Reviews of Impala Camp
Wildlife sightings and reviews
278 independent comments and wildlife information from our travellers who have visited Impala Camp and kindly agreed to share their thoughts. They do not necessarily represent the views of Expert Africa
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"Selous Impala Camp - 3 nights"
The staff were excellent, the game drives superb with plenty of animals to see, if a little more hidden than on the plains, bird life extremely good. Guides were very knowledgeable but need help with their English. Food was very good too. The river game cruise was different, especially when a too friendly hippo decided to 'play' with the boat. Too many crocs around for that.
On reflection, we might have not taken a morning game drive just to sit in the camp and enjoy the peace/tranquillity and game that can be enjoyed there. We had a hour or so of that as we waited to leave." See all these reviews: 5n in Zanzibar; 5n in Kenya; 3n in Tanzania
Buffalo
3 sightings
Eland
1 sighting
Giraffe
5 sightings
Hippo
5 sightings
Lion
2 sightings
Spotted Hyena
2 sightings
Wild dog
1 sighting
Wildebeest
4 sightings
Zebra
5 sightings
"an excellent safari experience"
Buffalo
10 sightings
Elephant
10 sightings
Giraffe
10 sightings
Hippo
10 sightings
Lion
10 sightings
Spotted Hyena
10 sightings
Wildebeest
10 sightings
Zebra
10 sightings
"Superb Selous Impala Camp "
Overall here the staff were superb also. Our guide/driver Omari was amazing. How he could drive the rough tracks and sight game in all directions still has me wondering. On one day we did a 12 hour game drive, so he also set up our packed breakfast and lunch where we were seated at a table with cutlery, crockery, hand towels, tea/coffee... the whole works.
All of our interactions with the staff showed that they did everything possible to make our time here memorable. We did feel however that although the management duo tried their best, they lacked the personal touch we've found at other camps.
The food here is the best we've ever encountered on safari..... great variety and so well presented." See all these reviews: 8n in Tanzania; 3n in Zanzibar
Buffalo
2 sightings
Elephant
4 sightings
Giraffe
10 sightings
Hippo
10 sightings
Lion
2 sightings
Spotted Hyena
3 sightings
Wildebeest
10 sightings
Zebra
10 sightings
"Fabulous"
An amazing experience with lovely staff and great service." See all these reviews: 7n in Zanzibar; 6n in Tanzania
Buffalo
3 sightings
Eland
1 sighting
Elephant
2 sightings
Giraffe
10 sightings
Hippo
10 sightings
Lion
2 sightings
Spotted Hyena
3 sightings
Wildebeest
5 sightings
Zebra
3 sightings
"Selous Impala Camp review"
Driving conditions quite difficult and long days were exhausting but this was not the fault of the camp.
As we went in June the trails had not yet been fixed up after the rainy season." See all these reviews: 7n in Tanzania; 7n in Zanzibar
Eland
1 sighting
Giraffe
Multiple sightings
Hippo
Multiple sightings
Lion
Multiple sightings
Wildebeest
Multiple sightings
Zebra
Multiple sightings
"Selous Impala Camp"
Dinners were spectacular. I commented that the chef could compete with a Michelin star chef in London.
We were disappointed to have separate game drives. It is more fun to share a jeep with a couple of others, to share the experience. One felt all guests were being separated both for dining and drives, which was a shame, particularly after our experience at Mwagusi. But perhaps some people prefer that.
The lodge was lovely. Very comfortable bed.
Having a swimming pool was an added bonus. We could relax there after a drive." See all these reviews: 8n in Tanzania; 5n in Zanzibar
"Selous Impala Camp review"
The camp was very good but tending to the slightly fussy and fawning. While the food was excellent, I am not sure how appropriate smoked salmon was in the Tanzanian bush.
When paying a significant amount for such a holiday beer and basic wine should be included.
We were slightly sceptical, but the boat safaris turned out to be really relaxing and enjoyable with masses to see." See all these reviews: 9n in Tanzania
"Selous Impala camp - January 2018"
Game drives are good, though in the wet season it can be a challenge to find the wildlife. The guides will travel some distance from the camp to find the game, but are sometimes restricted where roads are cut by seasonal rivers.
The vehicles are excellent, as is the quality of the driving. Game drives are half day, which makes the day more relaxing. Boat safaris are good.
Pool is good for an afternoon break." See all these reviews: 14n in Tanzania
"Selous Impala Camp review"
Our Guide Omari and boat driver Saidi were also excellent - we particularly enjoyed the two boat safaris and the surprise sundowner on the lakeside on our final day. We were generally very well looked after, and David and Beatrice ran a very good operation.
It was interesting that we drove back towards Lake Manza on most of our game drives." See all these reviews: 11n in Tanzania
"Selous Impala experience "
The tent was a similar size to the other camps but much more private as we were in tent 6. The furnishings, including electric lights, fan and curtains made it a v comfortable experience. I preferred the enclosed bathroom but Mike missed being able to watch what was happening behind the tent. There were not many guests staying so we had an experienced guide and driver - Dennis - to ourselves.
Although we enjoyed the private dining we missed the chat over drinks and dinner that we enjoyed at the other camps. The food was incredible. Beautifully cooked, presented and served. We had a lovely waiter -David. He really went out of his way to make dinner fun, with bush babies and genet joining us depending on the location of our table.
Nick and Crystal, the managers were attentive and helpful.
We enjoyed the pool which was warm and clean." See all these reviews: 13n in Tanzania
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