Reviews of safaris to Hwange National Park
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Ms C.
Redlands
"Shy animals, still loved it."
I visited Zimbabwe between 10 Apr 2024 and 19 Apr 2024
"I have to admit that the wildlife was not overwhelming--I knew the rainy season would have an effect, but I think we were also just unlucky.
I'm sure in the dry season the Hwange camps in particular, with their waterfalls, would offer outstanding experiences. That said, the landscape was lovely--despite the drought, there had been recent rains in Hwange to green up the plains (and also create standing water) and there were several highlights to remember--the group of sable (an antelope I had never seen), the jackals and dozens of vultures diving into the bushes where the remains of a buffalo lay, then exploding outward as someone took fright--the highly vocal lion cubs yowling and yowling--the staredown between a giraffe and lion. . .
I particularly enjoyed the vast open spaces of Hwange and the frequent sense of being alone in the landscape (i.e. no other vehicles around)." Read full review: 9 nights in Africa; 9 on a Zimbabwe safari
I'm sure in the dry season the Hwange camps in particular, with their waterfalls, would offer outstanding experiences. That said, the landscape was lovely--despite the drought, there had been recent rains in Hwange to green up the plains (and also create standing water) and there were several highlights to remember--the group of sable (an antelope I had never seen), the jackals and dozens of vultures diving into the bushes where the remains of a buffalo lay, then exploding outward as someone took fright--the highly vocal lion cubs yowling and yowling--the staredown between a giraffe and lion. . .
I particularly enjoyed the vast open spaces of Hwange and the frequent sense of being alone in the landscape (i.e. no other vehicles around)." Read full review: 9 nights in Africa; 9 on a Zimbabwe safari
Overall trip
Good
P.C
Redlands, Calif
"My Apr 2024 trip"
I visited Zimbabwe between 10 Apr 2024 and 19 Apr 2024
"We didn’t have to confirm or check on any arrangements — Expert Africa saw to everything and the coordination between the lodges and air flights was seamless.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
Nothing I can think of." Read full review: 9 nights in Africa; 9 on a Zimbabwe safari
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
Nothing I can think of." Read full review: 9 nights in Africa; 9 on a Zimbabwe safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mark
Switzerland
"My Jan 2024 trip"
I visited Zimbabwe and 1 other country between 2 Jan 2024 and 13 Jan 2024
"Great apart from upset stomach for a couple - should have sent the egg Bach to have it cooked more.
Beautiful birds and knowledgeable guides at 2 lodges in particular
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
Please provide clearer guidelines on tipping." Read full review: 11 nights in Africa; 9 on a Zimbabwe safari
Beautiful birds and knowledgeable guides at 2 lodges in particular
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
Please provide clearer guidelines on tipping." Read full review: 11 nights in Africa; 9 on a Zimbabwe safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr A.
Ongar
"My Nov 2023 trip"
I visited Zimbabwe and 1 other country between 7 Nov 2023 and 19 Nov 2023
"I think my earlier comments [Ed: in the individual camp reviews] have captured the mood of our trip.
It was the most memorable time and the organisation from Expert Africa was super.
All connections were seamless with cars to meet planes, planes to meet helicopters and planes to meet planes.
The camps we stayed in were both wonderful and the trip more than matched our expectations" Read full review: 12 nights in Africa; 6 on a Zimbabwe safari
It was the most memorable time and the organisation from Expert Africa was super.
All connections were seamless with cars to meet planes, planes to meet helicopters and planes to meet planes.
The camps we stayed in were both wonderful and the trip more than matched our expectations" Read full review: 12 nights in Africa; 6 on a Zimbabwe safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr & Mrs H
Lincs
"Zimbabwe 5 - 15 Nov 2023"
I visited Zimbabwe between 5 Nov 2023 and 16 Nov 2023
"This was our third trip to Zimbabwe using Expert Africa, previously having visited Somalisa/Mana Pools and Somalisa Acacia/Amalinda, and this might just have been the best we have ever done. The combination of a bush camp and 2 more comfortable camps worked really well for us. Hwange Bush Camp gave us the raw Africa experience. Camp Hwange provided a truly exceptional game viewing experience, and the Hide is a unique place. Our thanks to Tom for putting this trip together for us."
