Reviews of trips to Livingstone & Victoria Falls
581 holiday reviews from our travellers of holidays which include Livingstone.
Mr & Mrs H
Hampshire
"First trip to Zimbabwe"
I visited Zimbabwe and 1 other country between 28 Aug 2014 and 9 Sep 2014
"Our objective for this trip being our sixth safari was to get closer and more interactive with the animals for the purpose of photography. This was achieved with many good photographs taken, the camps we stayed at were all different and all had their positive points.
We are starting to plan our next trip and Zimbabwe is at the forefront. The only point for Expert Africa is if they are routing people from Zimbabwe to Zambia by road at the bridge please take time out to see the Victoria Falls from the Zimbabwe side, especially at this time of year, we didn't and this was a slight disappointment." Read full review: 12 nights in Africa; 10 on a Zimbabwe safari
We are starting to plan our next trip and Zimbabwe is at the forefront. The only point for Expert Africa is if they are routing people from Zimbabwe to Zambia by road at the bridge please take time out to see the Victoria Falls from the Zimbabwe side, especially at this time of year, we didn't and this was a slight disappointment." Read full review: 12 nights in Africa; 10 on a Zimbabwe safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mrs & Mr L
Durham
"2014 African holiday"
I visited Zambia between 20 Aug 2014 and 2 Sep 2014
"First visit to Africa and first safari, holiday has exceeded our expectations especially the visit to Tafika and bush camps. Hospitality so very good, all staff make you feel welcome. They also care so much about the environment and the community.
Zambia was chosen as our destination because of the walking safaris and the reported experience of the guides. We were not disappointed the guides knowledge, observational and communication skills were all excellent. We have seen and learnt so much.
It is good to be able to experience both a walking safari and a game drive especially in small groups when you get a more personalised service.
Expert Africa and Megan in particular provided a very thorough detailed service tailored to our requests." Read full review: 13 nights in Africa; 11 on a Zambia safari
Zambia was chosen as our destination because of the walking safaris and the reported experience of the guides. We were not disappointed the guides knowledge, observational and communication skills were all excellent. We have seen and learnt so much.
It is good to be able to experience both a walking safari and a game drive especially in small groups when you get a more personalised service.
Expert Africa and Megan in particular provided a very thorough detailed service tailored to our requests." Read full review: 13 nights in Africa; 11 on a Zambia safari
Overall trip
Excellent
T Family
London
"August 2014"
I visited Zambia between 14 Aug 2014 and 22 Aug 2014
"It was an amazing trip. I found Expert Africa through an article on Chimzombo in Conde Nast Traveller. Ellie was superb. Very flexible and accommodating. She had lots of suggestions; she obviously had very detailed knowledge and was able to give very good advice.
One thing that would have been better; when you arrive in Lusaka, you are tired and disorientated and you have to find your way to Proflight (next door terminal). We did find it and it was straightforward but I think advice about this would have been good so you knew exactly what to do. This was our first experience of the arrangements made by ExpertAfrica and we felt a bit lost. If it is not possible for someone to welcome you and then guide you to Proflight, then really detailed information would be good. Eg come out of international arrivals, go right through doors next to etc.etc." Read full review: 8 nights in Africa; 7 on a Zambia safari
One thing that would have been better; when you arrive in Lusaka, you are tired and disorientated and you have to find your way to Proflight (next door terminal). We did find it and it was straightforward but I think advice about this would have been good so you knew exactly what to do. This was our first experience of the arrangements made by ExpertAfrica and we felt a bit lost. If it is not possible for someone to welcome you and then guide you to Proflight, then really detailed information would be good. Eg come out of international arrivals, go right through doors next to etc.etc." Read full review: 8 nights in Africa; 7 on a Zambia safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr & Mrs G
Powys
"My Aug 2014 trip"
I visited Zambia between 10 Aug 2014 and 18 Aug 2014
"It is always good to return to my old home and despite certain failings, we can' wait to return, spending more time at Tafika.
I must comment also on Zambia in General where we found the locals happy, helpful and a joy to talk to. We hope they will do even more to protect their valuable assets, the wildlife." Read full review: 8 nights in Africa; 7 on a Zambia safari
I must comment also on Zambia in General where we found the locals happy, helpful and a joy to talk to. We hope they will do even more to protect their valuable assets, the wildlife." Read full review: 8 nights in Africa; 7 on a Zambia safari
Overall trip
Good
Ms A & L
Oregon
"My Aug 2014 trip"
I visited Zambia between 9 Aug 2014 and 17 Aug 2014
"Service above and beyond every expectation! From the organizing to the follow through - everything was perfect. Every detail attended to. Having the team from Expert Africa greet us at each airport and assist us in navigating the airports, visas and getting us to the next flight was more than we had ever anticipated. I definitely will recommend Expert Africa and use them again if ever I have an opportunity to travel to Africa in the future."
