Our bush experience at Buffalo Ridge Lodge in Madikwe was really wonderful. The information that you gave us was helpful and accurate. Your agent, Tamsyn Ford, was very efficient. We asked so many que... See more
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Great customer service from Specials4Africa and Tamsyn! We booked accommodation with game drives 2.5 years ago and because of COVID-19 travel restrictions had to postpone our visit twice. Tamsyn and h... See more
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Laticia Jethro gave excellent service with prompt and accurate feedback. I would certainly recommend Specials4Africa to other people. The staff at the Hoyo Hoyo Safari Lodge we visited also gave... See more
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I have two families who went to Pafuri tented camp and they both loved it. I called a few different travel agencies and went with Bernadette as she was most helpful. If I asked a question and she coul... See more
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Find a huge variety of accommodation specials in South Africa. We offer incredible rates, personalised service & a quick booking process!
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7966, Cape Town, South Africa
- specials4africa.com
4.9
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On my first attempt I could not finish the booking due to an error on the payment page. I tried again a couple of hours later and was successful. Before the second attempt I tried to communicate via What’s app but couldn’t get help because it was a weekend.
October 23, 2018
Unprompted review
Reply from Specials4Africa
Hi Busisiwe,
Thank you so much for taking a moment out of your day to share your thoughts and feedback with us. Thank you for making a second attempt to book with us online, we did have a temporary system error, which has since been resolved - we sincerely apologise for the inconvenience this may have caused.
We are happy to know that since chatting to our consultant, Tamsyn, you are excited and looking forward to your weekend away.
Kind regards,
The Specials4Africa Team
Great service and speedy responses.
Great service and speedy responses.
Thanks to a great team.
October 16, 2018
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Reply from Specials4Africa
Our absolute pleasure - thank you so much for taking a moment out of your day to drop us a line with your feedback.
Have a great day further,
Kind regards.
The Specials4Africa Team
Jenny and Tamsyn were great to work…
Jenny and Tamsyn were great to work with!
October 13, 2018
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Reply from Specials4Africa
Good morning Julie,
Thank you so much for your kind feedback - we are pleased to know our level of service met your expectations.
We hope to be of service to you again soon.
Kind regards,
The Specials4Africa Team
Great and efficient service
Great and efficient service. Feedback was almost instantaneous.
October 3, 2018
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Reply from Specials4Africa
Good morning,
Thank you so much for taking a moment to share your thoughts with us - we appreciate your kind feedback.
Have a great day further.
Kind regards,
The Specials4Africa Team
I recommend this company to everyone!
Quick to respond, professional in their interactions and excellent with their recommendations. Booking holiday getaways shouldn't be a chore - Specials4Africa make sure it's not. Thank you!!
October 2, 2018
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Reply from Specials4Africa
Hello KZN Traveller,
This is such a brilliant review, and it reflects everything we strive to accomplish as a travel company. We are so pleased that you found the process effortless and that you felt supported throughout your dealings with us.
We wish you a magical holiday experience and hope to be of assistance to you again in the future.
Kind regards,
The Specials4Africa Team
Tamsyn was very helpful from the time…
Tamsyn was very helpful from the time that my wife and i placed our enquiry.
Thank you we look forward to our stay at Mkuze Falls Game Lodge.
Kind regards,
Richard.
October 1, 2018
Unprompted review
Reply from Specials4Africa
Dear Richard
We appreciate your kind review and for taking the time to share it with us. We will be sure to share your positive feedback with Tamsyn and the rest of the team.
We hope you have a wonderful trip.
Kind regards
The Specials4Africa team.
Great service & follow up
October 1, 2018
Unprompted review
Reply from Specials4Africa
Dear Ray
We are thrilled to hear that you were satisfied with our service. Thank you for taking a moment to share your kind thoughts with us.
Wishing you an unforgettable adventure.
Kind regards
The Specials4Africa team
Tamsyn was super efficient
September 11, 2018
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Reply from Specials4Africa
Dear Trevor
Thanks for taking the time to share with us. We're pleased that you were satisfied with our service. We'll be sure to share your kind words with Tasmyn and the rest of the team.
Wishing you an amazing safari experience.
