Travel reviews by Mr & Mrs G from Herts

"wonderful family feel to this camp and very knowledgeable people.

Since there had been a lot of rain earlier the big game were not coming to the water holes. This is maybe something which visitors should know so they can change their wishlist. A lot of emphasis on chasing lions whereas we would have been happy to look for smaller mammals or spend time observing elephants.
The manager could ask us what our itinerary was and what we really hoped to do at Deception. This actually goes for all the camps. A bit more dialogue needed.

Bushman walk wonderful and such talented people. A flora and fauna walk in the Kalahari would have been good ( as we had last year in Swapokmund and in Etondeka."

"It may sound silly but we need to be told about lack of hairdryers!!! A walk around the isalnd would have been nice but never happened.

display of basketware was interesting but a bit contrived and we felt we had to buy something.

Kenny was a superb guide and tracker and very concerned that we were happy with everythng. He had a lot of respect for the animals and habitat which not everybody else had in the other camps.

More detail about the transfer time from air to the camp and the logistics would be helpful. Guides tend to underestimate the times needed and this can cause problems."

"This camp seems very arid and dusty looking on approach - it needs some TLC. The interior is a bit tired but the cabins are lovely though cold. There were no heaters and the tented windows were very drafty.

Again no hair dryers ( just a small niggle). Towels could have been changed once I think and a coffe/tea facility ( like at jacana) would have been lovely as it was a bit of a walk in the sand to the food area. Especially in the morning when it was still dark.

The wild dogs are now at Lebala. THis was a big disappointment to most as this is a main reason for going to Lagoon . However, our lovely guide was from lebala and took us ( on the quiet) to see the pack with their cubs. But we didn't get to hunt with them as it was at least an hour from Lagoon. People need to know this sort of thing as it is annoying if you arrive and are disappointed.

Nelson is ok but over effusive. THe whole camp is a bit more commercial than the others but you do see a lot and the evening cruise is fantastic. some of the catering staff were a bit surly ........."

"This place is very relaxed and comfortable - if slightly fifties in style. Very kind and knowledgeable owners who cooked us amazing meals. Great birdhide and some wildlife around. Home grown veg and fruit etc.

Allann will take people to the Falls and arrange trips of all sorts.

Drinks a little pricy but everything is in Zambia."