Reviews of trips to Maun
113 holiday reviews from our travellers of holidays which include Maun.
Dr S & Mr B
USA
"My Oct 2015 trip"
I visited Botswana and 1 other country between 19 Oct 2015 and 1 Nov 2015
"Incredible.
Attention to every detail from the first conversation with Megan to our departure from Victoria Falls.
We could not have asked for better service. Expert Africa knows what it is doing.
Very Satisfactory would be excellent if that were a choice.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
I really can't think of anything to change.
Megan was responsive, knowledgable, and open to discussion." Read full review: 13 nights in Africa; 10 on a Botswana safari
Attention to every detail from the first conversation with Megan to our departure from Victoria Falls.
We could not have asked for better service. Expert Africa knows what it is doing.
Very Satisfactory would be excellent if that were a choice.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
I really can't think of anything to change.
Megan was responsive, knowledgable, and open to discussion." Read full review: 13 nights in Africa; 10 on a Botswana safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr K
Southend On Sea
"My Jun 2015 trip"
I visited Botswana between 6 Jun 2015 and 20 Jun 2015
"My main reasons for visiting Botswana were all satisfactorily achieved."
Read full review: 14 nights in Africa; 12 on a Botswana safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr D
Hanger Hill
"Botswana - Trip of a Lifetime! May 2015"
I visited Botswana between 26 May 2015 and 6 Jun 2015
"How do we even begin?! As our very first experience of Africa this was an absolutely incredible trip. The camps we stayed at were fantastic, we saw everything we came to see (and more!) and the Delta is an even more stunning location that we could have imagined.
The logistics around the whole operation were seamless - we didn't have to worry about a single element of transport as it was all expertly taken care of. We felt very looked after and ultimately very relaxed!
In all, there is nothing here that we could have reasonably asked for to make this trip any better. Thank you guys for a truly memorable trip. We look forward to booking with you again!" Read full review: 11 nights in Africa; 9 on a Botswana safari
The logistics around the whole operation were seamless - we didn't have to worry about a single element of transport as it was all expertly taken care of. We felt very looked after and ultimately very relaxed!
In all, there is nothing here that we could have reasonably asked for to make this trip any better. Thank you guys for a truly memorable trip. We look forward to booking with you again!" Read full review: 11 nights in Africa; 9 on a Botswana 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
Dr K
Singapore
"My Apr 2015 trip"
I visited Botswana and 1 other country between 2 Apr 2015 and 11 Apr 2015
"We had an excellent trip. Of course the object and highlight is to see and enjoy the Okavango delta and its wildlife which we did absolutely.
The organisational skills and expertise of Expert Africa who also gave sound advice on choice of safari lodges, allowed this to be a pleasurable and stress-free experience.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
Carry on ! I wonder if there is any scope to encourage lodges to construct hides. Spending time waiting to see what comes by a waterhole say would be good for photographers and others on occasion." Read full review: 9 nights in Africa; 8 on a Botswana safari
The organisational skills and expertise of Expert Africa who also gave sound advice on choice of safari lodges, allowed this to be a pleasurable and stress-free experience.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
Carry on ! I wonder if there is any scope to encourage lodges to construct hides. Spending time waiting to see what comes by a waterhole say would be good for photographers and others on occasion." Read full review: 9 nights in Africa; 8 on a Botswana safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr & Mrs H
Northwood
"The Plains of Botswana"
I visited Botswana between 6 Nov 2014 and 18 Nov 2014
"The scenic quality of the Duba and Vumbura Plains make for exceptional photographic opportunities. Lion were in abundance as were buffalo, red lechwe and elephant. Sadly leopard and cheetah proved elusive this time round.
Everything was seamlessly put together by Expert Africa and all our requests taken care of. It is debatable whether the short two night break in Maun is necessary. So much of the journey has been accomplished by the time you make it to Maun you may as well do the last leg and get stuck into the main course.
Many thanks HUGH & CAROLE
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
Not really." Read full review: 12 nights in Africa; 10 on a Botswana safari
Everything was seamlessly put together by Expert Africa and all our requests taken care of. It is debatable whether the short two night break in Maun is necessary. So much of the journey has been accomplished by the time you make it to Maun you may as well do the last leg and get stuck into the main course.
