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Had an amazing and very educational holiday in Africa! Would 110% recommend
Sim was the best tour guide ever
L
Sim made my tour of Southern Africa more magical than I could have ever expected. He shared personal stories that gave us insight into the lives of people that I never would have known otherwise. His …Sim made my tour of Southern Africa more magical than I could have ever expected. He shared personal stories that gave us insight into the lives of people that I never would have known otherwise. His passion for the wildlife (land, sky and sea), the people and our tour really shone through!!
Good guide, very funny guy
L
The trip was an amazing experience, with Sim beeing a great trip manager, very professional but also fun and knowledgeable
I enjoyed a Contiki tour at the end of 2024 in South Africa with my girlfriend. The tour was exceptional - although South Africa is an incredible country, it was brought to life by our guide Sim. His …I enjoyed a Contiki tour at the end of 2024 in South Africa with my girlfriend. The tour was exceptional - although South Africa is an incredible country, it was brought to life by our guide Sim. His combination of encyclopedic knowledge for all the factual questions we had with an emotional depth and willingness to share his views and stories of his own life in South Africa, and nuanced perspectives on politics, sport, societal inequality, truly made it a once in a lifetime trip. I came away with a far richer understanding of this tapestry of a country, and I would highly recommend anyone travel with Contiki, and Sim in particular.
Sim is extremely passionate about what he does and connects with all the travelers so well! Not only is he informative, he is super entertaining as well! I miss being around him and his energy, but wi…Sim is extremely passionate about what he does and connects with all the travelers so well! Not only is he informative, he is super entertaining as well! I miss being around him and his energy, but will proudly carry his energy with me wherever I go! He made every part of the itinerary fun for all the tourists.
C
Sim was the best tour guide I have ever had. He deserves the be recognized - he truly made me and all my fellow travelers experience in South Africa. I would give him 15 stars out of 5 if I could!
I still dream about my time in South Africa and what an incredible experience it was. Sim really went above and beyond to make sure we loved it as much as he does. His passion shines through and I hig…I still dream about my time in South Africa and what an incredible experience it was. Sim really went above and beyond to make sure we loved it as much as he does. His passion shines through and I highly recommend him as a tour guide
R
Sim was incredible, such a beautiful person and amazing guide! Always brought so much joy and energy, could not have asked for more
Sim was an amazing trip manager. He took care of everything and always went the extra mile to ensure each of us had the best trip possible. I hope I can do another trip with him someday.
I absolutely loved my trip! And Sim was an amazing and very knowledgeable trip manager. He made the experience!
J
Sim was amazing, could not have asked for a better guide.
Going to Africa, for most people it’s a very unfamiliar experience and you need a lot of advice and guidance as you travel through, Sim pr…Sim was amazing, could not have asked for a better guide.
Going to Africa, for most people it’s a very unfamiliar experience and you need a lot of advice and guidance as you travel through, Sim provided all the knowledge and advice you could ask for while keeping the whole experience fun and smooth.
We were a group tour for 11 days and in that short time the whole group became close knit very early on and by the end it was a bit sad to say bye, which is almost 100% down to Sim making everyone feel comfortable and not only being a great tour leader but also being just another part of the group.
Best guide / your leader I’ve ever had hands down
Sim was a great guide. He went above and beyond to make things run smoothly and make sure people were happy. 100% would recommend him to anyone, and I hope he gets a raise!
M
Sim was the best tour guide I've ever had. Constantly energetic, positive, friendly & always concerned with how everyone was feeling. He's also super funny & sweet. A great man!
My trip to Southern Africa was simply the best, and sim is a big reason for it! Sims energy and positive attitude really made the trip so much more enjoyable. Sim is very caring towards his group memb…My trip to Southern Africa was simply the best, and sim is a big reason for it! Sims energy and positive attitude really made the trip so much more enjoyable. Sim is very caring towards his group members and truly caters towards everyone’s wants and needs. Sim helped me tremendously when my luggage broke on the trip by walking me to a shopping center and securing a new one! If i ever return to Southern Africa again, i want sim as my tour guide!
D
Sim was the greatest Trip Manager I could’ve asked for! He was so friendly, insightful, and kept everyone in high spirits through every step. This Southern Africa trip would not have been nearly as wo…Sim was the greatest Trip Manager I could’ve asked for! He was so friendly, insightful, and kept everyone in high spirits through every step. This Southern Africa trip would not have been nearly as wonderful without him, and anyone would be the luckiest to have him as their guide !!
S
Sim was a wonderful and professional tour guide who has a high level of knowledge and understanding of South Africa. He’s organisation of activities and time schedules was exceptional. By having Sim a…Sim was a wonderful and professional tour guide who has a high level of knowledge and understanding of South Africa. He’s organisation of activities and time schedules was exceptional. By having Sim as our tour guide it made this trip even more memorable and enjoyable as he took the extra stress of traveling in a new country away.
Sim was an incredible guide.. he made sure to check on everyone and connect
D
I had the best time on this trip! Sim was very helpful, informative, and reliable!
