Reviews of trips to Lusaka area

"Well this was a trip of superlatives but there is a problem and they are aware of it, something I discussed over dinner with Grant Cummings the owner of Chiawa and Old Mondoro who was on a quick visit and a charming man. He is on the case!

The park has 6 Lodges but further down the river there are over 20 lodges all using the same park some travelling 90+ Kms to get through the gate as a result when on game drives you see lots of vehicles and 10 vehicles round a leopard at the price you are paying is not on! Gladly our guides agreed and as I have been lucky enough to have seen it all before we moved off and left the crowds to it.

So I would not return to Chongwe or Chiawa for that single reason although the Camps are superb.

So that leaves Old Mondoro further up the river the crowds do not get there, it is not as luxurious as the other two camps but you never see another vehicle apart from the other that belongs to the camp and that only happens when you have a good sighting and they radio each other so fine and great talking point over diner that night. Ryan and Pam who run the camp are a delight.

Its beauty is also in its intimacy only 4 tents and for me the best wildlife of all the 3 camps. Would I go back YES just have to save up! For anybody reading this and fancy it go for a week and book up soon they already have reservations for 2017! Loved it" Read full review: 13 nights in Africa; 12 on a Zambia safari

"One of the best trips of our lives, and this was our 10th anniversary." Read full review: 13 nights in Africa; 9 on a Zambia safari

"A perfect holiday - my only complaint is that I want to go back NOW!

Especial thanks to Claire Scott and the team, we are already planning our next trip with Expert Africa" Read full review: 17 nights in Africa; 9 on a Zambia safari

"A special shout-out to Tours Africa for their excellent ground service in Lusaka.

I was very pleased with all of the arrangements made by Expert Africa and their help when I needed to change plans mid-trip. The only reason for not checking "Very Satisfactory" was because of my becoming ill during the trip, which was obviously beyond the control of anyone." Read full review: 11 nights in Africa; 6 on a Zambia safari

"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

"This was a family Holiday of a lifetime for the first 8 days and Expert Africa's arrangements proved perfect as always.

It was my family's first Safari and they are now hooked and will no doubt be new customers for Expert Africa sometime in the future.

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In simple terms NO!" Read full review: 24 nights in Africa; 23 on a Zambia safari

"Excellent which came up to and at times exceeded expectations.

All the camps had excellent staff who went out of their way to make our stay comfortable for all abilities. They were kind, helpful, good fun and determined to give us the best holiday possible. After requesting bottled water this was always provided and the request to be near the bar/dining because of mobility problems was provided at each camp.

Eleanor fixed this and the disabled assistance at all airports which worked well.

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They are expensive but fabulous holidays. It is the people at the camps that make them so special." Read full review: 15 nights in Africa; 14 on a Zambia safari

"Zambia is a fantastic country for a safari and offers good value for money. We were delighted with our overall itinerary as the 3 camps in different National Parks worked extremely well together.

All of the organisational aspects ran perfectly. We were particularly happy with you advice to take a direct charter from Mwaleshi to Old Mondoro as this saved us so much time – we were in a game vehicle at Old Mondoro by 9.30am. We also had the most remote room in each camp, not sure if this was a coincidence, but we were very happy about this nevertheless.

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Keep doing what you are doing." Read full review: 13 nights in Africa; 12 on a Zambia safari

"Our trip was excellent. Thank you, Maruska, for suggesting we add the Lower Zambezi to our trip; it really did offer another dimension, balancing our overall experience.

One disappointment, and I'm not sure who knew what when, or if Expert Africa knew at all, was the added traffic flow caused by BBC filming in South Luangwa. They were given special permission to operate all hours of day and night, and when present at lion and leopard sightings their crew usually added 3-vehicles, making some of our sightings very congested. I had chosen the northern sector of the park, particularly for its lesser density. I know how much the publicity is good for the park, and the wildlife, I just selfishly wish it hadn't interfered with my own experience.

I had initially wanted to add Zambia to our proposed trip to Namibia and Botswana, but our trip was becoming far too long, so we opted to take a 'warm-up' instead. I'm glad we did, as we've opted to go with a private guide/vehicle during our second Africa visit. This will give us more say in what we see and how much time we spend where, something very important in obtaining good photographs.

Expert Africa's arrangements worked flawlessly. Thank you." Read full review: 16 nights in Africa; 16 on a Zambia safari

"A great trip!" Read full review: 14 nights in Africa; 8 on a Zambia safari