Many thanks HUGH & CAROLE
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
Not really." Read full review: 12 nights in Africa; 10 on a Botswana safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr & Mrs E
Disley
"our may/june trip 2014"
I visited Botswana and 1 other country between 30 May 2014 and 14 Jun 2014
"everything I'd hoped and dreamed of and more
there were few problems, mostly related to transfers, e.g. we spent an hour at kasane airport looking for our transfer and were about to phone when someone turned to take us to the border; and you can't control the weather which sent us and the wildlife looking for warmer shelter
it was worthwhile thinking about, planning and researching for 3 years, going with an open mind not a tick-list
We've never ever been so well looked after, still in shock having to think, plan and take care of ourselves and others
have already recommended your services to others we met on the trip, we really appreciate the time and patience you have shown, I would do it again but I know Richard has a long list of places to visit before we repeat. thank you so much
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
I think you are doing all you can, a pity you can't sort out airport security" Read full review: 15 nights in Africa; 10 on a Botswana safari
there were few problems, mostly related to transfers, e.g. we spent an hour at kasane airport looking for our transfer and were about to phone when someone turned to take us to the border; and you can't control the weather which sent us and the wildlife looking for warmer shelter
it was worthwhile thinking about, planning and researching for 3 years, going with an open mind not a tick-list
We've never ever been so well looked after, still in shock having to think, plan and take care of ourselves and others
have already recommended your services to others we met on the trip, we really appreciate the time and patience you have shown, I would do it again but I know Richard has a long list of places to visit before we repeat. thank you so much
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
I think you are doing all you can, a pity you can't sort out airport security" Read full review: 15 nights in Africa; 10 on a Botswana safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Ms B & Ms L
New York
"My May 2014 trip"
I visited Botswana between 17 May 2014 and 3 Jun 2014
"This was to be the trip of a lifetime. It was something I had dreamed of since I was about 7 years old, and hours went into planning and information gathering. We looked at other travel companies, famous and expensive ones. Expert Africa had the most informative website that seemed unbiased. As long as the expectations are clear in advance, there are only positive experiences.
Maruska, the Expert who booked our trip gave all of the information that I requested, which was extensive! Maruska was patient and gave us the benefit of having spent years in Botswana. She was empathic, realizing that not having been there before, I was not certain what precautions were needed. She assuaged my fears with accurate information and patience. She explained all aspects of the travel and elicited confidence. She accommodated a very custom tailored, complicated itinerary, and was indefatigable! I must say that all of her hard work paid off for us. The Botswana experience was far better than I could have hoped or imagined. Everything was perfect would be an understatement. The trip was beyond my wildest dreams.
Bostwana is a spectacular part of the world. The ecosystems are unique, the beauty is unreal, the wildlife was up close and the people are the loveliest of all.
Our trip was wonderful in every way. The people who lived and worked at the camps were filled with humor and kindness, and loved a good surprise. I would like to thank every one.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
Please keep doing exactly what you do!" Read full review: 17 nights in Africa; 14 on a Botswana safari
Maruska, the Expert who booked our trip gave all of the information that I requested, which was extensive! Maruska was patient and gave us the benefit of having spent years in Botswana. She was empathic, realizing that not having been there before, I was not certain what precautions were needed. She assuaged my fears with accurate information and patience. She explained all aspects of the travel and elicited confidence. She accommodated a very custom tailored, complicated itinerary, and was indefatigable! I must say that all of her hard work paid off for us. The Botswana experience was far better than I could have hoped or imagined. Everything was perfect would be an understatement. The trip was beyond my wildest dreams.
Bostwana is a spectacular part of the world. The ecosystems are unique, the beauty is unreal, the wildlife was up close and the people are the loveliest of all.
Our trip was wonderful in every way. The people who lived and worked at the camps were filled with humor and kindness, and loved a good surprise. I would like to thank every one.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
Please keep doing exactly what you do!" Read full review: 17 nights in Africa; 14 on a Botswana safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Prof & Ms M
MD
"My May 2014 trip"
I visited Namibia and 1 other country between 16 May 2014 and 6 Jun 2014
"A wonderful experience. Thank you, thank you, thank you, Maruska.
Your very professional website attracted me in the first place. (I am in the software business.)
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
None that I can think of just now." Read full review: 21 nights in Africa; 10 on a Namibia trip
Your very professional website attracted me in the first place. (I am in the software business.)
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
None that I can think of just now." Read full review: 21 nights in Africa; 10 on a Namibia trip
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr & Mrs C
Shropshire
"Our 4th visit to Botswana"
I visited Botswana between 10 Nov 2013 and 23 Nov 2013
"As normal the whole trip went off without a hitch.
Many thanks to Nick, Megan and Chloe for setting it up for us at relatively short notice." Read full review: 13 nights in Africa; 11 on a Botswana safari
Many thanks to Nick, Megan and Chloe for setting it up for us at relatively short notice." Read full review: 13 nights in Africa; 11 on a Botswana safari
Overall trip
Excellent
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