Reviews of safaris to South Luangwa National Park
896 holiday reviews from our travellers of holidays which include South Luangwa.
Mr & Mrs P
Wiltshire
"Zambia July 2016"
I visited Zambia between 25 Jul 2016 and 6 Aug 2016
"We had a superb safari.
The weather was more akin to the end of August than the end of July and everywhere was very dry, forcing the game to the river. In all 3 lodges visited, Tena Tena, Lion Camp and Nkwali, we had excellent guides and better sightings than expected. Tena Tena and Lion Camp were more remote locations with less safari traffic than Nkwali.
We thoroughly enjoyed our trip." Read full review: 12 nights in Africa; 11 on a Zambia safari
The weather was more akin to the end of August than the end of July and everywhere was very dry, forcing the game to the river. In all 3 lodges visited, Tena Tena, Lion Camp and Nkwali, we had excellent guides and better sightings than expected. Tena Tena and Lion Camp were more remote locations with less safari traffic than Nkwali.
We thoroughly enjoyed our trip." Read full review: 12 nights in Africa; 11 on a Zambia safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Miss P
London
"Best Safari Ever in South Luangwa"
I visited Zambia between 22 Jul 2016 and 6 Aug 2016
"This was my 30th trip to Africa and my best yet.
The game viewing was truly amazing, with wild dogs and leopard cubs being the highlights. We had some excellent guiding, and the camps were stunning and very varied in style.
South Luangwa is a little piece of paradise and I think still under rated as a safari destination." Read full review: 15 nights in Africa; 14 on a Zambia safari
The game viewing was truly amazing, with wild dogs and leopard cubs being the highlights. We had some excellent guiding, and the camps were stunning and very varied in style.
South Luangwa is a little piece of paradise and I think still under rated as a safari destination." Read full review: 15 nights in Africa; 14 on a Zambia safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr & Mrs M
New Mexico
"8 Great Days, Trip of a lifetime"
I visited Zambia between 19 Jul 2016 and 28 Jul 2016
"Expert Africa and Freddie Sutton put everything together just like we asked for. The trip was everything that we had hoped for and more. We have a wonderful time.
Thank you very much,
Robert and Joan" Read full review: 9 nights in Africa; 8 on a Zambia safari
Thank you very much,
Robert and Joan" Read full review: 9 nights in Africa; 8 on a Zambia safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr S
Maidstone
"South Luangwa July 16"
I visited Zambia between 19 Jul 2016 and 28 Jul 2016
"First visit to Zambia, but have been to other game parks in Southern Africa.
July seemed to me a good time to have gone - slightly chilly at the start of the morning drives, soon warmed up but was never unbearably hot. Water low enough to ensure good concentration of game - this has to be the best place in the world for 'up close' leopard viewings, and lots of other game there too, including two good lengthy sightings of wild dogs.
Centre of the park where I started seemed to have more tourists there, but sightings never crowded, and the more northerly sector hardly saw anyone else whilst out on game drives. Would definitely recommend it." Read full review: 9 nights in Africa; 9 on a Zambia safari
July seemed to me a good time to have gone - slightly chilly at the start of the morning drives, soon warmed up but was never unbearably hot. Water low enough to ensure good concentration of game - this has to be the best place in the world for 'up close' leopard viewings, and lots of other game there too, including two good lengthy sightings of wild dogs.
Centre of the park where I started seemed to have more tourists there, but sightings never crowded, and the more northerly sector hardly saw anyone else whilst out on game drives. Would definitely recommend it." Read full review: 9 nights in Africa; 9 on a Zambia safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr J
Thailand
"Excellent Trip!"
I visited Zambia between 16 Jul 2016 and 1 Aug 2016
"Overall, the trip was excellent!
This was the second time I have worked with Expert Africa, and the professionalism, knowledge and helpfulness of the staff has totally and completely gained my trust and admiration.
Claire Scott was very easy and enjoyable to work with, as basically all of the staff I've worked with have been." Read full review: 16 nights in Africa; 16 on a Zambia safari
This was the second time I have worked with Expert Africa, and the professionalism, knowledge and helpfulness of the staff has totally and completely gained my trust and admiration.
Claire Scott was very easy and enjoyable to work with, as basically all of the staff I've worked with have been." Read full review: 16 nights in Africa; 16 on a Zambia safari
Overall trip
Excellent
David
Hales
"Hippo trip of a lifetime"
I visited Zambia between 15 Jul 2016 and 27 Jul 2016
"Despite starting with a downgrade from BA (not Expert Africa's fault, we asked for them because of their Worldtraveller Plus seats - big mistake it turns out - booking 10 months in advance cut no ice) this was a fantastic trip.
The main aim was to see hippos close up and personal and the Kaingo Camp hide provides that, as does the location. Leopard, Painted dogs, lion likes, leopard feeding in trees, lions, hyenas and leopards day and night..... were all a huge bonus for us. The whole experience exceeded our expectations and the promises made in the brochures.
