Travel reviews by Brydon from UK

"A unique way to view Game and birdlife from the Chobe River as opposed to in a vehicle. The location where the House Boat is berthed is a hassle to get to but it is all very well handled and organised. The choice of activities is wide ranging from early morning bird watching to river boat drives along the Chobe banks.... whether you see much wildlife is weather dependent.

The service and rooms on board were excellent - we were in one of two front facing suites with a large terrace. The quality of food served given the isolated location was simply amazing and the staff were absolutely charming.

I would concur that a 2 night stay is just about right."

"I don't know quite where to start..... having been on a number of private Game Park safaris(all fenced) in South Africa, this experience was streaks ahead in quality of lodge; service, activities and sheer abundance of Game viewing and overall African experience.

I cannot fault this Safari Lodge at all...... to see 7 different Leopard sightings in 2 days is extraordinary let alone the herds of Elephant; a pair of male Lions roaring at each other ; rare Wild Dogs and Cheetah....

By far and away, our Ranger and Tracker were the most charming, informative pair I have encountered on 4 different Safaris.

Despite the remote location everything planned by Expert Africa went seamlessly...."

"This Hotel must be one of the most iconic in Africa .... soaked in Colonial history. It functions well despite being a very busy Hotel - with a constant stream of package tourists checking in and out.... The first impression when you walk out onto the sweeping green lawns and look over to the famous Bridge separating Zimbabwe from Zambia is really one of those fabulous sights.

Getting into Zimbabwe from arriving in Kasane (Botswana) was fine ... again all well organised by Expert Africa.

The Hotel rooms - we had a deluxe Bridge facing room were fine - look rather tired and the AC wasn't up to scratch. The choice of restaurants was excellent and the quality of service was first class.

Although I enjoyed seeing the dramatic falls - i've done it... and probably wouldn't do it again"