Wild Wings Safaris Wins Tripadvisor Travellers' Choice Award 2025
We are deeply honoured to announce that Wild Wings Safaris has been awarded the TripAdvisor Travellers' Choice Award 2025. This recognition places us among the top 10% of things to do worldwide, based on the reviews and ratings of travellers over the past year.
For a small, owner-run company like ours, this award is about more than just rankings. It's a heartfelt reminder of why we do what we do: to create unforgettable safaris, forge lasting friendships, and share the magic of Africa with the world.
A Heartfelt Thank You to Our Guests
Thank you to our guests
This award wouldn't exist without you—our guests. Every review, every shared story, every "wow" moment you've described has contributed to this recognition. Whether it was spotting the Big 5 in Kruger, laughing around a starlit braai, or enjoying a home-cooked bush meal, your experiences are what inspire us to keep raising the bar.
Recent guest feedback says it best:
We saw the Big 5 on numerous occasions… Our guide was incredible—friendly, funny, and so knowledgeable. His enthusiasm and warmth really came through. It was a 10/10 experience—thank you, Wild Wings.
Seeing Kruger was one of the best experiences of our trip, but nothing could've made it more special than having Rufus as our guide. His expertise and hospitality were outstanding. We cannot recommend him enough.
We are humbled by your trust and grateful for every person who chose us to be part of their African adventure.
Want to hear more? Don't just take our word for it — see what other travellers have shared about their Wild Wings experience.
Celebrating Our Hardworking Team
Behind every great safari is a team that cares deeply. From the very first email, our safari specialists are with you every step of the way — listening, advising, arranging transfers, and checking in after your trip to hear how it went.
Our guides bring the bush to life with passion and knowledge, while our trusted partners — from lodges to transfer teams — share the same dedication and love for Africa that we do. Together, we aim to make every journey seamless, meaningful, and full of magic.
This award belongs to our team. Our safari specialists and guides are the true stars — the reason we receive such glowing reviews, and the heartbeat behind every unforgettable trip. This recognition is theirs as much as it is ours.
Why This Award Matters
The TripAdvisor Travellers' Choice Award isn't given lightly. Unlike industry awards that rely on paid submissions or panels, it is based entirely on real guest reviews and consistent excellence. That's what makes this recognition so special: it reflects authentic experiences and genuine satisfaction.
To be named among the top 10% of experiences worldwide reaffirms our commitment to honest advice, expert guiding, and heartfelt hospitality.
Our Journey Continues
Onwards and upwards!
From a humble beginning with a cherry-red minibus to becoming a top-rated safari company, our story has always been about passion, perseverance, and people. Over the past two decades, we've weathered challenges, celebrated milestones, and built lasting bonds—with our guests, our team, and Africa's wildest places.
As we celebrate this award, we're not just looking back. We're looking forward—with renewed commitment to delivering safaris that are personal, authentic, and deeply memorable.
Join Us On Safari
To everyone who has travelled with us, thank you for being part of our journey. To those still dreaming of Africa—there's no better time to start planning.
Experience why travellers voted Wild Wings Safaris among the top 10% worldwide.
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About the author
Dianne Kokkonidis was born in Johannesburg, grew up in the Transkei and spent years exploring Europe. She returned to South Africa to live on a farm in the Outeniqua Mountains when the call of Africa got too loud to ignore. She comes from a family of storytellers, so it's no surprise she's now found her way into writing about one of the oldest stories known to mankind - the lure of Africa.
