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

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"Still a great experience on our second visit"

Buffalo
1 sighting

Elephant
Multiple sightings

Giraffe
3 sightings

Hippo
10 sightings

Leopard
2 sightings

Lion
1 sighting

Spotted Hyena
1 sighting

Wildebeest
Multiple sightings

Zebra
Multiple sightings
"Nice stay, good guides and good company"
Excellent location, very friendly and informative staff and management.
Overall a good stay" See all these reviews: 7n in Zimbabwe; 6n in Zambia

Buffalo
Multiple sightings

Elephant
Multiple sightings

Giraffe
Multiple sightings

Hippo
Multiple sightings

Leopard
Multiple sightings

Lion
Multiple sightings

Wild dog
Multiple sightings

Zebra
Multiple sightings
"Tafika review"
"Tafika review"
We had some 'interesting' moments but very well handled by excellent guide Stephen Banda." See all these reviews: 13n in Zambia; 6n in Rwanda

Buffalo
10 sightings

Elephant
10 sightings

Giraffe
10 sightings

Hippo
10 sightings

Leopard
4 sightings

Lion
3 sightings

Spotted Hyena
4 sightings

Wildebeest
10 sightings

Zebra
10 sightings
"Tafika review"

Buffalo
3 sightings

Elephant
6 sightings

Giraffe
2 sightings

Hippo
10 sightings

Leopard
2 sightings

Lion
2 sightings

Spotted Hyena
3 sightings

Wild dog
2 sightings

Zebra
3 sightings
"Tafika is our favourite safari camp..."
We considered going to another camp but felt that Tafika offered us everything we were looking for and we were not disappointed.
Just the right level of comfort, excellent guides and fine food." See all these reviews: 10n in Zambia; 2n in Zimbabwe

Buffalo
5 sightings

Elephant
10 sightings

Giraffe
5 sightings

Hippo
10 sightings

Leopard
3 sightings

Lion
1 sighting

Spotted Hyena
6 sightings

Wild dog
2 sightings

Zebra
6 sightings
"High class and run by very experienced people"
One of us was ill on arrival and the attention and support provided, particularly by Jen Coppinger, was exemplary. We were located, as requested, close to the Sitenje, making movement to and fro much easier. However, this did mean our veranda was very public, so we made little use of it in the afternoons. Otherwise, the room was very comfortable and luxurious.
The camp is well located with views over the Luangwa river, so there were plenty of sightings from camp of elephants, antelopes, hippos, crocodiles and birds. A Pels owl called behind our chalet, though we never saw it.
Our guide, Brian, had more than 20 years experience at Tafika and was very knowledgeable. We saw plenty of wildlife over our 3 days. Tafika has a strong focus on walking safaris. With no water based options, our activities were confined to game drives. As Tafika is outside the park, these became rather repetitive, with the same drive out along the river every time. Brian was reluctant to take the only other route, to the salt pan, in the day time, despite us requesting this, so we missed sightings of African wild dogs which we had particularly wanted to see. The lack of use of radios meant guides did not hear of unusual sightings elsewhere. We did have excellent lion, leopard, Thornycroft giraffe, zebra and elephant sightings, as well as a very shy Eland.
Food was generally good, though meat was often tough, even Zambian beef, which was beautifully tender in our other camps. The vegetables were a highlight and we thoroughly enjoyed seeing the wonderful vegetable garden at the back, which Nelson proudly showed us. For our taste, meals are somewhat formally hosted, so despite the excellent service and care, we never totally relaxed.
The exemplary service was finally illustrated by the couriering of a phone to our next camp which we had accidentally left charging in the camp." See all these reviews: 11n in Zambia

Buffalo
4 sightings

Eland
1 sighting

Elephant
10 sightings

Giraffe
6 sightings

Hippo
10 sightings

Leopard
3 sightings

Lion
5 sightings

Spotted Hyena
5 sightings

Zebra
10 sightings
"Tafika review"
We felt like we were among family, and were very sad to leave.
The guides were great, and the trip to the village was very enjoyable, with no pressure." See all these reviews: 7n in Zambia; 3n in Zimbabwe

Buffalo
Multiple sightings

Elephant
10 sightings

Giraffe
10 sightings

Hippo
10 sightings

Leopard
9 sightings

Lion
10 sightings

Spotted Hyena
6 sightings

Wild dog
10 sightings

Wildebeest
10 sightings

Zebra
10 sightings
"Outstanding Experience"
The rooms are private and inviting. The outdoor shower is lovely. The food is prepared with care and is very tasty.
The game viewing is superb and our guide Bryan did an outstanding job. We loved the game drives and looked forward to each as a new adventure." See all these reviews: 13n in Zambia

Buffalo
8 sightings

Elephant
10 sightings

Giraffe
8 sightings

Hippo
10 sightings

Leopard
10 sightings

Lion
7 sightings

Spotted Hyena
5 sightings

Wild dog
3 sightings

Wildebeest
2 sightings

Zebra
8 sightings
"Tafika review"
Food was excellent; the room was spacious and there were other interesting guests." See all these reviews: 16n in Zambia; 5n in Rwanda

Buffalo
4 sightings

Elephant
7 sightings

Giraffe
7 sightings

Hippo
10 sightings

Leopard
2 sightings

Lion
3 sightings

Spotted Hyena
Multiple sightings

Wild dog
Multiple sightings

Zebra
4 sightings
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