Namibia: reviews from our travellers
Unedited reviews written by our most recent Namibia travellers
"Magnificent - the best Apart from the less t"
I travelled with 2 friends who had been before and 3 ' newbies ' who were thrilled with the whole Southern African experience and I don't think it will be their last trip.
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Everything was efficiently handled and a BIG thank you to Maruska." Read full review: 22 nights in Africa; 9 on a Namibia trip
"Zambia, Botswana & Namibia Aug-Sep 2016"
On the downside, the intimate knowledge that I usually have of every trip was gone. For me, this is part of the fun of a trip, so I missed it... having to check the itinerary every time I wanted to know something, rather than simply recalling it.
On the upside, the reason we had decided to use an agent was the difficulties of organising smooth transfers and bookings in a relatively unique environment... and almost everything went like clockwork. Where there was a hitch (the hotel 'upgrade' in Livingstone; pick-up going to the wrong end of the trip in Kasane) it was nothing to do with the booking or agent.
Taken as a whole we enjoyed the holiday very much indeed. Naturally there were highlights - Doro Nawas, Chongwe River Camp and Chobe Under Canvas would be our top three - but small things, like the fascination of the Zambia / Namibia border crossing at Kazangula or the starkness of the road from Henties Bay to Uis, also stood out as hugely interesting." Read full review: 18 nights in Africa; 7 on a Namibia trip
"August 2016 - excellent trip"
Many thanks to them. I definitely wish to use them for my next trip to Africa." Read full review: 14 nights in Africa; 12 on a Namibia trip
"Our August celebratory trip - 2016"
Our stay at Footsteps across the Delta was the absolute highlight for the three boys and to be 100% recommended. The houseboat on the Chobe river was a fantastic way to chill, particularly for the adults, but still enabling peaceful game viewing.
All our arrangements went like clockwork, especially for Africa!
We would all happily recommend the enthusiasm and knowledge of the company.
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No suggestions ... which says it all!" Read full review: 6 nights in Africa; 3 on a Namibia trip
"Namibia 2016"
As ever with Namibia, there are new experiences, such as seeing the effect of extended drought, Rhino tracking, wild camping in Messum Crater - including experiencing the coastal fog in the dunes. We saw a good range of wildlife, often in stunning surroundings. Also amazing desert plantlife from Lichens to the most impressive Welwitchias in and around the Messum Crater. The camping trip was an excellent contrast to staying at the lodges." Read full review: 22 nights in Africa; 17 on a Namibia trip
"Unforgettable!"
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Both Chris and Tom put our trip to Namibia together at very short notice. They did an incredible job and our trip to Namibia has been our best family holiday so far.
Their knowledge of the country, and advice re where to stay (and ability to book amazing accommodation at short notice!) and what to do was invaluable. My husband and I are generally independent travellers, but in this case, the guidance and service we received from Chris and Tom was invaluable and our trip was all the better for it.
I cannot recommend Expert Africa highly enough.
Thank you both very much." Read full review: 21 nights in Africa; 17 on a Namibia trip
"August 2016 trip to Namibia"
I would recommend to fly between some locations (specifically from Etosha to Windoek the road is nothing special, better to spend more time in the nature and fly back to the Capital).
Absolutely required a 4WD (even if the first suggestion by Expert Africa was dor a 2WD)" Read full review: 11 nights in Africa; 11 on a Namibia trip
"My August 2016 Trip"
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Maruska was wonderful: very knowledgeable, helpful and she built an amazing itinerary. All details were covered.
I've been recommending her to people at home!" Read full review: 19 nights in Africa; 7 on a Namibia trip
"Fantastic Namibia trip"
Our thanks go to Sabina for all her patience and help in putting our trip together. We have got some wonderful photographs and memories from this trip to treasure. Thanks again.
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Not really, we think you guys do a great job and we have no hesitation in telling people considering Namibia as a destination to speak to you." Read full review: 16 nights in Africa; 12 on a Namibia trip
"My August 2016 trip"
Each of the 4 lodges we liked were totally unique and SO special.
If we did it again, we would probably do a flight or two to cut down the length of time we spent in the car. The boys found the length of the journeys a bit onerous. If it wasn't for the seals we would miss out Swakopmund. We would also miss out Dune 7 where we went quadbiking and sand-boarding too. A tourist trap, if ever there was one.
All in all it was an incredible holiday and I can't wait to return to Africa. When I do, I will definitely use Expert Africa. Liz Chapman was absolutely wonderful. I will also recommend them to anyone planning a trip." Read full review: 14 nights in Africa; 13 on a Namibia trip