Dries Visser Safaris Testimonials
Hear from our satisfied clients and see why Dries Visser Safaris is the premier hunting destination in Africa.
It has been 20 years since I have been to Dries Visser Safaris, and they didn’t disappoint. I was very fortunate to hunt with my old friend Dries Jnr, we had a great hunt along with many laughs! Liza was a great camp manager and as always, the staff was fantastic. The 7-day hunt was too short.
Thank you for the hunt and better memories
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Alan Landreville, USA
After a very successful first time Africa hunt last year, I was lucky to get the opportunity to book another hunt this year. For the second year in a row everything was great. From start to finish everything is top notch. Once again, I had Johan as my PH. Both years. He put me on the animals I wanted to take.
The number of animals and the quality is amazing. Be prepared to take more than what you came for! As a traditional archer I was intimidated the first trip, but they understand what it takes to be successful and do all they can to help you out. Thanks for another great hunt.
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Brad Hendricks, Ohio USA
When you think it couldn’t have gotten any better, it did! This was our second time here at Dries Visser Safaris and it was even more amazing than the first. Thank you for an awesome time. We already miss the amazing people and accommodation. Already thinking of our next trip!
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Bryan Henderson, USA
Our stay at Dries Visser Safaris was one of our greatest vacations/hunting trips we’ve ever been a part of. Our PH/l & trackers were a joy to spend the week with and were more than eager to make the experience as memorable as possible.
Cobus and Elana went above and beyond to make us comfortable and enjoy our time in camp. The food was incredible, and the atmosphere of camp was so welcoming.
I assumed friends would be made while in South Africa, but my wife and I leftcamp after our stay considering everyone family. South Africa holds a specialplace in our hearts, and we look forward to the next time we get to be in camp!
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Bryan & Lindsey, IN USA
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Chad and Jenn Richey, IA USA
What a fantastic experience! Everything was top-notch from our professional hunter Cobus, to Elana, our trackers/ skinners, housekeeping & an unbelievable assortment of wild game meals. The hunting was great. I have gained a lot of
respect for our trackers and PH. Not only are they great at their profession, but they are fun to hang out with and get to know more about. A perfect day was always topped off with unbelievable cooking by Elana and evening with a drink
and cigar at the campfire. Cobus and Elana went way out of their way to make this trip an unforgettable experience
This was truly a trip of a lifetime. We chose Dries Visser Safaris to celebrate our honeymoon and we’re so glad we did. This place is a Bowhunters paradise and with our PH he put us on animals that exceeded our expectations. We are already looking forward to our nexttrip.
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Chase Sunvison
This is my 4th hunt with Dries Visser Safaris. As usual the staff, PH’s and accommodation was first class and over the top, every detail taken care of. But this 10-day hunt was like no other. Each day seemed better. We took 19 beautiful animals, from Steenbuck to Cape Buffalo. This is a magical place! A bowhunters dream. Hunting at its finest, beautiful, bushveld and great long-life friends.
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Chip Hunt, USA
This was my first time to South Africa, and it most definitely won’t be my last! From the pickup at the airport, we knew we
were in great hands. The lodge and rooms were top-notch, clean and beautiful facilities. The meals were outstanding- everything from breakfast to the great lunches Elana made for the blinds, we were well fed and taken care of during our hunting. Our days ended with the most outstanding dinners at night- they were a 10 out of 10. I felt like family the entire time I was at Dries Visser Safaris. The other PH’s, trackers, as well as the skinners and camp staff were all outstanding, too. Everyone was so very nice and upbeat. I’ve made some lifetime friends here. I’m already planning to come back with my wife, and extended family, to share this amazing experience with them. I’m sad to go and will miss Cobus and Elana, but this isn’t goodbye- it’s until we meet again
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Chris Hodges, IN USA
From the accommodations to the food, to the detail that was put into building the blinds, the kindness of the staff. The quality and quantity of game is unmatched, and I will not try and put it in words, put let the photos speak for themselves.
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Dustan Duncan
Well, it is hard to put into words the experience we have had over the last 7 days. From start to finish it has truly been great. My PH Stian Von Wielligh is world class, he has been great. The staff and food are 5 stars, truly unmatched. I have really enjoyed our time around the fire listening to everyone’s stories and learning from the PH’s. I’ve hunted a lot of places, but nothing compares to Dries Visser. I’ve had shot opportunities, multiple times a day. We have felt like family from start to finish and that cannot be bought. Thanks to
everyone for a trip of a lifetime. Love you guys
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Gent Parker, Mississippi USA
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Jack Baltz, New Hampshire
This was my 12th African Bow hunt and 2nd with DVS. I only wish I found them earlier in my hunting career. Simply put,
they are the very best. Everyone involved treats you like a king every day. We managed to fill our species list, with a couple extra bonus animals. We hunted bushpig, bushbuck, mt reedbuck, kudu, black impala, zebra and giant roan. Every day a new adventure, new animals and a great experience with my PH. Rhino. He is a real class act and gentlemen and a knowledgeable PH for only being 25 years old. We are booking again for June 2025, and we will be counting down the days starting tomorrow
After doing research on Dries Visser, my wife and I decided to buy a donation hunt at the Western Hunting & Conservation Expo. It’s definitely one of the best things we have ever done. We took our entire family and had the time of our life. Everything from the food, the lodge, blinds, animals and our PH Stian was 5 stars! We will definitely be back!
