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Botswana

The Okavango's waterways are often crystal clear; great for a tranquil mokoro trip.

The Makgadikgadi Salt Pans are the bed of an ancient lake

All of our fishing in the Okavango is done catch-and-release

Floating papyrus reed beds create a new experience for every boat trip

A leopard will exploit every possible advantage when hunting

Animals in Botswana's protected areas are generally relaxed around safari vehicles

The Gomoti River forms part of Moremi Game Reserve's southern boundary.

Botswana

Botswana: reviews from our travellers

Original reviews written by our most recent Botswana travellers.

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NYC mom
USA

"july to Africa"

I visited Botswana and 1 other country between 22 Jul 2016 and 29 Jul 2016
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr T
Weybridge

"A fabulous experience"

I visited Botswana and 1 other country between 22 Jul 2016 and 8 Aug 2016
"Well organised. Expert Africa put together a very special safari experience." Read full review: 17 nights in Africa; 9 on a Botswana safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr B
Basel

"Okavango July 2016"

I visited Botswana between 21 Jul 2016 and 1 Aug 2016
"This was our first safari, so we had no idea what to expect, but simultaneously very high hopes.

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
Overall trip
Excellent
Ms C
London

"Namibia, Botswana and Zambia July/Aug 2016"

I visited Namibia and 2 other countries between 19 Jul 2016 and 14 Aug 2016
"We were away for a month on what was undoubtedly the trip of a lifetime.

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.

Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:

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
Overall trip
Excellent
Dr A, B & B
San Diego

"5-Jul-2016 to 4-Aug-2016"

I visited Namibia and 2 other countries between 15 Jul 2016 and 4 Aug 2016
"Have nothing to add beyond writing that Maruska was tremendous to work with. Well done!

Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:

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
Overall trip
Excellent
Mrs J & Family
Dunmow

"My Jul 2016 trip"

I visited Botswana and 1 other country between 12 Jul 2016 and 26 Jul 2016
"I think we suffered a little as Nick had left the company and Lucy had picked up our trip at a later stage. The itinerary details could have been better and were a little sparse." Read full review: 14 nights in Africa; 9 on a Botswana safari
Overall trip
Excellent
The C family
Surrey

"Trip of a lifetime!"

I visited Botswana between 8 Jul 2016 and 21 Jul 2016
"Wonderful!

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
Overall trip
Excellent
Mrs J
Mill Valley

"Perfect"

I visited Botswana between 8 Jul 2016 and 11 Jul 2016
"Everything was as advertised and planned. Not one problem.

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
Overall trip
Excellent
Tokyo traveler
Japan

"Far Beyond Our Expectations"

I visited Botswana between 6 Jul 2016 and 12 Jul 2016
"Feedback by Hitoshi E.

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
Overall trip
Excellent
M family
Hampshire

"Another lovely Namibian holiday"

I visited Namibia and 1 other country between 2 Jul 2016 and 16 Jul 2016
"This was our second self-drive holiday in Namibia, so we were all looking forward to the beautiful scenery, wonderful friendly welcomes, and very high standard of accommodation even in the bush, which we had enjoyed previously and we were not disappointed anywhere!
Very well organised, all meetings, border crossings etc worked.
Manageable driving distances each day (more tarmac than the West part of Namibia).

We mostly did our own drives in the reserves and did not see leopard and cheetah this time. Etosha is fantastic but it is so vast it is difficult to do it justice: you may need a lot of time to go from one waterhole to another if you arrive at a deserted one.

Some slightly odd details: e.g. suggesting laundry possible at Mundulea (it isn't), note Ndhovu runs on Botswana time." Read full review: 14 nights in Africa; 11 on a Namibia trip
Overall trip
Excellent
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