Published on Apr, 2022
My partner and I went on this tour on Friday 1st April (2022) and it was the perfect day. I had been wanting to visit Mpumalanga and the surroundings of the Blyde River Canyon for over 20 years, and it surpassed all expectations.
We were picked up from our hotel in the morning and dropped off in the afternoon. All communications and information were well considered and we knew we'd be in good hands before we even started.
Dave was the perfect tour guide - engaging, informative, funny and friendly. As well as knowing the area like the back of his hand, he also seemed to know so many of the locals we met, and they all seemed to love him.
We went to some breathtakingly beautiful spots, and Dave struck the ideal balance between giving us guidance, direction and good company, while also giving us our own time to explore and enjoy as a couple.
The tour was very well planned and smoothly run - all entry fees were included and handled without us needing to carry any cash - and the tour also included a delicious lunch.
One of the best things about this tour was that we had most of the beautiful spots either completely or almost to ourselves, and then each time we left a spot, many others would be just arriving - Dave clearly knew where to go and when to be there to maximise our time and experience.
By the end of the day, Dave felt more like a friend than a tour guide, and we were almost sad to say goodbye. A perfect day from start to finish, and one we'll remember forever, as we got engaged at the Three Rondavels viewpoint!
A huge thanks to Dave, and an unreserved recommendation to anyone reading this and considering the tour - definitely do it!
