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Boat cruise on Olifants river

I suggest I take you for a boat cruise on the Olifants River.  It’s situated about 20km outside Phalaborwa. The wildlife is wonderful in the area and can be seen from the boat.  We enjoy breakfast on the boat.  It’s for 3 hours and very relaxing.

Rehabilitation visit – Moholoholo

I suggest we leave Phalaborwa early and make the most of the day.  (around 90 km from Phalaborwa).

We will do a Tour at a famous Rehab Centre (they are closed on Sundays) they have different birds, animals, and birds of prey at their Rehabilitation Centre that depends on them.  They do wonderful work and have different Vultures too that you can feed and they sit on your arm it’s really an experience.  You will learn a lot from them.  We do a light lunch in Hoedspruit and I can show you the little shops in the beautiful town.  Hoedspruit is a real tourism town.

Boat cruise on the Blyde River Canyon

 (Near Hoedspruit area around 100 km from Phalaborwa)

Enjoy the splendor of the third largest Canyon in the world. Unquestionably being the largest “green canyon” due to its lush subtropical foliage. An interpretation tour by a tour guide from the area will take you to the rare living Kadishi Tufa waterfall and the Three Rondawels.

An abundance of wildlife will keep you distracted while learning more about the natural history of the Blyde Canyon. The Canyon is famous for the Kadishi Tufa waterfall. At 200m (around 660 feet) in height it is the second tallest tufa waterfall on earth. In the case of the Kadishi Tufa fall, the formation that has been produced strikingly resembles a face which is crying profusely, and is thus sometimes known as ‘the weeping face of nature. Boat cruise 1 hour and 30 minutes long.

Jessica the hippo

Jessica is a 26 year old female Hippopotamus who lives near Hoedspruit.  What makes Jessica so special and unique, is the fact that she’s a wild animal that interacts with humans in a rather different way than nature has intended. It is well believed that Hippos are some of the most dangerous and fearsome creatures in Africa and there are many accounts of Hippos attacking (and killing) people who invade their space or disrupt their routines.

With this animal, this is definitely not the case since she loves interaction with humans and she displays mind-boggling characteristics which makes us wonder about our approach towards wild animals. When considering the natural behavior of the species, it is hard to establish whether Jessica considers herself as human or us humans as fellow hippos? Due to her behavior, Jessica has become somewhat of a worldwide phenomenon and she has her own international fan-club. You can feed her, touch her and the ladies can even give her a kiss what an experience.

She has a calf called Luko currently. 

Culture tour

We can visit Lulekani for a Culture tour and see how the African Shangaan people live and learn more about their traditions. We will visit a traditional healer, local ladies of the community making traditional wear, taste traditional food, visit a traditional family’s house, visit a children’s orphanage. Will be for about 3 hours.

Boat cruise on Olifants river

I suggest I take you for a boat cruise on the Olifants River.  It’s situated about 20km outside Phalaborwa. The wildlife is wonderful in the area and can be seen from the boat.  We enjoy breakfast on the boat.  It’s for 3 hours and very relaxing.

Rehabilitation visit – Moholoholo

I suggest we leave Phalaborwa early and make the most of the day.  (around 90 km from Phalaborwa).

We will do a Tour at a famous Rehab Centre (they are closed on Sundays) they have different birds, animals, and birds of prey at their Rehabilitation Centre that depends on them.  They do wonderful work and have different Vultures too that you can feed and they sit on your arm it’s really an experience.  You will learn a lot from them.  We do a light lunch in Hoedspruit and I can show you the little shops in the beautiful town.  Hoedspruit is a real tourism town.

Boat cruise on the Blyde River Canyon

 (Near Hoedspruit area around 100 km from Phalaborwa)

Enjoy the splendor of the third largest Canyon in the world. Unquestionably being the largest “green canyon” due to its lush subtropical foliage. An interpretation tour by a tour guide from the area will take you to the rare living Kadishi Tufa waterfall and the Three Rondawels.

An abundance of wildlife will keep you distracted while learning more about the natural history of the Blyde Canyon. The Canyon is famous for the Kadishi Tufa waterfall. At 200m (around 660 feet) in height it is the second tallest tufa waterfall on earth. In the case of the Kadishi Tufa fall, the formation that has been produced strikingly resembles a face which is crying profusely, and is thus sometimes known as ‘the weeping face of nature. Boat cruise 1 hour and 30 minutes long.

