Reviews of safaris to Central Kalahari Game Reserve
142 holiday reviews from our travellers of holidays which include Central Kalahari .
Dr & Mrs N
USA
"Overall"
I visited Botswana between 12 Mar 2012 and 22 Mar 2012
"We had a totally delightful time in Botswana and are very grateful for all the help Maruska gave along the way-could not recommend her services any higher."
Read full review: 10 nights in Africa; 7 on a Botswana safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr & Mrs B
Wiltshire
"The Trip Overall"
I visited Botswana and 1 other country between 27 Feb 2012 and 6 Mar 2012
"Well organised"
Read full review: 8 nights in Africa; 7 on a Botswana safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr & Mrs T
Hants
"An exciting return to nature"
I visited Botswana and 1 other country between 27 Feb 2012 and 6 Mar 2012
"A an exceptional wild animal experience, but the accommodation was very basic.
Our luggage guardian at Johannesburg was helpful and efficient and prompt.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
We regret not having considered including the Victoria Falls in our itinerary and it was not logistically possible to amend that once in Botswana. However we would have responded to prompting from Expert Africa for this additional option." Read full review: 8 nights in Africa; 7 on a Botswana safari
Our luggage guardian at Johannesburg was helpful and efficient and prompt.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
We regret not having considered including the Victoria Falls in our itinerary and it was not logistically possible to amend that once in Botswana. However we would have responded to prompting from Expert Africa for this additional option." Read full review: 8 nights in Africa; 7 on a Botswana safari
Overall trip
Good
Mr R & Mrs B
Portugal
"Another great trip"
I visited Namibia and 2 other countries between 20 Jan 2012 and 12 Mar 2012
"All went according to plan with no problems. We have highlighted only 2 things that were not up to standard but not of your doing.
We thoroughly enjoyed the trip and the organisation by yourselves was first class as always.
We asked for our documentation to be sent early as we were leaving our home in Portugal a few days before the part of our holiday that you organised and it arrived even earlier than we expected. Thank you for that.
Can't wait for the next one!
Cannot think of anything." Read full review: 52 nights in Africa; 10 on a Namibia trip
We thoroughly enjoyed the trip and the organisation by yourselves was first class as always.
We asked for our documentation to be sent early as we were leaving our home in Portugal a few days before the part of our holiday that you organised and it arrived even earlier than we expected. Thank you for that.
Can't wait for the next one!
Cannot think of anything." Read full review: 52 nights in Africa; 10 on a Namibia trip
Overall trip
Excellent
Ms A
Nashville
"Vince and Annette in Africa-# 2."
I visited Botswana and 3 other countries between 20 Dec 2011 and 14 Jan 2012
"I think overall we liked Tanzania and Zanzibar better than Botswana and the Seychelles. However, it is like comparing apples to oranges. We have been fortunate in that we have been to Africa before and it is hard not to compare trips. Definitely flying from camp to camp is the way to go.
I think we must have just lucked our with our 1 and only guide in Tanzania, because we just loved him and we were with him for 10 days. If only we could have had ALL of the staff @ Lebala with us for the entire trip. Unfortunately that makes such a big difference, the people you share your time with.
As far as the safari/animal encounters it was great. In Botswana you see far less numbers of animals, but you are able to get much closer and with much fewer fellow tourists around. The part of the trip that we both liked the least was the Seychelles. To many transfers and to many quick overnight stays. The flights times did not make anything easy. We would get in to late the 1st night and then have to leave at the crack of dawn the following morning, missing meals, etc. Or we would get in too early to check in and would have to hang out in the common area for hours until our room was ready. Conveniently breakfast was always over and it wasn't time for lunch. I don't eat much @ 6 am while heading out the door for yet another shuttle/ferry or plane trip.
I know that Air Seychelles REALLY messed up our itinerary, and I think it would have been much better before all the changes. It certainly is beautiful there." Read full review: 25 nights in Africa; 10 on a Botswana safari
I think we must have just lucked our with our 1 and only guide in Tanzania, because we just loved him and we were with him for 10 days. If only we could have had ALL of the staff @ Lebala with us for the entire trip. Unfortunately that makes such a big difference, the people you share your time with.
