Reviews of safaris to South Luangwa National Park
896 holiday reviews from our travellers of holidays which include South Luangwa.
Mr & Mrs W
Rugeley
"African adventure of a lifetime."
I visited Zambia between 3 Jul 2009 and 14 Jul 2009
"Everything from beginning to end was beyond our wildest dreams. All on our wish list had been ticked. The Zambian people are exceptionally friendly.
We felt Expert Africa organised the safari overall very effectively. Staff at Expert Africa, especially Lucy, were always helpful and informative. The overall operation of the safari by Norman Carr was exceptional, everything went like clockwork.
Thank you Expert Africa for an experience of a lifetime!!" Read full review: 11 nights in Africa; 10 on a Zambia safari
We felt Expert Africa organised the safari overall very effectively. Staff at Expert Africa, especially Lucy, were always helpful and informative. The overall operation of the safari by Norman Carr was exceptional, everything went like clockwork.
Thank you Expert Africa for an experience of a lifetime!!" Read full review: 11 nights in Africa; 10 on a Zambia safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mrs & Mrs G
UK
"We LOVE Zambia!"
I visited Zambia between 25 May 2009 and 5 Jun 2009
"Chris & Lisa's comments -
This was our third trip to Africa with Expert Africa and we would not travel with anyone else! We went to Namibia in 2004 (our honeymoon) and to Zambia for the first time in 2007.
Anna had organized our previous trip to Zambia and was so helpful & enthusiastic we felt we had to ask her to help us to arrange a return trip. Her knowledge was invaluable in helping us to decide when we wanted to return and where we were to stay. The fact that Anna returns to Zambia for her own holidays shows just how much she loves the country and this is evident whenever you talk to her. Her passion for Zambia is infectious!
After talking to Anna so many times (I am sure she must be fed up with me by now!) and booking two trips with her I feel as though I am talking to a friend even though we have never met.
We fell in love with Zambia on our first trip & knew we had to return. We chose to go back at a different time of year (our previous trip was in October) to see the Luangwa Valley at the beginning of the dry season rather than at the end, and to see the Victoria falls at high water. It was lovely to experience this beautiful country in another season, the valley was as wonderful as last time and the falls were certainly different - there was water coming over them (a LOT of water!).
We hope to return to Zambia and will certainly be back in touch with Anna. Thank you for helping us to arrange another amazing trip!
John & Uschi's comments -
We are very grateful that Chris and Lisa asked us to come along. We had been to Africa a lot before (more than 10 times), but this was our first time to Zambia. And we were not disappointed. It is a wonderful country full of great wildlife and scenery and extremely friendly people.
We have loved some African countries for a long time and have put Zambia on that list." Read full review: 11 nights in Africa; 10 on a Zambia safari
This was our third trip to Africa with Expert Africa and we would not travel with anyone else! We went to Namibia in 2004 (our honeymoon) and to Zambia for the first time in 2007.
Anna had organized our previous trip to Zambia and was so helpful & enthusiastic we felt we had to ask her to help us to arrange a return trip. Her knowledge was invaluable in helping us to decide when we wanted to return and where we were to stay. The fact that Anna returns to Zambia for her own holidays shows just how much she loves the country and this is evident whenever you talk to her. Her passion for Zambia is infectious!
After talking to Anna so many times (I am sure she must be fed up with me by now!) and booking two trips with her I feel as though I am talking to a friend even though we have never met.
We fell in love with Zambia on our first trip & knew we had to return. We chose to go back at a different time of year (our previous trip was in October) to see the Luangwa Valley at the beginning of the dry season rather than at the end, and to see the Victoria falls at high water. It was lovely to experience this beautiful country in another season, the valley was as wonderful as last time and the falls were certainly different - there was water coming over them (a LOT of water!).
We hope to return to Zambia and will certainly be back in touch with Anna. Thank you for helping us to arrange another amazing trip!
John & Uschi's comments -
We are very grateful that Chris and Lisa asked us to come along. We had been to Africa a lot before (more than 10 times), but this was our first time to Zambia. And we were not disappointed. It is a wonderful country full of great wildlife and scenery and extremely friendly people.
We have loved some African countries for a long time and have put Zambia on that list." Read full review: 11 nights in Africa; 10 on a Zambia safari
Overall trip
Excellent
riguss
Belgium
"satisfaction"
I visited Mozambique and 3 other countries between 15 May 2009 and 31 May 2009
"the activities were as we expected or even better and the logistics worked smoothly throughout the whole trip"
Read full review: 16 nights in Africa; 8 on a Mozambique holiday
Overall trip
Excellent
D party
Belgium
"Marvellous!"
I visited Zambia between 14 May 2009 and 24 May 2009
"I experienced what i wanted! It was very very nice!! Very well organized!
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
I have non, it was already perfect!!" Read full review: 10 nights in Africa; 9 on a Zambia safari
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
I have non, it was already perfect!!" Read full review: 10 nights in Africa; 9 on a Zambia safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr & Mrs W
Poole
"A memorable holiday"
I visited Zambia between 8 May 2009 and 16 May 2009
"Nothing to find fault with.
