Reviews of Big Lagoon Camp
Wildlife sightings and reviews
93 independent comments and wildlife information from our travellers who have visited Big Lagoon Camp and kindly agreed to share their thoughts. They do not necessarily represent the views of Expert Africa
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"Crocodile Bushcamp review"
The Chikoko Trails is well worth doing -- the terrain is not difficult, the guide sets the pace to yours and you are introduced to a wealth of detail about all facets of the bush." See all these reviews: 10n in Zambia
"Crocodile"
There seemed to be some new decor touches around the camp and in the rooms since my last stay (Aug 2009). The walk in mosquito nets are a definite improvement and the robes are a nice touch. I also like the hammocks (but these aren't new).
As with Chikoko the grass was very high in places.
A lovely relaxing stay in a beautiful camp, and Brent was an excellent guide and host." See all these reviews: 14n in Zambia
"Crocodile Bushcamp review"
You could tell that the staff at this camp was not as "seasoned" as the others" See all these reviews: 13n in Zambia
"Creatively Remote."
The staff were very accommodating to our needs, even to supplying hot water on request.
Our guide, Brent, was extremely knowledgeable and made our walks very interesting and edifying." See all these reviews: 11n in Zambia
"Crocodile Bushcamp"
"Nichols at Crocodile"
Although the accommodation is essentially a grass hut, it has all the facilities necessary and if there is the occasional frog sharing your bedroom, it's all part of the experience. If you prefer five star hotels, this isn't the holiday for you.
The guided walks were the highlight. You get closer to the animals when you're in a car but walking through the bush is a completely different experience. We were there in mid-October and it has to be said that with the temperature at around 38 degrees, some might find it excessively hot. By the time we got back from a walk at 10.00 a.m. we were all ready for a cold shower. It did mean, however, that the animals congregated around the available water and were much easier to spot.
Our guide, Brent Harris was very knowledgeable and keen to share his enthusiasm.
Considering the limited cooking facilities, the food was very impressive." See all these reviews: 13n in Zambia
"Perfect"
The camp was quite simply constructed, as a remote bush camp should be, but everything we needed was provided. The standard of service at the camp was extraordinarily good, especially considering that everything had to be carried in from the nearest river crossing. The food in particular was wonderful, all cooked from fresh on site.
The game walks were fantastic - we saw a leopard kill hidden away and were able to come back later and actually see the leopard. We also had a herd of buffalo pass in from of us at the same time as a herd of elephant were approaching from the side. And best of all, we came across a pride of 13 lion eating a freshly killed buffalo, or at least they were until they spotted us - a moment not for the faint-hearted! All thanks to our brilliant guide, Bryan." See all these reviews: 8n in Namibia; 7n in Zambia; 2n in Zimbabwe; 2n in Botswana
"Atmospheric bush-camp"
Again, we were delighted with the team looking after us." See all these reviews: 10n in Zambia
"Crocodile - Chikoko walking tour"
Crocodile is a tiny camp, with ground level grass huts open at the front overlooking the waterhole. This is pumped so guarantees sightings from the camp. We saw Impala, Bushbuck, and Buffalo at the water. We also witnessed a (very nearly) sucessful Lion hunt right in front of our hut in the early morning before breakfast. The area round this camp was good for spotting Raptors and Vultures.
As with the other Remote Safari camps the staff took superb care of us." See all these reviews: 9n in Zambia
"The lovely Crocodile Bushcamp"
Excellent staff with a sense of humour - needed when we gave a very short, impromptu concert!
We wish that we had spent at least one more night." See all these reviews: 13n in Zambia
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