We were total safari novices post cruise in Cape Town and weren't even sure if we really wanted to go up country to see wildlife at all! We took a great Regent offer together with advice from friends who'd been to Kapama Southern and held our breath.
Wow!
Regent took care of everything and we had a blast! We loved every minute, found the whole thing very comfortable and exciting; exhilarating, even. (blog posts start here) I can't comment on whether we'd have had a better time somewhere else/booking it all independently, but can only say "Go for it!" We were simply glad not to have to worry about bits of luggage here and there, were pleased that it all came together again in Jo'burg and that we didn't have to worry about it at all.