Read full review: 11 nights in Africa; 9 on a Zimbabwe safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr & Mrs V.
Leiden
"My Nov 2023 trip"
I visited Zimbabwe between 2 Nov 2023 and 11 Nov 2023
"For us personally there was a bit of (healthy?) tension regarding this trip.
It was the exact same one we did 10 years ago, which had a very unfortunate start. However, the days that remained were memorable and worth repeating. So we did and were definately not disappointed.
The trip as a whole went very smoothly and brought us exactly what we hoped for. We've come to rely on Expert Africa for just these reasons and will be doing so in the future. In fact, even before ending this trip we started planning the next one. If that's not a vote of confidence, I don't know what is.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
The service is impeccable, I can't think of any suggestions.
Regarding the trips; also pretty difficult. Maybe widen the range of countries you cater to?" Read full review: 9 nights in Africa; 7 on a Zimbabwe safari
It was the exact same one we did 10 years ago, which had a very unfortunate start. However, the days that remained were memorable and worth repeating. So we did and were definately not disappointed.
The trip as a whole went very smoothly and brought us exactly what we hoped for. We've come to rely on Expert Africa for just these reasons and will be doing so in the future. In fact, even before ending this trip we started planning the next one. If that's not a vote of confidence, I don't know what is.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
The service is impeccable, I can't think of any suggestions.
Regarding the trips; also pretty difficult. Maybe widen the range of countries you cater to?" Read full review: 9 nights in Africa; 7 on a Zimbabwe safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Peter & Olga
France
"My Oct/Nov 2023 trip"
I visited Zimbabwe between 28 Oct 2023 and 18 Nov 2023
"The entire trip was amazing - eight nights at Hwange Bush Camp in Zimbabwe including three nights fly camping at Mandavu followed by nine days on a mobile safari through Chobe, Savuti and Kwai.
The service throughout was outstanding.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
Please keep it the way it is." Read full review: 21 nights in Africa; 7 on a Zimbabwe safari
The service throughout was outstanding.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
Please keep it the way it is." Read full review: 21 nights in Africa; 7 on a Zimbabwe safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Pete & Nancy
Stockton
"Our Oct 2023 trip"
I visited Zambia and 2 other countries between 5 Oct 2023 and 2 Nov 2023
"In terms of game viewing experience, quality of accommodations, ease of connecting between camps and overall enjoyment this is the best safari experience we’ve had.
Expert Africa took care of all the details once we landed in Africa, and when we had a flight delay between camps due to weather, our flight schedule and accommodation for an extra night in camp were organized for us without a hitch.
The quality of every camp was just as we expected. The quality of guiding was the highest we’ve experienced. And even after a month of travel we never tired of the delicious and varied menu options.
Expert Africa took care of every detail and Wilderness (plus Green Safaris for one camp) came through in every camp.
The other companies that provided ground and air transportation between countries or camp-to-camp were also efficient and convenient. Excellent trip!" Read full review: 28 nights in Africa; 12 on a Zambia safari
Expert Africa took care of all the details once we landed in Africa, and when we had a flight delay between camps due to weather, our flight schedule and accommodation for an extra night in camp were organized for us without a hitch.
The quality of every camp was just as we expected. The quality of guiding was the highest we’ve experienced. And even after a month of travel we never tired of the delicious and varied menu options.
Expert Africa took care of every detail and Wilderness (plus Green Safaris for one camp) came through in every camp.
The other companies that provided ground and air transportation between countries or camp-to-camp were also efficient and convenient. Excellent trip!" Read full review: 28 nights in Africa; 12 on a Zambia safari
Overall trip
Excellent
SoCalCouple
Calif.
"My Oct 2023 trip"
I visited Zimbabwe and 2 other countries between 2 Oct 2023 and 19 Oct 2023
"Maruska did a great job planning our trip and was great when it came to answering all of our questions!"
Read full review: 17 nights in Africa; 5 on a Zimbabwe safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Jan & Nina
Düsseldorf
"Delta & Hwange"
I visited Botswana and 1 other country between 23 Sep 2023 and 2 Oct 2023
"Expert advice, smooth handling and veeery helpful with a few extra requests"
Read full review: 9 nights in Africa; 3 on a Botswana safari
Overall trip
Excellent
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