Reviews of safaris to South Luangwa National Park
896 holiday reviews from our travellers of holidays which include South Luangwa.
Mr G
California
"My Jul 2018 trip"
I visited Zambia and 2 other countries between 3 Jul 2018 and 31 Jul 2018
"great trip
please note that Maruska did a great job last year also." Read full review: 28 nights in Africa; 7 on a Zambia safari
please note that Maruska did a great job last year also." Read full review: 28 nights in Africa; 7 on a Zambia safari
Overall trip
Excellent
dadndoc
Mawson Lakes
"My Jul 2018 trip"
I visited Zambia between 2 Jul 2018 and 8 Jul 2018
"The service of Amanda (and Freddie who filled in when Amanda was away) was very good. Communicating by email (after initial request for phone contact) was appreciated.
Request for accommodation in separate regions of the park was met. Understanding of transfers from Vic Falls lodge, accommodation standards and desire for separate rooms/tents was dealt with well.
Transfers went smoothly, no “no-shows”. Any concerns with food/cuisine was more related to the staff in the camps rather than the booking service." Read full review: 6 nights in Africa; 6 on a Zambia safari
Request for accommodation in separate regions of the park was met. Understanding of transfers from Vic Falls lodge, accommodation standards and desire for separate rooms/tents was dealt with well.
Transfers went smoothly, no “no-shows”. Any concerns with food/cuisine was more related to the staff in the camps rather than the booking service." Read full review: 6 nights in Africa; 6 on a Zambia safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mike
Cam
"Lovely trip. Could have stayed longer"
I visited Zambia between 1 Jul 2018 and 10 Jul 2018
"Great guides - and Robin Pope safaris highly commended
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
Wish i could afford to do it again !! Lack of direct flights from London to Lusaka a big hindrance. Hope BA starts flying there again soon." Read full review: 9 nights in Africa; 7 on a Zambia safari
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
Wish i could afford to do it again !! Lack of direct flights from London to Lusaka a big hindrance. Hope BA starts flying there again soon." Read full review: 9 nights in Africa; 7 on a Zambia safari
Overall trip
Excellent
NJK
Manchester
"First time -- but probably not the last!"
I visited Zambia between 28 Jun 2018 and 10 Jul 2018
"Amazing trip - even better than I expected.
I'm so glad I chose Zambia and specifically South Luangwa National Park for my first safari. I'm a little worried that I may have been spoiled - apparently it's not normal to see so many animals practically at will and sometimes you may have to wait.
I had already decided on Zambia, SLNP and Norman Carr Safaris before booking with Expert Africa. Lucy organised me beautifully and I didn't need much persuading to add a side trip to Victoria Falls. I was glad to have Lucy to fall back on when I managed to miss an internal flight, though fortunately I only needed her help (and reassurance!) to let the camp know my new arrival time.
At Livingstone, I stayed at Waterberry Lodge – loved my chalet with its verandah overlooking the lagoon, lunch on the deck serenaded by hippos grunting in the Zambezi. Had a wonderful helicopter flight over the falls and through the gorge.
Norman Carr Safaris were all they appear to be - truly excellent. I stayed at Kakuli, Mchenja and Nsolo. All three bushcamps were beautifully situated and well laid-out.
All the chalets I stayed in at each bushcamp were superbly comfortable - superking beds (given the full four-poster effect at night with mosquito nets) and hot water bottles if it was slightly chilly; solar-powered lamps and hot water; open air en-suite; inside and outside seating. Stupendously high roof, the beams and thatch are practically works of art themselves. Each room had fresh cold drinking water in a thermos, Peaceful Sleep mosquito spray and toiletries, I managed to resist the temptation to blow the emergency horn or whistle. There's a two-way cupboard in one of the walls where an early morning cup of tea/coffee will be delivered on request.
All the staff attached to the camps were so very welcoming and friendly, accommodating everyone's needs and wishes, and providing great meals. They really do work hard to ensure you are comfortable and get what you want out of your trip. I was unable to do any walking unfortunately, but there was no quibble about arranging an extra guide when needed. Quite often it was me, a guide and jeep and the beauty and bounty of SLNP - bliss.
