Africa: Reviews from our travellers
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"Trip of a lifetime"
Our trip was literally years in planning - with many many questions, itinerary changes and emails. We were nightmare clients but Marushka was amazing. She always patiently answered our questions, gave us many options, allayed any fears/concerns and guided us in our decisions. The end result was perfect and we are so grateful to Maruska!
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Keep Maruska happy!" Read full review: 8 nights in Africa; 8 on a Tanzania safari
"Rwanda and Serengeti experience"
Olakira camp was fantastic - a great choice for anyone interested in witnessing the amazing wildebeest migration. The service, facilities, food and guiding was nothing short of exceptional.
I could not recommend the Ngorongora crater or Manyara based on our experience. It really fell short after the Serengeti although a better guide would no doubt have contributed to a richer experience." Read full review: 9 nights in Africa; 5 on a Tanzania safari
"My August 2016 trip"
However the landscapes and the wildlife were stunning, the lodges generally very comfortable and it was certainly a truly memorable holiday." Read full review: 21 nights in Africa; 16 on a Namibia trip
"Brilliant!"
Liz was extremely helpful, and went beyond the call of duty to answer inane questions so that our trip was as enjoyable as it possibly could have been. The car hire was seamless, as were the flights, and every single one of our accommodations was excellent. No surprises at all!
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All was outstanding - thank you Liz and the team for another memorable trip." Read full review: 14 nights in Africa; 13 on a Namibia trip
"One in a life experience"
Lucy, you are the best! Thank you!
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Difficult to improve!" Read full review: 5 nights in Africa; 3 on a Botswana safari
"Great Safari Trip Aug 16 with Expert Africa"
We loved the two lodges were we stayed as well as the two national parks Selous and Ruaha - very complementary and different, both very special and not too touristy at all, despite high season. Closing a week of safari with a few days in Zanzibar turned also out to be the right decision. Thanks also a lot for the complimentary travel guide on Zanzibar - excellent reading, I would recommend it to every traveler. All in all a great holiday!
We would recommend Expert Africa to any friends planning the same thing." Read full review: 14 nights in Africa; 7 on a Tanzania safari
"Trip of a lifetime."
Everyone we spoke to at Expert were excellent. The attention to detail and personalised service was extremely impressive and the trip we had couldn't have been more perfect. Thank you!
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Keep doing what you're doing!" Read full review: 16 nights in Africa; 16 on a Tanzania safari
"My Jul 2016 trip"
"Return to Namibia"
After arriving in Windhoek we made our way to the Caprivi strip, going into Botswana and Zambia.
The mainly tar roads were very easy driving, with sand tracks to all the lodges we visited.
Our 4x4 was supplied by Bidvest and was a free upgrade on the vehicle we had booked. Picking up and dropping off the vehicle was easy and the staff were helpful and well informed.
All the lodges we used were excellent ,as were the pre_arranged transfers and river crossings.
We could not fault any aspect of this holiday and could recommend a self drive holiday to any of these countries.
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We were pleased with every aspect of our booking, the quality of accommodation, the transfers and car hire. It is rare to return from a holiday without having something that disappointed but we could not fault a thing!
Will recommend Expert Africa to anyone visiting this part of the World.
Many thanks." Read full review: 13 nights in Africa; 8 on a Namibia trip
"Fantastic trip"
I have already recommended Expert Africa to friends.
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Not really. Everything was amazing! Only place I would skip is Halali and spend more time at Ungomo, which I think Maruska tried for but wasn't able to get for us.
I would have preferred to be told exactly what to tip and to prepare envelopes in advance. the tipping protocols were somewhat overwhelming.
Here's an example: the literature told us to tip at b and b places at the end of the trip, using the tip box. But when someone carried our bags, it was clear that they expected a tip. this left us awkwardly fumbling for change and trying to figure out local currency on the spot.
Don't know how to fix this." Read full review: 18 nights in Africa; 13 on a Namibia trip

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