Reviews of Pioneer Camp
Wildlife sightings and reviews
145 independent comments and wildlife information from our travellers who have visited Pioneer Camp and kindly agreed to share their thoughts. They do not necessarily represent the views of Expert Africa
Ms P
Tennessee
"Perfect for a first night in Zambia"
1 night Arrived 15 Jun 2015
"I was met at the airport by a Pioneer Camp driver who was a welcome sight after a long and anxious journey. Once we arrived, I was quickly checked in and taken to my chalet which was exactly as described.
I enjoyed a nice afternoon around the grounds and the evening was spent at the open lodge area talking with other travelers and later eating a nice meal. It was a casual and very enjoyable atmosphere. The night became extremely cold but there was ample bedding so it was not a problem. Breakfast was also good and I was picked up at my chalet and taken to the airport promptly.
This camp delivered exactly what I was expecting. Although it wasn't a luxury lodge, it was a very comfortable and inviting place to spend my first night in Zambia." See all these reviews: 11n in Zambia
I enjoyed a nice afternoon around the grounds and the evening was spent at the open lodge area talking with other travelers and later eating a nice meal. It was a casual and very enjoyable atmosphere. The night became extremely cold but there was ample bedding so it was not a problem. Breakfast was also good and I was picked up at my chalet and taken to the airport promptly.
This camp delivered exactly what I was expecting. Although it wasn't a luxury lodge, it was a very comfortable and inviting place to spend my first night in Zambia." See all these reviews: 11n in Zambia
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Good
Location:
Good
Service:
Excellent
Rooms:
Good
Food:
Good
Facilities:
Good
The R Family
Surrey
"Pioneer Camp review"
1 night Arrived 13 Jun 2015
"This was a great place to stay after our flight into Lusaka. We were collected from the ariport and dropped back the following day for our next flight.
The room and food were good (the steak was very good) and the staff were very friendly. Excellent value." See all these reviews: 14n in Zambia
The room and food were good (the steak was very good) and the staff were very friendly. Excellent value." See all these reviews: 14n in Zambia
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Excellent
Location:
Good
Service:
Excellent
Rooms:
Excellent
Food:
Good
Mr & Mrs S
Oxon
"Good stop over in Lusaka"
1 night Arrived 15 May 2015
"Good drivers from and to the airport. The room was fine although nothing special but okay for the price. Hot water was available both in the evening and again in the morning. Food was tasty and freshly prepared. Good birding in the grounds - we saw owls and woodpeckers. We would happily stay there again.
My only suggestion for management to consider would be to I introduce a staff uniform or badge system. We were not certain who was looking after us as some of the staff seemed a bit reticent." See all these reviews: 11n in Zambia
My only suggestion for management to consider would be to I introduce a staff uniform or badge system. We were not certain who was looking after us as some of the staff seemed a bit reticent." See all these reviews: 11n in Zambia
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Good
Location:
Excellent
Service:
Average
Rooms:
Average
Food:
Good
Mr B
Bristol
"To unwind in peace..."
1 night Arrived 6 Nov 2014
"Thank you to everyone at Pioneer for another very comfortable stay after my adventure in South Luangwa. Paul, Sophie and the team really have created the right blend of comfort for different styles of guests and travellers here. This is a social place to mix with the best kind of people those that love to explore the world.
Excellent steak again." See all these reviews: 12n in Zambia
Excellent steak again." See all these reviews: 12n in Zambia
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Excellent
Location:
Excellent
Service:
Good
Activities:
Excellent
Rooms:
Good
Food:
Excellent
Facilities:
Good
Photographer
IOM
"Pioneer Camp review"
1 night Arrived 6 Nov 2014
"Just what we needed after a 26 hour journey. Somewhere with all the facilities we wanted and close to Lusaka airport."
See all these reviews: 8n in Zambia
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Good
Location:
Excellent
Service:
Good
Rooms:
Average
Food:
Good
Facilities:
Good
Mr B
Bristol
"Always Pioneer for me."
1 night Arrived 26 Oct 2014
"Once again an efficient collection at the airport and transfer to Pioneer.
Busy bar and lounge area, social and that delicious Pioneer steak.
Chalet was spacious and clean, a good nights sleep in quiet surroundings.
Thank you to Sophie and all the team at Pioneer." See all these reviews: 12n in Zambia
Busy bar and lounge area, social and that delicious Pioneer steak.
Chalet was spacious and clean, a good nights sleep in quiet surroundings.
Thank you to Sophie and all the team at Pioneer." See all these reviews: 12n in Zambia
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Excellent
Location:
Excellent
Service:
Good
Activities:
Good
Rooms:
Excellent
Food:
Excellent
Facilities:
Excellent
Mr & Mrs B
Avon
"A good place for a stopover"
1 night Arrived 1 Oct 2014
"Very well organised, a comfortable room, very helpful staff and good food.
What more do you need for a night's stopover?" See all these reviews: 12n in Zambia
What more do you need for a night's stopover?" See all these reviews: 12n in Zambia
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Good
Location:
Good
Service:
Excellent
Rooms:
Good
Food:
Good
Facilities:
Good
Mr M & Ms O
Cumbria
"Pioneer Camp review"
1 night Arrived 18 Sep 2014
"Only a short visit because we only arrived around midnight and returned to the airport just after breakfast the next day.
However the rooms were spacious and very comfortable and breakfast was good." See all these reviews: 21n in Zambia
However the rooms were spacious and very comfortable and breakfast was good." See all these reviews: 21n in Zambia
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Good
Location:
Good
Service:
Good
Rooms:
Excellent
Food:
Good
Mr M & Ms O
UK
"Pioneer Camp review"
1 night Arrived 9 Sep 2014
"Nice place to stay if in Lusaka only 30mins from the airport and easy to get a taxi if needed.
Very clean, friendly staff and good food. Drinks reasonably priced.
No activities on site apart from a bit of bird watching not an issue as generally used as a stopover. Having said that the owner Paul would organise anything you would like to do even down to an escorted safari in little known areas but you would have to e-mail him first." See all these reviews: 12n in Zambia
Very clean, friendly staff and good food. Drinks reasonably priced.
No activities on site apart from a bit of bird watching not an issue as generally used as a stopover. Having said that the owner Paul would organise anything you would like to do even down to an escorted safari in little known areas but you would have to e-mail him first." See all these reviews: 12n in Zambia
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Excellent
Location:
Excellent
Service:
Excellent
Rooms:
Excellent
Food:
Excellent
Facilities:
Excellent
Mrs & Mr O
California
"Good Layover at Pioneer Camp"
1 night Arrived 8 Oct 2013
"Pioneer Camp was fine for a night's transition after the long flight. We enjoyed the abundant bird life, and the opportunity to speak with self-drive campers."
See all these reviews: 16n in Zambia
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Good
Location:
Good
Service:
Good
Rooms:
Good
Food:
Good
Facilities:
Good
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