Reviews of safaris to Southern Namibia
415 holiday reviews from our travellers of holidays which include Southern Namibia.
Mrs & Mr M
UK
"My May 2012 trip"
I visited Namibia between 16 May 2012 and 6 Jun 2012
"Very happy with the itinerary as it allowed us a brief look at many different parts of the country in a relatively short period of time. We travelled 4200 kms in 3 weeks. We are used to driving on gravel and corrugated roads but other less experienced drivers may have found the length of trip tiring. It also meant that some very good camps became overnight stops instead of the destination they deserved to be. (eg. Mushara)
We purchased goods for which we could reclaim the VAT. Our claim was processed without problem other than a 70 minute queue after check-in and 15 minutes before check-in to complete the form and have Customs and Excise check that we had the goods in our possession. Some people in the queue did not get their claims processed before having to board their flight. At the time I was queuing most of the people were on a flight to Angola and had a very large number of receipts with their claims. These were being audited carefully and many rejected which added to the time being taken." Read full review: 21 nights in Africa; 13 on a Namibia trip
We purchased goods for which we could reclaim the VAT. Our claim was processed without problem other than a 70 minute queue after check-in and 15 minutes before check-in to complete the form and have Customs and Excise check that we had the goods in our possession. Some people in the queue did not get their claims processed before having to board their flight. At the time I was queuing most of the people were on a flight to Angola and had a very large number of receipts with their claims. These were being audited carefully and many rejected which added to the time being taken." Read full review: 21 nights in Africa; 13 on a Namibia trip
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr & Mrs W
IOM
"My May 2012 trip"
I visited Namibia between 10 May 2012 and 28 May 2012
"We thoroughly enjoyed it. All aspects of the trip were very satisfactory and some aspects exceeded our expectations.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
No real suggestions for improvement, but I would like to comment that I found your website to be excellent and it was this that encouraged me to book with you." Read full review: 18 nights in Africa; 16 on a Namibia trip
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
No real suggestions for improvement, but I would like to comment that I found your website to be excellent and it was this that encouraged me to book with you." Read full review: 18 nights in Africa; 16 on a Namibia trip
Overall trip
Excellent
Mrs & Mr C
Toronto
"My May 2012 trip"
I visited Namibia and 3 other countries between 2 May 2012 and 26 May 2012
"This was the perfectly orchestrated trip, introducing us to southern Africa. Maruska's ability to listen and plan an experience for complete strangers is uncanny.
Her recommendations assured us of perfect days, every day. To be met at a remote airfield, an hour late, by a jeep who dropped us at a waiting boat at the side of the river, met at the other side and taken to a hotel, all by kind, proud, and efficient staff is an amazing feat. It never occurred to us to be worried - we just accepted each step as part of our wonderful journey.
Looking back it could have been a series of mishaps - but it was perfect! Graeme never wants to travel anywhere else because we enjoyed sights and experiences we never imagined - endless desert, rich delta, the power and beauty of the animals, the kind and gentle people, and moving music. Thank you for the gift!" Read full review: 24 nights in Africa; 9 on a Namibia trip
Her recommendations assured us of perfect days, every day. To be met at a remote airfield, an hour late, by a jeep who dropped us at a waiting boat at the side of the river, met at the other side and taken to a hotel, all by kind, proud, and efficient staff is an amazing feat. It never occurred to us to be worried - we just accepted each step as part of our wonderful journey.
Looking back it could have been a series of mishaps - but it was perfect! Graeme never wants to travel anywhere else because we enjoyed sights and experiences we never imagined - endless desert, rich delta, the power and beauty of the animals, the kind and gentle people, and moving music. Thank you for the gift!" Read full review: 24 nights in Africa; 9 on a Namibia trip
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr P &R & Ms H & S
UK
"My Apr 2012 trip"
I visited Namibia between 29 Apr 2012 and 15 May 2012
"The trip was our first one to Namibia and all four of us really enjoyed the whole of the experience.
The people and accommodation lived up to / exceeded our expectations. There is lots to see and do and there were a lot of miles to drive which we did expect and it was good to share the driving between four of us. The roads were an experience in themselves. Namibia offers a good variety of places to visit including deserts, mountains, coast and plains with lots of wildlife. The food was good but the main course of meat and veg did get a bit repetitive.
We would recommend anyone to visit Namibia and use the services of Expert Africa who were very helpful, informative and knowledgeable." Read full review: 16 nights in Africa; 14 on a Namibia trip
The people and accommodation lived up to / exceeded our expectations. There is lots to see and do and there were a lot of miles to drive which we did expect and it was good to share the driving between four of us. The roads were an experience in themselves. Namibia offers a good variety of places to visit including deserts, mountains, coast and plains with lots of wildlife. The food was good but the main course of meat and veg did get a bit repetitive.
