Travel reviews by Ann from Pontesford

"From the moment we were picked up from the air strip to, sadly, leaving, we had a great time. All the staff were friendly and helpful .. and so knowledgeable about the wild life. We enjoyed having a different guide each day as each had their own perspective of and interest in the animals and birds we saw. They also ensured we had a different experience each day - a different part of the park, an evening walk or a trip on the lake. The guides were determined to ensure we enjoyed every minute and saw as much as we could. And we did. No day was the same, as you probably would expect!

We did see most of the animals we could see in that area of the national park, sadly, no lions or wild dogs...though the guides were hopeful we might. We had lots of opportunity to stop and watch elephants, giraffes and others, often at close quarters, whilst the guides provided lots of information about them.

We really liked the variation in landscape from the thick bush to wider plain, river valley and lake.

We shared a vehicle with another couple, which was no problem for us, and it was good to meet up in the evening, when everyone ate together, to share experiences.

The accommodation was of a very high standard. Loved waking up to see an elephant or giraffe grazing in front of us. Food was great ( they have some superb chefs) and dining each evening in a different venue gave added pleasure. Loved the final night when the guides joined us for an African themed candle lit supper."

"The camp location was excellent, great vistas over the bush in the valley below. The accommodation was excellent. Loved the hot water bottles in the bed a night! All the staff were great and dining excellent. We were given the opportunity to dine just as a couple (which we did at lunch time) but everyone agreed to eat together in the evening which meant we could all share our experiences of the day.

At this camp we had our own driver/guide for all the four days. He was excellent, full of useful knowledge and tried really hard to proved sightings of all sorts of animals and birds, often going off the main routes and into the bush to follow fresh lion tracks or animal calls. With other camps in the area, guides did call each other when they spotted an animal. So when a pride of lions was found lunching on an Impala, our guide was able to take us there.

Likewise, when a leopard was spotted, our guide changed plans and headed off in that direction and we were lucky to have the leopard walk right by our vehicle. This is not to give the impression there were lots of vehicles converging at these spots all at once, there weren't. For most of the time we never encountered anyone else, so enjoyed the landscape and animal sightings in isolation and peace. Breakfasts and sundowners out in the wild were a great start and end to the day.

Loved every minute!"

"This was an interesting hotel but perhaps, not one for anyone wanting the usual western style rooms and amenities.
And anyone with mobility issues ...stairs are steep and no lift!

Our room, suite in fact, was very comfortable, breakfasts were good and staff helpful.

The rooftop restaurant was great for a sundowner but meal just ok

Two nights was fine. Location was as expected so it was easy to walk around and soak up the sights and atmosphere of Stone Town."

"What isn't there to like?? Sheer luxury and a great way to relax after a safari.

Staff were friendly, helpful and the food was just superb.

The accommodation was amazingly spacious and private and the private pool was much appreciated as the sea wasn't quite so good for swimming."