Reviews of trips to Knysna | Garden Route

"Another very successful trip to Africa. It was all a very interesting experience but it was so different from the Africa of further north with which we are very familiar.

We enjoyed everything, but the one thing that stands out is the charm, the efficiency and the helpfulness of all the staff everywhere. Well done South Africa! Come here and teach us a lesson.

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well done Tracy keep up the good work !" Read full review: 31 nights in Africa; 21 on a South Africa trip

"This was a special trip and it surpassed expectations. It was full on, as so much to see and do .Thoroughly enjoyed all four locations we went to . They were all very different but each was great in its own way with the highlight being the safari.

We also did our homework on restaurants before we went so had some truly excellent meals at places such as the Pot Luck Club and Foxcroft in Cape Town , La Petite Ferme in the winelanda and the Olive Tree in Knysna These were all booked in advance

Also booked a really enjoyable wine tour around some of the lesser known estates.

As you will have seen Oude Werf was a bit of a disappointment especially when compared to the other establishments we visited but Stellenbosch itself was really chilled and had a great lunch there as well.

All in all the holiday was superb and many thanks to Tracy for being so helpful in making the arrangements.

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Greatly valued the ability to chat things through rather than simply relying on email. Perhaps some additional info about parking availability at the hotels woyld be useful-there were no problems but when arrivibg at a new destination worth knowing in advance what to expect eg at Oude Werf you had to find a place to stop near the hotel or drive to the gates so they could then do the valet parking. At Phantom Lodge you leave your car at their secure outdoor car park at the bottom and then are driven up and down between the lodge and your car." Read full review: 13 nights in Africa; 7 on a South Africa trip

"Apart from the hiccup at Storms River this holiday was absolutely perfect for us. Interesting places to see and excellent accommodation. We do love the contrasts that Tracy gave us.

We fell in love with South Africa, its people, its food and of course that absolutely glorious weather.

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No, we really like this company and will be back!" Read full review: 21 nights in Africa; 14 on a South Africa trip

"Our trip was brilliant. We were really pleased with the accommodation choices that Expert Africa suggested and the trip all went extremely smoothly. We'd love to go back!

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Perhaps in the informatino you provide before the trip, you could provide a bit more detail about restaurant and activity ideas in each area." Read full review: 12 nights in Africa; 10 on a South Africa trip

"Most places we visited were repeat visits and little had changed.

The one new venue was Babylonstoren, which was far more commercialised than we were anticipating. It's probably more geared towards younger people. It definitely is not suitable for the disabled. However, we have not heard or seen a single negative comment about it. so it presumably comes down to personal preference.

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As far as we are concerned, no improvements needed!" Read full review: 16 nights in Africa; 11 on a South Africa trip

"All very enjoyable with a very high standard of accommodation and food. It was meticulously organised by Tracy, who is really professional.

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Keep it up! Our next trip is already booked..............." Read full review: 14 nights in Africa; 6 on a South Africa trip

"We still wish to return for another visit. Everyone was friendly and helpful. We never felt threatened." Read full review: 26 nights in Africa; 12 on a South Africa trip