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Zambia is well known for excellent guiding and top-class walking safaris.

...while some bushcamps in the South Luangwa exclusively offer walking safaris.

There's always plenty of time in between activities to relax with a drink...

...and watch the local wildlife!

From the smaller animals...

...to the biggest - there's a huge amount of game to be viewed in the different parks.

...you can find more luxurious lodges here as well...

...and every camp goes the extra mile to provide special touches to your safari.

Zambia

Zambia: reviews from our travellers

Unedited reviews written by our most recent Zambia travellers

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Mr & Mrs S
Oxon

"My May 2017 trip"

I visited Zambia between 14 May 2017 and 28 May 2017
"This is our third trip to Zambia with Expert Africa using Robin Pope Safaris. We enjoyed this trip just as much as the previous two.

Everything ran smoothly and we hope to repeat it next year.

Thank you Freddie especially for helping us to keep the costs within budget." Read full review: 14 nights in Africa; 13 on a Zambia safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mrs & Mr W
Darmstadt

"My May 2017 trip"

I visited Zambia between 14 May 2017 and 19 May 2017
"The trip was a success and a totally good experience.

This is also due to the excellent guidance and recommendations of Lucy Copson.

Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:

I am sorry - but at the moment I cannot imagine any suggestions.
We already recommended you to my colleagues in Zambia and to guests in both camps!" Read full review: 5 nights in Africa; 5 on a Zambia safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Family L
Kansas

"Exceptional trip"

I visited Zambia and 1 other country between 14 May 2017 and 28 May 2017
"This was a trip I've dreamed of taking for 50 years, and it did not disappoint. Our team member, Maruska, was exceptional--as an example, when I first spoke with her, I rambled for about 15 minutes telling her all I wanted our trip to be. She listened patiently, then said she'd like to summarize what I've said to see if she understood correctly. In 3 minutes flat, she succinctly and accurately summarized all I had said AND attempted to say far more accurately than I did. That was the first indication of her insight, and every single dealing that followed reflected her keen professionalism and knowledge, plus she was always pleasant to deal with. Another example--my husband hadn't done any research on safaris, so was surprised and disappointed at first to learn what the trip should cost, even though the price was quite reasonable by safari standards. I suggested we schedule a conversation with Maruska so that he could discuss his concerns with her. After talking with her for 5-8 minutes, he relaxed, for he could tell from her comments and how she answered his questions and the options she presented that she was well versed in what she did and had truly put together an excellent package for us. When our daughter became ill at our first stop and the medic recommended we delay our trip by a day, so I sent an SOS to Maruska. Within an hour she telephoned me back, and within the second hour she made all of the necessary changes to our itinerary. She is a delight to work with, remarkably knowledgeable, efficient, helpful, and ever so pleasant!

Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
Can't think of a thing, we are 4 very satisfied customers." Read full review: 14 nights in Africa; 11 on a Zambia safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mrs J
Exeter

"A wonderful holiday."

I visited Namibia and 1 other country between 12 May 2017 and 25 May 2017
"Namibia was a marvellous discovery for us. We hope that the development of tourism will help the country continue its successful transition from apartheid-era colony to independent nation. The gulf between the wealthy minority and the struggling majority is wide.

When one is made aware of it (e.g. passing Spitzkoppe Village on the way to Spitzkoppen Lodge; going into Walvis Bay location with the police to look for stolen bag) one knows that there is still a long way to go.

Expert Africa provided us with a well-organised and reliable framework in which to enjoy this wonderful country. All your suggestions were spot-on and we appreciated your help when we needed it." Read full review: 13 nights in Africa; 12 on a Namibia trip
Overall trip
Excellent
Mrs P & Mr K
Hamilton

"Totally safisfied "

I visited Zambia between 12 Apr 2017 and 30 Apr 2017
"Really appreciated Maruska's help at putting together our itinerary. We had a fantastic trip and would love to return. Highly recommend Expert Africa (especially for first timers like ourselves)." Read full review: 18 nights in Africa; 10 on a Zambia safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr F
Cowes

"Waterberry lodge Feb 2017"

I visited Zambia between 18 Feb 2017 and 21 Feb 2017
Overall trip
Excellent
Family F
West Harrow

"Feb 17 Africa Trip "

I visited Zambia between 10 Feb 2017 and 20 Feb 2017
"We had been looking forward to this trip for ages, so the expectation levels were very high.

And we needn't have worried as the whole trip was all we could have possibly hoped it would be from the very beginning on arrival at the Avani in Zambia.

It was all organised so well with the smallest of detail included that would prove useful as we went along.

i.e. Knowing beforehand that we could buy a UniVisa in $ on arrival in Zambia & useful info on what to tip the parking attendants, etc
Tracy's idea of us not collecting the hire car on our arrival at night for what was our first time in Cape Town was an insightful choice.

Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:

None I can think of" Read full review: 10 nights in Africa; 3 on a Zambia safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Claire M
Toronto

"Fantastic trip"

I visited Zambia between 22 Dec 2016 and 31 Dec 2016
"The trip was fantastic and probably exceeded our expectations. There were so many details that made it special and we have come home with warm feelings about Zambia, thanks to this and to the people we interacted with at the various places we stayed. I will certainly be recommending both the country and the individual places we stayed to others. The number of animal sightings was incredible!

We also felt our experience with Expert Africa was very positive as well.

One point I'd like to mention - when we arrived at Lilayi Lodge we were told that lunch was not included in what we had already paid, which I had not realized. We arrived at 3 pm on Dec 22, so we had not expected it to be included that day but we thought it would be on Dec 23, when we spent the whole day at the lodge. This is probably confusion on my part, as the documents we were sent stated "half board" and Lilayi staff explained that half board to them meant dinner/breakfast.

However we were not familiar with this term so I had assumed it meant all meals, just no activities. It is not a big deal as we simply paid for lunch that day, however I'd like to suggest that this be clearly stated on documents for other guests who stay there ie. that it is only dinner and breakfast - to avoid others experiencing the same confusion." Read full review: 9 nights in Africa; 9 on a Zambia safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr B
Hertfordshire

"Excellent support"

I visited Kenya and 2 other countries between 11 Dec 2016 and 28 Dec 2016
"Very well constructed itinerary which for most part ran smoothly.

We were disappointed with Malawi for the reasons mentioned and also for the costs associated with Lilongwe airport. The actual internal flight departure tax is $7 per person and the external departure tax is $35 per person. Visa charge is $75 per person.

Considering the country is regarded as 'poor' and want to encourage tourism the Tourism Board should consider requesting the Government to reduce the fees involved. Suppose the UK equivalent is Air Passenger Duty (APD) which is £13 per person for flights of less than 2000 miles." Read full review: 17 nights in Africa; 7 on a Kenya safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr Z
Maryland, USA

"honeymoon of our dreams"

I visited Namibia and 2 other countries between 18 Nov 2016 and 3 Dec 2016
"Thanks for making our incredible honeymoon possible.

Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
The one thing I wished for over and over on the trip was a bit more slack in the plans. There were towns I would have liked to explore, and people I'd have loved to get to know, but we really did not have time. I don't remember it being an option to add in extra time in places, but this would have made the trip more enjoyable for me.

Also, an ATM map and a tip guide would be helpful. But overall, we were very pleased, so thank you." Read full review: 15 nights in Africa; 10 on a Namibia trip
Overall trip
Excellent
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