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Anna-marie Mocke

As a South African who loves my country, the out-door, food, wine and travel it gives me immense pleasure to put the perfect Southern African experience together for travellers. I want to create trips to South Africa and its neighbouring countries which are memorable, comfortable and hassle-free.
As a food and wine lover I love to discover new cuisines, trying different wines, and learning about the influences behind the creation of the dishes and the wines I taste. This passion I really like to share in the customised trips for my clients.
I am committed to providing the best possible service and strives to ensure that each trip is tailored to the individual needs of my clients.

What places and activities do you specialize in?

"Places: Cape Town, Winelands, Garden Route, Kruger National Park, Victoria Falls
Activities: Adventure, Food, Wine, Safaris "

How did you get involved in travel?

"A very good friend, for many years has been in travel for more than 15 years. When ever we were together she was so excited about the travel industry, and there was no way to prevent her excitement of rubbing off on me. Needless to say the first time she offered me a job in travel I jumped on board."

Please share a unique travel experience you will never forget.

"One of my most unique travel experience was when my husband, two daughters and I visited Zanzibar off the east coast of Africa. The beautiful beaches and friendly locals was super amazing. We also snorkelled in the crystal clear waters and saw a variety of colourful fish and coral. We were able to take a boat ride around smaller islands and jumped off the boat to snorkel. Relaxing on such a beautiful island with my family was one of my best travel experiences, recently."

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Recent trip reviews for Anna-marie

Move South Africa to the top of your list
South Africa | May 17 - Jun 2, 2024

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Ann B.
Granbury, TX | Reviewed on Jun 03, 2024
I cannot thank the Wildr.Africa team enough for the trip of a lifetime. South Africa was exquisite! Beautiful topography, animals, interiors (!!), fabulous food and wine. I am thankful I found kimkim who connected me to a great team on the ground in my destination. There is literally no reason to pay a US front company when all the expertise comes from the local team. Anne Marie and her team were excellent communicators both via the app and via what’s app despite the time difference.... Read more

I cannot thank the Wildr.Africa team enough for the trip of a lifetime. South Africa was exquisite! Beautiful topography, animals, interiors (!!), fabulous food and wine.

I am thankful I found kimkim who connected me to a great team on the ground in my destination. There is literally no reason to pay a US front company when all the expertise comes from the local team.

Anne Marie and her team were excellent communicators both via the app and via what’s app despite the time difference. They kept the planning process moving and helped me make decisions without overwhelm.

They understood my priorities for the trip and worked within those parameters to create the perfect trip for us.

All drivers, guides, and accommodations were seamless, and they helped us work through any challenges that arose. We are so grateful!

Many fabulous people to mention:
Walkers beach: maya, jane
Robberg hike
Monkeyland
Peninsula tour
Earthstompers: Rachelle
Babylonstoren
La Cotte farm
Pearl valley golf and spa
Walkers plain: James, roan, Clarence, zoli
… and of course Debra, Anne- marie and Cornelia without whom none of this would have happened.

Local specialist: Anna-marie Mocke

Great trip under challenging circumstances
South Africa | Mar 27 - Apr 8, 2024

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Anita D.
Castle Rock, CO | Reviewed on May 24, 2024
Anna-marie and her colleagues provided a fabulous trip of South Africa to us on 3 weeks notice. It is a long story, but our world cruise was diverted from traversing the Red Sea, and the excursions offered by the cruise line were in about 8 ports averaging 6-7 hours with 22 sea days around Africa. We decided to take vacation from the cruise! She helped us plan the trip and made reservations at very good to great hotels, camp and resort. She arranged all driving, land excursions, and... Read more

Anna-marie and her colleagues provided a fabulous trip of South Africa to us on 3 weeks notice. It is a long story, but our world cruise was diverted from traversing the Red Sea, and the excursions offered by the cruise line were in about 8 ports averaging 6-7 hours with 22 sea days around Africa. We decided to take vacation from the cruise!

She helped us plan the trip and made reservations at very good to great hotels, camp and resort. She arranged all driving, land excursions, and provided great advice on restaurants and activities.