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John Linscomb, Texas USA
I had a great time. Pieter was laid back, which I appreciated when it came to the buffalo it went very smoothly. The food was next level – Elana hit it out of the park. The trackers also did a great job, and I was very impressed by their skills. Overall, I had a great experience and would definitely come back to Dries Visser Safaris again! Thanks.
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Jon O’Connell, IL USA
From the time I got here I knew this was a top rate place. The rooms were really nice, I liked the tent I stayed in, it gave me the feeling of a hunting camp. The food was great, I got to have food that I have never had before. The staff was very professional. I had a great time and if I am able, I would like to
come back.
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Kenny Myers, AZ USA
First. Thank you very much for an awesome trip to South-Africa. My son and I were treated like friends and family from the start. I have hunted and travelled a lot of places, and I can say that this is a topper. Great accommodations, equipment and overall cleanliness is A+. Food is amazing. Enjoy eating all the different wild game meats. Dieting as soon as I get home. My son and I were able to harvest our target animals all of which are excellent trophies. Thank you for a trip of a lifetime.
970-420-0775
Klint Heutzenroeder, CO USA
Wow! This has been an unbelievable experience for our first time in South-Africa! Absolutely everything was perfect and top of the line and all staff and PH’s have been a pleasure to
spend our time with! The hunting action was nonstop with plenty of quality animals to choose from. The PH and trackers worked nonstop to get us the animals we were after and even harder after the shot! The food has been exceptional along with story time around the fire at night. This has truly been
the trip of a lifetime, and I can’t thank everyone involved enough for making this such a great experience for us! Special thanks to Johan and Getmore for putting up with us and answering so many questions all week!
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Louis Norman, Mississippi USA
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Matt and Remi Kaminski, TX USA
Well, what can I say to describe a perfect hunting experience? Africa has been a dream of mine since I was a child. Coming here was beyond expectations. The logistics of getting here, the communication throughout the process could not have been better. Knowing I was in store for an epic adventure from the very first day was evident as we drove into camp seeing numerous animals. Overall, the trip exceeds my expectations and left me already creating another dream list. Many people have said once you go to Africa, you will always want to return. I know why, this place and these outfitters are a combination that will always keep you happy and still wanting more. Remi and I will certainly return!
We thoroughly have enjoyed our stay! The accommodations were very nice and comfortable. The rooms were nicely decorated, large and very clean. We loved that the laundry was done daily. The deep tub was also a hit. A great way to unwind at the end of a day. Elana is a great cook, and the meals have been yummy and unique – we liked being able to taste the game we harvested, since we can’t take it home.
Overall, our trip to South-Africa with our family has been wonderful and will be a lifetime memory for us.
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Mike Hines and Observer Leilani Hines, CO USA
I have been on 2 other African Safaris thinking they are all the same, I was very wrong. Dries Visser is not just a notch above, they are in a whole new category. My 12 year old son and I
harvested 17 animals. We were treated and felt like close friends. I felt he and Ben went above and beyond to help me get my Honey Badger. I am not sure when they slept because they were always hard at working taking care of us. We can’t say thank you enough!!!
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Mike Ritter
Wow, what an experience! From the moment we arrived at the airport we were treated like family. This is our first trip to South-Africa, and we weren’t sure what to expect. Our expectations were blown out of the water. The complete staff at Dries Visser Safaris was phenomenal. To say we had the most amazing time is an understatement. Thank you Cobus and Elana and Staff
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Pat & Kellie Linn, AZ USA
There is a reason I have been coming here for the last 20 plus years. It’s the people the staff, the hunters. They make it all worthwhile. I rifle hunted for the first time after the last 5 where I bow hunted. I would say it was extremely challenging but taking a great Buffalo after 5 days of searching a monster Roan after tracking for 3 miles. My PH Frank was excellent! DVS gets in your soul and stays there.
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Paul Atkins
Upon arriving in Johannesburg, the experience was amazing. The recommended hotel “Africa sky” was fantastic. The staff at Dries Visser Safaris is second to none with assistance in every area of my hunt and stay. The facility’s at Visser is comfortable and always clean. Food and meals were amazing also five stars. My PH Stian knows his animals and hunting area like the back of his hand. Also, the quality and quantity of so many different animals were world class. I am booking another trip as I wright this.
