Botswana: reviews from our travellers
Original reviews written by our most recent Botswana travellers.
"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
"A fabulous experience"
"july to Africa"
"Okavango July 2016"
Needless to say, the Okavango Delta, the camps, the game, and the people all surpassed our expectations.
We had a fantastic holiday, and will definitely be back." Read full review: 11 nights in Africa; 5 on a Botswana safari
"Namibia, Botswana and Zambia July/Aug 2016"
We have learned so much about a part of the world unknown to us prior to this trip and it has certainly had an impact on the perspective that we now take about certain issues. We met some wonderful people, both inhabitants of the countries and fellow travellers, and the animals and birds that we encountered were magnificent.
It was humbling and impressive and I wish that everyone could be lucky enough to have such a fantastic opportunity.
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At the point of booking there were times when Tracy was clearly very busy and we had to wait for responses to our questions. Her passion for Namibia and Botswana always came through and we felt fortunate to have the benefit of this.
We had need to contact her a couple of times while we were away and her response on these occasions was extremely prompt, thorough, helpful and reassuring - we were very appreciative of her care and attention we received." Read full review: 26 nights in Africa; 15 on a Namibia trip
"5-Jul-2016 to 4-Aug-2016"
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The only suggestion would be to have people drive out the east gate of Etosha (which we did) and south through Otavi on the way to Mundulea Reserve, rather than you suggested departure through the south date of Etosha. Although more gravel road, you see more game." Read full review: 20 nights in Africa; 15 on a Namibia trip
"My Jul 2016 trip"
"Perfect"
Loved the Lodge and being there. Would use Expert Africa again if i rerun to Africa." Read full review: 3 nights in Africa; 3 on a Botswana safari
"Trip of a lifetime!"
We saw and experienced and met some great people and visited some fantastic camps!" Read full review: 13 nights in Africa; 11 on a Botswana safari
"Far Beyond Our Expectations"
Good Points:
1 Firsthand Information
Expert Africa offers firsthand information to their customers. Information is the latest and non-biased.
2 Quick Responses
Sarah answered my queries swiftly despite a time difference between London and Tokyo. She also gave me appropriate options. Without her professional support, I could not make this Botswana safari tour come true. Thank you so much!
3 Flexibility and Efficiency
When I asked Chris to change my itinerary, he rearranged my trip plan perfectly in a short time. I was amazed at his flexibility and efficiency. Thanks a lot, Chris!
To be improved: Warning for Coldness Needed. I wish I were informed more thoroughly of how cold it is in July in Botswana (especially during morning safaris). I brought a light down jacket. But it was not enough. I needed a heavier one. .
As I told Chris on the phone, I am a stage-four lung cancer patient. My doctor said I would probably be able to live another six months or so. If I live longer than that, I will try our second African safari tour next year. Then I wish to travel with Expert Africa again. See you then!
Feedback by Kazuko Enda
We are glad to have chosen Expert Africa.
Reliability was the No. 1 criterion.
Good points: quick responses to our inquiries, perfect arrangements, good reference documents, and emergency response.
This trip was to be a once-in-a-lifetime trip, but now we wish to do it again!" Read full review: 6 nights in Africa; 6 on a Botswana safari