Reviews of safaris to South Luangwa National Park
896 holiday reviews from our travellers of holidays which include South Luangwa.
Mr & Mrs G
Beckenham
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I visited Zambia between 12 Dec 2007 and 14 Jan 2008
"Zambia was simply great. The pristine wildness of the South Luangwa park, particularly out at the Kapamba bushcamp, was quite awe inspiring. We saw all the wildlife we hoped to see, and more besides in terms of the smaller fauna such as birds, insects and reptiles.
Overall, we were well looked after by your agents in Zambia and South Africa, as well as at home by Clare. The Norman Carr safari was a bit of a disappointment, and BA were their usual mediocre selves, biut all in all, this was a great experience for us.
We'd certainly look to come back to Zambia again, and would have no hesitation in using Expert Africa." Read full review: 33 nights in Africa; 12 on a Zambia safari
Overall, we were well looked after by your agents in Zambia and South Africa, as well as at home by Clare. The Norman Carr safari was a bit of a disappointment, and BA were their usual mediocre selves, biut all in all, this was a great experience for us.
We'd certainly look to come back to Zambia again, and would have no hesitation in using Expert Africa." Read full review: 33 nights in Africa; 12 on a Zambia safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mrs Genet
Manchester
"Zambia Bats and Cats Safari 2007"
I visited Zambia between 16 Nov 2007 and 1 Dec 2007
"Phantastic.
South Luanga is a wonderful place, great wildlife and people.
Kasanka bat safari is a one-of-a-kind experience, indescribable." Read full review: 15 nights in Africa; 13 on a Zambia safari
South Luanga is a wonderful place, great wildlife and people.
Kasanka bat safari is a one-of-a-kind experience, indescribable." Read full review: 15 nights in Africa; 13 on a Zambia safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr B
WhiteChapel
"Greta time in Zambia"
I visited Zambia between 2 Nov 2007 and 15 Nov 2007
"A fantastic time was had, good game viewing, everyone was extremely helpful and welcoming, all went extremely smoothly, and was therefore very relaxing.
Special thanks to Heather and Bryan at Tafika, Rachel at Bilimungwe, and Anna Devereux ar Expert Africa who did a fantastic job of organising the trip at very short notice." Read full review: 13 nights in Africa; 12 on a Zambia safari
Special thanks to Heather and Bryan at Tafika, Rachel at Bilimungwe, and Anna Devereux ar Expert Africa who did a fantastic job of organising the trip at very short notice." Read full review: 13 nights in Africa; 12 on a Zambia safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mrs M Glasgow
UK
"Fantastic Honeymoon"
I visited Zambia between 29 Oct 2007 and 9 Nov 2007
"This holiday is with out doubt the best holiday either myself or Ross have ever been on. It ticked all of the boxes of things we wanted for our Honeymoon.
Neither of us had been on Safari before and it was such a fantastic experience. We felt well looked after at all of the camps and loved Zambia. The mix of camps and activities was perfect allowing us the right mix of adventure and relaxing." Read full review: 11 nights in Africa; 10 on a Zambia safari
Neither of us had been on Safari before and it was such a fantastic experience. We felt well looked after at all of the camps and loved Zambia. The mix of camps and activities was perfect allowing us the right mix of adventure and relaxing." Read full review: 11 nights in Africa; 10 on a Zambia safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr Firefinch
UK
"A Fantastic and Truly Memorable Holiday"
I visited Zambia between 22 Oct 2007 and 3 Nov 2007
"We had a fantastic and truly memorable holiday and we would like to thank everybody who made it possible. All the arrangements for the trip went very smoothly throughout. We found the standard of the accommodation excellent and greatly enjoyed the well presented and tasty food – particularly the freshly made bread every day.
All the staff at each place we stayed were very welcoming and went out of their way to be very helpful at all times. The activities were well organised and we were very impressed with the depth of knowledge of the guides who gave us a wealth of information about the mammals, reptiles, birds and trees.
The most rewarding feature of the holiday for us was the opportunity to walk in the bush as well as going on game drives by day and after dark. The walks gave us a different perspective from the game drives and we welcomed the chance they gave us to observe and learn about the smaller things as well as to see some big game at close quarters.
We would have welcomed more opportunities to walk (for example, as an alternative to the game drive before sundowners) and we could have walked further and at a greater pace, with the morning walk continuing for longer on some days, which would have been quite practicable, since to our pleasant surprise we did not find the heat to be a problem at any time.
We appreciate the need to balance the wishes of a variety of guests, but we were the only two guests on many of our walks. The balance of time between walking and stopping to observe and to hear about things was fine, but we felt we could have done more. Perhaps we should have been more assertive about this, but that was not necessarily easy with people who were new to us, given that we went out with many different guides (which, of course, had many advantages).
We were a little surprised that there were no restrictions on smoking both at Kapani and the bush camps. We felt that this was a significant fire risk in the bush camps and unpleasant for non-smokers like us at meal times and when sharing vehicles.
