Reviews of safaris to Kwando-Linyanti area

"Overall, this was a great experience, with many memorable sightings and some superb lodges.

Out of the whole trip, there was just one unsatisfactory lodge, which was Little Kwara in Botswana. We travelled in late September-early October, which is a very, very hot time of year, and on some of the afternoon drives the animals were still sheltering from the 38 degree afternoon heat.

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One idea would be to give in your advice, and in your camp descriptions, details of where and when you might see some of the rarer animals.

So, for example, we wanted to see eland, sable and roan, but this was not possible at any of our camps, but we had not thought to ask about it specifically before we went." Read full review: 14 nights in Africa; 9 on a Botswana safari

"Outstanding in every respect. We wish we could have stayed longer. A beautiful country with an abundance of wildlife.

The extremely hospitable staff at the camps couldn't do enough for you and the guides' ability to find the most elusive animals was uncanny. It was fascinating to learn from them some of the skills they use to track the animals.

Parks at Selinda Explorers could find the proverbial needle. The accommodation was luxurious and at the same time relaxed and informal. So many memories which will stay with us.

In later comms, these travellers expanded on the above a little, saying:

To say it was an outstanding trip would be an understatement of epic proportions. We were privileged to be in a country of great beauty and outstandingly hospitable, kind people. My only mistake was booking six days instead of sixty, though possibly my bank manager might have had something to say about it if I had. I think what made the trip so special was the almost constant sensory stimulation. The sights, sounds, smells and tastes of the country were a perpetual delight.

To start with the camps, Chitabe and Selinda Explorers. We had no right to expect the standards of accommodation, hospitality, comfort, food and drink that we experienced. Outstanding in every way.

The game drives were great. We saw such an abundance of wildlife we almost didn't know where to look next. We never tired of it - not even the impala which seemed to appear around every corner. Highlights were the wild dogs, which we could have watched all day, the leopards (with cubs), the huge herds of elephant (around fifty at one watering place), lions lying in the shade of the land rover, young male giraffes 'neck-fighting' and the abundant bird life (we liked the Ground Hornbills). The ability of the guides to find the animals was a wonder to behold.

Our main guides were B.B. and Parks. Parks especially - what a lovely bloke - was uncanny. He used a Tawny Eagle to locate a newly established wild dog den and we even saw it swoop down to pick up a piece of meat that the dogs has lost sight of. Just reward. Both guides could find elusive leopards with uncanny precision. We also spent some time with Tank and Oats, who were great as well.

When we got back to camp, every single member of staff was friendly and attentive and not just made our stay memorable, but actually made us feel welcome and at home. Perhaps special mention for Joe and Freman at Selinda. Can I also thank you for arranging the birthday cake for Vonnie - singing 'Happy Birthday' by candlelight in the middle of the bush was a very memorable moment - as well as the kind note you left for us.

I could go on but I think you have probably got the gist by now, so I'll just finish by saying thank you for organising such an unforgettable trip. I would certainly recommend both Expert Africa and yourself should anybody ask me for advice on organising a trip to Africa. In the meantime, keep up the good work and maybe we'll be in touch in the future.

All the best" Read full review: 6 nights in Africa; 6 on a Botswana safari

"A safari is a unique holiday experience and Botswana an expensive one at that! Because of this expectations were high. Several camps and locations mean complex logisitics. Everything went perfectly to plan and those high expectations were met.

The only downside was one bag went missing on our journey out and was only located at Joburg airport on our final day.

We are grateful to Lucy from Expert Africa for all her efforts in trying to locate the bag as British Airways seemed completely disinterested in helping.

Overall it was a wonderful and memorable holiday." Read full review: 13 nights in Africa; 9 on a Botswana safari

"If you only do one trip even in a decade, do this.

The private camps in Botswana offer the best experiences to be had." Read full review: 15 nights in Africa; 6 on a Botswana safari

"We had a lovely trip, with special fondness for the Kwando Camps.

Oh my goodness, they go out of the way to make the guest experience special. The best guides and staff we've had.

Not crazy about Wilderness Safaris and will try to avoid them the future.

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You are wonderful and I'm looking at a 2020 trip to Kenya and Rwanda.

I'll be in touch!" Read full review: 19 nights in Africa; 14 on a Botswana safari

"Your staff was VERY helpful. This was our first trip/safari.

I wish I could of discussed more options of costs. Seems as though there is some kind of confidentiality of lodging costs that prohibits better financial planning of a trip." Read full review: 10 nights in Africa; 6 on a Botswana safari

"Very good overall .

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No . Very good company" Read full review: 11 nights in Africa; 9 on a Botswana safari

"Our trip to Africa was incredible and we can't wait to plan another trip in the future.

Expert Africa did a first class job and we highly recommend them. Our entire trip went off without a hitch.

Thank you Africa Experts for an amazing trip. Special thank you to Maruska Adye for being a patient and amazing resource." Read full review: 14 nights in Africa; 9 on a Zimbabwe safari

"We returned to Botswana again this year to rejuvenate our sprits.

Wildlife conservation in Africa is our passion, but the rate of decline in much of Africa due to the loss of habitat, poaching, drought and other factors leaves us discouraged.

Botswana is the antidote. The wildlife population is stable, the government has a conservation ethic, and the population values their wildlife as a national treasure.

We can't wait to return." Read full review: 14 nights in Africa; 14 on a Botswana safari

"The general game was surprisingly sparse for the Okavango, but we were particularly interested in seeing wild dog and in that regard had a memorable trip.

The recommendation to combine a wet camp with a dry camp was an excellent suggestion, maximising our Delta experience. Support in finalising pre-trip arrangements was superb (Lucy) and ground staff in Kwara Camp and in Maun went out of their way to assist Don with his special needs, enabling him to rejoin our safari group." Read full review: 6 nights in Africa; 6 on a Botswana safari