Mahlatini Luxury Travel
Mahlatini Luxury Travel
Mahlatini Luxury Travel
5
8:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Monday
8:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Tuesday
8:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Wednesday
8:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Thursday
8:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Friday
8:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Full view
About
Award-winning luxury African travel specialist with offices in the UK and South Africa. Named Europe's Leading Sustainable Tour Operator at the World Travel Awards 2022 and 2023. Won Tripadvisor's Travellers' Choice Award 2021 - 2023 and Feefo's Platinum Trusted Service Award 2017 - 2023. Rated 4.9/5 on Trustpilot. Best Safari, Wildlife and Holiday Company at the British Travel Awards 2016 - 2018.
This is a Business
This supplier operates as a business.
Cape Town Central, South Africa
Awards
Travellers' Choice
2023
Revenue impacts the experiences featured on this page, learn more.
Similar Experiences
Mahlatini Luxury Travel
Booking unavailable on Tripadvisor
Want other options you can book now?
Show optionsTravellers talk about
(13 reviews)
Contribute
Detailed Reviews: Reviews order informed by descriptiveness of user-identified themes such as cleanliness, atmosphere, general tips and location information.
Popular mentions
We perform checks on reviews.
Tripadvisor’s approach to reviews
Before posting, each Tripadvisor review goes through an automated tracking system, which collects information, answering the following questions: how, what, where and when. If the system detects something that potentially contradicts our community guidelines, the review is not published.
When the system detects a problem, a review may be automatically rejected, sent to the reviewer for validation, or manually reviewed by our team of content specialists, who work 24/7 to maintain the quality of the reviews on our site.
Our team checks each review posted on the site disputed by our community as not meeting our community guidelines.
Learn more about our review moderation.
5.0
227 reviews
Excellent
227
Very good
0
Average
0
Poor
0
Terrible
0
Laura E
1 contribution
Nov 2023 • Couples
Fantastic trip from start to finish. This is quite honestly the best trip we have ever had. So much to do and see in Capetown and the food in both Capetown and Franschhoek was amazing. Safari was the highlight and an experience we will never forget.
Stuart was helpful and responsive throughout. He had great knowledge of South Africa and all his advice was very helpful. He checked in before we set off to make sure we had everything we needed. The accommodation Stuart suggested was all excellent.
Stuart was helpful and responsive throughout. He had great knowledge of South Africa and all his advice was very helpful. He checked in before we set off to make sure we had everything we needed. The accommodation Stuart suggested was all excellent.
Written 1 December 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Thanks Laura,
Again, ultimately I am delighted by how much you enjoyed your time in South Africa, and I look forward to helping you plan your next one!
Many thanks,
Stuart
Written 5 December 2023
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Karen M
6 contributions
Oct 2023 • Couples
Mahlatini were fantastic to work with. Back in March 2020, our agent Claire Picknell sorted out everything when our trip had to be postponed due to covid. We finally managed to get away on our trip in Oct 2023 and it really was a holiday of a life time and everything was perfect!! Thanks guys
Written 29 November 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Thank you so much for your lovely review. It was our absolute pleasure to assist and we are delighted we got you there finally!
Warm regards,
Claire
Written 4 December 2023
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
kelsea s
1 contribution
Oct 2023 • Family
Mahlatini prepared such a wonderful trip for our family. I wouldn't have done anything differently. South Africa is truly a wonderful diverse country and we felt welcomed as a family. Our kids loved the city (Capetown) as well as venturing out into the bush for safari. We loved every minute of our trip. Thank you Stuart at Mahlatini for preparing such a well crafted adventure!
Stuart presented me with options for our family trip to South Africa and was virtually spot on with his suggestions. We made a couple small edits and I was quickly confident to book it. Once on the ground, Stuart checked in periodically and ensured we were moving along well on our trip. I felt everything was incredibly smooth and would 100% book with Stuart and team again should the opportunity arise. Grateful for your work, Stuart!
Stuart presented me with options for our family trip to South Africa and was virtually spot on with his suggestions. We made a couple small edits and I was quickly confident to book it. Once on the ground, Stuart checked in periodically and ensured we were moving along well on our trip. I felt everything was incredibly smooth and would 100% book with Stuart and team again should the opportunity arise. Grateful for your work, Stuart!
Written 14 November 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Many thanks Kelsea, I loved working with you to plan this trip and I am delighted by how the whole family enjoyed it as much as they did.
I look forward to working with you again down the line, when you need that Africa fix again!
Kind Regards,
Stuart
Written 15 November 2023
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
aldoodson
London, UK4 contributions
Oct 2023 • Family
This was the most amazing trip for our family and despite being frequent visitors to South Africa and knowing it well, we were still blown away by the experiences we had, places we stayed and hospitality that we enjoyed. I could not recommend the trip and the Mahlatini team highly enough for the expertise that they provided, guidance on venues and all the support through the booking process. The service was truly first class.
Outstanding service and could not recommend the entire team highly enough !!
Outstanding service and could not recommend the entire team highly enough !!
Written 8 November 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Hello Alastair,
Thank you for your kind words and the 5-star review, it is wonderful to hear that you were blown away and had the best time on your journey with us. It was great working with you and planning this special trip.
We hope that the memories made will last a lifetime!
Warm regards,
The Mahlatini Team
Written 20 November 2023
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
GlobeTrotting453125
West Palm Beach, FL1 contribution
Oct 2023 • Couples
It was a once in a lifetime experience in an absolutely beautiful part of the world - we learned so much and saw so many amazing things and we can’t wait to explore more. The &Beyond properties were all so different and so extraordinary in their own way. Reflecting on our trip we were able to see such amazing animals during our safari and we felt so lucky to have such knowledgeable guides and staff to help us along the way. We also loved being able to learn from everybody that worked at the lodges about the properties and their culture and how much they cared about sharing it with us. We had been looking forward to our honeymoon for so long and this trip went above our expectations. We made enough memories to last a lifetime, but we hope to return and create more.
