Reviews of Chikoko Tree Camp
Wildlife sightings and reviews
119 independent comments and wildlife information from our travellers who have visited Chikoko Tree Camp and kindly agreed to share their thoughts. They do not necessarily represent the views of Expert Africa

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"Chikoko Tree Camp review"

Buffalo
10 sightings

Elephant
10 sightings

Giraffe
10 sightings

Hippo
10 sightings

Zebra
10 sightings
"Chikoko Tree Camp review"
Only negative was the number of bees making breakfast an obstacle course rather than a relaxed delight!
We thoroughly enjoyed Levi's stories and Sasson's fire starting skills were most impressive. We enjoyed our kitchen tour almost as much as the local honey badger!
Padson does an amazing job and gave us a warm welcome!" See all these reviews: 12n in Zambia

Buffalo
Multiple sightings

Elephant
Multiple sightings

Giraffe
Multiple sightings

Hippo
Multiple sightings

Lion
1 sighting

Wildebeest
Multiple sightings

Zebra
Multiple sightings
"Chikoko Tree Camp review"
This was our first experience with walking safaris, and we thoroughly enjoyed them, but suggest they may be more for seasoned safari-goers, who have 'seen it all', because the concentration is on the smaller flora and fauna--and birds. One sees fewer 'big things', but more in depth. Thoroughly enjoyed the slow pace and the silence. Camp amenities were wonderful, and make sure to get a tour of the kitchen!
Guiding is different when walking, but it was first rate!" See all these reviews: 10n in Zambia; 10n in Zimbabwe

Buffalo
10 sightings

Elephant
10 sightings

Giraffe
10 sightings

Hippo
10 sightings

Roan antelope
1 sighting

Wild dog
2 sightings

Zebra
10 sightings
"Chikoko Tree Camp review"
Food was excellent, and as at Tafika I appreciated the new wine selection.
Amon is a great guide and I really enjoyed my 2 days here. It was also lovely to meet the new shareholder, Mark and his friend who were great company. A highlight of our walks was a sighting of a male lion, but I also enjoyed the birding.
In the end, I thought my two days at Chikoko was the highlight of my whole trip. There is something very relaxing about being in an exclusively walking area." See all these reviews: 12n in Zambia; 10n in Kenya

Buffalo
Multiple sightings

Elephant
Multiple sightings

Hippo
Multiple sightings

Lion
1 sighting

Zebra
Multiple sightings
"My favourite camp"
The hiking team was great, although a bit less so than the one I had in Takwela. The scout was a bit younger and less experienced (but still very much up to the job, this is not a negative comment on him and he managed pretty well a couple of delicate situations) and was also very interested in knowing more about the Western world. And Sussa the tea-porter was more shy than the ones in Takwela.
The hiking was excellent here as well, maybe even a bit better. I have the feeling that we could get a bit closer to the animals as these are slightly more used to visitors compared to North Luagnwa (especially following a covid year with hardly any visitors at all)." See all these reviews: 9n in Zambia

Buffalo
4 sightings

Eland
1 sighting

Elephant
10 sightings

Giraffe
6 sightings

Hippo
10 sightings

Zebra
4 sightings
"Walking safari from Chikoko Camp"
The weather was very hot so to be greeted by friendly faces with a cold towel and a cold beer was most welcoming.
The camp was beautifully laid out to of a very high standard of comfort in every respect. All the staff were delightful, friendly and helpful and the meals were exceptional, especially considering they were all cooked over charcoal and using bread ovens dug into the ground.
The walks we carried out in the mornings and evenings were both exciting and very interesting. We were very impressed with the knowledge of our guide, assistant guide and ranger and each of them were excellent company" See all these reviews: 5n in Zambia

Buffalo
Multiple sightings

Elephant
Multiple sightings

Giraffe
Multiple sightings

Hippo
Multiple sightings

Lion
Multiple sightings

Zebra
Multiple sightings
"Chokoko Walkng Camp"
Chalet roof had leaked during previous day's rain. Staff a ready for this with plastic sheets to cover essential parts of chalet." See all these reviews: 11n in Zambia

Buffalo
1 sighting

Elephant
3 sightings

Hippo
2 sightings

Zebra
3 sightings
"Luxury in the middle of the bush"

Buffalo
2 sightings

Elephant
10 sightings

Giraffe
3 sightings

Hippo
8 sightings

Lion
1 sighting

Zebra
10 sightings
"Chikoko Tree Camp review"

Buffalo
3 sightings

Elephant
Multiple sightings

Hippo
4 sightings

Lion
1 sighting
"Chikoko review"
The walking was hugely enjoyable - informative and sensibly paced - and although we were unsuccessful in our attempts to see lion, we were thrilled to be compensated by a sighting of a Pel's Fishing Owl, something which has long been on our wishlist." See all these reviews: 13n in Zambia
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