There is NO OTHER WAY to do a South Africa trip than with CAPTAIN NERO (Neeraj).
I joined SOLO. As a FEMALE SOLO TRAVELLER there is always so many things I worry about. Safety. Accommodations. If I will get along with other trippers. Vegetarian food options.
Let me put it this way – everything I was worried about turned out to be the exact opposite!!
Neeraj was the BEST TRIP LEADER. He was always so supportive, reassuring, kind, a friend to everyone and had bursts of energy that were unmatchable.
The itinerary was so well planned. Accommodations were very clean and had good central locations.
We WALKED WITH THE LIONS which was THRILLING!! Did a predator tour which was enlightening!! The SHARK CAGE DIVIING was BREATHTAKING!! Feeding the ostriches was fun! The Penguins were the CUTEST!!!! The drives through the scenic garden route were mesmerizing. There was SO MANY WHALES that while you’re sitting by the seaside having your lunch you can see them so close by. I even got to pet a seal!
Now getting to my FAVOURITE PART. The Trippers!!!!
We went as 21 strangers and after 10 days we were one big family!! I have made friends for life 🫶 Friends I would reach out to travel again with.
Each and every single tripper brought their own personality. Some came to the trip stressed, holding emotional baggage, scared, reserved, shy..2 days into the trip you could see all the stress thrown out of the window and everyone was opening up and having the time of their life!!!
The day time was for exploring South Africa. We had beautiful conversations on the bus rides, took care of each other and ofcourse clicked some amazing photos!
Evenings was when the fun started!! We played games, sang, danced & bonded over some deep and meaningful conversations.
As a VEGETARIAN I always worry about food option and particularly availability of Indian food. Most places in South Africa had Indian Restaurants and vegetarian options weren’t too hard to find either.
Lastly, I just want to warn you about one thing before you go on your first trip. If you do one trip with ON HIS OWN TRIP – you’re going to be hooked for life!!! I PROMISE!