Our trip to South Africa was pretty much flawless. Anna-marie kept in close contact with us and quickly addressed all questions and concerns. One of our concerns was how my husband could go on a safari with his major back surgeries and his needing a cane to walk. She found a safari camp bordering Krueger National Park where they did accommodate him by not traversing the more typical rough roads. Our guide/driver, who was phenomenal in tracking wildlife, did go off road but was careful to avoid substantial jolting. We saw a lot more than the Big 5 in 3 days, and our driver took us to places where we could sit and watch elephants, lions and other wildlife interact. It was amazing!

When we were to reboard our cruise, there was a Category 9 storm with high wind gusts in Capetown. After the ship tried to dock twice unsuccessfully, I reached out to Anna-marie, and she said that she would help us get hotels and transportation to the next port in Namibia if needed. Thankfully the ship docked on the 3rd try.

The cost of the trip was very reasonable. We felt safe at all times in a country, which unfortunately has a high crime rate. We are very grateful to Anne-marie and her team for providing us with a trip of a lifetime. I have traveled extensively throughout the world, and I can say without hesitation, she is the best travel agent with whom I have ever dealt.

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Anna-marie
Anna-marie Mocke
Local specialist in Cape, Winelands | Replied on May 26, 2024

Hello Anita

Thank you so much for the great review! We appreciate it, and are so happy that you loved South Africa.

I am very happy that I got to meet you and Christopher. It was only a pleasure to help you plan your trip to South Africa

Warm greetings
Anna-marie

We were thrilled with all aspects of the trip...
South Africa | Apr 4 - Apr 6, 2024

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Melissa M.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Apr 09, 2024
We were thrilled with all aspects of the trip, including all planning contact with Ann-Marie and team. Special shout out to the Bushtracks team, especially Mbusi. He is an absolute gem - kind, informative, made everything easy and fun. Finally, Shongwe Lookoit was fantastic - clean, comfortable and the nicest staff. We can’t say enough good things! Read more

We were thrilled with all aspects of the trip, including all planning contact with Ann-Marie and team.

Special shout out to the Bushtracks team, especially Mbusi. He is an absolute gem - kind, informative, made everything easy and fun.

Finally, Shongwe Lookoit was fantastic - clean, comfortable and the nicest staff.

We can’t say enough good things!

Hotel Review
Shongwe Lookout
Victoria Falls

Amazing above and beyond service, beautiful and comfortable hotel!

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Quiet!
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Activity Reviews
Victoria Premium River Safari Sunset Cruise
Victoria Premium River Safari Sunset Cruise
Victoria Falls

This was so far above and beyond expectations! The boat was stunning, the staff treated us like family, the drinks delicious and the food - wow! So much and so delicious. Not to mention the gorgeous scenery, hippos and mist from the falls. Such a fun evening!

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Chobe Day Trip
Chobe Day Trip
Victoria Falls

Everything was taken care of for us, we had a nice drive to the border, then our hands were held for the immigration process to enter Botswana. The guides on the Botswana side were great, as was Mbusi in Zimbabwe. The morning game drive was great - we saw so much! Lunch delicious at a gorgeous locale, then the afternoon on the water surprised us with even closer views of the animals. Great experience!

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Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Guided Tour of Vic Falls
Guided Tour of Vic Falls
Victoria Falls

Mbusi made sure we did this at the best time of the day, and gave us a ton of history and information about the falls. It was a beautiful walk with so many viewpoints- we were all in awe!

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Anna-marie
Anna-marie Mocke
Local specialist in Cape, Winelands | Replied on Apr 11, 2024

Hello Melissa

Thank you very much for your great review. I am so happy that you had a great time at Victoria Falls. It is for sure one of my favorite destinations.

Please get in touch whenever you are planning a trip to Africa again.

