Reviews of trips to Livingstone & Victoria Falls
566 holiday reviews from our travellers of holidays which include Livingstone.
The H family
Cheshire
"Our trip to Zambia"
I visited Zambia between 17 Jun 2011 and 30 Jun 2011
"We had a wonderful time. Each of Livingstone/Victoria Falls, Tafika lodge and Lusaka had their own different charms.
Tafika lodge is a gem; somewhat expensive but worth it. Zambia is a great place to go and in our experience preferable to better known destinations such as Kenya.
Expert Africa put together a good trip to meet our requirements and in which everything worked out well and hassle-free.
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Everything was fine with the service." Read full review: 13 nights in Africa; 8 on a Zambia safari
Tafika lodge is a gem; somewhat expensive but worth it. Zambia is a great place to go and in our experience preferable to better known destinations such as Kenya.
Expert Africa put together a good trip to meet our requirements and in which everything worked out well and hassle-free.
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Everything was fine with the service." Read full review: 13 nights in Africa; 8 on a Zambia safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mrs T & Mrs I
Berks
"A magial experience"
I visited Zambia between 13 Jun 2011 and 22 Jun 2011
"We would go back to Tena Rena and Nsefu.
We were delighted with the unexpected support during our flight transfers and were looked after very well." Read full review: 9 nights in Africa; 9 on a Zambia safari
We were delighted with the unexpected support during our flight transfers and were looked after very well." Read full review: 9 nights in Africa; 9 on a Zambia safari
Overall trip
Good
Mrs A.
S. Carolina
"breath taking trip"
I visited Botswana and 1 other country between 8 Jun 2011 and 18 Jun 2011
"This was a trip of a lifetime, and it was even better than I imagined it would be. The arrangements worked perfectly and we can't wait to go back!!
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The advice was very helpful and the trip was fabulous. It would have helped to be reminded that it gets cold throughout the evening and night, so we could have used more warm clothing not just in the AM but for the evening and sleeping!" Read full review: 10 nights in Africa; 7 on a Botswana safari
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The advice was very helpful and the trip was fabulous. It would have helped to be reminded that it gets cold throughout the evening and night, so we could have used more warm clothing not just in the AM but for the evening and sleeping!" Read full review: 10 nights in Africa; 7 on a Botswana safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr & Mrs D
Ferndale
"Two week honeymoon to Botswana and Zambia"
I visited Botswana and 1 other country between 5 Jun 2011 and 19 Jun 2011
"A fantastic experience with excellent service and hospitality everywhere we went. We couldn't really hope to have had a better trip.
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Very comprehensive feedback which was good.
An easy company to book with, everything was delivered as advertised or better than expected" Read full review: 14 nights in Africa; 7 on a Botswana safari
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Very comprehensive feedback which was good.
An easy company to book with, everything was delivered as advertised or better than expected" Read full review: 14 nights in Africa; 7 on a Botswana safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr O
Washington DC
"FANTASTIC!!!!"
I visited Botswana and 2 other countries between 2 Jun 2011 and 13 Jun 2011
"Our trip was exceptional! We have been to Africa three times before but never to the Okovango Delta or Capetown and never with Expert Africa. We wouldn't change one day of it! Every part of it was exceptional from the Falls to the safaris to the wine tasting in Capetown.
We agreed that one of the things that made it truely exceptional was the construction of the trip. What I mean by that, is that we got to do and see exactly what we wanted, so it was a highly individualized tour, but we had Expert Africa there every step of the way to make sure that every detail was taken care of and taken care of professionally.
When we climbed on our flight from the US to fly ten thousand miles to another continent and begin a unique adventure, we did not know if everything would go as smoothly as promised or not. It went better, every step of the way, then we could have imagined. Every flight was on time, every camp was expecting us and treated us like royalty, even our side trips to Gaborone and Capetown went without a hitch. And through it all we were able to travel on our own schedule without being hampered by being part of a larger tour group. We would recommend Expert Africa to anyone!
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No suggestions really. While Maruska was away, her sister helped, Saskia, us. She was as professional and helpful as Maruska. They were both great!" Read full review: 11 nights in Africa; 5 on a Botswana safari
We agreed that one of the things that made it truely exceptional was the construction of the trip. What I mean by that, is that we got to do and see exactly what we wanted, so it was a highly individualized tour, but we had Expert Africa there every step of the way to make sure that every detail was taken care of and taken care of professionally.
When we climbed on our flight from the US to fly ten thousand miles to another continent and begin a unique adventure, we did not know if everything would go as smoothly as promised or not. It went better, every step of the way, then we could have imagined. Every flight was on time, every camp was expecting us and treated us like royalty, even our side trips to Gaborone and Capetown went without a hitch. And through it all we were able to travel on our own schedule without being hampered by being part of a larger tour group. We would recommend Expert Africa to anyone!
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
No suggestions really. While Maruska was away, her sister helped, Saskia, us. She was as professional and helpful as Maruska. They were both great!" Read full review: 11 nights in Africa; 5 on a Botswana safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr R
Paris
"An awesome trip!"
I visited Botswana and 1 other country between 30 May 2011 and 11 Jun 2011
"The trip was amazing and we are already discussing another one. From the organisation pre-trip to details during the trip, everything went perfectly.
I much appreciated Lucy, she was always quick to respond and answer questions.
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Not really, I was extremely satisfied with everything and we wouldn't hesitate to work with you again.
