Reviews of safaris to Okonjima Nature Reserve

"Our trip to Namibia was the most amazing holiday of a lifetime it felt like a really special adventure and such good value for money.

Almost everything about the trip organised by Expert Africa was brilliant (except for our last night :( ) the lodges, food and trips were all brilliant.

Namibia itself surpassed our expectations, the scenery was breathtaking, the people wonderfully friendly and we always felt safe throughout our travels.

We have been recommending Namibia and Expert Africa to everyone we meet and have already passed on the new brochure to friends who are interested.

I hope we can have another holiday with Expert Africa in the near future - where will we go next time!?" Read full review: 14 nights in Africa; 12 on a Namibia trip

"Overall, everything worked well and we saw a lot of wildlife, including cheetahs, leopard and rhinos which were on our 'must see' list, so apart from the couple of 'niggles' already mentioned, we were quite happy and really enjoyed our time in Namibia.

Perhaps, the only other observation is that it might have been better to do the trip the other way round and finish at Okonjima, as seeing cheetahs close up and on foot and a leopard close up were the great highlight of the trip. It would also have meant a shorter drive back to Windhoek." Read full review: 9 nights in Africa; 9 on a Namibia trip

"Although we have traveled in South Africa numerous times before, this was our first ever trip to Namibia, and we are extremely happy that we have chosen to go there for our honeymoon.

The entire trip was absolutely wonderful and memorable, with some of the camps that we stayed at being absolutely wonderful in terms of their location, activities, quality of service, friendliness and welcoming of the staff - these were Little Kulala, Desert Rhino Camp and Okonjima Plains Camp.

Everything was so finely organised by Expert Africa, we found the instructions, information so helpful and we really couldn't fault the preparation that we received from Sabina.

We will certainly be going back to Namibia, as we feel we only got to see such a small part of this wonderful, friendly and beautiful country.

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Nothing really, as the service we received from Sabina was excellent." Read full review: 14 nights in Africa; 12 on a Namibia trip

"We found Namibia to be really fascinating and we believe, how the trip was balanced, fully enhanced our experience of the country.

The format of guided tour, flights to the remotest parts of our trip and then the self drive enabled us to visit and appreciate a wide range of areas.

The guided part helped us to relax on some of the longest drives of the trip and also to gain understanding of all aspects of Namibia. Vernon our guide was very knowledgeable and easy to get along with. In addition to explaining some of the historical and cultural aspects of the areas we were visiting also provided tips and information which helped our self drive element. this was appreciated especially given that the handover for the vehicle was very basic.

The flights, both from the balloon and the light aircraft provided a different perspective of the landscape that we could not appreciate from the ground. The plane flights also avoided the long drive up to Damaraland, which would of been tiring and maybe where the landscape is less changeable.

The self drive gave us an experience that we have always wanted to do within Africa but never really felt able to do so. Driving around Namibia eliminated some of the dangers found in other parts of Africa but still provided the adventure that we were looking for.

The trip was varied both in terms of the activities, landscapes and camps and more than exceeded our expectations..

Overall a very enjoyable experience." Read full review: 17 nights in Africa; 15 on a Namibia trip

"My trip had been skillfully designed for me, I felt. And was quite excellent." Read full review: 20 nights in Africa; 16 on a Namibia trip

"Car Hire by Bidvest. We ask for a car where all the windows wind completely down. As keen photographers this gives the window sill to steady the camera. Bidvest receptionist assured us that the Toyota Etios did this. The rear windows did not wind right down which meant trying to balance our long lenses on the edge of a pane of glass which also was rounded, hence a bit of a nightmare.

Basically we loved the trip but but the generator problem and the window problem detracted a little." Read full review: 16 nights in Africa; 14 on a Namibia trip

"Excellent holiday. Lots of interesting things to see and Namibian people very welcoming." Read full review: 14 nights in Africa; 14 on a Namibia trip

"A truly wonderful trip to a fantastic destination. The scenery is spectacular and driving in Namibia (even on gravel roads) easy and comfortable. We are already planning the next trip there!

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The service of the entire Nambia team has been exceptional. I would not hesitate to recommend your services (and indeed did so to others we met on our travels who were complaining about some of your more expensive competitors).

The rough driving times that you provided us were really helpful, and I think this or the approx. mileage to be covered on each drive would be a helpful addition to assist clients in planning their trip, departure time etc." Read full review: 12 nights in Africa; 12 on a Namibia trip

"Overall it was an excellent trip. Namibia is one of the safest and friendliest countries in Africa and better value than most Safari destinations.

Some long distances to drive but easy traffic free roads and interesting scenery. A variety of scenery with coast, canyons, massive sand dunes and game parks. Lots of animals to be seen in Etosha which while not a beautiful African Safari Park it is excellent for game viewing round the waterholes where everything gathers. Some interesting Lodges in excellent locations to stay at who make you very welcome.

Expert Africa were very helpful in our planning for the trip with no pressure to book anything - just good patient advice. All the logistics they arranged worked perfectly. So thank you Sabina Hekandjo and Expert Africa who I would thoroughly recommend.

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The service was excellent and I can think of little that Expert Africa could have done to improve anything so please keep up the good work and I hope your company continues to be successful." Read full review: 21 nights in Africa; 21 on a Namibia trip

"A great trip to Namibia thanks to Expert Africa !

Highlights were the variety of landscapes, the wildlife in Etosha, the desert-elephant, cheetah and leopard tracking and the friendliness of the local people.

We did a self drive tour based on the Caracal trip with an extra night at Central Highlands. The 2 night stops worked well with one day of driving and one day of activities. Our hire car was a 2WD SUV which was fine on the gravel roads.

We had one puncture half way between Solitaire and Swakopmund, so would recommend carrying a second spare tyre.

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No - you've got it just right." Read full review: 17 nights in Africa; 15 on a Namibia trip