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Melanie Kohrs

Melanie Kohrs - Accounts Department

Born and raised in Germany, Melanie took a gap year after finishing her studies and travelled around the world; she ended up in Africa where she fell in love with both the continent and Walter. They subsequently married and have built up Safari Online together. Resident in South Africa since 2007, Melanie has a Business Administration degree and handles the accounting and administration at Safari Online.

Walter and Melanie have two children together and when she is not busy with Safari Online the two boys keep her more than busy. A self-confessed travel-lover, she also loves being a mom and being able to continue her work at Safari Online.

COUNTRIES VISITED

South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Zambia, Zimbabwe, USA, Austria, Spain, Italy, UK, France, Panama, Emirates and more.

FAVOURITE DESTINATIONS

The Zambezi River, Victoria Falls and Botswana’s Okavango Delta.

Favourite Destination

One of my favourite memories is waking up to the sounds of the Zambezi River at Islands of Siankaba, a beautiful lodge overlooking the river near Victoria Falls. The lodge is situated on two private islands in the middle of the Zambezi – it’s the ultimate in romance and tranquillity.

What I also really like about this destination is that it is so close to the Chobe National Park in Botswana, so you can combine awe-inspiring Victoria Falls with Botswana’s amazing wildlife – go during the dry season for unbelievable numbers of elephants at the Zambezi and Chobe rivers.

Favourite Safari Activity

I love game drives but boat cruises in the Okavango Delta are my favourite way to explore. You’ll spot hippos and crocodiles plus so many different birds as you slowly cruise along, not to mention all the animals that come to the water’s edge to drink. It’s so relaxing and tranquil, and a boat cruise always finishes the day at the best sunset spot.

And I love African sunsets! Experiencing the beauty of a glorious sunset on the Chobe River or the Okavango Delta is almost unbeatable: seeing the beauty of the changing colours in the sky while reflecting on the wilderness around me is an amazing experience.

My Favourite Tours

Some of my Colleagues

Karina Atkinson

African Travel Specialist Karina has been in tourism since she graduated in the subject & has a deep love for African wildlife – no wonder she lists Botswana as her favourite destination.

Meet Karina
Walter Kohrs

After enjoying an extensive career as a Southern Africa safari guide, Walter combined his lifelong love of nature with a Business Administration degree to establish Safari Online in 2005.

Meet Walter
Sabrina De Pol

African Travel Specialist Sabrina graduated in tourism in her native Italy & hasn’t stopped exploring Africa’s top destinations since! Her favourite? Zambia’s South Luangwa National Park.

Meet Sabrina

Hands-on Expertise

  • We’re based in Africa
  • Consultants Travel in Africa
  • Knowledgeable team
  • Expect great customer service

Accredited & Bonded

  • SATSA – Bonded Membership (2061)
  • Travel Save Compliant Certificate
  • Fully Independent & Owner Run
  • Travel Support from Start to Finish

Reviews

Safari Online made our fantastic family holiday dream come true!!

Safari Online have been nothing but professional and incredible from the time we made our first enquiry to the last day of our stunning holiday. Nothing was too much trouble for Walter. We are now starting to plan our next family Safari for 2019. Guess who we will be booking with??? Safari Online we hope you are ready!!!!!

Penni (AU)
Karina was absolutely instrumental to our safari success.

Our experience with Safari Online was excellent. After becoming very frustrated trying to search for a safari destination on our own, we turned to Karina for help and she was a lifesaver.  We had an amazing safari adventure at the lodge–the experience of a lifetime–and are so grateful for her help. We literally couldn’t have done it without her!

Chris (USA)
Very helpful good suggestions for holiday ideas always available for questions good organising

Excellent service and they supplied good suggestions for our holiday they also organised all internal flights and arranged check in for us so we had no worries while on holiday. We have had a most memorable holiday staying at wonderful places thanks to Sabrina and Safari Online. Would recommend Safari Online to organise your holiday.

Lorraine (UK)
Safari Online were extremely efficient and absolutely charming to work with.

Our 28-day itinerary took us to South Africa, Namibia, Zimbabwe, Zambia and Botswana. A magnificent and unforgettable adventure. Everything ran smoothly and efficiently from the flights, transfers, rides, connections, etc. Absolutely wonderful! Can’t thank them enough!

Ann and Mario (Canada)
Professional, quick and top of the edge service!!!

From the very first contact we’re very happy about the respond time and quality of information from safari-online.com. Based on the received first tailor-made quote, which is a weblink with all the details about the flights, photos of the lodges etc. we knew that this is “our” partner for this trip. Our expectations were excelled!!!

Lukas (Germany)
Best trip I have ever been on. Highly recommend.

Would highly recommend. Safari online asked questions when booking and were efficient and knew exactly what we were looking for in terms of accommodation and animals were wanted to see. Gave advice on a few little extras with no pressure, which we did and am very grateful which make trip even more exciting. Would definitely recommend booking with them.

An incredibly well organised tour with no hassles whatsoever.

Safari Online understood our needs and was able to present us with sensible options to choose from. It was evident that this tour operator has knowledgable and experienced agents who can arrange a seemless tour. We were provided with a professional online itinary which was comprehensive and easy to use, knew exactely what to expect, and encountered no stumble blocks along the way.

Gwen (AU)
Professional, patient, efficient and responsive. Met all our travel needs and requirements spot on

Communication was excellent – I asked A LOT of questions and did a ton of research myself and Walter was extremely patient with me and very responsive. he was straight forward and extremely professional. Tour itself was excellent – an incredible experience and one never to be forgotten. Everything was spot on.

Neena
Walter has always been an excellent communicator and has supported us fully

We have been to Africa for 24 of the last 27 years so know a bit about what is involved. Walter has arranged the details for the last couple of years, and has done a superb job. He is always quick to respond and comes up with answers immediately……..no evasive tactics, always head-on!

Roger (UK)
It was a safari of a lifetime and exceeded all of our expectations!

Our mom grew up in Central and South Africa so we had visited the continent many times. My sister and I wanted to take our teens and husbands to Africa to experience the magic. We had a limited budget but big and specific expectations and by some miracle Walter was able to manage both.

Heather (USA)