Suggestions for improvement:
This was our first experience of arranging a bespoke holiday through an agent such as Expert Africa. We were very satisfied with the service." Read full review: 8 nights in Africa; 7 on a Zambia safari
Suggestions for improvement:
This was our first experience of arranging a bespoke holiday through an agent such as Expert Africa. We were very satisfied with the service." Read full review: 8 nights in Africa; 7 on a Zambia safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr Y & Dr C
Essex
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I visited Zambia between 24 Apr 2009 and 10 May 2009
"One of the best trips we've ever done (and we've done a few similar).
The four places we visited were all excellent in different ways, which was what we hoped for. We have been to Zambia three times before at the end of the dry season, and we wanted to see it at a different time of year and visit new places. Mutininondo and Shiwa were recommendtaions from people we'd met on previous trips, and Claire was able to reassure us that they would be good so we were dleighted that they were. Claire's recommendation to go to Shoebill was also excellent.
All in all, a wondeful experience, great scenery, excellent wildlife and we met some very interesting people.
Suggestions for improvements:
Can't think of anything. Efficient, friendly service. Helpful in setting everthing up kept us infomed about changes." Read full review: 16 nights in Africa; 14 on a Zambia safari
The four places we visited were all excellent in different ways, which was what we hoped for. We have been to Zambia three times before at the end of the dry season, and we wanted to see it at a different time of year and visit new places. Mutininondo and Shiwa were recommendtaions from people we'd met on previous trips, and Claire was able to reassure us that they would be good so we were dleighted that they were. Claire's recommendation to go to Shoebill was also excellent.
All in all, a wondeful experience, great scenery, excellent wildlife and we met some very interesting people.
Suggestions for improvements:
Can't think of anything. Efficient, friendly service. Helpful in setting everthing up kept us infomed about changes." Read full review: 16 nights in Africa; 14 on a Zambia safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr SM
NW London
"A definite holiday to remember"
I visited Zambia between 10 Apr 2009 and 25 Apr 2009
"This will rank as one of my best holidays.
The whole trip exceeded expectations, and the level of service throughout the trip could not be faulted and while a Zambian safari is not the cheapest option, I felt this was definitely value for money.
Anna's advice on the itinery turned out to be a perfect recommendation, with the right amount of time in each place.
Suggestions for improvement:
I was completely satisfied with the whole level of service, particularly the fact that the itinerary was organised around what I was looking for rather than any pre-set itinerary. Anna was also able to give recommendations on the options, based on personal experience - always a plus for me. I would definitely recommend Expert Africa to anyone considering a safari to Africa." Read full review: 15 nights in Africa; 14 on a Zambia safari
The whole trip exceeded expectations, and the level of service throughout the trip could not be faulted and while a Zambian safari is not the cheapest option, I felt this was definitely value for money.
Anna's advice on the itinery turned out to be a perfect recommendation, with the right amount of time in each place.
Suggestions for improvement:
I was completely satisfied with the whole level of service, particularly the fact that the itinerary was organised around what I was looking for rather than any pre-set itinerary. Anna was also able to give recommendations on the options, based on personal experience - always a plus for me. I would definitely recommend Expert Africa to anyone considering a safari to Africa." Read full review: 15 nights in Africa; 14 on a Zambia safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr H & Ms Y
UK
"Overall Trip Feedback"
I visited Zambia between 6 Apr 2009 and 18 Apr 2009
"Very enjoyable. The trip was well organised with all the transfers and internal flights of a high standard."
Read full review: 12 nights in Africa; 11 on a Zambia safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr C & family
Dorset
"What a great trip"
I visited Zambia between 1 Apr 2009 and 16 Apr 2009
"A super trip. We are already boring all our friends with our tales!!
Would have no hesitation in recommending Expert Africa to friends" Read full review: 15 nights in Africa; 10 on a Zambia safari
Would have no hesitation in recommending Expert Africa to friends" Read full review: 15 nights in Africa; 10 on a Zambia safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr & Mrs M
Hythe
"Overall feedback"
I visited Zambia between 25 Mar 2009 and 9 Apr 2009
"Fantastic - the most important things were that we saw the wildlife and had experiences that we wanted.
Your questionnaire is too much on the camps/hotels and not enough on the experiences and what you see which are far more important to us. We would go back to each place we stayed and we would certainly use Expert Africa again especially as we initially costed this trip ouselves and found that you offered a good saving and the added comfort of support in the UK and Anna's advice and in depth knowledge of Zambia. We know a number of other clients who say the same about Anna :)
Suggestions to help Expert Africa improve their service: Keep on looking out for camps and lodges that concentrate on wildlife not just creature comforts. Keep prices competitive, keep friendly and knowledgeable staff like Anna. We are very happy - thank you." Read full review: 15 nights in Africa; 11 on a Zambia safari
Your questionnaire is too much on the camps/hotels and not enough on the experiences and what you see which are far more important to us. We would go back to each place we stayed and we would certainly use Expert Africa again especially as we initially costed this trip ouselves and found that you offered a good saving and the added comfort of support in the UK and Anna's advice and in depth knowledge of Zambia. We know a number of other clients who say the same about Anna :)
Suggestions to help Expert Africa improve their service: Keep on looking out for camps and lodges that concentrate on wildlife not just creature comforts. Keep prices competitive, keep friendly and knowledgeable staff like Anna. We are very happy - thank you." Read full review: 15 nights in Africa; 11 on a Zambia safari
Overall trip
Excellent
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