Perhaps one small thing, it would have been more convenient if you offered travel insurance for residents of countries outside of the UK. Since we live in France and the US, it took us alot of time to look at the different providers in each country and eventually purchase the insurance." Read full review: 12 nights in Africa; 10 on a Botswana safari
I much appreciated Lucy, she was always quick to respond and answer questions.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
Not really, I was extremely satisfied with everything and we wouldn't hesitate to work with you again.
Perhaps one small thing, it would have been more convenient if you offered travel insurance for residents of countries outside of the UK. Since we live in France and the US, it took us alot of time to look at the different providers in each country and eventually purchase the insurance." Read full review: 12 nights in Africa; 10 on a Botswana safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr H & Ms E
London
"4 rivers and a few assorted islands"
I visited Namibia and 2 other countries between 26 May 2011 and 8 Jun 2011
"A great trip! We were on 4 rivers: the Kavango, the Okovango, the Kwando and the Zambezi and stayed in a number of island lodges (as well as Okonjima and Windhoek). The variety was remarkable. Some of the road journeys were long but by and large the travel was good and we'd recommend self-drive because you have so much more contact with people. The border posts were a world unto themselves - lovely but leave plenty of time.
Given that we were passing through three countries, and had quite precise pickup times, it would have been helpful to have been told about the time changes. We worked out the ones between countries but were caught out by the fact that the eastern end of the Caprivi Strip is not on Namibian time!
The pick up at Kasane (n Botwswana) was not straightforward. We'd been told we would be picked up by our last lodge, Islands of Siankaba. But they don't pick up outside Zambia. A firm called Bushtracks does all the pick ups (and does not have a board with your name on it). It was quite by chance that we managed to find them. That said, the water crossing (at the crossroads of Zimbabwe/Botwswana/Zambia/Nambiia) was wild!
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Another great trip with Expert Africa. So thank you once again!
It would have been good to know about 'Caprivi time' and to have been given the name of the company doing the pick up at Kasane.
Thank you very much!!" Read full review: 13 nights in Africa; 6 on a Namibia trip
Given that we were passing through three countries, and had quite precise pickup times, it would have been helpful to have been told about the time changes. We worked out the ones between countries but were caught out by the fact that the eastern end of the Caprivi Strip is not on Namibian time!
The pick up at Kasane (n Botwswana) was not straightforward. We'd been told we would be picked up by our last lodge, Islands of Siankaba. But they don't pick up outside Zambia. A firm called Bushtracks does all the pick ups (and does not have a board with your name on it). It was quite by chance that we managed to find them. That said, the water crossing (at the crossroads of Zimbabwe/Botwswana/Zambia/Nambiia) was wild!
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Another great trip with Expert Africa. So thank you once again!
It would have been good to know about 'Caprivi time' and to have been given the name of the company doing the pick up at Kasane.
Thank you very much!!" Read full review: 13 nights in Africa; 6 on a Namibia trip
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr & Mrs M
Texas
"Our Africa Memoriy 2011"
I visited Botswana and 2 other countries between 19 May 2011 and 3 Jun 2011
"This ranks as one of the top vacation trips in our 49 years of marriage. We received true value in every aspect, but particularly in Botswana.
Every aspect was planned and executed by Expert Africa with its various on-site agents to give us a vacation and experience without any hiccups. My hobby is photography, and I feel I had the opportunity for some great shooting. The camps selected or suggested by Expert Africa gave us the variety to get as much "feel" for Botswana in 9 days as we could have hoped.
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You might consider having potential customers fill out a form indicating what they want or expect from a trip to Africa. many of our friends reacted to our plans with comments like "aren't you scared to be out there at night?". Many Americans are not as familiar with the potential experience as they should be." Read full review: 15 nights in Africa; 9 on a Botswana safari
Every aspect was planned and executed by Expert Africa with its various on-site agents to give us a vacation and experience without any hiccups. My hobby is photography, and I feel I had the opportunity for some great shooting. The camps selected or suggested by Expert Africa gave us the variety to get as much "feel" for Botswana in 9 days as we could have hoped.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
You might consider having potential customers fill out a form indicating what they want or expect from a trip to Africa. many of our friends reacted to our plans with comments like "aren't you scared to be out there at night?". Many Americans are not as familiar with the potential experience as they should be." Read full review: 15 nights in Africa; 9 on a Botswana safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr & Mrs MJ
SW London
"Great country to visit"
I visited Botswana and 1 other country between 12 May 2011 and 22 May 2011
"We both loved Botswana and the people at each camp were exceptionally friendly and helpful. What a great country."
Read full review: 10 nights in Africa; 7 on a Botswana safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr & Mrs H
Hants
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I visited Botswana and 1 other country between 11 May 2011 and 17 May 2011
"This was a fabulous holiday. As always every detail was looked after by Expert Africa.
The lodges, especially in Botswana were great, staff wonderful and game viewing excellant.
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I really can't think of any suggestions.
Just must say how smoothly the transfer was from Botswana to Livingstone, we were met by someone at every point; the airport, the river crossing, passport control and drive to lodge. Excellant service." Read full review: 6 nights in Africa; 4 on a Botswana safari
The lodges, especially in Botswana were great, staff wonderful and game viewing excellant.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
I really can't think of any suggestions.
Just must say how smoothly the transfer was from Botswana to Livingstone, we were met by someone at every point; the airport, the river crossing, passport control and drive to lodge. Excellant service." Read full review: 6 nights in Africa; 4 on a Botswana safari
Overall trip
Excellent
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