Although we have made a number of critical comments, these must be taken in the context of a superb and well organised holiday which we enjoyed immensely and which we will continue to enjoy as we look back at our photographs and the journals we wrote up during siesta time each day." Read full review: 12 nights in Africa; 11 on a Zambia safari
All the staff at each place we stayed were very welcoming and went out of their way to be very helpful at all times. The activities were well organised and we were very impressed with the depth of knowledge of the guides who gave us a wealth of information about the mammals, reptiles, birds and trees.
The most rewarding feature of the holiday for us was the opportunity to walk in the bush as well as going on game drives by day and after dark. The walks gave us a different perspective from the game drives and we welcomed the chance they gave us to observe and learn about the smaller things as well as to see some big game at close quarters.
We would have welcomed more opportunities to walk (for example, as an alternative to the game drive before sundowners) and we could have walked further and at a greater pace, with the morning walk continuing for longer on some days, which would have been quite practicable, since to our pleasant surprise we did not find the heat to be a problem at any time.
We appreciate the need to balance the wishes of a variety of guests, but we were the only two guests on many of our walks. The balance of time between walking and stopping to observe and to hear about things was fine, but we felt we could have done more. Perhaps we should have been more assertive about this, but that was not necessarily easy with people who were new to us, given that we went out with many different guides (which, of course, had many advantages).
We were a little surprised that there were no restrictions on smoking both at Kapani and the bush camps. We felt that this was a significant fire risk in the bush camps and unpleasant for non-smokers like us at meal times and when sharing vehicles.
Although we have made a number of critical comments, these must be taken in the context of a superb and well organised holiday which we enjoyed immensely and which we will continue to enjoy as we look back at our photographs and the journals we wrote up during siesta time each day." Read full review: 12 nights in Africa; 11 on a Zambia safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr B Bath
UK
"Back in Bath"
I visited Zambia between 22 Oct 2007 and 5 Nov 2007
"Overall it was a wonderful and magical experience, especially being deep in the bush and listening to the noises of the night and dawn.
Definitely a sarong and flip flops next time.
Would like to go to Chongwe again (visited the River House on the way to the landing strip... WOW!) and would do more walks, looking at small things rather than the big beasts.
We liked the house party atmosphere and meeting different people all the time. That was an important part of the holiday .
We would single out Simon (Nsefu) and Catherine and Rocky (Tena Tena) for dealing so smoothly with the
Vikings - they'll know (as will Robin!) who and what we mean!!!!!!!" Read full review: 14 nights in Africa; 13 on a Zambia safari
Definitely a sarong and flip flops next time.
Would like to go to Chongwe again (visited the River House on the way to the landing strip... WOW!) and would do more walks, looking at small things rather than the big beasts.
We liked the house party atmosphere and meeting different people all the time. That was an important part of the holiday .
We would single out Simon (Nsefu) and Catherine and Rocky (Tena Tena) for dealing so smoothly with the
Vikings - they'll know (as will Robin!) who and what we mean!!!!!!!" Read full review: 14 nights in Africa; 13 on a Zambia safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Ms S Southampton
UK
"Great time in Zambia with excellent wildlife "
I visited Zambia between 20 Oct 2007 and 27 Oct 2007
"I thoroughly enjoyed my trip which was my first visit to Zambia and I would definitely recommend it to other people for a safari and I would also recommend Expert Africa who were knowledgeable and provided an excellent service. Stayed at 2 good lodges and saw some great wildlife."
Read full review: 7 nights in Africa; 7 on a Zambia safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mrs S R
London
"First time in Africa"
I visited Zambia between 17 Oct 2007 and 30 Oct 2007
"I booked this on a whim after reading about walking safaris in the FT. It was our first trip to Africa, first safari and I would go back. Meeting other travellers and hearing their tales and recommendations makes us want to see other parts of the country.
Next time I would not do a safari every day, now I know what is involved, but perhap see a little more of the country.
I initially thought the trip was expensive but looking back and on what we got for our money it was very good value." Read full review: 13 nights in Africa; 12 on a Zambia safari
Next time I would not do a safari every day, now I know what is involved, but perhap see a little more of the country.
I initially thought the trip was expensive but looking back and on what we got for our money it was very good value." Read full review: 13 nights in Africa; 12 on a Zambia safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr Baobab
Wimborne
"My trip to Africa"
I visited Zambia and 1 other country between 12 Oct 2007 and 30 Oct 2007
"An absolutely brilliant trip, everything and more than I could have hoped for.
Expert Africa's Anna Devereux Baker was exceptionally helpful when flight times changed, the Post Office went on strike and I needed a flight upgrade arranged due to back problems." Read full review: 18 nights in Africa; 9 on a Zambia safari
Expert Africa's Anna Devereux Baker was exceptionally helpful when flight times changed, the Post Office went on strike and I needed a flight upgrade arranged due to back problems." Read full review: 18 nights in Africa; 9 on a Zambia safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr & Mrs K
Maidstone
"Trip feedback"
I visited Zambia and 1 other country between 1 Oct 2007 and 19 Oct 2007
"The visa waiver situation did not work on this occasion. This needs to be discused and further clarification made.
Please come back to me to discuss in detail." Read full review: 18 nights in Africa; 11 on a Zambia safari
Please come back to me to discuss in detail." Read full review: 18 nights in Africa; 11 on a Zambia safari
Overall trip
Excellent
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