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Ron Babneau, USA
This was my 2nd trip to Dries. This time I was able to bring my mother, daughter and son (Hunter) We had a tremendous time. I never thought it would be possible to top the 1st trip, but this time absolutely did! We started off in the free state and was able to get the springbuck slam and Blesbuck slam in 2 days’ time along with other trophy animals.
We got 2 magnificent buffalo, 2 kudu, Roan, Sables, and many more very magnificent trophies. My mother and daughter were able to visit several excursions including a lion interaction as well as elephants. Truly an experience of a lifetime. Everything was well organized and 5 start from accommodations to meals and everything in between. We are already planning to return. My fondest memory of this entire trip is being able to see my daughter hunt for the very 1st time and taking 2 magnificent trophies – Blesbuck and a 47” Sable. Can’t thank everyone enough for all the hard work and effort put forth.
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Ron Bushnell, Missouri USA
Dries Visser Safaris did not disappoint. The trip was exceptional. From the quality of the trophies we took, the kindness of the staff, the food, the laughs shared around the campfire, the cozy accommodations the stunning lodge, skill of the trackers – and mostly our PH’s Anthony and Frank. Everything was beyond perfect.
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Stephanie Prater
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Tim Lassett , Florida USA
If you are planning a trip to Africa as a hunter, weather you have been 12 times or it’s your first, you owe it to yourself to come to Dries Visser Safaris. The quality and quantity of mature animals here is absolutely the best. My PH Stian
and all of the PH’s in camp are excellent. Not only will they find the best animal but will get you an ethical shot. The hunting here is by far the best I have seen including my previous 3 African Safaris and better than the elk, Bison, antelope, whitetail and other hunts I have been on with excellent outfitters across the USA. In addition, the food, staff, trackers, accommodations and beautiful grounds make this a place for the entire family
Great experience, the entire Dries Visser team was outstanding from top to bottom. Great hunting, food, and
accommodation. Our PH Johan and tracker Getmore made the experience more exciting and fun than we could have imagined. Two thumbs up for the Dries Visser team. Looking forward for our next trip back.
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Tim Mitchan, USA
Dries Visser is the best of the best! This is my second trip here and they never disappoint from the food to the PH’s, rooms and everything. Took several high-end animals, impressive! You will not wait for anything. Rooms were super clean as always. Staff is excellent. The hunts are to be remembered forever! I could go on and on, but you just need to experience the hunt yourself. This has become an annual trip for me.
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Tim Teal, USA
To Dries and the whole staff at Dries Visser Safaris, thank you for another trip of a lifetime. 13 Trophies in 11 days. Also seeing a leopard at 3 yards, something I’ll never forget. I promise it won’t be so long between trips this time.
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Travis Todd, USA
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Trey Brumback, IA USA
I was lucky enough to win a trip with Dries. Thank God! So lucky to land on the best and most experience outfitter. Everything about this trip was 5 stars. Elana should receive at least a 4-star Michelin rating for her cooking. Couldn’t have picked a better safari if I tried. I watched a ton of videos, used google earth to survey the hunt areas and facilities, read tons of reviews and really did my homework before the trip. It exceeded my expectations which were high. I was able to get all my target animals. I really like the brutal honesty displayed by Cobus on my shots etc. made me a better hunter. I’ll be
back
I started hunting with Dries Visser Safaris in 2019-2024, so far. With hunts being in South Africa and Zambia. Dries Visser Jr has been my guide and Ben Lokgomethu has been the tracker (South Africa). I was blessed to have harvested over 20 animals on these hunts which include cape buffalos, 60” kudu, leopard, hippo, 14ft crocodile and other various animals. If you want somebody with experience, Dries Viser Safaris is the answer. If you want to hunt different African Countries, call and they will get it done. The camp and facilities in South Africa are five-star accommodations. Trackers and PH are first class The food and personnel are the best at making your stay enjoyable. I have had great hunting adventures with Dries Visser Safaris.
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Troy Behringer
It was my first time in Africa, so my list of animals was pretty open. Six animals alter, I am beyond thrilled. My boyfriend had been there four previous times. So, he had specific animals he was interested in. He had the best experience with great results. We feel so fortunate we chose Dries Visser. We made
lifetime friends with a trip of a lifetime. Thank you Cobus and Elana for making our dreams come true!
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Vicky Fine, CA USA
I came to hunt Sable and Roan with Crossbow then hunt other species with my recurve like many other “Life plans” it changed I realised with the crossbow I had a choice – and I chose a Buffalo. Stian, Phillip and Charlie were wonderful
to work with. The best complement I can give Stian is “I would hunt anywhere, anytime with him.
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Wayne Reeves
