Reviews of Impala Camp
Wildlife sightings and reviews
280 independent comments and wildlife information from our travellers who have visited Impala Camp and kindly agreed to share their thoughts. They do not necessarily represent the views of Expert Africa
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"Selous Impala Camp review"
dining was rather formal with seperate tables for each party, but parties could share if they requested." See all these reviews: 16n in Tanzania
"Selous Impala camp riverbank safari"
The location by the river is wonderful and the place seemed well run. We again had an exceptional guide, Saning'o and similarly the driver, Makubi. The only thing we were not so comfortable with at Impala was private dining. It gave us less chance to mix with other guests (many of whom were saying just the same to us), and, although the waiters were very good, the whole atmosphere was a little 'over fussy'.
On arrival we had been told by Barbara, the manager, that the staff had agreed to sharing of pooled tips, although we could tip personally, as well, if we wanted. We felt that it created difficulties with certain members of staff expecting individual tips, although we did tip a few members of staff individually for what they did for us. In fact, we found the whole tipping procedure at both camps not easy." See all these reviews: 10n in Tanzania
"Great camp and excellent guides"
"Selous Impala Camp review"
We had stayed in camps in Botswana and Zambia, this camp rates as one of the best, we felt very relaxed but sad to leave at the end. Thank you everyone at Selous Impala for making our stay so enjoyable." See all these reviews: 5n in Tanzania; 5n in Zanzibar; 4n in Rwanda; 1n in Kenya
"Excellent every which way"
If you go then you have to fly camp - the description is scarry but the reality is not, especially with the crew we had." See all these reviews: 3n in Tanzania; 1n in Zanzibar
"Our return to main camp"
"Camp two of four"
The whole camp was run superbly and we would not hesitate to return." See all these reviews: 16n in Tanzania
"Selous Impala Camp review"
The level of comfort was higher, but we decided we didn't really need it! We preferred the simplicity of Manze camp. That said, we were extremely well looked after and couldn't fault the food or service." See all these reviews: 7n in Zanzibar; 5n in Tanzania
"Selous Impala Camp review"
We found the whole staff superb; our clothes were perfectly laundered and ironed, the food outstanding and our personal waiter, Idi, a delight. He taught our ten year old to count to ten in Swahili and sang us Jambo Jambo! It was particularly nice having all the soft drinks included in the price.
We had fabulous drives, bush breakfasts and boat trips and we were amazed at the variety and quantity of wildlife. The highlight was doing the early morning walk (adults only) with a fabulous guide followed by a bush breakfast. The only negative aspect was having to leave!" See all these reviews: 11n in Tanzania
"Selous Impala Camp review"
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