Reviews of Lagoon Camp
Wildlife sightings and reviews
274 independent comments and wildlife information from our travellers who have visited Lagoon Camp and kindly agreed to share their thoughts. They do not necessarily represent the views of Expert Africa
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"Lagoon Camp review"
We enjoyed every minute of the stay, saw lots of game, our tent was as big as a house, and the food and service ws excellent. This was our first camp. What a great introduction to Botswana." See all these reviews: 6n in Botswana; 2n in Zimbabwe
"Lagoon Camp review"
Thabo seemed knowledgeable enough, but we and the other couple in our vehicle (experienced safari go-ers) agreed on our first full day out that we had never been on a game drive on which we saw so little in the way of game. We joked that Thabo must be afraid of elephants given his skill in avoiding any sightings of them. We did have better sightings of variety of animals on the game drive on the morning of our departure.
The highlight of the camp for us was the river cruise. It was not that game was so visible from the boat (save for many hippos and quite a few birds), but just that the scenery was entrancing and the trip (with our very congenial vehicle-sharers) very relaxing." See all these reviews: 7n in Botswana
"Lagoon Camp review"
Not a lot of wildlife due to the first rain" See all these reviews: 4n in Botswana; 1n in Zimbabwe
"Lagoon Camp review"
In common with all the camps the driver and tracker tend to concentrate on big game and to ignore birds and smaller wildlife at times which we would often be interested in also. If there was a chance of tracking a lion or leopard they tended to ignore everything else, but we think this is what most visitors probably want.
Having just four people to a truck was good. We also really enjoyed the sundowners!" See all these reviews: 8n in Botswana
"Cats & Dogs"
The staff are what make this camp being friendly and very focused on providing their guests with the best opportunity of seeing the wildlife treats.
We were very fortunate to see the Wild Dogs who had gone after the first sighting and we spent three days with the 3 cheetah brothers which was great viewing. This is a real bush camp and my only hope is that the new camp keeps the true feel of wild Africa." See all these reviews: 11n in Namibia; 3n in Botswana
"Lagoon Camp review"
The highlights were the game drives when we were on our own, on one of which we spent quite a long time watching the cheetahs and on the other the wild dog puppies.
We were rather disappointed to miss out on the boat trip due to a problem with its starter motor as this was one of the reasons for choosing Lagoon. But we still had a great time." See all these reviews: 6n in Botswana; 2n in Zambia
"Lagoon Camp review"
Liked the chalet, the guides were superb, esp Carlos and Bidi - the tracking skills of the latter were amazing to experience - 2 hrs of arduous tracking and we find wild dog pups and the adults, and witness an altercation between the dogs and a hyena. thrilling! Bidi knew and had told us that they were being followed by a hyena, and that they had stopped to attack it on the way. Fascinating.
Service slightly 'obvious' but really friendly and helpful. I am never quite sure why we need to be told to come up ladies first and men later, to the buffet counter - what it means is that the ladies have nearly finished eating before their male friends have started. If given free rein I think people would go up in groups and could eat together better. They made a charming effort to entertain us with singing.
I shall remember the guides most, and the wild dog and cheetah (even a leopard)." See all these reviews: 11n in Botswana
"Lagoon Camp review"
Outstanding guide and tracker (Marcos and Beedee)." See all these reviews: 11n in Botswana
'Lagoon was one of five camps on our itinerary – and certainly one of the most memorable for all of us. This was chiefly on account of our guide, Carlos, and tracker, BeeDee (?). They were a great team and together they taught us so much about the bush/savannah and its inhabitants. Their ultimately successful (against the odds, we were thinking!) tracking of a family of wild dogs with pups after abandoning their den was a triumph of skill and perseverance. Carlos was knowledgeable and interesting on so many subjects, and BeeDee, very bright and intuitive, was more impressive than most guides we met on the safari.
The camp staff were very attentive; they worked (and sang!) hard to create a friendly, memorable atmosphere.
Many thanks for a very special three days!'
"Senior Africa Specialist | Southern Africa & Seychelles"
"Amazing place."
Tent was very comfortable with fabulous riverside location. Staff very attentive and knowledgeable in camp and tracker and guide both excellent and very enthusiastic.
All game drives were great and extended day trip spent successfyully tracking cheetahs ended with camp manager driving our lunch out to us. The camp principle of tracking predators meant we witnessed two kills which was a brilliant experience in terms of seeing nature as it is. We also appreciated the limit of six people per vehicle and the staff's willingness to ensure everyone had a good time.
Already planning to return sometime." See all these reviews: 9n in Namibia; 4n in Botswana; 2n in Zambia
"Lagoon Camp review"
The camp is comfortable, tents are beautifully set and staff is most friendly. A wonderful stay, we won't forget!" See all these reviews: 9n in Botswana; 2n in Zambia
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