As far as I'm concerned, the animals practically line up to greet you. It's just a constant parade of lions, hippos, elephants, leopards, giraffe, buffalo, hyena, wild dogs, kudu, puku, impala, mongoose, wildebeest, genets.... I'm terrible with bird names but there were many and often lovely (lilac-breasted roller, bee-eaters, fish eagle, giant eagle owl). Every game drive or walk is an adventure, as you don't know what you'll find but you know it'll be interesting!
My only concern is that safaris might become expensively addictive..." Read full review: 12 nights in Africa; 10 on a Zambia safari
I'm so glad I chose Zambia and specifically South Luangwa National Park for my first safari. I'm a little worried that I may have been spoiled - apparently it's not normal to see so many animals practically at will and sometimes you may have to wait.
I had already decided on Zambia, SLNP and Norman Carr Safaris before booking with Expert Africa. Lucy organised me beautifully and I didn't need much persuading to add a side trip to Victoria Falls. I was glad to have Lucy to fall back on when I managed to miss an internal flight, though fortunately I only needed her help (and reassurance!) to let the camp know my new arrival time.
At Livingstone, I stayed at Waterberry Lodge – loved my chalet with its verandah overlooking the lagoon, lunch on the deck serenaded by hippos grunting in the Zambezi. Had a wonderful helicopter flight over the falls and through the gorge.
Norman Carr Safaris were all they appear to be - truly excellent. I stayed at Kakuli, Mchenja and Nsolo. All three bushcamps were beautifully situated and well laid-out.
All the chalets I stayed in at each bushcamp were superbly comfortable - superking beds (given the full four-poster effect at night with mosquito nets) and hot water bottles if it was slightly chilly; solar-powered lamps and hot water; open air en-suite; inside and outside seating. Stupendously high roof, the beams and thatch are practically works of art themselves. Each room had fresh cold drinking water in a thermos, Peaceful Sleep mosquito spray and toiletries, I managed to resist the temptation to blow the emergency horn or whistle. There's a two-way cupboard in one of the walls where an early morning cup of tea/coffee will be delivered on request.
All the staff attached to the camps were so very welcoming and friendly, accommodating everyone's needs and wishes, and providing great meals. They really do work hard to ensure you are comfortable and get what you want out of your trip. I was unable to do any walking unfortunately, but there was no quibble about arranging an extra guide when needed. Quite often it was me, a guide and jeep and the beauty and bounty of SLNP - bliss.
As far as I'm concerned, the animals practically line up to greet you. It's just a constant parade of lions, hippos, elephants, leopards, giraffe, buffalo, hyena, wild dogs, kudu, puku, impala, mongoose, wildebeest, genets.... I'm terrible with bird names but there were many and often lovely (lilac-breasted roller, bee-eaters, fish eagle, giant eagle owl). Every game drive or walk is an adventure, as you don't know what you'll find but you know it'll be interesting!
My only concern is that safaris might become expensively addictive..." Read full review: 12 nights in Africa; 10 on a Zambia safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Ms S
Piedmont
"Beyond Epic!"
I visited Zambia between 25 Jun 2018 and 3 Jul 2018
"This was truly an experience of a lifetime!
The only things I would've changed is to try to have one additional night at Victoria Falls, and nicer accommodations in Lusaka. Overall, given that we were able to book our flights using award miles and had other obligations to work around, we certainly made the most of our time.
I was so impressed with our safari camps, and will definitely recommend them." Read full review: 8 nights in Africa; 8 on a Zambia safari
The only things I would've changed is to try to have one additional night at Victoria Falls, and nicer accommodations in Lusaka. Overall, given that we were able to book our flights using award miles and had other obligations to work around, we certainly made the most of our time.