Warm greetings
Anna-marie

Incredible South African Adventure!
South Africa | Jan 19 - Jan 30, 2024

Sydney
Sydney B.
Denver, CO | Reviewed on Feb 04, 2024
Anna-Marie and her team were absolutely incredible! They made scheduling a breeze and we never had to worry about any miscommunication. Booking was easy and Anna-Marie was always available during our trip to answer any of our questions. She even made a point to come meet us in person one of the days of our trip! I highly recommend her and her team to anyone looking to book a trip through kimkim and especially anyone looking to book a trip to South Africa. Read more

Anna-Marie and her team were absolutely incredible! They made scheduling a breeze and we never had to worry about any miscommunication. Booking was easy and Anna-Marie was always available during our trip to answer any of our questions. She even made a point to come meet us in person one of the days of our trip! I highly recommend her and her team to anyone looking to book a trip through kimkim and especially anyone looking to book a trip to South Africa.

Hotel Reviews
Oude Werf Hotel
Stellenbosch
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One Marine Drive Boutique Hotel
Hermanus
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Tree House Boutique Hotel
Cape Town
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Staff
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Umkumbe Bush Lodge
Sabie Park
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Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Full-Day Wine Tour
Full-Day Wine Tour
South Africa
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
E-Biking in the Winelands
E-Biking in the Winelands
South Africa
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Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Cape Peninsula & Penguins
Cape Peninsula & Penguins
South Africa
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A Day in the Kruger Bush with Two Private Game Drives
A Day in the Kruger Bush with Two Private Game Drives
South Africa
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Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Kayak with Penguins
Kayak with Penguins
South Africa
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Dinner at GOLD Restaurant
Dinner at GOLD Restaurant
Cape Town
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Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Anna-marie
Anna-marie Mocke
Local specialist in Cape, Winelands | Replied on Feb 05, 2024

Hello Sydney

Thank you for the lovely review. It was a great pleasure to help you plan this trip. You and Kathleen very amazing travelers to work with. I am so happy that I got to meet you.

Warm greetings
Anna-marie

Amazing Time in Africa!
South Africa | Jan 19 - Jan 30, 2024

Kathleen
Kathleen W.
Smyrna, GA | Reviewed on Feb 03, 2024
We had the most amazing time thanks to Anna Marie and her team! Steph with Earthstompers was such a fantastic guide as well. All of the activities selected were such fun. The pace of the trip was perfect with blocks of free time scattered throughout. It was a treat to get to meet Anna Marie in person at one of the wine tastings. The ebiking was a bit of a challenge for me but I appreciated the opportunity. I loved Gold restaurant and getting to try so many different kinds of food. Each of our... Read more

We had the most amazing time thanks to Anna Marie and her team! Steph with Earthstompers was such a fantastic guide as well. All of the activities selected were such fun. The pace of the trip was perfect with blocks of free time scattered throughout. It was a treat to get to meet Anna Marie in person at one of the wine tastings. The ebiking was a bit of a challenge for me but I appreciated the opportunity. I loved Gold restaurant and getting to try so many different kinds of food. Each of our accommodations were perfect and so cute. All the rooms were clean and beautiful. The one in Hermanus had the most amazing view and Oude Werf was a palace! Overall it was a phenomenal first taste of Africa!

Hotel Reviews
Oude Werf Hotel
Stellenbosch

The room was gorgeous and palatial! I really enjoyed the dining area as well!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
One Marine Drive Boutique Hotel
Hermanus

The view here was incredible!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Tree House Boutique Hotel
Cape Town
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Umkumbe Bush Lodge
Sabie Park

This was such a neat experience! First time staying in a place like this and it was great! Had everything needed.

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Location
Staff
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Activity Reviews
Dinner at GOLD Restaurant
Dinner at GOLD Restaurant
Cape Town

This was such a neat dinner. The food was delicious and the entertainment was so fun!!