Read full review: 8 nights in Africa; 7 on a Zambia safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr d
Kilburn
"45 year dream come true in Africa"
I visited Namibia and 2 other countries between 6 Aug 2014 and 21 Aug 2014
"All arrangements worked perfectly, all lodges were great and welcoming, all meals in the lodges were excellent and the whole experience was wonderful."
Read full review: 15 nights in Africa; 8 on a Namibia trip
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr & Mrs E
Surrey
"Excellent safari and Victoria Falls visit"
I visited Zambia and 1 other country between 6 Aug 2014 and 18 Aug 2014
"Very good - excellent game drives and walks, superb and knowledgeable guiding, excellent accommodation in wonderful situations with efficient and attentive staff. Combining a visit to spectacular Victoria Falls with two safari locations worked very well for us.
The overall trip went without a hitch and we were very impressed with the way all our internal transfers were handled seamlessly by RPS's support staff on the ground.
It has left us with lots of great memories."
Read full review: 12 nights in Africa; 8 on a Zambia safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mrs S
Maldon
"Surpassed our expectations"
I visited Namibia and 1 other country between 25 Jul 2014 and 13 Aug 2014
"It was a brilliant trip and although our expectations were high they were certainly exceeded. Most the lodges were small and gave us the personal service that is so important. It almost felt as though we were staying with friends. We will certainly recommend you to friends and also hope to use you again ourselves.
The only problem we encountered was with the transfers. When we left the car in Katima the transfer peop0le had no record of us and we were delayed by about an hour. the transfer, once it happened, was seamless, but it did cause us some worries as we sat in a café with mountains of luggage. Similarly no one turned up for our transfer to the airport when we were at Victoria Falls. We eventually loaded our luggage onto the last minibus going in that direction and sat5 down so they agreed to take us. I think it was an easier option than trying to move a rather stressed middle aged English couple!
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
Sort out the transfers" Read full review: 19 nights in Africa; 16 on a Namibia trip
The only problem we encountered was with the transfers. When we left the car in Katima the transfer peop0le had no record of us and we were delayed by about an hour. the transfer, once it happened, was seamless, but it did cause us some worries as we sat in a café with mountains of luggage. Similarly no one turned up for our transfer to the airport when we were at Victoria Falls. We eventually loaded our luggage onto the last minibus going in that direction and sat5 down so they agreed to take us. I think it was an easier option than trying to move a rather stressed middle aged English couple!
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
Sort out the transfers" Read full review: 19 nights in Africa; 16 on a Namibia trip
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr & Mrs G
Brockham
"Brilliant safari and holiday"
I visited Botswana and 1 other country between 18 Jul 2014 and 31 Jul 2014
"Could not have been better. Had a wonderful time.
Thanks to Chloe for all the hard work she put in sorting out the logistics/dates and all her friendly emails.
Very impressed with &Beyond as we can't recall having been at one of their camps before. Good to mix Wilderness
and &Beyond.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
No. Expert Africa the tops." Read full review: 13 nights in Africa; 7 on a Botswana safari
Thanks to Chloe for all the hard work she put in sorting out the logistics/dates and all her friendly emails.
Very impressed with &Beyond as we can't recall having been at one of their camps before. Good to mix Wilderness
and &Beyond.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
No. Expert Africa the tops." Read full review: 13 nights in Africa; 7 on a Botswana safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Family G
Oxordshire
"Our favourite holiday - ever!"
I visited Namibia and 1 other country between 13 Jul 2014 and 31 Jul 2014
"We have done many long haul trips and we've been to some amazing countries, but this holiday was the best of the lot!
Sabina had made the perfect itinerary for what we wanted and I would hardly have changed anything - just one extra day at Corona Guest Farm would have been good. There were a few highlights - a hot air balloon trip over the desert with a champagne breakfast whilst at the beautiful Kulala Desert Lodge/ Corona Guest Farm as an overall wonderful stay and. of course, the privilege of staying with Arno and Estelle at Nhoma and experiencing the lives of the Bushmen." Read full review: 18 nights in Africa; 12 on a Namibia trip
Sabina had made the perfect itinerary for what we wanted and I would hardly have changed anything - just one extra day at Corona Guest Farm would have been good. There were a few highlights - a hot air balloon trip over the desert with a champagne breakfast whilst at the beautiful Kulala Desert Lodge/ Corona Guest Farm as an overall wonderful stay and. of course, the privilege of staying with Arno and Estelle at Nhoma and experiencing the lives of the Bushmen." Read full review: 18 nights in Africa; 12 on a Namibia trip
Overall trip
Excellent
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