Kind regards
The Specials4Africa team
I found the service excellent
I found the service excellent, I will be using your service in the future, just waiting for my voucher, not sure how long after you pay that you get the voucher, otherwise no problems at all.
thanks
Gillian
September 10, 2018
Unprompted review
Reply from Specials4Africa
Dear Gillian
Thank you for your kind feedback. We'd be more than happy to facilitate your dream getaway once more!
With regards to your voucher, it has been sent to you via email and will be with you shortly.
Wishing you a wonderful trip.
Kind regards
The Specials4Africa team
Excellent service
Excellent service. Very efficient and professional.
September 7, 2018
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Reply from Specials4Africa
Dear Danesh
Thank you so much for taking a moment to share your thoughts on your booking experience. We're pleased to hear that you were satisfied with our service.
Kind regards
The Specials4Africa team
Exceptional service from Tamsyn.
September 4, 2018
Unprompted review
Reply from Specials4Africa
Good day
Thank you so much for your kind feedback. We're glad that you enjoyed the level of service you received from us.
We will certainly pass on your kind words to Tamsyn and the rest of the team.
We wish you a wonderful time on safari!
Kind regards
The Specials4Africa Team
Quick and thorough response to the…
Quick and thorough response to the questions and making the booking. Thanks you... fantastic service!!!
August 29, 2018
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Reply from Specials4Africa
Hi Mike,
Thank you for your kind review of the service you received from us here at Specials4Africa - we are glad to have met your expectations.
We hope to assist you in booking another holiday in the future.
Kind regards,
The Specials4Africa Team
Great service I’m very happy
August 24, 2018
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Reply from Specials4Africa
Thank you so much for your positive review - we are pleased to know you were satisfied with the service you received from us!
Kind regards,
The Specials4Africa Team
VERY HAPPY WITH THE RESERVATIONS…
VERY HAPPY WITH THE RESERVATIONS FRIENDLY AND FAST
August 23, 2018
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Reply from Specials4Africa
Hi Vanessa,
We are delighted to know that you were satisfied with the level of service provided during the booking process.
We wish you an incredible adventure.
Kind regards,
The Specials4Africa Team
Tamsyn was very helpful and had fast…
Tamsyn was very helpful and had fast responses. She was more than happy to cater for several changes. Would highly recommend.
August 3, 2018
Unprompted review
Reply from Specials4Africa
Hello,
Thank you for your kind review as well as your recommendation of Specials4Africa - we appreciate you taking time out of your day.
We hope you have a wonderful holiday and hope to assist you again soon.
Kind regards,
The Specials4Africa Team
Just a huge shout out to Tamsyn
Just a huge shout out to Tamsyn, this is the second time she has handled our booking, and was great as always.
Thanks Tamsyn
August 3, 2018
Unprompted review
Reply from Specials4Africa
Good afternoon,
Thank you so much for setting aside some time to share your thoughts on the booking process, as well as your kind words of appreciation for Tamsyn's service. We are so happy to know that this is not the first, but the second time you have been successfully assisted by the team at Specials4Africa.
We wish you an incredible safari experience and hope to assist you for the third time in the near future.
Kind regards,
The Specials4Africa Team
Speedy and friendly service
July 23, 2018
Unprompted review
Reply from Specials4Africa
Hi Derek,
Thank you for taking a moment out of your day to share your thoughts with us - we are delighted to learn that you were satisfied with the service you received from us here at Specials4Africa.
Wishing you a wonderful safari experience.
Kind regards,
The Specials4Africa Team
One of my best
Definitely one of my best, most hassle-free booking experiences to date!
July 19, 2018
Unprompted review
Reply from Specials4Africa
Hi Maryke,
Fantastic, that is precisely what we like to hear! Thank you so much for taking a moment out of your day to share your thoughts with us!
We wish you a wonderful time away!
Kind regards,
The Specials4Africa Team
Reply from Specials4Africa
This a brilliant review for us to receive - thank you so much for taking a moment out of your day to share your thoughts with us!
Wishing you a beautiful day further.
Kind regards,
The Specials4Africa Team
Very Effecient Response
The immediate response to enquiry was
Very commendable
July 11, 2018
Unprompted review
Reply from Specials4Africa
Hello Lin,
Thank you for your positive feedback - we will share your thoughts with our team!
Have a great day further,
Kind regards,
The Specials4Africa Team
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