South Africa: reviews from our travellers

"As always Expert Africa put together a wonderful trip.

Although the wildlife in the Kgalagadi was, to say the least , sparse we had a superb time. The accommodation was far better than anticipated. Very comfortable beds, good showers and more than adequate cooking facilities . The addition of a fridge in our vehicle would have made the whole experience perfect.

The driving was occasionally a little challenging and perhaps not for the faint hearted but Kgalagadi should be on the wish list for all those who love Africa and want a bit of an adventure.

Our experience with B.A. was unfortunate especially as they are one of the few airlines that go to the destinations of our choice.but that is out if the control of E.A.

We look forward to our next trips organised by E.A. - we have 2 in the pipeline!!!" Read full review: 14 nights in Africa; 12 on a South Africa trip

"This was our first trip to South Africa and the support and advice we received from Claire at Expert Africa was excellent.

Nothing was too much trouble and our queries were always answered promptly.

Altogether a great experience and we will definitely be returning, both to Africa and to 'Expert'!" Read full review: 14 nights in Africa; 8 on a South Africa trip

"The trip was very successful and enjoyable. This is despite the unexpected weather difficulties (delayed rains meant that game in the Transfrontier Park was less profuse than normal for January and temperatures were uncomfortably high, followed by a sudden startlingly chilly period in Tswalu).

One point on timing, although the road from Upington to Twee Rivieren is tarred for the whole route, sticking to the speed limits it still takes about 2.75 hours to drive.

Visits to the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park nowadays are now notably more regimented than in our earlier visit in the 1980s. However we had the impression that the organisation there was pretty good.

There were no good maps of the Transfrontier Park available in the area of the park. The only map provided in the park was a black and white A4 photocopy. The best map available to us was the coloured photocopy provided in Expert Africa's documentation.

When we left Jo'burg International airport on 31 January for our trip back to UK we were given particular warning at the check-in desk that from 1 February the airport would be being much more rigorous about baggage limits etc. We don't know whether or not this is an issue to watch." Read full review: 20 nights in Africa; 7 on a South Africa trip

"We had a great time even though we both had flu!!!

We enjoyed the different character of the lodges, this was our second time with Expert Africa in South Africa and you have taken us to Namibia as well
For us the treats were Bushmans Kloof and Kwandwe and we love Cape Town. We were happier in town than out at Camps Bay.

We'd lile a CapeTown/Kwandwe/somewhere else holiday next time - I was looking at your brochure in secret today!

so Thank You Tracy and all the staff in South Africa (apart from the misery at De Hoop) We had a fantastic time
x x x xx

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Please include the rest of S Africa one of these days" Read full review: 18 nights in Africa; 18 on a South Africa trip

"This was our "trip of a lifetime." All of the arrangements and advice from Tracy Lederer were excellent. Tracy worked with me by email and phone to plan a unique arrangement to bring our five family members from the USA, Namibia and Mozambique together for this trip. She was extremely patient, and answered my questions even when asked several times.

The voucher system for the lodgings worked well, and I was happy not to have to rely on using a credit card at each location.

I wish I had known the time it would take to travel between each location ahead of time, and possibly have spent three nights at some locations such as Etosha. There were several long driving days.

There was the unfortunate DHL incident, where my vouchers and maps did not arrive before our trip. Tracy scanned and sent our vouchers and some maps by email. The partner organization in Windhoek met us and gave us the Namibian maps and were a great help. This was the only problem we had - which was easily overcome.

Thank you very much for everything. It was an amazing trip that we will be talking about for a long time." Read full review: 18 nights in Africa; 8 on a Namibia trip

"We were very happy with the trip, the organization from Expert Africa, the support we were given on choosing the itinerary and with the execution of the trip itself. Memorable vacations that we plan to repeat soon !

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Keep doing what you do. Proactively send options to us based on our previous choices. We will definitely go bak to Africa in the coming years and I would like to go back with you guys !!!" Read full review: 14 nights in Africa; 6 on a Mozambique holiday

"Our trip was amazing, as usual! Maruska is always on top of our itinerary.

Nick was very helpful as our trip approached." Read full review: 13 nights in Africa; 12 on a Botswana safari

"Overall this trip has far and away exceeded all our expectations.

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The service provided was first class.
The agents used in Africa were all very good, with all connections being on time and running smoothly,
It is nice to have ones freedom on the trip but in the knowledge that there is support, advice or back up on hand if required." Read full review: 12 nights in Africa; 5 on a South Africa trip

"The whole holiday was excellent. No hitches or hassles. All accommodations were very very good.

Thoroughly recommend South Africa as a holiday destination.

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No suggestion to help you improve. You cannot improve on perfection." Read full review: 17 nights in Africa; 16 on a South Africa trip

"We covered the right amount of distance so the holiday felt interesting but not too tiring. We booked an additional hotel ourselves called Tamodi Lodge, which was one of the highlights of our trip. Fantastic location for exploring the Plett area and an amazing property with an exceptional host. http://www.tamodi.co.za - if you are looking for new properties this is one to look at" Read full review: 15 nights in Africa; 5 on a South Africa trip