We would recommend anyone to visit Namibia and use the services of Expert Africa who were very helpful, informative and knowledgeable." Read full review: 16 nights in Africa; 14 on a Namibia trip
Overall trip
Excellent
J, A, D & M
UK
"A memorable, wonderful trip"
I visited Namibia between 25 Jan 2012 and 31 Jan 2012
"We were delighted with Expert Africa and would definitely recommend them to anyone. Some friends recommended them to us and we thank them.
We would certainly use them again but not use any Budget vehicles. Fortunately we had two experienced 4 x 4 drivers with us otherwise we are not sure what we would have done being stranded at the airport in Walvis Bay. Budget could have ruined our holiday so expertly arranged by Expert Africa." Read full review: 6 nights in Africa; 6 on a Namibia trip
We would certainly use them again but not use any Budget vehicles. Fortunately we had two experienced 4 x 4 drivers with us otherwise we are not sure what we would have done being stranded at the airport in Walvis Bay. Budget could have ruined our holiday so expertly arranged by Expert Africa." Read full review: 6 nights in Africa; 6 on a Namibia trip
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr R & Mrs B
Portugal
"Another great trip"
I visited Namibia and 2 other countries between 20 Jan 2012 and 12 Mar 2012
"All went according to plan with no problems. We have highlighted only 2 things that were not up to standard but not of your doing.
We thoroughly enjoyed the trip and the organisation by yourselves was first class as always.
We asked for our documentation to be sent early as we were leaving our home in Portugal a few days before the part of our holiday that you organised and it arrived even earlier than we expected. Thank you for that.
Can't wait for the next one!
Cannot think of anything." Read full review: 52 nights in Africa; 10 on a Namibia trip
We thoroughly enjoyed the trip and the organisation by yourselves was first class as always.
We asked for our documentation to be sent early as we were leaving our home in Portugal a few days before the part of our holiday that you organised and it arrived even earlier than we expected. Thank you for that.
Can't wait for the next one!
Cannot think of anything." Read full review: 52 nights in Africa; 10 on a Namibia trip
Overall trip
Excellent
The M Family
London
"Overall Feedback"
I visited Namibia between 21 Dec 2011 and 30 Dec 2011
"An excellent trip to a fascinating country which we enjoyed immensely.
The only regret we had was not having a 4X4.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
I was most impressed with all my dealings with Expert Africa. Apart from Angela I also dealt with Gwnyeth who was also most helpful.
I particularly compliment you on your website which is the best of its kind I have seen." Read full review: 9 nights in Africa; 7 on a Namibia trip
The only regret we had was not having a 4X4.
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I was most impressed with all my dealings with Expert Africa. Apart from Angela I also dealt with Gwnyeth who was also most helpful.
I particularly compliment you on your website which is the best of its kind I have seen." Read full review: 9 nights in Africa; 7 on a Namibia trip
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr R
UAE
"Absolutely fabulous"
I visited Namibia between 16 Dec 2011 and 1 Jan 2012
"Fantastic trip. We loved Namibia and we will return."
Read full review: 16 nights in Africa; 13 on a Namibia trip
Overall trip
Excellent
Dr D & Mrs V
UK
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I visited Namibia and 1 other country between 17 Oct 2011 and 3 Nov 2011
"This was our second visit to Namibia with Expert Africa.
It was a well-planned itinerary and we found that although the distances looked vast on the map, they were feasible. A fascinating trip.
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Mrs. V felt that provision of hairdryers where possible would have made the trip even better." Read full review: 17 nights in Africa; 11 on a Namibia trip
It was a well-planned itinerary and we found that although the distances looked vast on the map, they were feasible. A fascinating trip.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
Mrs. V felt that provision of hairdryers where possible would have made the trip even better." Read full review: 17 nights in Africa; 11 on a Namibia trip
Overall trip
Good
Ms S & Mr D
London
"A fantastic second trip to Namibia"
I visited Namibia between 16 Oct 2011 and 6 Nov 2011
"This was our second trip to Namibia with Expert Africa. After booking a standard itinerary last year, we developed a tailor made itinerary this year by researching lodges/locations on this website and with Gwynneth's support. We initially had difficulty getting the accommodation that we wanted on some nights. Gwynneth was extremely persistent in following up on resorts where we were waitlisted, so that in the end we managed to stay at our preferred choice for all but one location.
We thoroughly enjoyed this holiday and pretty much all aspects met or exceeded our expectations. We would have no hesitation recommending Expert Africa to anyone else considering travelling to Namibia.
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Sever all ties with Doro Nawas" Read full review: 21 nights in Africa; 18 on a Namibia trip
We thoroughly enjoyed this holiday and pretty much all aspects met or exceeded our expectations. We would have no hesitation recommending Expert Africa to anyone else considering travelling to Namibia.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
Sever all ties with Doro Nawas" Read full review: 21 nights in Africa; 18 on a Namibia trip
Overall trip
Excellent
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