Reviews of safaris to Central Highlands
654 holiday reviews from our travellers of holidays which include Central Highlands.
Cambridge 4
UK
"Couldn't have been better"
I visited Namibia between 13 Sep 2017 and 29 Sep 2017
"We had a brilliant holiday. Given our brief to Expert Africa & the short time frame we gave them, they interpreted our requirements very well, - it couldn't have been better.
I had bought the Bradt guide to Namibia a few months before the trip & was very impressed with the content hence the main reason I chose Expert Africa. It is the best guide book I have read in recent years & would highly recommend it.
The 'Notes to Travellers' provided with the itinerary was great.
Other travellers reviews were also interesting and helpful.
We will certainly use them again.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
I can't think of anything" Read full review: 16 nights in Africa; 14 on a Namibia trip
I had bought the Bradt guide to Namibia a few months before the trip & was very impressed with the content hence the main reason I chose Expert Africa. It is the best guide book I have read in recent years & would highly recommend it.
The 'Notes to Travellers' provided with the itinerary was great.
Other travellers reviews were also interesting and helpful.
We will certainly use them again.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
I can't think of anything" Read full review: 16 nights in Africa; 14 on a Namibia trip
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr & Mrs H
Bath
"The best way to see Africa"
I visited Namibia and 2 other countries between 9 Sep 2017 and 25 Sep 2017
"Thank you for organising such a brilliant trip for us.
Every single thing that you arranged ran smoothly - many thanks
We know Africa well, but this was exceptional." Read full review: 16 nights in Africa; 13 on a Namibia trip
Every single thing that you arranged ran smoothly - many thanks
We know Africa well, but this was exceptional." Read full review: 16 nights in Africa; 13 on a Namibia trip
Overall trip
Excellent
namibia
UK
"My Sep 2017 trip"
I visited Namibia between 7 Sep 2017 and 18 Sep 2017
"When we booked out trip to Namabia there was a limited choice of accommodation, which was obviously unfortunate, as we would have appreciated higher quality of accommodation for the additional cost involved.
Windhoek airport were implementing new computer systems when we arrived and left, which lengthened the queues. Hopefully the "teething" issues are now sorted." Read full review: 11 nights in Africa; 10 on a Namibia trip
Windhoek airport were implementing new computer systems when we arrived and left, which lengthened the queues. Hopefully the "teething" issues are now sorted." Read full review: 11 nights in Africa; 10 on a Namibia trip
Overall trip
Good
Alan
Glasgow
"My Sep 2017 trip"
I visited Namibia and 2 other countries between 6 Sep 2017 and 28 Sep 2017
"We had a 30 day trip encompassing Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe and Capetown A bit of an epic adventure with lots of fantastic memories.
All the organisation worked like clockwork and I was very pleased at the helpfulness that Justin demonstrated in trying to pull this trip together to suit our needs. With such a lengthy itinerary and so many stops on the route, it could have been no easy task to get all the pieces to fit together. The first law of sales is that people buy from people (no matter what Trump says).
Justin made it easy to do business with Expert Africa and though the trip was way over budget, we still went ahead as I has trust that he had pulled an appropriate trip together for us. We weren't disappointed." Read full review: 22 nights in Africa; 13 on a Namibia trip
All the organisation worked like clockwork and I was very pleased at the helpfulness that Justin demonstrated in trying to pull this trip together to suit our needs. With such a lengthy itinerary and so many stops on the route, it could have been no easy task to get all the pieces to fit together. The first law of sales is that people buy from people (no matter what Trump says).
Justin made it easy to do business with Expert Africa and though the trip was way over budget, we still went ahead as I has trust that he had pulled an appropriate trip together for us. We weren't disappointed." Read full review: 22 nights in Africa; 13 on a Namibia trip
Overall trip
Excellent
Paul & Nicky
Keswick
"My Sep 2017 trip"
I visited Namibia between 3 Sep 2017 and 19 Sep 2017
"Namibia is a country of striking beauty. We thoroughly enjoyed our adventure and we only wish that could have stayed longer.
The trip ran very smoothly and we thank Expert Africa, and particularly Tom Morris for his guidance.
A holiday full of memories that will last a lifetime." Read full review: 16 nights in Africa; 16 on a Namibia trip
The trip ran very smoothly and we thank Expert Africa, and particularly Tom Morris for his guidance.
A holiday full of memories that will last a lifetime." Read full review: 16 nights in Africa; 16 on a Namibia trip
Overall trip
Excellent
Gurinder & Jill
UK
"Namibia Adventure "
I visited Namibia between 2 Sep 2017 and 18 Sep 2017
"As first time visitors to Namibia we enjoyed our trip overall and we would return but only to specific areas, ie the north Etosha, the central Erongo, and Okonjima areas. We would not bother going back to Swakapmond as we found it quite chilly and uninspiring. Although we enjoyed seeing the flocks of flamingos and we took a scenic flight over the namib desert rather than drive all the way down there. Highlights for us were Etosha, Erongo Mountains and Okonjima. We saw pretty much all the types of wildlife we hoped to see, and more. We enjoyed the challenge of driving on the harsh roads once we became accustomed to this - taking it in turns to take the wheel. We plan to return at some stage in the future and maybe next time spend a bit longer in Etosha. We would also recommend Expert Africa as trip planners."
