Reviews of Old Mondoro Bushcamp
Wildlife sightings and reviews
123 independent comments and wildlife information from our travellers who have visited Old Mondoro Bushcamp and kindly agreed to share their thoughts. They do not necessarily represent the views of Expert Africa
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"Old Mondoro Awesome Again"
New managers were good." See all these reviews: 16n in Zambia
"Old Mondoro Bushcamp review"
The canoe trip was both exciting and provided close encounters with many animals and great bird viewing. The local area was very dry with less vegetation than normal at this time of year following a poor rainy season so we saw substantially more game than anticipated. As always we particularly enjoyed the walking trip.
My companion has vegan food and, having given prior notice, was well catered for." See all these reviews: 9n in Zambia
"Great safari lodge"
Fantastic food, friendly and informative staff and nothing is too much trouble for Michelle the owner to make your stay enjoyable.
Safari drives through pretty scenery with great sightings of wildlife including aardvarks which we had never seen before." See all these reviews: 12n in Zambia
"Absolute favourite."
Chalet 1 and 2 overlooking the river. Chalet 3 and 4 overlooking a lagoon were animals come to drink and bathe. I stayed in chalet 3 (the best) and when I arrived elephants were blocking my door! What a welcome.
The guides are extremely good and they create a warm and relaxed atmosphere, that makes the gamedrives a real pleasure!!
There is plenty of game. I have had great wild moments in a beautiful environment. Also the food was very good." See all these reviews: 12n in Zambia
"A smaller , more " bush" version of Chiawa"
OM is smaller and complements Chiawa as a perfect two camp experience.
Moving from one camp to the other takes about 1 hour along the Zambezi must be one of the best " hotel transfers" in the world." See all these reviews: 10n in Zambia
"Outstanding service, location and wildlife"
Particular mention goes to our game drive guide, Sebastian, river cruise guide, Trafford, trainee guide Samora, waiters Joel and Prosper, chefs Robert and Chris, who all helped to make this a very special stay. Managers, Michele and Reon, went way beyond any call of duty in chasing the camera phone lost in the bowels of Profilght. Even with their efforts, the phone did not arrive until just before we left, so they lent us a quality camera so we could take photos.
Our room was looking over the Zambezi with a lovely shaded veranda frequented by elephants all day. The Sitenje has views over the river and over the bush, so wherever you sit there is wildlife to see. The game drives and river cruises are varied so we were able to see plenty of different land and water based wildlife at all times. We came across 3 male lions with a buffalo kill, then the following day with a Kudu kill. They then joined with 3 females, one pregnant. We saw plenty of leopards including 2 young ones racing up and down a tree in play.
Robert and Chris provide outstanding food from their kitchen and were happy to show us their facilities. The food was varied, meat deliciously tender and cakes and desserts so delightful we ate far too much.
Overall, this was the best camp we have stayed in - a big thank you to the great team who work there." See all these reviews: 11n in Zambia
"Old Mondoro Bushcamp review"
The staff were very friendly and the the food was really nice. Our guides there (Sebastian and Marshal) were knowledgeable friendly and committed to us having a good time. This camp unlike the others had the guides sharing the guests. It worked out well as both guides were excellent but overall our preference is one guide for a visit.
We saw some excellent bird life and again the night drives were a highlight (including the Great Eagle Owl). It was pretty good to see a leopard on our initial drive into the camp from the airport.
Old Mondoro is a pretty flash camp." See all these reviews: 16n in Zambia; 5n in Rwanda
"Old Mondoro Bushcamp review"
Very few visitors from other camps seen on drives.
Our first experience with a walking safari." See all these reviews: 10n in Zambia
"Excellent stay at Old Mondoro Bushcamp"
"A true bush camp"
the organisation was slick, but not intrusive. Fantastic guiding, informative and at no time did you feel you
were being given a lecture.
The safety aspect was good, but not over the top.
This camp is for visitors who want to enjoy "real Zambia", not to be wrapped in glossy packaging.
I certainly intend to return!" See all these reviews: 7n in Zambia
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