Reviews of safaris to Victoria Falls
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Mr & Mrs S
USA
"Africa Is Great"
I visited Botswana and 1 other country between 2 May 2015 and 9 May 2015
"Loved the trip. Nick put together a great itinerary, and everything was outstanding. One of our top trips ever."
Read full review: 7 nights in Africa; 5 on a Botswana safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr o
N London
"April 2015 honeymoon"
I visited Botswana and 1 other country between 20 Apr 2015 and 29 Apr 2015
"Great trip and thank you very much for the organization. We had an excellent time and thought that Chitable & Little Vumbura complemented each other very nice as two slightly different camps. All the transfers were very smooth and perfectly organized, including the border crossing Botswana/Zimbabwe. 2x 3 nights in the camps was also a good length of time.
As for Victoria Falls, would suggest recommending Victoria Falls Hotel to people. There was nothing wrong with Ilala Lodge, but Vic Falls Hotel does seem better located and a nicer place to relax given the pool area is so much nicer.
Many thanks again Nick for the great assistance with planning our trip." Read full review: 9 nights in Africa; 6 on a Botswana safari
As for Victoria Falls, would suggest recommending Victoria Falls Hotel to people. There was nothing wrong with Ilala Lodge, but Vic Falls Hotel does seem better located and a nicer place to relax given the pool area is so much nicer.
Many thanks again Nick for the great assistance with planning our trip." Read full review: 9 nights in Africa; 6 on a Botswana 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
Dr C
Newmarket
"Exceptional experience."
I visited Botswana and 1 other country between 14 Apr 2015 and 23 Apr 2015
"I cannot say enough to about this trip.
So many truly exceptional experiences, so many kind, warm people, the beauty of the region is astounding as is the amount of wildlife to be viewed. The diversity of the forests, grasses, plants and trees is also spectacular. All the guides and trackers were knowledgeable and so much fun to be with. There were nice connections and nice moments.
Without a doubt I will return to this area and without a doubt I will use Expert Africa.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
Not really. Nick was always so timely, informative and attentive. It has been a pleasure working with him over this past year. Also, it is nice to have found a company where I can refer people and be assured that they will receive the best treatment.
Thank you all so much." Read full review: 9 nights in Africa; 7 on a Botswana safari
So many truly exceptional experiences, so many kind, warm people, the beauty of the region is astounding as is the amount of wildlife to be viewed. The diversity of the forests, grasses, plants and trees is also spectacular. All the guides and trackers were knowledgeable and so much fun to be with. There were nice connections and nice moments.
Without a doubt I will return to this area and without a doubt I will use Expert Africa.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
Not really. Nick was always so timely, informative and attentive. It has been a pleasure working with him over this past year. Also, it is nice to have found a company where I can refer people and be assured that they will receive the best treatment.
Thank you all so much." Read full review: 9 nights in Africa; 7 on a Botswana safari
Overall trip
Excellent
P family
Philadelphia
"My April 2015 trip of a lifetime"
I visited South Africa and 2 other countries between 11 Apr 2015 and 20 Apr 2015
"We had the most amazing vacation. This was our first trip to Africa, and there's something about it that touches your soul.
I look forward to coming back, and would not hesitate to use Expert Africa again." Read full review: 9 nights in Africa; 4 on a South Africa trip
I look forward to coming back, and would not hesitate to use Expert Africa again." Read full review: 9 nights in Africa; 4 on a South Africa trip
Overall trip
Excellent
Dr G
Michigan
"My Apr 2015 trip"
I visited Botswana and 1 other country between 9 Apr 2015 and 17 Apr 2015
"Well coordinated and transfers were punctual."
Read full review: 8 nights in Africa; 6 on a Botswana safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr V
Athens
"Our Easter Safari Vacation"
I visited Botswana and 1 other country between 3 Apr 2015 and 17 Apr 2015
"We had a great holiday. Everything was better than our expectations ( except Vumbura Plains ).
One suggestion: when the kids are young, less than 12, I would limit the safari days to 6.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
Everything was very good." Read full review: 14 nights in Africa; 10 on a Botswana safari
One suggestion: when the kids are young, less than 12, I would limit the safari days to 6.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
Everything was very good." Read full review: 14 nights in Africa; 10 on a Botswana 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
Mr E & Mrs H
Botswana
"Report on our trip to Zimbabwe"
I visited Zimbabwe between 25 Feb 2015 and 8 Mar 2015
"We were a little surprised at how few outlets took credit cards. So it is best to bring a lot of dollars or face having to go to ATMs which might well limit you to small withdrawals.
Wherever we went in Zimbabwe the people, of whatever colour or origin, were unfailingly friendly and helpful. And at no time did we ever feel other than safe! All in all we had a splendid trip, such that it is in our minds to return to Zimbabwe at some time in the future.
So, many thanks to Nick Hobbs and all the team at Expert Africa for all your work. We will certainly use your services again in the future." Read full review: 11 nights in Africa; 9 on a Zimbabwe safari
Wherever we went in Zimbabwe the people, of whatever colour or origin, were unfailingly friendly and helpful. And at no time did we ever feel other than safe! All in all we had a splendid trip, such that it is in our minds to return to Zimbabwe at some time in the future.
So, many thanks to Nick Hobbs and all the team at Expert Africa for all your work. We will certainly use your services again in the future." Read full review: 11 nights in Africa; 9 on a Zimbabwe safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr & Mrs
Beccles
"Fantastic Holiday"
I visited Namibia and 2 other countries between 23 Feb 2015 and 12 Mar 2015
"Excellent holiday, far exceeded our expectations.
Felt safe throughout the trip. Tranfers at borders ran smoothly as did the car rental return All the staff at the lodges very professional and helpful. On reflections I think we would have rather stayed in slightly larger lodges. This is because sometimes we were the only ones there so lots of the activities were not on offer or to expensive as there was only the two of us. Food throughout was of a very high standard. Also the fact that the pound against the South African Rand is high made it a very good value holiday.!
Talking about a return visit as we headed home!
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
We used our credit cards at all the lodges and camps therefore did not need to take large wads of money.. In Kasane where we filled up with petrol, before handing back the car they took any currency, rand, sterling Dollars etc and the rate of exchange was on par with banks. This was great because we then did not have to change money into pula just for the petrol." Read full review: 17 nights in Africa; 11 on a Namibia trip
Felt safe throughout the trip. Tranfers at borders ran smoothly as did the car rental return All the staff at the lodges very professional and helpful. On reflections I think we would have rather stayed in slightly larger lodges. This is because sometimes we were the only ones there so lots of the activities were not on offer or to expensive as there was only the two of us. Food throughout was of a very high standard. Also the fact that the pound against the South African Rand is high made it a very good value holiday.!
Talking about a return visit as we headed home!
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
We used our credit cards at all the lodges and camps therefore did not need to take large wads of money.. In Kasane where we filled up with petrol, before handing back the car they took any currency, rand, sterling Dollars etc and the rate of exchange was on par with banks. This was great because we then did not have to change money into pula just for the petrol." Read full review: 17 nights in Africa; 11 on a Namibia trip
Overall trip
Excellent
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