Reviews of safaris to South Luangwa National Park
896 holiday reviews from our travellers of holidays which include South Luangwa.
Chris
Bath
"Tidied, Dirty but Very Happy"
I visited Zambia between 4 Oct 2017 and 14 Oct 2017
"A. Apart from Latitude 15, everything was excellent.
The guiding was first class and very productive, this makes all the difference to the enjoyment of a safari to Africa.
We experienced some very special moments that will be treasured." Read full review: 10 nights in Africa; 10 on a Zambia safari
The guiding was first class and very productive, this makes all the difference to the enjoyment of a safari to Africa.
We experienced some very special moments that will be treasured." Read full review: 10 nights in Africa; 10 on a Zambia safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr & Mrs R
Salisbury
"A great trip - thoroughly well organised"
I visited Zambia and 2 other countries between 3 Oct 2017 and 16 Oct 2017
"We had a fantastic trip. We had a fairly good idea of what we wanted to do from the outset, having travelled reasonably widely in the region before.
Expert Africa listened well, came up with a good itinerary first up and put us in the type of camps that we really like. You can't ask for more than that." Read full review: 13 nights in Africa; 8 on a Zambia safari
Expert Africa listened well, came up with a good itinerary first up and put us in the type of camps that we really like. You can't ask for more than that." Read full review: 13 nights in Africa; 8 on a Zambia safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Dr S
Cambrai
"My Oct 2017 trip"
I visited Zambia and 1 other country between 1 Oct 2017 and 17 Oct 2017
"We made a fantastic trip!
I really want to thank Megan for preparing it so well and for all the little attentions paid everywhere for our anniversary.
Thank you specifically for our anniversary celebration at Royal Livingstone that was fantastic.
Already looking forward to our next trip!" Read full review: 16 nights in Africa; 8 on a Zambia safari
I really want to thank Megan for preparing it so well and for all the little attentions paid everywhere for our anniversary.
Thank you specifically for our anniversary celebration at Royal Livingstone that was fantastic.
Already looking forward to our next trip!" Read full review: 16 nights in Africa; 8 on a Zambia safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr E
Kenilworth
"Great Safari "
I visited Zambia between 1 Oct 2017 and 8 Oct 2017
"The overall trip was a great experience, at times I felt we could have got slightly closer to the animals.
All of staff at Robin Pope are really dedicated and doing a great job which they all do with a feeling for nature and a wonderful country.
The one improvement I did mention to the staff would be to introduce a booklet for bird and animal sightings instead of the closely typed checklist." Read full review: 7 nights in Africa; 7 on a Zambia safari
All of staff at Robin Pope are really dedicated and doing a great job which they all do with a feeling for nature and a wonderful country.
The one improvement I did mention to the staff would be to introduce a booklet for bird and animal sightings instead of the closely typed checklist." Read full review: 7 nights in Africa; 7 on a Zambia safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr & Mrs D
Buckingham
"Our September 2017 trip to Zambia"
I visited Zambia between 21 Sep 2017 and 2 Oct 2017
"A huge thank you to Freddie and the team at Expert Africa for recommending the itinerary and then making sure everything worked like clockwork.
Arriving at Lusaka airport at the same time as another flight led to a rather full immigration queue but seeing our name on a board waved at the entrance took away any concerns about finding our way around.
This was our first trip to Africa and our first safari and I am sure that it won't be our last indeed we are already planning a trip next year (in our heads at the moment) but will certainly be coming back to Expert Africa to make it real." Read full review: 11 nights in Africa; 9 on a Zambia safari
Arriving at Lusaka airport at the same time as another flight led to a rather full immigration queue but seeing our name on a board waved at the entrance took away any concerns about finding our way around.
This was our first trip to Africa and our first safari and I am sure that it won't be our last indeed we are already planning a trip next year (in our heads at the moment) but will certainly be coming back to Expert Africa to make it real." Read full review: 11 nights in Africa; 9 on a Zambia safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr M
Fortis Green
"South Luwangwa in September"
I visited Zambia between 21 Sep 2017 and 24 Sep 2017
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I loved your website - being able to compare all the different lodges in one place made a huge difference.