Jessica the hippo

Jessica is a 17 year old female Hippopotamus who lives near Hoedspruit.  What makes Jessica so special and unique, is the fact that she’s a wild animal that interacts with humans in a rather different way than nature has intended. It is well believed that Hippos are some of the most dangerous and fearsome creatures in Africa and there are many accounts of Hippos attacking (and killing) people who invade their space or disrupt their routines.

With this animal, this is definitely not the case since she loves interaction with humans and she displays mind-boggling characteristics which makes us wonder about our approach towards wild animals. When considering the natural behavior of the species, it is hard to establish whether Jessica considers herself as human or us humans as fellow hippos? Due to her behavior, Jessica has become somewhat of a worldwide phenomenon and she has her own international fan-club. You can feed her, touch her and the ladies can even give her a kiss what an experience.

Culture tour

We can visit Lulekani for a Culture tour and see how the African Shangaan people live and learn more about their traditions. We will visit a traditional healer, local ladies of the community making traditional wear, taste traditional food, visit a traditional family’s house, visit a children’s orphanage. Will be for about 3 hours.
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We have had two days with Bushbaby and it is highly recommended. Both Andrew and Calvin are top notch professionals. Walking Encyclopedias, friendly and will keep you safe when necessary. We had some ‘exciting’ encounters with young bull Elephants and felt very safe nonetheless. From everyone of the family: DANKIE!
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A wonderful , professional and friendly team who were very helpful . The transfers as well as the daily game viewer trips were very enjoyable and Calvin was an excellent guide . Elise was also very involved and followed up after all events . Looking forward to our next Kruger trip with Bushbabies !
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We had four tours & safaris with Bushbaby which we all enjoyed very much. We had the early morning, the sunset, an all day one and the Elifante River Cruise, Elise was so helpful in arranging the bookings. We felt very safe with them at all times. All the guides were very informative about the wildlife. I would 100% recommend them to anyone.Thank you to the whole team.
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Elize was a wonderful guide. She truly went above and beyond to show us as much as possible.
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Ho prenotato tramite Elize della Bushbaby Adventures i lodge all'interno del Kruger National Park e al Tsistsikamma National Park, sulla Garden Route, il Storms River Mouth Restcamp. Elize si è dimostrata da subito molto disponibile e gentilissima non solo durante la prenotazione ma anche in seguito. A gennaio 2026 nella zona del Kruger NP c'è stata una alluvione che ha causato ingenti danni alle strade e ad alcuni lodge. Elize mi ha sempre tenuta informata e si è sempre resa disponibile a verificare sia la possibilità di pernottare che la possibilità di percorrere le strade. Se non fosse stato per lei che mi ha inviato tutte le indicazioni precisissime con tanto di foto su whatsapp di quali strade percorrere per arrivare a Phalaborwa (porta d'ingresso Kruger NP), non ci sarei mai arrivata, o comunque avrei avuto grosse difficoltà. Oltre che disponibile, è gentile e soprattutto molto competente. Consigliatissima Elize della Bushbaby, sia per prenotare lodge che per i safari sia per poche persone che per gruppi, noi eravamo in 16. Ancora grazie. Giancarla Pecile, Italia
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Excellent Excellent Excellent Best experience. Friendliest, and knowledgeable guide ever felt so comfortable, Thank you Elize for making this trip amazing.
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Kaleigh Francis
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Overall a really really great fun experience we had!! Tour guide Calvin was very very informative and attentive and fun, the drives were a really great experience The lunch was so so good I highly recommend adding this when you go on your safari ;) Fills the gap in your tummy. I highly recommend Bushbaby adventures tours and safaris
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We took two half days trip to Kruger with Kevin, the guide, and it was amazing! The organization is flawless, always on time. The guys know the great spots in Kruger to catch big five!! The breakfast catered was also delicious. I’d definitely recommend anyone to boo the toor with Bushbaby Adventures!
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Vielen Dank an Elize für die zwei tollen Safaris, die wir mit ihr bestreiten durften. Sie hat uns nicht nur zu vielen Hotspots gebracht, sondern auch sehr viel Wissen über die Flora und Fauna näher gebraucht. Ich kann Sie wärmstens empfehlen und werde sie gerne selbst noch mal buchen. Trotz der gesperrten Straßen wegen der starken Regenfälle hat sie alles gegeben uns so viel wie möglich zeigen zu können. Vielen Dank ☺️!

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