Tailor Made Safaris

03/09/2026

03/09/2026

One of the amazing sights to be seen on w hale watching trip with Advantage Tours St Lucia South Africa in St Lucia. If it is the right season (June to end November) we always try and accommodate a whale wat hing trip on our tours.

01/09/2026

Happy Spring day everyone! This stunning red flower belongs to a special tree, the sausage tree (Kigelia africana) and what makes these flowers special is that their main pollinators are not bees, but rather birds and at night bats! The wahlberg's epaulettes fruit bat to be precise. You can see that the main opening of the flower is extra large to accommodate these animals. The sausage tree is known for its large and heavy fruit that can be up to 60 cms long and has the shape of, you guessed it, a giant sausage. The fruit is poisonous for human consumption but does get used in traditional medicine. Wild animals such as elephant, hippos and baboons can eat the fruit.

31/08/2026

One of the amazing benefits of spending time in nature in South Africa is the amazing stargazing opportunities that you will get. People living in Europe have no idea how many stars they don’t see because of the amount of light pollution, until they are in an area that is actually dark and you look up in wonder at how many stars you can see. It is truly and astonishing sight. If you’d like, your safari guide can tell you more about the constellations in the southern hemisphere and stars and planets you are looking at. The southern hemisphere also offers sights most Europeans never see: The Southern Cross, the Magelannic clouds, and the milky way directly overhead as opposed to skimming the horizon as it does at northern latitudes. Imagine looking up at the milky way and billions of stars with the call of a hyena in the distance, truly an unforgettable memory.
If you’re interested in getting pictures of the stars such as these, please have a look at our sister company Nature’s Light for photographic tours!
Photo By Emil von Maltitz, Nature's Light

28/08/2026

Safari Fun Facts: BLACK or WHITE???
One of the most common points of confusion for tourists are the names of the black and the white rhino. You may imagine some people looking at these rhinos and trying to see if the one is darker then the other…. This is not the case, they are both grey or, if they had a mudbath, they can look brown in color too, but never white or black! Then why do these rhinos have these silly names? What happened is that the first settlers from dutch descent called this the rhino with the wide lip. The word for wide in dutch is “wijd”, and this sound for someone from England a lot like the word “white”. And thus were the rhinos with wide lips named the "white rhinos". Then the other one, who is characterized with a narrower pointy upper lip, was then automatically named the “black” rhino, purely because it if the opposite of white, not because it has anything to do with the appearance of the rhino.
So bottom line is that the difference between the rhinos has nothing to with the color but more with the shape and function of the lips, white rhinos have wide lips for grazing grass and black rhinos have pointy lips for feeding on shrubs, bushes and trees. Furthermore the white rhino is a bit bigger overall and has a longer head then the black rhino. Black rhinos are generally more solitary, harder to spot and more temperamental. White rhinos are more social and can often be found in small groups.

27/08/2026

We are always delighted to receive such wonderful feedback!
'We wanted a tailormade vacation for two weeks in South Africa with 3 kids in ranging ages and 4 adults. Safari op Maat nailed it. The vacation was exactly what we hoped for and needed. Everything was perfectly organized, the accommodations were great and the customer care incredible. Thanks Angela and Geert for making our trip an unforgettable experience.'

25/08/2026

Come on holiday with Tailor Made Safaris to Mauritius

22/08/2026

🌊 The Garden Route: where mountains, ocean, and wilderness meet

Picture towering cliffs at Tsitsikamma, the calm lagoon at Knysna, and endless stretches of beach at Wilderness , the Garden Route is one of the most beautiful road trips on earth. Walk through ancient forests, spot elephants at Addo Elephant Park, watch whales from the cliffs near Plettenberg Bay, and savour fresh oysters with an ocean view.

What makes it special is the mix: rugged nature, adventure, and pure relaxation, all in one journey, and the perfect complement to a safari for the ultimate South African experience.

At Tailor Made Safaris, we design your route around you, the best stops, the hidden gems, and personal guidance every step of the way.

Ready to explore the Garden Route? Get in touch and let's plan a trip you'll never forget. ✨

21/08/2026

We are proud to have received yet another great recommendation from our travellers:

"What a wonderful experience with Tailor Made Safaris! From the very first contact, everything was arranged excellently, and our wishes were truly listened to. The trip was taken care of down to the smallest detail, with special locations and unforgettable encounters with the animals. Everything ran smoothly and professionally, allowing us to fully enjoy ourselves. Beforehand we received a beautiful book that you can consult throughout the whole trip. An absolute must for anyone who wants to experience a part of South Africa in a personal and special way!"

Looking for a seamless journey with personal, hands-on service? Then wait no longer and book with us!