I was so impressed with our safari camps, and will definitely recommend them." Read full review: 8 nights in Africa; 8 on a Zambia safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr C
EBMATINGEN
"Amazing experience all round"
I visited Zambia between 20 Jun 2018 and 2 Jul 2018
"If we did it again, we would have gone to Chongwe River Camp first, it was good there, but Kakuli and especially Mchenja were simply amazing and hard to match.
Apart from that, this was a wonderful trip, really well organised by EA, staying at 3 excellent camps where we really felt comfortable and at home.
Game and bird viewing in this region is fantastic, and the guides have a first class knowledge of the wild.
Simply an amazing holiday which will stay in the memory for a long time." Read full review: 12 nights in Africa; 10 on a Zambia safari
Apart from that, this was a wonderful trip, really well organised by EA, staying at 3 excellent camps where we really felt comfortable and at home.
Game and bird viewing in this region is fantastic, and the guides have a first class knowledge of the wild.
Simply an amazing holiday which will stay in the memory for a long time." Read full review: 12 nights in Africa; 10 on a Zambia safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr & Mrs B
Dersingham
"Mwamba and Kaingo - June 2018"
I visited Zambia between 9 Jun 2018 and 19 Jun 2018
"We had a wonderful time. This was our fourth visit to South Luangwa so we knew what to expect. Everything ran smoothly - from an easy and rapid booking process to the flights and transfers. It was really good to have the spacious family chalet (again!) at Kaingo, and to have Andrew and Yoram as guides, both of whom have been excellent in the past.
The very recent addition of electric battery charging points in each chalet at Mwamba was a welcome touch. This is worth mentioning to future travelers as it means that there is no longer a need to try to conserve camera battery life when staying there for a few days." Read full review: 10 nights in Africa; 8 on a Zambia safari
The very recent addition of electric battery charging points in each chalet at Mwamba was a welcome touch. This is worth mentioning to future travelers as it means that there is no longer a need to try to conserve camera battery life when staying there for a few days." Read full review: 10 nights in Africa; 8 on a Zambia safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr & Mrs M
Bath
"Memorable Holiday"
I visited Zambia between 9 Jun 2018 and 22 Jun 2018
"This was an extremely enjoyable holiday which was full of great memories.
All of the camps were excellent but we particularly enjoyed our visits to Kaingo and Mwamba. The organisation by Expert Africa and Claire was excellent. We never felt pressured when designing the holiday and Claire clearly understood what we were seeking and devised a schedule which met our requirements.
The whole trip went without any organisational problems.
We would like to mention the great service provided by your agents in Lusaka who managed the transfers between Lusaka Airport and Latitude 15. Having travelled for 20 hours we really appreciated the friendly, efficient service they provided." Read full review: 13 nights in Africa; 11 on a Zambia safari
All of the camps were excellent but we particularly enjoyed our visits to Kaingo and Mwamba. The organisation by Expert Africa and Claire was excellent. We never felt pressured when designing the holiday and Claire clearly understood what we were seeking and devised a schedule which met our requirements.
The whole trip went without any organisational problems.
We would like to mention the great service provided by your agents in Lusaka who managed the transfers between Lusaka Airport and Latitude 15. Having travelled for 20 hours we really appreciated the friendly, efficient service they provided." Read full review: 13 nights in Africa; 11 on a Zambia safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr J & Ms M
Tasmania
"My Jun 2018 trip"
I visited Zambia and 1 other country between 8 Jun 2018 and 25 Jun 2018
"Organisation from Expert Africa was excellent, and advice choices resulted in a really outstanding trip.
We could not be happier." Read full review: 17 nights in Africa; 8 on a Zambia safari
We could not be happier." Read full review: 17 nights in Africa; 8 on a Zambia safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr & Ms ES
Hornsea
"The best safari"
I visited Zambia between 7 Jun 2018 and 23 Jun 2018
"We had a fantastic time..... it was a very special holiday and we really enjoyed the whole experience, it couldn't have been better."
Read full review: 16 nights in Africa; 14 on a Zambia safari
Overall trip
Excellent
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