Reviews of safaris to Hwange National Park
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Mr S & Ms H
Kent
"Great trip to southern Africa"
I visited Zimbabwe and 1 other country between 25 Sep 2015 and 14 Oct 2015
"Excellent.
Interesting variety of activities and (nearly) all logistics worked to plan." Read full review: 19 nights in Africa; 11 on a Zimbabwe safari
Interesting variety of activities and (nearly) all logistics worked to plan." Read full review: 19 nights in Africa; 11 on a Zimbabwe safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr & Mrs AL
France
"Our fabulous Zimbabwe adventure"
I visited Zimbabwe between 22 Sep 2015 and 3 Oct 2015
"From the early booking stage our trip was superbly managed by Expert Africa and the service and organisation on the ground in Zimbabwe was generally very good.
The excellent hospitality and superb guiding, together with the warm welcome extended by the local people, made this an unforgettable experience and we would not hesitate to return to Zimbabwe. Of the 3 camps we stayed in, the 2 run by Wilderness Safaris provided a good level of overall comfort, despite their somewhat corporate feel, and still retained a genuine bush feel.
Rhino Safari Camp was somewhat disappointing and seemed to reflect the current run down situation in Matusadona.
We were approached several times, by fellow travellers, concerning the matter of "tips" and as we have found on previous safaris this remains a contentious issue. What is too much and what is too little?? Your guidelines suggest one thing and the camps have their own suggestions........
Overall we felt that we had a good value holiday." Read full review: 11 nights in Africa; 11 on a Zimbabwe safari
The excellent hospitality and superb guiding, together with the warm welcome extended by the local people, made this an unforgettable experience and we would not hesitate to return to Zimbabwe. Of the 3 camps we stayed in, the 2 run by Wilderness Safaris provided a good level of overall comfort, despite their somewhat corporate feel, and still retained a genuine bush feel.
Rhino Safari Camp was somewhat disappointing and seemed to reflect the current run down situation in Matusadona.
We were approached several times, by fellow travellers, concerning the matter of "tips" and as we have found on previous safaris this remains a contentious issue. What is too much and what is too little?? Your guidelines suggest one thing and the camps have their own suggestions........
Overall we felt that we had a good value holiday." Read full review: 11 nights in Africa; 11 on a Zimbabwe safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr R
Halifax
"Zimbabwe Safari Sept. 2015"
I visited Zimbabwe between 6 Sep 2015 and 20 Sep 2015
"Overall we had a great time in Zimbabwe. Hwange National Park and Mana Pools were especially good safari destinations. Somalisa and Zambezi Life Styles were both fantastic and their staff are to be commended.
We were a little disappointed with Matusadona simply from the point of view of the wildlife that we saw. The wildlife here seems to have suffered quite badly from the falling water levels in Lake Kariba. This, combined with trophy hunting, has seen the Lion population in the Park crash. The Black Rhino have also suffered at the hands of poachers (as they have everywhere). Having said this, I must say that Rhino Camp and it`s staff were very good and we did see Elephant, Impala, Hippos & Crocs, and the Bird life is good.
All the Guides at all the camps were excellent. Lovemore at ZLS is a great guide and a real character, and Calvet at Somalisa is superb.
Thanks for a great trip." Read full review: 14 nights in Africa; 12 on a Zimbabwe safari
We were a little disappointed with Matusadona simply from the point of view of the wildlife that we saw. The wildlife here seems to have suffered quite badly from the falling water levels in Lake Kariba. This, combined with trophy hunting, has seen the Lion population in the Park crash. The Black Rhino have also suffered at the hands of poachers (as they have everywhere). Having said this, I must say that Rhino Camp and it`s staff were very good and we did see Elephant, Impala, Hippos & Crocs, and the Bird life is good.
All the Guides at all the camps were excellent. Lovemore at ZLS is a great guide and a real character, and Calvet at Somalisa is superb.
Thanks for a great trip." Read full review: 14 nights in Africa; 12 on a Zimbabwe safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Dr M.
Loughborough
"Zimbabwe trip"
I visited Zimbabwe between 4 Sep 2015 and 16 Sep 2015
"On returning to the UK many people when they asked me about my trip to Zimbabwe wanted to know if it was safe. Yes it is, and the local people are very keen to encourage more tourists to visit. Most of your money goes to ordinary Zimbabweans, and only a small amount to the government.