Expert Africa were really helpful with the details (e.g. breaks at Pioneer Camp & Victoria Falls) and are currently engaging with BA over the outward downgrade refund." Read full review: 12 nights in Africa; 10 on a Zambia safari
The main aim was to see hippos close up and personal and the Kaingo Camp hide provides that, as does the location. Leopard, Painted dogs, lion likes, leopard feeding in trees, lions, hyenas and leopards day and night..... were all a huge bonus for us. The whole experience exceeded our expectations and the promises made in the brochures.
Expert Africa were really helpful with the details (e.g. breaks at Pioneer Camp & Victoria Falls) and are currently engaging with BA over the outward downgrade refund." Read full review: 12 nights in Africa; 10 on a Zambia safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Ms SF & Mr JMW
London
"Zambia July/Aug 2016"
I visited Zambia between 13 Jul 2016 and 4 Aug 2016
"Wonderful!! The logistics firm in particular - Team Africa? - who met us at Lusaka - were great! I'm sorry I can't definitely remember the name of the company. We wouldn't have caught the first connecting flight to Mfuwe if they hadn't hurried us through immigration. They were SO helpful at every interchange that I feel rather guilty about not having tipped them much, the problem being that we were usually rather disorientated at these junctures, with our minds on the difficulties that they were busy smoothing out. There were the big things, like catching planes and tracing luggage, which they handled very well, and also the small things, like returning a book I'd borrowed from Mchenja, which I was certain I could trust them with, that made our trip so very easy and relaxing. It was a totally luxurious 5-star holiday all the way."
Read full review: 22 nights in Africa; 21 on a Zambia safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Ms F & Ms K
USA
"July 2016 Zambia and the Seychelles"
I visited Zambia and 2 other countries between 11 Jul 2016 and 29 Jul 2016
"We chose Expert Africa on the recommendation of a close friend who had used the agency a couple of years ago. We are so glad we did!
We dealt with Maruska, who was amazing. She is knowledgeable, efficient and our questions (which seemed endless) were answered promptly and cheerfully. We were particularly impressed that Maruska put us in touch with a colleague in the UK office because she was not as familiar with the Seychelles. Admitting that, and getting us the information, is not something everyone is good at doing.
The Zambia portion of the trip was amazing and exceeded all of our expectations. The camps Maruska suggested were excellent - she asked us lots of questions and really tailored the experience to our preferences. She was very familiar with all the camps and her comments were spot on. We would definitely go back to Zambia.
We enjoyed the Seychelles. Seeing those amazing beaches and swimming in the warm ocean was delightful.
We would recommend Expert Africa." Read full review: 18 nights in Africa; 10 on a Zambia safari
We dealt with Maruska, who was amazing. She is knowledgeable, efficient and our questions (which seemed endless) were answered promptly and cheerfully. We were particularly impressed that Maruska put us in touch with a colleague in the UK office because she was not as familiar with the Seychelles. Admitting that, and getting us the information, is not something everyone is good at doing.
The Zambia portion of the trip was amazing and exceeded all of our expectations. The camps Maruska suggested were excellent - she asked us lots of questions and really tailored the experience to our preferences. She was very familiar with all the camps and her comments were spot on. We would definitely go back to Zambia.
We enjoyed the Seychelles. Seeing those amazing beaches and swimming in the warm ocean was delightful.
We would recommend Expert Africa." Read full review: 18 nights in Africa; 10 on a Zambia safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Dr W & Dr J
Victoria
"My Jul 2016 trip"
I visited Zambia between 2 Jul 2016 and 16 Jul 2016
"All the transfers worked well, no problems. All the lodges made a great effort with the gluten-free food.
A safari holiday in Zambia is really first rate and I want to return as soon as possible." Read full review: 14 nights in Africa; 14 on a Zambia safari
A safari holiday in Zambia is really first rate and I want to return as soon as possible." Read full review: 14 nights in Africa; 14 on a Zambia safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr & Mrs S
Oxon
"Just as good as last year's trip"
I visited Zambia between 18 Jun 2016 and 30 Jun 2016
"This holiday is virtually identical to the one we took in 2015. In last year's review we said that we had had the best holiday in over 40 years of travelling. This year's visit was at least as good if not better!
We continue to be very impressed by the quality of everything provided by Robin Pope Safaris. We would also like to mention the Tour Africa agents at Lusaka Airport. They met us and looked after us ensuring that our arrival and departure went smoothly for both domestic and international flights.
All of our holiday arrangements were made possible by Freddie Sutton at Expert Africa. Very many thanks." Read full review: 12 nights in Africa; 11 on a Zambia safari
We continue to be very impressed by the quality of everything provided by Robin Pope Safaris. We would also like to mention the Tour Africa agents at Lusaka Airport. They met us and looked after us ensuring that our arrival and departure went smoothly for both domestic and international flights.
All of our holiday arrangements were made possible by Freddie Sutton at Expert Africa. Very many thanks." Read full review: 12 nights in Africa; 11 on a Zambia safari
Overall trip
Excellent
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