger Park and other safari destinations as well
as good driving skills. Photos which appear on this website have mainly been supplied by our own guides and taken whilst on tour.
Clive Alborough is a qualified Chatered Accountant who decided to swop the city life for the freedom of the country and Kruger Park. He certainly strives to find the most Big Five sightings for his guests and has a very friendly relationship with many other tour guides so that he hears about all the latest “kills” and any leopards in trees . He enjoys the interaction with overseas visitors and will delight in recounting the highlights of the day’s game drives over dinner at night.
Anthony Hawell ( Hoppie ) has been described as a real gent who takes great care of his passengers. He is an ex-fireman and fortunately for the rest of us , a very useful mechanic. He has had many years experience as a Field Guide and obviously enjoys imparting his knowledge of the animals and environment to overseas tourists. One of his hobbies is photography, so I am sure he can give you some good tips on wildlife shots to take home.
Mark Penney joined our team as a highly qualified nature and culture guide. He has several years experience working as a Field Guide in Madikwe and Pilanesberg in north-west province. He has completed various courses on birds and belongs to Bird Life SA . He obviously has a keen interest in many aspects of conservation which he is pleased to discuss with passengers. In addition, he has experience in managing private lodges and hotels.
Liese has a very wide expereince guiding to most of the game reserves in the northern part of our country . She is a Field Guide and registered culture guide who is particularly suited to families . She decided to take a course in German and often deals with our groups from central Europe. She frequently plans picnics in the bush for her guests and so they appreciate a close encounter with nature. Apart from her work, Liese is keen on running and physical fitness .
Click here to read letters
of appreciation from those who
have been on our tours.
