REVIEWS

I had a list of animals I wanted to take and Lourens priced me a custom package that I added to during our hunting excursion. Stepping off the plane for what turned out to be more than the bucket list trip I had hoped for, my wife and I were greeted by Lourens with impeccable hospitality and professionalism that lasted through the hunting trip and back to airport security. After a night’s sleep and 6-hour drive, we were hunting. We hunted out of two very comfortable camps with a wide variety of landscapes and animal diversity. Lourens was always more than willing to stop and allow us to take pictures and teach about plant and animal life. Lourens is a strong believer in stewardship of the land and its resources which I greatly appreciate and respect. We were blessed to take only old mature elusive animals which added yet another layer to the definition of a trophy. Hot showers and amazing hot meals were a great end to great days of hunting. Sharing culinary masterpieces of local fare and swapping stories helped create the highlight of our safari which was the friendships forged with Lourens and our amazingly hospitable camp hosts. Africa has a beauty that cannot be described, so it must be experienced. You will get a personalized hunt with a personal touch with no added or hidden costs. 

Thaka safaris did not disappoint!
This was my second safari and I got exactly what I asked for – large properties, proper hunts and excellent animals.

I bought my first safari at an NRA banquet auction and it was with a different, highly-commercialized outfit who hunted small properties about two hours north of Johannesburg. They churned through dozens of hunters each week and the animals were stocked and poor quality. Little thought was given to the overall experience, they just wanted your money and move you on. On top of that there were many hidden costs that were very frustrating; sadly this seems to be the norm with many outfitters.
I wanted to go back for a proper hunt on large properties so I booked a two week hunt with Lourens for buffalo and plains game. From arrival to departure it was a first-class experience with great consideration to the overall experience. We hunted huge properties (10,000-30,000 acres) and the animals were excellent in both quality and quantity. If you are considering a safari this is the outfit, you are treated like a friend and the Professional Hunters are exceptional at their jobs. All of my future hunts will be with Thaka safaris!

In March of 2022 my daughter and i had the opportunity of a lifetime to hunt in South Africa with Thaka safaris, this being my first trip to Africa i was nervous. All of my worrying was pointless, Thaka safaris, with Lauren’s and Stefan, our PH’s was the best. The hospitality was great, the accommodations were great, the meals and all the drinks were great. One thing that really stood out as to the professionalism and integrity is all the communication prior to going, Lauren’s talked with us nearly daily for 6 months prior to trip, that is what makes a trip of this magnitude go so smoothly.
When it came to the hunting i was amazed at the amount and quality of the animals we seen and harvested, our PH’s worked harder than i could believe to get us on big mature trophy animals. I will be returning to hunt with these great people again in the future and would recommend anyone wanting a perfect trip to Africa to get with Thaka safaris.
Sincerely

My wife and I have had the pleasure of hunting with Lourens Mueller on multiple trips to Africa.  Having hunted around the globe we have not had a better Professional Guide. His knowledge of the African animals, his hunting skills and experience provided us with the hunting experiences of a lifetime.

Lourens has a desire to provide an authentic African Safari.  He has guided us on successful Plains game and dangerous game safaris.  I highly recommend Lourens for the hunt of a lifetime.  He is both a professional and a gentleman.  I will not hunt Africa unless it is with him.