Reviews of Kapani Lodge
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Kapani Lodge review
Although I enjoyed Kapani lodge, I did prefer the more intimate relationship I had with nature at the bush lodge.
I also felt we should have been offered the option to walk.
Our guide, Abs was extremely knowledgeable, personable and professional.
Wonderful game viewing from Kapani
The location of the Kapani camp was very picturesque, although I woul dimagine that when the oxbow lagoon dries up late in the season this may not be the case.
Food and drink surpassed our expections and previous safari experiences.
Our lagoon suite was very spacious and comfortable although one had to be brave to visit the outside toilet at night. The standard rooms were also very well equipped although a little more 'rustic'
A visit from a family of elephants through the camp on our first afternoon was very exciting, particularly for my two daughters.
Our guide, Lawrence was absolutely lovely and very knowledgeable - he had an answer for every one of our (numerous) questions and by the end of the safari felt almost like part of our family.
The game was numerous and very 'natural' - much less commercial than South Africa. Lots of leopard, lions, hippo and the other usual big mammals but also some spectacular birds. My wife adored the giraffe and we all fell in love with the numerous babies.
The swimming pool was also a welcome addition for the afternoon laze - clean and warm for a dip in between catching up on one's sleep.
Fantastic start to adventure at Kapani
Excellent location, lots of animals seen even on the first night. Accommodation was excellent. With the knowledge we now have from the other camps, Kapani seemed too busy, too many other jeeps.
Camp itself was not very relaxing. Somehow felt more regimented and had to stick to quite rigid times. As it is a bigger camp, perhaps running to tighter schedules was necessary.
Kapani Lodge review
excellent starting point into Lwanga. Probably at its best when the pontoon on the river is accessible (not our case).
Rosie is real professsional with charme.
Park guide Lawrence outstanding in knowledge touch and personal contact, the best in our trip
Great game at Kapani
We thoughly enjoyed our stay at Kapani - the staff and service could not have more friendly, and the whole place has a very welcoming feel. The food was excellent and the whole team worked hard to provide a customised service. The guiding was excellent, with some specacular sightings - including a pair of courting leopards.
The daily game viewing was very much influenced by the guests needs and interests. April was also an excellent time to go, as the light was excellent for photography and the seasonal roads were back in use, providing a wide area.
Other highlights were a cruise on the luangwa and meeting Robert - the semi-tame warthog. The only downside was the occasional noisy night guests - hippos munching loudly on grass and hyenas laughing outside the chalet in the very early hours!
Kapani Lodge review
Excellent food and service. Knowledgeable guide. Room was great.
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See our comments on our first night in Kapani.
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Our honeymoon in S. Luangwa Valley
Kapani Lofge and Kakuli Bushcamp were great, a memorable experience, which exceeded our expectations. Simon is great guide, who takes enormous pride in his job; he is also a very pleasant guy. Christine is an excellent hostess. All personnel meets the highest standards of professionalism and kindness.
Three remarks:
1. Our mobiles were "dead" in Zambia. When we expressed our desire to contact our folks at home nobody seemed to properly care. We were not provided with access to the lodge's communication facilities. In our view that would be a rather "standard" service.
2. Walking safaries were less and shorther than anticipated.
3."Alternative" activities are not encouraged. After 4 nights at Kapani we felt that we had just enough of driving safaries and we would like to be presented with the possibility of something else, e.g. visiting local communities. For exemple, upon arrival in Tongabezi Lodge we were presented with a variety of activities and we organized our programme with the help of the relevant manager.
Kapani Lodge review
Kapani captures the essence of African safari visits of days gone by. Incredibly warm and plesant staff who truly make one feel welcomed and at home. We had one of the best guides I have ever had anywhere in Africa. The food and catering was also really very good indeed.
The facilities (rooms and bathrooms) were more basic/older than I had seen in - for example - some of the CC lodges in Bostwana, South Africa etc - but that is because Kapani was built some time ago and has not been extensively updated. That was not a problem for me personally. In fact, it added to the charm.
Kapani Lodge review
Thoughtfully they gave us a table to ourselves for the last night (having shared all previous meals with others).
Excellent guide (Rose).
Great area for seeing nearly all game in dry season.
Visiting at end of dry season meant no river/lagoon immediately outside the Lodge
We have always believed that acting responsibly is the only way to approach tourism and we're one of
the few companies to hold AITO's original coveted 5-star status for responsible tourism. It's a lead
that others are now following.
