Ant's Lodges Traveller Reviews

Smoothly planned holiday made for a most enjoyable holiday

I can always trust In The Saddle to deliver a holiday where the welfare of the horses is excellent. Also the accommodation is perfectly matched to your requirements

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Having had many riding holidays with In The Saddle and made regular visits with them to Ants Lodges in the Waterberg area of South Africa we decided to take all our children and grandchildren, 11 in all, to Ants Nest for Christmas. It simply could not have been better, as usual the attention to detail by In the Saddle was amazing and they accomodated all our various invoicing and mailing requirements perfectly. Having been there many times we knew what to expect but nevertheless the holiday documentation and information was exceptional and very well presented. The accommodation and meals were outstanding and the riding was perfectly tailored to our various requirements. Christmas was celebrated in amazing style, with an opportunity to go to “Bush” Church, followed by a huge lunch and presents for all. In addition to the riding there are many other activities and the whole essence is on flexibility and allowing everyone to do what they wanted. Ants Lodges are the perfect place for family safari holidays and the riding is suitable for everyone from beginners to those wanting fast riding on lovely tracks through the bush.

As mentioned above the attention to detail and the personal service offered by In The Saddle is second to none.

I had a great week horse riding through the South African bush. On horseback, you can get right up close to giraffe, zebra, buffalo and all the different types of antelope. It was magical. The food and accommodation were great and it was fabulous to have a week of sun (with the odd thunderstorm) instead of the grey cold at home.

I've been riding with In The Saddle for 20 years. On a riding holiday, on top of all the usual requirements for seamless travel, good food and fab accommodation, it is vital that the horses are varied (for different standards of rider) and well-trained, that the tack is safe and the riding is good quality. In The Saddle has never let me down in 20 years

Horse riding at Ant's Lodges in South Africa. Lovely horses and good rides, mainly at walk for the game viewing but some long canters every day. Great lodges with every comfort. The food was first class and the staff efficient, friendly and very helpful.

In The Saddle, specialist riding holiday. The company has a great in depth knowledge of the individual rides. Everything is well organised and final documents very professionally presented.

2 centre holiday riding in the Wartberg region of South Africa....luxurious accommodation...superb service ...extraordinary riding experience.

Excellent organisation from start of booking ...ran like clockwork, and was helpful with queries and advice.

In the Saddle booked 15 nights for my partners 50th birthday present from me. We started in Cape Town and then went up to Waterburgh to Ants Nest. The whole holiday was perfect - coordinate beautifully by In the Saddle. Ants Nest was absolutely fabulous - the horses, the riding, the team, the guides, the food the accommodation the animals - everything was superb and I can highly recommend it.

In the Saddle were fabulous - coordinating all aspects of our holiday to South Africa, not just the horse riding holiday. I can highly recommend them.

Well planned and stress free

Helpful and efficient

Africa is such an exciting country, and Ant's two lodges offer the best of a riding safari experience you could find in the country. Whether you ride, walk, cycle, or take a safari ride in a four wheel car, you experience the wonders of the bush. Ant'S lodges offer you the kind of luxury one can feel utterly comfortable in. The whole experience is similar to being a guest in a friend's house.

I have been taking rides organised by In The Saddle for fourteen years. Never have I had an organisation problem, or an unsafe riding experience with their chosen destination, or stables.

A riding safari at Ant's Lodge in South Africa.

In the saddle were excellent with booking process,payment and providing all necessary information. They are always available for any questions and giving a prompt response.

Perfect, from the organisation, location, accommodation, food and fantastic staff/hosts. It exceeded all my expectations. Fabulous experience, can't wait to go back.

Fantastic organisation, made booking our honeymoon so easy and enjoyable. I couldn't recommend them enough and can't wait to travel with them again.