Read full review: 16 nights in Africa; 16 on a Namibia trip
Overall trip
Excellent
The Leemings
Kent
"My Sep 2017 trip"
I visited Namibia and 1 other country between 1 Sep 2017 and 23 Sep 2017
"Other than the reservations noted above regarding 3 of the camps, we were very pleased with the holiday.
We would however warn anyone with similar plans, that the drive through the Caprivi strip is long and rather boring. We would not chose to do that part of the trip again.
Mundulea was a new highlight . We only wish that we had visited there on earlier trips." Read full review: 22 nights in Africa; 15 on a Namibia trip
We would however warn anyone with similar plans, that the drive through the Caprivi strip is long and rather boring. We would not chose to do that part of the trip again.
Mundulea was a new highlight . We only wish that we had visited there on earlier trips." Read full review: 22 nights in Africa; 15 on a Namibia trip
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr & Mrs K
New Forest
"Fantastic!"
I visited Namibia between 30 Aug 2017 and 15 Sep 2017
"We first contacted Tom in May to enquire about the possibility of arranging a holiday to Namibia in August/September. From day one he listened to our preferences and requirements and managed to put together an excellent itinerary in very short order. We very much appreciated his suggestions for places to eat, excursions, side trips etc and also his in-depth knowledge of what to expect at the places we stayed.
It was good to be met by the Wilderness rep on arrival in Windhoek who helped us with SIM card purchase and hire car collection.
Namibia surpassed our expectations as a holiday destination. Everyone we met was very friendly and helpful, the scenery was spectacular and we saw much more wildlife than we anticipated.
Despite some initial concerns about self-drive, we thoroughly enjoyed it and are glad we decided to travel this way. (Having a brand new 4x4 pickup certainly helped!)
All in all a wonderful experience and we would recommend it to anyone - along with Expert Africa!" Read full review: 16 nights in Africa; 16 on a Namibia trip
It was good to be met by the Wilderness rep on arrival in Windhoek who helped us with SIM card purchase and hire car collection.
Namibia surpassed our expectations as a holiday destination. Everyone we met was very friendly and helpful, the scenery was spectacular and we saw much more wildlife than we anticipated.
Despite some initial concerns about self-drive, we thoroughly enjoyed it and are glad we decided to travel this way. (Having a brand new 4x4 pickup certainly helped!)
All in all a wonderful experience and we would recommend it to anyone - along with Expert Africa!" Read full review: 16 nights in Africa; 16 on a Namibia trip
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr R
Napier
"Namibia and Botswana 2017"
I visited Namibia and 1 other country between 28 Aug 2017 and 29 Sep 2017
"Wonderful trip
No hiccups with bookings thanks very much Maruska" Read full review: 32 nights in Africa; 23 on a Namibia trip
No hiccups with bookings thanks very much Maruska" Read full review: 32 nights in Africa; 23 on a Namibia trip
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr & Mrs H
Fleet
"An exciting trip"
I visited Namibia between 19 Aug 2017 and 5 Sep 2017
"A great trip. Very varied. Friendliness wherever we went. A lot of miles, many on poor roads, the rest on very good (and quiet) paved roads. The standard of lodges was, on the whole, very high. The food was better than expected. Most of the extra activities were good and the country was as dramatic as we hoped. Virtually no mosquitoes at this time of year.
We changed plane at Jo'burg. No biometric checks in transit or any problems with forwarded luggage." Read full review: 17 nights in Africa; 14 on a Namibia trip
We changed plane at Jo'burg. No biometric checks in transit or any problems with forwarded luggage." Read full review: 17 nights in Africa; 14 on a Namibia trip
Overall trip
Excellent
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Our suggestions for safari camps in Central Highlands
Ondudu
A long-time favorite, Ondudu Safari Lodge is now under new management, and we're eager to see how this charming, laid-back retreat continues to evolve.
Mundulea Reserve
The rustic Mundulea Bushcamp offers superb and varied walking in the company of a top-class guide on a reserve that features many endangered or endemic species.
Frans Indongo Lodge
For a chance to spot some rare game species, Frans Indongo Lodge is an ideal stop over between Windhoek and the Etosha National Park.
Ai Aiba Lodge
A convenient stop between Etosha and Windhoek,.Ai Aiba is a simple and relatively large lodge with plenty of great walking, and some spectacular San rock art.
Ghaub Guest Farm
Ghaub Guestfarm is a charming guestfarm on the site of an old mission station, in an unusually verdant patch of Namibia.
Elegant Farmstead
A stylish and peaceful lodge, The Elegant Farmstead is a relaxing and comfortable place to break the journey between Windhoek and Etosha.
Cheetah View
Cheetah View Lodge offers guests the chance to see cheetahs at close range and to learn about the work of the Cheetah Conservation Fund.
Hohenstein Lodge
Hohenstein Lodge is situated south of the Erongo Mountain Range. Each of its ten chalets has been built to make the most of the panoramic views.
