Much of a traveller’s tour experience depends on the tour guide. We were very, very lucky to have Jakes sharing his knowledge and his love of South Africa! He added so much value to our experience! We would rate him a 6 out of 5 if we could.

Jakes was the local guide for a trip through South Africa. His knowledge of the history and culture really informed our trip. He is happy to share the information he has. The most impressive aspect is his ability to go with the flow, adjust the schedule to match the weather conditions and he did it with out stress. He made sure all the details were looked after. We wanted for nothing. He met our needs and I would have him a a local guide again.

Jake’s is a very knowledgeable personable guide . He makes everything fun and being so organized everyone on our tour was relaxed and knew we were in good hands . Five stars plus ?

South Africa is undoubtedly a gem, with its stunning landscapes, rich culture, and warm hospitality. But what truly made this trip unforgettable was the exceptional service provided by Jakes. From the very beginning, Jakes went above and beyond to ensure our experience exceeded expectations. Despite facing some weather challenges that led to a few reschedules, Jakes handled everything with professionalism and a positive attitude. His flexibility and dedication allowed us to fully enjoy our time in the country, without missing any of the key highlights. Throughout the tour, Jakes’ local knowledge and entertainment added an extra layer of fun to the experience. We left South Africa with memories we’ll cherish forever, and it’s all thanks to Jakes and his attention to detail. Thank you so much. Al and Lynne

The first thing to mention about Jakes Bongers is his accessibility, his inflappable sense of humour and ability to cope with hitches along the parcours of aventure that was South Africa. The second is the intimate knowledge of the ground in which he is operating, and the third is his ability to reach within the stratas of the society he is covering -- both within the white and black populations -- to provide informative knowledge and experience. Jacob is a gem in his own right, loving deeply and putting forward the richness, colour and joy of his country inhabitants.