Africa: Reviews from our travellers

"Each day was busy with activities and the seven days were full and rewarding. Offbeat Meru is pretty unique and was made really special by our guide (Dominic) whose eye sight and knowledge were both excellent. We had to work to see animals in Meru national park, which is much more rewarding compared with places where sightings are guaranteed.

Chances we won't return to Offbeat, but we can imagine returning to Sandai not least because it is relaxed and easy going. There's little in the way of procedure and process and a lot to be said for meeting others of like mind. Nearby Solio is good for a satisfying safari and the Aberdares offers a contrast, especially up above 3000m.

Overall we were very happy with the week." Read full review: 7 nights in Africa; 4 on a Kenya safari

"We had an outstanding and truly memorable trip, both luxurious and with astonishing wildlife experiences. Wonderful." Read full review: 8 nights in Africa; 8 on a Tanzania safari

"Very enjoyable and in line with expectations.

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No suggestions - you offer great service and great value. Very satisfied." Read full review: 8 nights in Africa; 8 on a Tanzania safari

"Another great trip arranged by Expert Africa.

To improve things if we did a week again, we'd stay in just one place for the first 2 nights, not 2 as we did this time. It was just a little rushed" Read full review: 7 nights in Africa; 6 on a South Africa trip

"We thoroughly enjoyed our trip to Namibia - what an amazing country and what friendly people we met almost everywhere." Read full review: 22 nights in Africa; 18 on a Namibia trip

"We have been to sub-Sahara Africa fourteen times now, althogh not always to South Africa and not always with Expert Africa. This was another good trip with good sightseeing, game viewing, food and wine. An extra night would have been useful at some venues, but we had to cope with a fixed time slot.

Africa is an incurable disease - we will be back for more." Read full review: 16 nights in Africa; 13 on a South Africa trip

"Everything fitted into place well - the individual elements and transfers worked on schedule.

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We have used Expert Africa for many years and have utmost confidence in their organising abilities and information for our trips." Read full review: 17 nights in Africa; 5 on a Kenya safari

"We thoroughly enjoyed our trip and it was really illuminating to find that the game viewing in the conservancies is even better than in the parks/reserves. With the right guide, wonderful sightings can be had away from the crowds that are associated with some of the main parks. Given the places we specified we wanted to go to, we do not think you could have chosen better camps for us and you did well to recommend adding Lewa to our itinerary.

We went on from our trip with Expert Africa to join a photographic trip in two of the conservancies north of the Maasai Mara, staying at Kicheche Mara and Bush camps. The sightings here were superb and we highly recommend these camps/conservancies too.

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Keep up the good work! Every trip Expert Africa has planned for us has been superb and we are very grateful.

The client feedback on your website and your staff's knowledge of the camps also really helps us to make the right choices time after time." Read full review: 11 nights in Africa; 7 on a Kenya safari

"Trip as a whole was memorable. We took a few cd's as suggested for the car but didn't open them as the changing landscapes were fantastic and we didn't want to miss anything. It all made for a very exciting and relaxing time and everything 'fitted'.

We've already recommended it (and EA) to others.

We would love the opportunity to return

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Perhaps an improved route map." Read full review: 10 nights in Africa; 8 on a Namibia trip

"Overall it is hard to see how the trip could have been better. The trip was just right for us in that it was fairly active but in non-intrusive luxury.

Impala being on the River Rufiji gave a great amount of variety to the safaris. It wasn't a pampering experience - we were not looking for that - but fairly luxurious by most standards as long as you don't want AC, chandeliers and carpets. mAfia Island again suited us perfectly. It isn't really a beach holiday and again that is not what we were after. The island has a gently undeveloped feel - again it depends what you are after. The possibilities for marine activities are good for beginners and experience scuba divers with as rich a diving experience as one can get in the best of locations.

The team at EA obviously know their onions. Elizabeth did a great job taking over from where my own research had got to, with helpful recommendations and all at short notice.

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Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:" Read full review: 11 nights in Africa; 11 on a Tanzania safari