Reviews of Waterberry Lodge
Wildlife sightings and reviews
62 independent comments and wildlife information from our travellers who have visited Waterberry Lodge and kindly agreed to share their thoughts. They do not necessarily represent the views of Expert Africa
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"Great welcome to Zambia at Waterberry"
Claudia welcomed us, and was eager to know what we would like to do so that she could create a timetable for us. We were seen off on each trip and welcomed back by one of the managers. Claudia was particularly helpful.
All staff were charming and attentive, and we enjoyed talking to them about their lives in Zambia on drives to and from Livingstone. Boat trips and a tour of the village from which several staff came were a highlight. We had not expected to see any animals here, so glimpses of elephants, hippo, crocs were an unexpected bonus, while the birdlife was amazing, and we wished we had done the guided birdwalk which was offered.
This lodge is not one you usually recommend - but we were interested that the rep from Audley Travel was there for a site visit as it is one they use. The lodge managed to combine the camaraderie of drinks together around a fire with the privacy of separate dining , and the meals were delicious!" See all these reviews: 8n in Zambia
"Great stay in the farmhouse"
The activities were very well organized and everything flowed without a hitch. A 45 minute drive into town. Special thanks to Webster for the morning bird walk.
I was a bit uncomfortable regarding the tip suggestions in the booklet ( service charge included with the staff's salary), and felt afterwards that I didn't tip enough. I will try to make it up." See all these reviews: 17n in Zambia
"I will review our wording about tips. What the book is supposed to tell guests is that the staff already receive a payment called the Service Charge as a legal requirement but that if they want to tip they can, either via the tip box for all the staff or to individuals. The wording is not supposed to make anyone feel uncomfortable."
So we hope that these comments may have helped Waterberry Lodge to rectify a simple misunderstanding that may have be confusing for other guests.
"Senior Africa Specialist | East & Southern Africa"
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