As far as the safari/animal encounters it was great. In Botswana you see far less numbers of animals, but you are able to get much closer and with much fewer fellow tourists around. The part of the trip that we both liked the least was the Seychelles. To many transfers and to many quick overnight stays. The flights times did not make anything easy. We would get in to late the 1st night and then have to leave at the crack of dawn the following morning, missing meals, etc. Or we would get in too early to check in and would have to hang out in the common area for hours until our room was ready. Conveniently breakfast was always over and it wasn't time for lunch. I don't eat much @ 6 am while heading out the door for yet another shuttle/ferry or plane trip.
I know that Air Seychelles REALLY messed up our itinerary, and I think it would have been much better before all the changes. It certainly is beautiful there." Read full review: 25 nights in Africa; 10 on a Botswana safari
Overall trip
Average
D & S
Shenfield Essex
"Wonderful Botswana!"
I visited Botswana between 10 Nov 2011 and 23 Nov 2011
"This trip was our secong in Botswana and we enjoyed it just as much as the first.
There were a few minor hiccups, but this is the middle of a very large country and overall, the accommodation, service, food and staff were excellent. Wilderness Safaris really do have the whole thing under brilliant control and we always recommend them - and Expert Africa - to anyone who is thinking of travelling to Africa. We would not think of using anyone else. Thank you once again for making our stay wonderful!!
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
No! Just keep up the good work!" Read full review: 13 nights in Africa; 12 on a Botswana safari
There were a few minor hiccups, but this is the middle of a very large country and overall, the accommodation, service, food and staff were excellent. Wilderness Safaris really do have the whole thing under brilliant control and we always recommend them - and Expert Africa - to anyone who is thinking of travelling to Africa. We would not think of using anyone else. Thank you once again for making our stay wonderful!!
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
No! Just keep up the good work!" Read full review: 13 nights in Africa; 12 on a Botswana safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr & Mrs W
Chorley
"Memorable holiday in a lovely country"
I visited Botswana and 1 other country between 1 Nov 2011 and 20 Nov 2011
"Thank you for making this such a memorable holiday. Yours was the best holiday brochure we have ever received.
The people of Botswana were an absolute pleasure - so friendly, helpful, courteous, and they have a lovely sense of humour.
We would like to visit again at a different time of year.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
We have no hesitation in recommending your company." Read full review: 19 nights in Africa; 16 on a Botswana safari
The people of Botswana were an absolute pleasure - so friendly, helpful, courteous, and they have a lovely sense of humour.
We would like to visit again at a different time of year.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
We have no hesitation in recommending your company." Read full review: 19 nights in Africa; 16 on a Botswana safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Dr D & Mrs V
UK
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I visited Namibia and 1 other country between 17 Oct 2011 and 3 Nov 2011
"This was our second visit to Namibia with Expert Africa.
It was a well-planned itinerary and we found that although the distances looked vast on the map, they were feasible. A fascinating trip.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
Mrs. V felt that provision of hairdryers where possible would have made the trip even better." Read full review: 17 nights in Africa; 11 on a Namibia trip
It was a well-planned itinerary and we found that although the distances looked vast on the map, they were feasible. A fascinating trip.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
Mrs. V felt that provision of hairdryers where possible would have made the trip even better." Read full review: 17 nights in Africa; 11 on a Namibia trip
Overall trip
Good
Mr G x 4
Norway
"Self drive in Namibia"
I visited Namibia and 1 other country between 2 Oct 2011 and 18 Oct 2011
"We had a wonderful trip. We got what we came for, a lot of wild animals, great nature and an exciting holiday.
A beautiful country with friendly people. It was very easy driving on good roads and no problems occured.
We are very excited and will certainly make another trip in the future.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
When we entered Etosha, we saw that big areas were burnt down. This probably affected the wildlife, and we would want to have some info about these conditions in forehand, if possible of course." Read full review: 16 nights in Africa; 10 on a Namibia trip
A beautiful country with friendly people. It was very easy driving on good roads and no problems occured.
We are very excited and will certainly make another trip in the future.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
When we entered Etosha, we saw that big areas were burnt down. This probably affected the wildlife, and we would want to have some info about these conditions in forehand, if possible of course." Read full review: 16 nights in Africa; 10 on a Namibia trip
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr & Mrs W
Wiltshire
"Wild Dogs & Honey Badgers"
I visited Botswana between 24 Sep 2011 and 4 Oct 2011
"Excellent and we cant wait to come back - already asked for another quote.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
None - you are doing a very good job" Read full review: 10 nights in Africa; 9 on a Botswana safari
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
None - you are doing a very good job" Read full review: 10 nights in Africa; 9 on a Botswana safari
Overall trip
Excellent
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