Stanford River Cruise
Stanford River Cruise
South Africa

This was a nice leisurely activity, very low key. I do think it was for more of a mature crowd but we still had a good time.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Full-Day Wine Tour
Full-Day Wine Tour
South Africa

The full day wine tour was a good time. The three wineries we went to were absolutely gorgeous. The wines were delicious. The restaurant we went to for lunch in town wasn’t the greatest but it was a nice view.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
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E-Biking in the Winelands
E-Biking in the Winelands
South Africa

The activity itself was a good challenge. It did seem more of a mountain biking activity-a little tougher than expected.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Kayak with Penguins
Kayak with Penguins
South Africa

This was such a neat way to start the trip! The weather was perfect and it was a cool outing in the water and being so close to seals and penguins.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
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Anna-marie
Anna-marie Mocke
Local specialist in Cape, Winelands | Replied on Feb 05, 2024

Hello Kathleen

Thank you very much for the lovely review and the very helpful feedback. We enjoyed planning this trip with you. You and Sydney were two amazing travelers, and I am so happy that I got to meet you in person.

Warm greetings
Anna-marie

Amazing trip and excellent communication. I p...
South Africa | Jan 20 - Jan 29, 2024

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Su M.
Romeoville, IL | Reviewed on Jan 31, 2024
Amazing trip and excellent communication. I plan to use them again to plan another trip! Read more

Amazing trip and excellent communication. I plan to use them again to plan another trip!

Hotel Review
Kruger Shalati Train on the bridge
Kruger National Park, Skukuza

This is an amazing experience and I would come back again just to stay here for the experiences!

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Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
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Anna-marie
Anna-marie Mocke
Local specialist in Cape, Winelands | Replied on Feb 01, 2024

Hello Su

Thank you very much for the great review. We loved planning this trip for you. All of you were very appreciative and great travellers to work with. It would be great if you can come back to Africa one day.

Warm greetings
Anna-marie

So easy to form your perfect trip with their ...
South Africa | Jan 20 - Jan 29, 2024

Christopher
Christopher F.
Bellwood, IL | Reviewed on Jan 30, 2024

So easy to form your perfect trip with their help and guidance. Any modifications you want are easily done. And they are very responsive and easily available to you at all times. Highly recommend !

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Anna-marie
Anna-marie Mocke
Local specialist in Cape, Winelands | Replied on Feb 09, 2024

Hello Christopher

Thank you very much for the great review. It was such a pleasure to plan this trip for all of you. All of you were always quick to reply, which made it a huge joy to make this holiday a reality for you. I do hope that all of you will come back one day for another visit.

Warm greetings
Anna-marie

We planned our honeymoon/first anniversary tr...
South Africa | Nov 26 - Dec 3, 2023

Soumya
Soumya P.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Dec 14, 2023
We planned our honeymoon/first anniversary trip through Kimkim, and our main contact was Anna. Working with her was absolutely fantastic. Coming from the USA, we had a special request for a photoshoot on our anniversary Anna and her team went above and beyond to ensure we have the best photographer in town. Even before we arrived, we faced visa issues, but Anna and her team provided incredible support, assisting us with the paperwork. They were incredibly accommodating to all our... Read more

We planned our honeymoon/first anniversary trip through Kimkim, and our main contact was Anna. Working with her was absolutely fantastic. Coming from the USA, we had a special request for a photoshoot on our anniversary Anna and her team went above and beyond to ensure we have the best photographer in town.

Even before we arrived, we faced visa issues, but Anna and her team provided incredible support, assisting us with the paperwork. They were incredibly accommodating to all our requests. It felt like having friends looking out for us. Throughout the entire trip, we didn't encounter any issues. I genuinely hope their business goes global because we'd love to book with them again for future travels.

Big thanks to Radheeka for making Cape Town unforgettable and to Corlia for smoothly handling our transportation in Jo'burg. Your personal touch and efficiency made our trip extra special. Much appreciated!

Hotel Reviews
Simbavati Hilltop Lodge
Hoedspruit
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Cleanliness & Comfort
Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront Breakwater Lodge
Cape Town

AC was not effective

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VOCO Hotel Rosebank
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Activity Reviews
Soweto Bicycle, Walking, or Tuk-Tuk Tour with Traditional Lunch in Outdoor Kitchen
Soweto Bicycle, Walking, or Tuk-Tuk Tour with Traditional Lunch in Outdoor Kitchen
Johannesburg
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Dinner at GOLD Restaurant
Dinner at GOLD Restaurant
Cape Town
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Anna-marie
Anna-marie Mocke
Local specialist in Cape, Winelands | Replied on Dec 15, 2023

Hello Soumya

Thank you so much for the amazing review. It means a lot to us.
You and Sunil were amazing travelers, and we loved planning this trip with you. I am very happy that I got to meet you, and it did feel like meeting up with friends.

