Africa: Reviews from our travellers

"A very memorable holiday - thanks to Expert Africa for understanding what sort of holiday we were looking for and for arranging it all so well" Read full review: 8 nights in Africa; 1 on a Zanzibar holiday

"Lovely holiday, beautiful place, friendly islanders

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On the whole everything went well and we really enjoyed our holiday thank you" Read full review: 13 nights in Africa; 6 on a Seychelles holiday

"It was a fabulous holiday, which we will never forget. All the pieces organised by Liz at Expert Africa fell into place, however improbable, including the tiny light aircraft which emerged in the bush to pick us up.

The camps were exactly as they had been described, so no place for disappointment; if anything, they were better than we had hoped for. It was a great advantage to be able to speak to knowledgable staff in London who could really help find the right places for us. Liz tried to persuade us not to go in February, and it was very hot, but we like that, coming from the European winter!

I would definitely recommend both the company and the camps to friends. Many thanks.

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I can't think of anything much! You might suggest that people bring their own rock shoes, as the coral and the urchins are quite a hazard.

Many thanks!" Read full review: 11 nights in Africa; 6 on a Zanzibar holiday

"We are experienced safari travellers and therefore do not go overboard with comments.

We know what we expect from certain areas we visit and plan our locations with the objective of seeing particular types of animal and bird.

We also know that "nothing is guaranteed".

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Regarding the "I can't comment" fields, I have not used your website much at all - perhaps I should have done - I tend to rely on direct telephone contact with the EA staff. On quotations, again I discuss at length with the staff to get the location and accommodation which I think meets our needs and is right on price." Read full review: 16 nights in Africa; 14 on a Botswana safari

"great" Read full review: 6 nights in Africa; 5 on a Botswana safari

"From the transfer from the international terminal to the domestic terminal and then our safe delivery to catch the BA flight home . everything went like clockwork. Havind been twice to Tanzania before , the trip certainly lived up to expectations .

We were meet at Arusha by our guide /driver Jackson who looked after us for 8 days. At all times he was absolutely excellent . Endlessly cheerful, he did his utmost to fill our game viewing desires. The vehicle was cleaned after every day and with the amount of mud we collected in and out that was no mean feat. Somedays we out practically out from dawn til dusk , always looking for the next sighting. Tea ,drinks and lunch stops he took in his stride , putting out the tables and chairs in some fantastic locations

Many thanks to Claire for all her advice and planning the trip for us.

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It was our eight trip with Expert Africa and everything as usual was immaculate" Read full review: 14 nights in Africa; 14 on a Tanzania safari

"The two lodges we stayed in were just what we wanted from a Safari & beach holiday.

Beho was far beyond our expectations - remote location - great game viewing & lovely rooms, comfort & hospitality - true perfection.

Ras K was ideal for relaxing at the beach - laid-back, rustic but 5 star comfort." Read full review: 12 nights in Africa; 6 on a Tanzania safari

"We could not have wished for better! There was absolutely nothing about the chosen camp site and resort that we could fault, Beho Beho is a place made in heaven we cannot speak more highly of their hospitality, service and comfort, I almost had to stop thinking for myself as they pre guessed everything we required arranged all our activities perfectly and attended to our every need without fail. They demonstrated high standards of hospitality at every level from manager, rangers to waiting and room staff.
Ras Kutani provided the perfect environment for rest and relaxation after safari. would highly recommend both resorts
We had a delay of 1 hour at Dar airport on the transfer to Ras Kutani, we had to sit in a minibus for the duration which had to be incurred in order that transfer details could be given to other holiday makers coming in on another flight after ours, it was unnecessary and just marred the holiday slightly." Read full review: 12 nights in Africa; 6 on a Tanzania safari

"We believe we got the balance and standard just about right. Gibbs Farm was the only disappointment. We would certainly return to Tanzania to include the Selous but we wouldn't necessarily wish to include Zanzibar again.

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Your attention to detail prior to the trip was first class. We look forward to future trips with you." Read full review: 14 nights in Africa; 6 on a Tanzania safari

"Directions good
Bullsport say all arrivals should phone for up to date road conditions and arrive by 4pm to avoid storms
This was essential at Sesriem as the R. Tsondab was running.

Good lodges
Good advice regarding the need for a 4x4 not a small car
Some advice on the best way to deal with roadside hawkers at roadside in towns and at crossroads. Uis is common haunt.

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Guidance literature repetitive

No breakdown of costs in quotation

Choice of lodges in each area (as you did for us in Swapokmund) comparing prices and facilities" Read full review: 30 nights in Africa; 14 on a Namibia trip