Africa: Reviews from our travellers

"On the whole this was a very welcome short break.

Everything went like clockwork, the camps were immensely comfortable and the game viewing was good, though I've had better.

It was, however, extremely hot." Read full review: 6 nights in Africa; 6 on a Botswana safari

"Amanda was very helpful through the whole process. Tafika was an absolute highlight. Puku Ridge was lovely and gave us a nice relaxed 3 nights stay after a hectic 3 week self driving journey, so it served our needs, however, I felt this lodge fell short for the price tag.

Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service: Expert Africa and Amanda have provided a great service, not to be faulted." Read full review: 5 nights in Africa; 5 on a Zambia safari

"We wanted to return to the Serian Camps in the Mara because of the exceptionally amazing experience we had there in 2017 and are expectations were fully met.

The wildlife in the Mara is amazing. We had wonderful, beautiful and exciting sightings every single day.

The camps are wonderful. (We are particularly in love with Nkorombo for it's simplicity and authenticity, but Serian in Mara North is a wonderful camp too)

The guiding is extraordinary good, all staff so attentive and friendly.

Here you are all set for a perfect safari." Read full review: 10 nights in Africa; 9 on a Kenya safari

"We had a very special time in Namibia.

The guidebook you kindly sent us was excellent and in the locations and lodges you recommended was well chosen and as per the advertised experience.

In hindsight, we could have chosen slightly lower key/cheaper lodges.

Saying that, we really enjoyed excellent food and beautiful rooms and facilities everywhere.

So we got our money's worth." Read full review: 14 nights in Africa; 14 on a Namibia trip

"Exceeded our expectations in every way.

Undoubtedly the best holiday we've ever had." Read full review: 13 nights in Africa; 8 on a Kenya safari

"I am very grateful that Parita directed me to the Laikipia region. Left to my own devices I may have opted for Tanzania.

I love rhinos, and Laikipia was definitely the right choice. After speaking to experienced safari travelers we were confirmed in the knowledge that this area was uniquely densely populated with both black and white rhinos. Aside from the game drives, seeing the last two surviving northern white rhinos was an awe inspiring experience.

As a first time visitor to Africa, I also would not have put together the Nairobi itinerary that Parita executed for us." Read full review: 6 nights in Africa; 4 on a Kenya safari

"Overall we had an excellent trip and experience. The main aim was to see rhino and we certainly managed that. The staff at all the camps and hotels couldn’t have been more friendly and helpful.

Travelling in Namibia was quite easy, even for oldies like us. A combination of the map, directions in the paperwork and Maps.Me worked very well. There are phone charging usb’s in the car and at all the camps. Tarmac roads from Windhoek to Etosha are all good. The only problem we had was in Etosha. The roads are very rutted and uncomfortable to drive on. Those turnoffs to the waterholes are even worse, and although they can be traversed with care, it does take time.

I think that the estimated time to travel from the Namutomi gate to Okaukuejo of 3hrs direct is quite optimistic. We stopped at three waterholes at the start then realised that we were well behind time, so just drove directly to the camp. That took about 6hrs overall. Despite that we did see some wildlife on the way, including two leopards under a tree. It seems that the park fees cover you for 26 rather than 24 hours. Having spent the night in the park we were going to go to the waterholes close to Okaukuejo, so checked with the staff there who wrote our latest departure time on our receipt, which was 26 hours after our entry. Incidentally the park fees were N$350 per day, not the N$170 we were expecting.

Although there was no diesel in Etosha when we were there, there is now a new filling station just a few kilometres from the Andersson gate. On the way back to Windhoek we stop the Village Boutique Coffee shop in Otjiwarongo which was very nice.

It was very slow getting in via Windhoek airport, with long queues to get through passport control (an hour). Fortunately for us a local official took pity on us and allowed us through earlier. You need to fill in a form on the way in, which they take, and fill in the same form on the way out, which you can collect just before passport control.

Lusaka airport was good. We were met on arrival and looked after before our flight to Anabezi and on the way back we were able to sit in Dave’s office with coffee and snacks, and helped with all the boarding requirements. All much appreciated

So, overall we did what we wanted to do and saw pretty well everything we wanted. The accommodation and people were great and despite the tedium of the long haul there and back, we had a fabulous time. Many thanks to Megan for putting it all together for us and always being helpful and available" Read full review: 14 nights in Africa; 8 on a Namibia trip

"We have used Expert Africa for over 15 years now and never had to call on them to sort a problem whilst in Africa but the understanding of our problem with the car hire and speed of their response and action was first class - the right help when we needed it.

They were able to turn round a trip that was becoming problematic in to one that we will remember for many years.

That is why we keep using them !" Read full review: 23 nights in Africa; 22 on a Namibia trip

"Superb holiday overall.

Had some wildlife sightings we’d not experienced before but a little disappointed not to see more cheetah as this had been the focus for this trip.

However we appreciate that nothing is guaranteed and the other sightings made up for that." Read full review: 12 nights in Africa; 11 on a Kenya safari

"Our trip was a dream come true. It was clear from my first call to Expert Africa that you had a lot to offer.

You were smart listeners, patiently crafting a great trip that matched our best hopes." Read full review: 14 nights in Africa; 12 on a Tanzania safari