Wait A Little - South Africa

Big Five Safari

5 star rating   18 June 2023

Mary who has been on 14 In The Saddle rides. Super Big Five Safari | Wait a Little, Gerti and Philip were the perfect hosts backed up by an amazing team of people to help us with the horses.
I rode three different horses, my favourites being Ice and Miguel. They were forward going but totally controllable at all paces.
The experience with the game was unsurpassed and we got very close without the horses spooking.
Accommodation at Wait A Little was great as were the meals. At the other camp, Xi Dulu, we stayed in an amazing lodge.
Food was top notch, freshly cooked and well presented.
I would highly recommend this experience.

[Abbie from ITS replies: Thank you for your feedback. We're thrilled that you enjoyed your Big Five Safari].


The Riding

How well were you matched with the right horse for your ability?
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How would you rate the variety of riding, pace or terrain?
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How would you rate the overall standard of the horses, tack and stables?
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The Accommodation

How would you rate your room(s) for comfort and facilities?
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How would you rate the standard of the food?
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Do you have any comments about the accommodation and food?

Good for meat eaters.


Before Your Holiday

Did you have all of the information you needed to:

Plan and prepare for your holiday?
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Feel comfortable about your transfers and what to expect?
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How could we improve the quality of pre-holiday information that we send?

I think in future the pick ups need to be confirmed with the contractor. As mentioned at Hoedspruit the operator was unaware of my pick up but thankfully there were others on the flight.

I’d also suggest you stress the need for warm clothes - ie polartec, fleece etc. Very cold at night in July.

[Abbie from ITS replies: Thank you for your feedback. We are sorry to hear of the mix-up with your arrival transfer and are looking into what went wrong.

Our detailed and tailored Packing Lists include typical temperatures based on the timing of your visit, but I am sorry to hear that you felt cold in the evenings].