Megan was incredibly responsive, helpful and knowledgable. Thanks very much." Read full review: 3 nights in Africa; 3 on a Zambia safari
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I loved your website - being able to compare all the different lodges in one place made a huge difference.
Megan was incredibly responsive, helpful and knowledgable. Thanks very much." Read full review: 3 nights in Africa; 3 on a Zambia safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr & Mrs F
Dorking
"Wonderful Zambian adventure "
I visited Zambia between 18 Sep 2017 and 29 Sep 2017
"We have had many African safari holidays but this was one of the best.
Small peaceful remote camps, excellent staff and accommodation. Standard of guiding was exceptional. The wildlife viewing was amazing.
For those interested in photography the provision of dust covers, beanbags etc was helpful and the hides afforded great opportunities to get amazing shots." Read full review: 11 nights in Africa; 11 on a Zambia safari
Small peaceful remote camps, excellent staff and accommodation. Standard of guiding was exceptional. The wildlife viewing was amazing.
For those interested in photography the provision of dust covers, beanbags etc was helpful and the hides afforded great opportunities to get amazing shots." Read full review: 11 nights in Africa; 11 on a Zambia safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr & Mrs JK
Surrey
"My Sep 2017 trip"
I visited Zambia between 18 Sep 2017 and 29 Sep 2017
"A truly brilliant trip - one of our best and we have been to Africa on safari on many occasions..
Our fears of the valley being overrun by vehicles were unfounded as the southern end of the Park was just beautiful and only saw Kainga and Mwamba vehicles. Plenty of game but then it was very hot and animals had to come to water. Wonderful photographic opportunities!
We would recommend this trip but perhaps go to the lodge on the Lower Zambezi at the end of the holiday and have a relaxing afternoon on the river and then collected for evening game drive!
All in all a memorable holiday." Read full review: 11 nights in Africa; 11 on a Zambia safari
Our fears of the valley being overrun by vehicles were unfounded as the southern end of the Park was just beautiful and only saw Kainga and Mwamba vehicles. Plenty of game but then it was very hot and animals had to come to water. Wonderful photographic opportunities!
We would recommend this trip but perhaps go to the lodge on the Lower Zambezi at the end of the holiday and have a relaxing afternoon on the river and then collected for evening game drive!
All in all a memorable holiday." Read full review: 11 nights in Africa; 11 on a Zambia safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Dr & Mrs C
Henley
"Wonderful Luangwa"
I visited Zambia between 17 Sep 2017 and 4 Oct 2017
"GREAT - everything worked
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You have always been extremely knowledgeable and helpful and everything has worked." Read full review: 17 nights in Africa; 14 on a Zambia safari
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
You have always been extremely knowledgeable and helpful and everything has worked." Read full review: 17 nights in Africa; 14 on a Zambia safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr D
Witney
"My Sep 2017 trip"
I visited Zambia between 15 Sep 2017 and 3 Oct 2017
"This was our first trip to Zambia and it was a very positive experience. We met a lot of multiple returnees and I can easily see why.
It is a shame it is classified as a malaria area because everywhere we went managers told us they did not have mosquitoes. The other wildlife is fantastic and plentiful at this time of year (late September - October).
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I think your team do a great job at the moment and I certainly recommend Expert Africa wholeheartedly whenever friends are thinking about visiting the area.
As Arnie famously said, I'll be back!" Read full review: 18 nights in Africa; 16 on a Zambia safari
It is a shame it is classified as a malaria area because everywhere we went managers told us they did not have mosquitoes. The other wildlife is fantastic and plentiful at this time of year (late September - October).
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
I think your team do a great job at the moment and I certainly recommend Expert Africa wholeheartedly whenever friends are thinking about visiting the area.
As Arnie famously said, I'll be back!" Read full review: 18 nights in Africa; 16 on a Zambia safari
Overall trip
Excellent
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