Caroline planned a perfect honeymoon. We have literally no notes on how this could have been a better experience for us.
Caroline planned a perfect honeymoon. We have literally no notes on how this could have been a better experience for us.
Written 30 October 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Dear Alex & Brittany,
Thanks for your wonderful review - I am so so happy you had the most unbelievable honeymoon. I know the memories will stay with you forever.
Wishing you both a lifetime of happiness together and hopefully, we will see you in Africa again one day!
Warm regards,
Caroline
Written 2 November 2023
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Megan W
Chicago, IL3 contributions
Oct 2023 • Couples
We had the most wonderful time on our honeymoon in Tanzania! We were in each location for the perfect amount of time and the transfers between locations were all seamless. The staff at all of the Lemala properties we stayed at were exceptional! Honestly, some of the best customer service I've experienced in my travels. Everyone was super friendly which made the trip so memorable.
Caroline, our travel advisor, was fantastic! She was very responsive, friendly, and knowledgeable. We really appreciated the pre-departure call, it was a very efficient way to answer last minute questions and to make sure we had everything sorted prior to our trip. Thank you, Caroline, for your help in planning our honeymoon! We had the most wonderful time and will have memories to last a lifetime.
Caroline, our travel advisor, was fantastic! She was very responsive, friendly, and knowledgeable. We really appreciated the pre-departure call, it was a very efficient way to answer last minute questions and to make sure we had everything sorted prior to our trip. Thank you, Caroline, for your help in planning our honeymoon! We had the most wonderful time and will have memories to last a lifetime.
Written 23 October 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Dear Megan & Jose,
Thank you so much for the wonderful review - I am so so happy you had the most memorable honeymoon in Tanzania. It was wonderful working with you and planning this special trip. Hope you hang on to all the special memories. We look forward to hopefully welcoming you back to Africa in the future.
Warm regards,
Caroline
Written 24 October 2023
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Sid K
1 contribution
Oct 2023 • Couples
An incredible experience from start to finish. The planning was made extremely easy by Stuart and the Mahlatini team and the attention to detail for every little part of our journey was incredible. Both locations we stayed at were top notch and we really were sad to leave on the last day. The safari experience blew me away every single day and I highly recommend Chitwa Chitwa as the resort to stay at for this. Seychelles was an idyllic tropical destination to relax and play in the sand after a few hectic days of animal watching. Can't believe its over and can't wait to do it again.
Written 23 October 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Thanks Sid, ultimately I am delighted you two had such a good time – that is my goal. I know our operations team will appreciate a mention; they work hard behind the scenes to ensure all goes smoothly.
I am delighted you have caught the bug for safari, and I would love to help you plan your next one; whenever you are ready!
Warm regards,
Stuart
Written 24 October 2023
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Ann M
3 contributions
Sep 2023 • Couples
We absolutely adored our honeymoon in South Africa, Botswana, and Mauritius. We had an excellent experience working with Mahlatini and are so thankful we did! From exploring the city of Cape Town, adventuring to the Cape of Good Hope and the Winelands, going on safari in the Okavango Delta in Botswana, and relaxing on the beach in Mauritius, we loved every single minute of our adventure. Many thanks to Kitty and the team at Mahlatini for ensuring we had such an incredible experience!
Kitty was amazing! We are so thankful for all of her assistance.
Kitty was amazing! We are so thankful for all of her assistance.
Written 21 October 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Thank you Ann & Rick for your wonderful words. I am delighted to read that you had such a fantastic experience and look forward to planning any future trip for you both!
Warm regards,
Kitty
Written 25 October 2023
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Shay C
1 contribution
Sep 2023 • Couples
One word---- breathtaking! To be in arms reach of all animals was amazing!!! Doing the game drives helped you understand the saying, "Animals and humans are one!"
Written 19 October 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
We are so delighted you had such a 'breathtaking' journey to Africa and it was our absolute pleasure assisting throughout. Game drives are always filled with wonder and wisdom, what a beautiful takeaway! A memory we know will last a lifetime.
Kind regards,
The Mahlatini Team
Written 23 October 2023
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Lindsey B
1 contribution
Sep 2023 • Couples
We had the most incredible trip. Mahlatini made it so easy with the travel arrangements and planned a beautiful trip for our honeymoon to Mauritius and Dubai. Katarina was very accommodating and helpful. Having transportation arranged to and from the airport for us, as well as being fast tracked through immigration was so wonderful. The resorts we stayed at were truly incredible and we had the best time. We also received a welcome package with a printed itinerary and gift which was so lovely and made it easy to know where we needed to be.
Katarina was an excellent resource for us and a true professional. She kindly answered all our questions and put together the most incredible itinerary for our honeymoon. She is clearly very experienced and was a phenomenal resource. She was also very accommodating, as she met with us before the trip to cover the details and answer any questions, and also checked in with us during the trip to make sure all went well. We are very appreciative to have worked with her!
Katarina was an excellent resource for us and a true professional. She kindly answered all our questions and put together the most incredible itinerary for our honeymoon. She is clearly very experienced and was a phenomenal resource. She was also very accommodating, as she met with us before the trip to cover the details and answer any questions, and also checked in with us during the trip to make sure all went well. We are very appreciative to have worked with her!
Written 15 October 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Lindsey & Kyle, it was such a pleasure helping you build your dream honeymoon, and I am so pleased to read that we were able to make it so memorable. Thank you for your lovely words and I look forward to planning your next exciting trip!
Warm regards,
Kitty
Written 25 October 2023
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
No questions have been asked about this experience