He is friendly, careful and try to make my trip best.
Sim is honestly the best tour guide! I loved loved loved traveling with him and would love to take a trip again with him sometime. He was everything you’d want in a tour guide and I can’t recommend hi…Sim is honestly the best tour guide! I loved loved loved traveling with him and would love to take a trip again with him sometime. He was everything you’d want in a tour guide and I can’t recommend him enough.
Simbonile was an excellent guide! He was knowledgeable, approachable, and caring. Not only was his passion for teaching our group about his culture and favorite places evident, but the level of care f…Simbonile was an excellent guide! He was knowledgeable, approachable, and caring. Not only was his passion for teaching our group about his culture and favorite places evident, but the level of care for our safety and satisfaction was above average. I cannot say enough good things about exploring South Africa with Sim as our guide. I just wish we could have stayed longer!
Contiki Sim was a great guide for my trip to Africa!
The Sea and Safari South Africa Contiki trip was an incredible trip and well exceeded my expectations! Very well planned itinerary with various activities and a great mix of seeing the animals on safa…The Sea and Safari South Africa Contiki trip was an incredible trip and well exceeded my expectations! Very well planned itinerary with various activities and a great mix of seeing the animals on safari and viewing South Africa’s beautiful coastlines. My trip manager Sim was the best I could have asked for. He always checked in with everyone to make sure we were all having the best time!
I loved this trip to South Africa more than words can say, i left feeling revitalised and inspired for my home life and its all thanks to our trip manager Sim. The itinerary was well organised and pac…I loved this trip to South Africa more than words can say, i left feeling revitalised and inspired for my home life and its all thanks to our trip manager Sim. The itinerary was well organised and packed full of incredible experiences, for me the highlights were the safari at Schotia, wine tasting, and the cooking class. Sim also invited us to join him on a hike outside of the itinerary on our last morning which was probably my favourite part of the whole trip. Cape Town is such a beautiful place and to see it from here at sunrise with good people was magical. I made lifelong friends and had an amazing time and it's all thanks to Sim! We love you Sim!
M
Sim is the best Trip Manager ever. He was funny and patient.
Sum is an amazing guide, from giving us an amazing trip he is full of information, and experiences which gives you a wealth of knowledge. Sim is always trying to accommodate all travellers and makes …Sum is an amazing guide, from giving us an amazing trip he is full of information, and experiences which gives you a wealth of knowledge. Sim is always trying to accommodate all travellers and makes the trip fun and enjoyable for all. He is a very fun and uplifting person he walks into the room and everyone’s mood lifts making the trip always interesting.
Sim is an incredibly knowledgeable, funny, engaging guide that I would highly recommend to others.
Sim is phenomenal! I will definitely be coming back to do another tour with him :)
Sim from Contiki was the most amazing trip manager! He was fun, knowledgeable and get like a friend throughout. I am purposely looking at new trips that he also tours so I can be in his group again!
I just finished a two week tour with Sim and had the most incredible time. His organisation and communication skills were something to be admired as well as everything else he put into this trip. His …I just finished a two week tour with Sim and had the most incredible time. His organisation and communication skills were something to be admired as well as everything else he put into this trip. His unlimited kindness was something we all admired most about him, with it being given to all those on the tour, any local guides or people working in the service industry, as well as any locals we encountered whilst there. I also believe the itinerary was a perfect introduction to two weeks in South Africa. We were able to go on many different safaris, seeing so many incredible animals and learning so much both from Sim and the guides. We also had a great balance of other fun activities, with the cooking class and the kayaking being my stand outs. Also being able to go and visit the townships and villages and meeting those living there was very educational and worthwhile, and I believe something that is needed when visiting. Sadly, a few activities were cancelled due to weather (both mountain biking and the marine safari), so it was a shame they could not have been done, as I’m sure they would have also been incredible. Overall though, I had the most amazing time with Sim on this tour, and want to go do it all over again.
This was truly the trip of a lifetime, and I would highly recommend it to anyone wanting to immerse themselves in a bright and vibrant culture. Every part of the experience—from the organised activiti…This was truly the trip of a lifetime, and I would highly recommend it to anyone wanting to immerse themselves in a bright and vibrant culture. Every part of the experience—from the organised activities to the incredible group of fellow travellers—was unforgettable. But what truly made this trip exceptional was our trip manager, Sim.
Sim went above and beyond to ensure every single person felt welcomed, included, and cared for. Whether it was sharing insightful knowledge about each destination, handling logistics seamlessly, or bringing the energy with spontaneous karaoke and bus ride entertainment, Sim made every moment special. It was clear that they genuinely cared about creating an experience that was not only fun but also meaningful.
Thanks to Sim, this Contiki trip wasn’t just about seeing new places—it was about feeling connected, pushing past comfort zones, and making lifelong memories. We couldn’t have asked for a better trip manager, and I truly believe Sim deserves recognition for their dedication, enthusiasm, and ability to bring people together.