You will be welcomed wherever you go, especially should you visit any junior schools. More and more lodges are forming partnerships with local people to develop conservancies and concession areas that help to protect wild animals and to provide benefits for local communities." Read full review: 12 nights in Africa; 10 on a Zimbabwe safari
You will be welcomed wherever you go, especially should you visit any junior schools. More and more lodges are forming partnerships with local people to develop conservancies and concession areas that help to protect wild animals and to provide benefits for local communities." Read full review: 12 nights in Africa; 10 on a Zimbabwe safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr P
Reading
"Wonderful first safari in Zimbabwe"
I visited Zimbabwe between 30 Aug 2015 and 7 Sep 2015
"This was a wonderful introduction to the safari experience - great camps, superb guiding in a park that is not overcrowded."
Read full review: 8 nights in Africa; 7 on a Zimbabwe safari
Overall trip
Excellent
C
Boston
"Trip of a Lifetime"
I visited Zimbabwe and 1 other country between 18 Jul 2015 and 28 Jul 2015
"Overall the trip exceeded my expectations - the activities, the animals, the people, the atmosphere - all of it was phenomenal. I would absolutely go back. We really debated which country to go to and I'm SO glad we selected Zimbabwe.
I could have lived without the trip to Capetown on the front end. It was nice, but not much different than any other cosmopolitan European city. So in hindsight I would have preferred to channel that time into safaris at the camps. But overall an amazing vacation with a lot of unexpected education." Read full review: 10 nights in Africa; 7 on a Zimbabwe safari
I could have lived without the trip to Capetown on the front end. It was nice, but not much different than any other cosmopolitan European city. So in hindsight I would have preferred to channel that time into safaris at the camps. But overall an amazing vacation with a lot of unexpected education." Read full review: 10 nights in Africa; 7 on a Zimbabwe safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr M& Ms S
Derby
"My Jun 2015 trip"
I visited Zimbabwe between 7 Jun 2015 and 13 Jun 2015
"Our first visit to Zimbabwe and we loved every minute of it.
The accommodation was all great and the transfers worked out very well." Read full review: 6 nights in Africa; 6 on a Zimbabwe safari
The accommodation was all great and the transfers worked out very well." Read full review: 6 nights in Africa; 6 on a Zimbabwe safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mrs B
Oxon
"My May 2015 Trip"
I visited Zimbabwe between 31 May 2015 and 14 Jun 2015
"Really enjoyed it but you need to stress how cold Hwange gets 1100m up."
Read full review: 14 nights in Africa; 13 on a Zimbabwe safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Ms S
Beckenham
"Africa 2015"
I visited Zimbabwe and 1 other country between 17 Apr 2015 and 29 Apr 2015
"We thoroughly enjoyed our trip. Cape Town was lovely, great accommodation, good restaurants, lovely trips, friendly people. It is an easy town to get around. We hired a car for two days too.
Vic Falls - enjoyed it except for the builidng works at Ilala Lodge. Also whilst walking around Vic Falls you do get hassled by young men selling souvenirs which is a nuisance and put us off walking around the town. We were advised it used to much worse.
Camp Hwange - fantastic, so many memories.
Claire organised it so well, there were no problems. Cars always turned up on time. Check-in at hotels efficient.
Overall, we loved the trip and choice of accommodation." Read full review: 12 nights in Africa; 7 on a Zimbabwe safari
Vic Falls - enjoyed it except for the builidng works at Ilala Lodge. Also whilst walking around Vic Falls you do get hassled by young men selling souvenirs which is a nuisance and put us off walking around the town. We were advised it used to much worse.
Camp Hwange - fantastic, so many memories.
Claire organised it so well, there were no problems. Cars always turned up on time. Check-in at hotels efficient.
Overall, we loved the trip and choice of accommodation." Read full review: 12 nights in Africa; 7 on a Zimbabwe safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mrs G
Amersham
"surpassed our expectations"
I visited Zimbabwe between 2 Apr 2015 and 9 Apr 2015
"Once over the shock of the 2 hour wait to enter Zimbabwe (they are building a new terminal and just cannot cope with the volume of visitors), the trip was absolutely fantastic.
The visit to Victoria Falls and the elephant safari are a must on anyones itinerary. All transfers were very timely and efficient with mineral water always available if needed. Simply our best holiday ever and although a lot of money I now appreciate why safaris are so expensive.
However, for a special occasion it does represent good value for money." Read full review: 7 nights in Africa; 7 on a Zimbabwe safari
The visit to Victoria Falls and the elephant safari are a must on anyones itinerary. All transfers were very timely and efficient with mineral water always available if needed. Simply our best holiday ever and although a lot of money I now appreciate why safaris are so expensive.
However, for a special occasion it does represent good value for money." Read full review: 7 nights in Africa; 7 on a Zimbabwe safari
Overall trip
Excellent
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