Reviews of safaris to Kafue National Park

"Overall we had a great trip, with lots of wonderful experiences. We saw pretty well everything we wanted. The accommodation and food was excellent. Guides were very good.

Although we knew it was going to be hot, it was still a shock at mid 40's rather than mid 30's. Really we have no complaints and would recommend it to others without reservation" Read full review: 14 nights in Africa; 12 on a Zambia safari

"A wonderful trip and I long to return.

The wildlife and birds were incredible most especially at South Luangwa. We thoroughly enjoyed the contrasts between the three national parks and in the case of Kafue the contrasts between Kaingu, Musekese and Busanga Plains. Victoria Falls is not to be missed on any trip to Zambia.

We travelled independently for part of our trip on coaches, local minibuses and taxis. I would like to finish with a tribute to the Zambian people. Everywhere we went the warmth and friendliness of these gentle people shone through. As I said earlier I long to return.

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No everything was perfect" Read full review: 36 nights in Africa; 21 on a Zambia safari

"This is the second time we have used Expert Africa and both times have found the trips to be well planned. We did not have a single problem and every thing went smoothly including having someone waiting at the airport when re arrived and being escorted onto our charter flight. Also at the end we had a very tight schedule when we landed in Lusaka and connecting to our SA flight and someone was waiting and kept the SA desk open for us, as without that we would have missed our connection.

I would highly recommend this company for any trips to Africa." Read full review: 12 nights in Africa; 11 on a Zambia safari

"Great varied holiday.

For a month long holiday there was only one minor one hiccup so that's pretty good. The Wild Horizons road transport from Zambezi Sun to Livingstone Airport didn't turn up. They then didn't answer any of the contact numbers incl their emergency mobile so that is probably more of a concern. No problem we just got the hotel to order us a taxi. A Wild Horizons rep finally called the hotel & said their vehichle wouldn't start that morning & they had another vehicle on the way. We said that given the time we were now taking whatever turned up first (which was the taxi). To their credit Wild Horizans must have contacted the taxi driver and told him to return the fare to us.

Proably the only thing we would have changed on the holiday was to sway Tafika camp in Sth Luangwa NP for one that was on a perennial river with watersports such as canoeing (eg Lower Zambezi NP)

Maruska was extremely helpful with planning our trip and very responsive to our questions .. thanks Maruska

PS: We don't normally have our trips organised by a travel agent and only initially contacted Expert Afrika for the Busanga & Tafika bookings .. but then Maruska offered to book most of the other accn & transfers & that's what happened. Very unusual for us to have transfer cars waiting at an airport etc with our name on a card & we don't see much of an advantage over just getting a bus/taxi .. but i can see that some folks would love the certainty of transport waiting for them

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No" Read full review: 21 nights in Africa; 12 on a Zambia safari

"We enjoyed our trip to Zambia.

Expert Africa did a great job with the organisation and recommendations." Read full review: 22 nights in Africa; 21 on a Zambia safari

"We are quite experienced Africa travelers, and so we know pretty much what we are to expect. It is important that we have an agent who understands Africa as well, and we always find that with Expert Africa. Another well organised and most enjoyable safari holiday" Read full review: 13 nights in Africa; 12 on a Zambia safari

"I really enjoyed my safari trip and was very pleased with all the camps.

I was very happy with the help planning that was provided by Expert Africa. I was very pleased with the honest reviews of camps that were given and if I am ever planning another safari, I will definitely make use of Expert Africa's services. Thanks very much to Elie and Nick.

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I was thoroughly impressed by the services provided by Expert Africa and have no suggestions. I began planning my trip very late and was impressed by how helpful everyone was even though I was so late booking." Read full review: 19 nights in Africa; 9 on a Botswana safari

"Our expectations prior to departing were to have a Zambian experience with a variety of camps, locations and activities. This was achieved far beyond our original expectations.

In all of the camps there was a very cooperative effort on the part of the entire staff which resulted in a most exceptional stay.

Our discussions with Maruska during the planning were very helpful and proved to be particularly useful throughout the entire trip.

We have made four previous trips to Africa, but this was our first to Zambia.

All of these trips are part of the overall wonderful African experience.

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No particular suggestions.......... stay with your current mode of operations." Read full review: 15 nights in Africa; 14 on a Zambia safari

"Brilliant trip with superb, knowledgable guides and a real Africa experience.

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We are experienced visitors to Southern Africa and were delighted with this opportunity to explore what for us was a new area." Read full review: 13 nights in Africa; 6 on a Zambia safari

"This was the best holiday we have ever had, and we've had some excellent holidays.

All travel arrangements went smoothly. Our itinerary was excellent with a great choice of camps. We liked every camp and everthing went so well that we arrived home feeling completely rested and relaxed. Other guests and guides or managers who saw our itinerary in South Luangwa said we had made very good choices. I'm pleased we chose camps that offered walking as we grew to love starting the day with a walk.

We are already thinking about our next trip and will use Expert Africa again. Thanks Maruska for arranging this wonderful trip.

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None. The trip was perfect." Read full review: 27 nights in Africa; 22 on a Zambia safari