Warm greetings
Anna-marie

Kudos to the team for organizing a truly spectacular trip of a lifetime!
South Africa | Aug 27 - Sep 8, 2023

Kari
Kari C.
Wasco, IL | Reviewed on Sep 12, 2023
Kudos to the team for organizing a truly spectacular trip of a lifetime! From my first inquiry with KimKim to the interactions with the local specialist team, communication was flawless. The itinerary was perfect! Anna-marie checked in with us periodically throughout the trip to ensure all was going well. The accommodations were amazing throughout the trip and the activities were perfect. The first safaris out of Simbavati allowed us to see the big five and many other animals. Our tour... Read more

Kudos to the team for organizing a truly spectacular trip of a lifetime! From my first inquiry with KimKim to the interactions with the local specialist team, communication was flawless. The itinerary was perfect! Anna-marie checked in with us periodically throughout the trip to ensure all was going well. The accommodations were amazing throughout the trip and the activities were perfect. The first safaris out of Simbavati allowed us to see the big five and many other animals. Our tour guide for excursions out of CapeTown (Wendy) - Peninsula/Penguin tour and wine country - was exceptional! Perhaps one of the most memorable was the Pangolin Photo Safari - and we are by no means photographers. The pictures we captured under the expert guidance of Sara will be treasured memories of our trip. We thoroughly enjoyed our time in South Africa and appreciate all of the efforts by the team to make it so. We highly recommend the KimKim/Elgin Africa team!!

Hotel Review
Simbavati Hilltop Lodge
Hoedspruit

Simbavati Hilltop is the perfect location for your African safari. The accommodations are luxurious. One afternoon as I woke from my nap on the day bed, I was greeted by a giraffes and zebras grazing in the meadow close to the hotel. The staff are attentive and friendly - with the safari guide and tracker being quite skilled in finding the perfect viewing opportunities. The food was delicious with several choices offered at each meal. Highly recommend!!

Authenticity & Character
The individual "tents" allowed for a safe accommodation near the animals.
Location
The ability to see game from our room as well as quickly getting to areas to see other animals.
Staff
Friendly and attentive. Only 8 rooms which allowed for personalized service
Cleanliness & Comfort
Rooms are spacious and clean with twice daily service.
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Anna-marie
Anna-marie Mocke
Local specialist in Cape, Winelands | Replied on Sep 13, 2023

Hello Kari

Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a detailed and good review. It was wonderful planning this trip with you and meeting you and Richard.

Thank you for trusting us to plan this special trip for you!

Warm greetings
Anna-marie

We had a wonderful trip! Everything was great...
South Africa | Aug 27 - Sep 8, 2023

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Richard C.
Johns Creek, GA | Reviewed on Sep 09, 2023

We had a wonderful trip! Everything was great great hotels, great activities, and Anna-marie was awesome! The extra added attention she gave really saved the day when she got my wife some replacement contact lenses for the ones she left at home! The whole Pangolin experience was probably the highlight of the trip and our guide Sara's enthusiasm was infectious. She had us taking some really fun and good pictures and we were complete novices. The most highly recommended part of our trip!

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Anna-marie
Anna-marie Mocke
Local specialist in Cape, Winelands | Replied on Sep 11, 2023

Hello Richard & Kari

It was such a pleasure to help you plan your dream trip to Africa! It was also great to meet you at Fairview. I went back this weekend to buy more cheese.

Thank you SO much for the great review! It means so much to us. We will also share your review with Pangolin and Sara, as they would love to hear it.

I do hope it was not your last trip to Africa.

Anna-marie, Deb & Corlia