Reviews of safaris to Okonjima Nature Reserve

"It was a super holiday and we would only have made a couple of changes with the advantage of hindsight." Read full review: 15 nights in Africa; 10 on a Namibia trip

"We chose Namibia as we need somewhere that could accommodate a relatively short trip, and where we could also do some activities/lodges that, although wildlife-focused, would provide a different experience or environment from other safaris we have done in Southern & East Africa. We therefore had a slightly unusual itinerary (no Etosha, and the south of the country simply wasn't possible to do as well in the time we had). I do feel like we will probably have to come back, as everyone kept telling us how amazing the desert was! But the places we visited were all very good and we certainly had some new and very interesting experiences.

The self-driving was a bit of new concept for us (on African trips I have only driven in South Africa before as most safaris in Zambia, Kenya etc are not practicable for self-drivers) but, although the drives were long and everything seemed to take a bit more time than I expected, the roads were no worse and in many case much better than they are in South Africa." Read full review: 9 nights in Africa; 9 on a Namibia trip

"Absolutely love Namibia which exceeded expectations as did all the guides.

Highly recommend it because the range of diverse environments is massive, jaw dropping and beautiful throughout. The lodges we stayed at were all very good, with Etendeka the reality check, in it being close to a real tent (!) and Anderssons, Kulala, Goche Ganas off the scale in luxury. Driving 3,000km in a Nissan X-Trail was easy on 80% of the roads but became a challenge on the rougher gravel roads when we had to make a deadline. Astonishingly durable car. Only one puncture, en route to the airport.

We will come back and explore the South next time." Read full review: 22 nights in Africa; 19 on a Namibia trip

"The trip as a whole was simply outstanding.

We cannot thank Tom of Expert Africa enough for helping to plan this most memorable trip. All of his suggestions were worthwhile as we saw different landscape and animals at each location. Even our least favoured location (Dolomite) was worth seeing for the views and the variety of wildlife. Shame about the Camp. All the other recommendations by him were spot on and would happily return to any of them.

The variation of Namibia's landscape was incredible and we still cannot believe that we were actually there. I had dreamed of Sossusvlei and Deadvlei and it was just magical when we were there. Every place visited offered its own adventure. The Namibian people were friendly and helpful wherever we went. Driving on the dirt roads was an experience and when we encountered a tarmac stretch or road, we became as excited as if we had seen a rare animal!!

We have no hesitation in recommending Expert Africa to other travellers - Tom was able to deal with our exacting and specific requests with no difficulty.

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More advice on driving on dirt roads for first time travellers would have been helpful. We would emphasise paying great attention to the mechanics of changing the wheel when the spare is chained under the vehicle and also checking tyre pressure before leaving the city for the first time." Read full review: 22 nights in Africa; 16 on a Namibia trip

"It was a lovely experience. We always felt safe by traveling alone. Every transfer was perfect.

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I Think you cannot do better!" Read full review: 20 nights in Africa; 13 on a Namibia trip

"Tom Morris has provided us with an excellent service throughout, from the initial discussions about Namibia, your knowledge of the country and helping us to think through the route, to our lodge selection, tour advice, do’s/dont’s before traveling, itinerary plans/maps etc, and finally dealing with the car issues (needed new tyres), so thank you again!

A truly first rate service!" Read full review: 20 nights in Africa; 20 on a Namibia trip

"We enjoyed the variation of lodges and scenery, it was a great experience and appreciated all the knowledge that was imparted." Read full review: 15 nights in Africa; 15 on a Namibia trip

"We had a fantastic trip. Everything went smoothly. The driving was easy. The weather fantastic (although the Namibians would have appreciated rain - we had none!). All the lodges were great. Thank you Expert Africa for excellent advice and planning of our holiday." Read full review: 17 nights in Africa; 15 on a Namibia trip

"From our initial contact with Expert Africa to the conclusion of our trip, the service we received, primarily from Sabina, was outstanding and excellent in every respect. We had an initial problem with our Hire Car and Sabina took it upon herself without prompting to resolve the matter....in our opinion going above and beyond the call of duty to resolve matters to our complete satisfaction.

Always positive, adopting an ‘can do’ & ‘can help’ attitude, nothing was too much trouble for Sabina and we’d be very happy to recommend Expert Africa and Sabina for anyone considering a trip to Namibia. Our trip was certainly an ‘adventure’ but we were reassured that with the backing and support of Sabina and her office, we were in good and safe hands.

It has been a pleasure to use Expert Africa and given another future trip we will certainly use them again." Read full review: 12 nights in Africa; 12 on a Namibia trip

"We loved our honeymoon and couldn't have imagined a better trip!

We made sure we spent as much time as we could out-and-about to see as much wildlife as possible, but we still feel we were very lucky with the number of species we saw at what is considered low season!

We have so many amazing memories which we will cherish forever and can't wait to plan another trip!!" Read full review: 14 nights in Africa; 10 on a Namibia trip