Zambia: reviews from our travellers

"We have used Expert Africa for many years and have already recommended you to other travellers.

Lucy was very responsive when we discovered our error in booking the return flight a day after we had left the camps and thanks to her recommendation turned a problem into a rewarding experience." Read full review: 13 nights in Africa; 11 on a Zambia safari

"Zambia is one of our favourite safari destinations and we wanted to return to Old Mondora and the Lower Zambezi. On prior trips we had visited both the North and South Luangwa Valley so we decided to visit Kafue.

Overall, we enjoyed our time in Kafue and would consider returning to the Busanga Plain but would be very mindful of camp location relative to accessing the plain.

Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:

Not Really." Read full review: 15 nights in Africa; 15 on a Zambia safari

"The (waterproof) ponchos with built in fleeces that all camps provided were excellent - saved bringing an extra layer.

We all used wooly hats and gloves first thing so thank you for the advice. The glass water bottles they provided were heavy and breakable so we did not use them. Laundry was efficient. Ridiculously small wash basins at Tau pan meant it was difficult to wash your "smalls". Expert Africa's beautiful travel wallet was left behind - with only 15 kgs allowed did not need another 250gms! All in all, a very special anniversary trip which was well planned and in the correct order.

Tau pan gave us a bottle of champagne and Splash organised a special last night anniversary dinner for the 4 of us and we made sure Moz, our guide, joined us too as we got on so well with him.
We enjoyed the singing and dancing at all the camps - many of the songs were directed at us personally.

We have now done many trips with Expert Africa, and come back to you because of your experience and knowledge of the countries and camps and advice on where to go next." Read full review: 14 nights in Africa; 9 on a Botswana safari

"Our best safari so far and we will quite possibly use Expert Africa again.

We have always planned our own trips in the past to SA, Namibia and Botswana (self drive) but found we needed help with Zambia which you provided amply. This was booked in Feb 2020 and was delayed by 12 months twice due covid so I was particularly pleased when it actually happened." Read full review: 13 nights in Africa; 10 on a Zambia safari

"Wonderful trip, planned two years ago and delayed by covid restrictions.

Sadly, my husband had died in the meantime so went on the trip with a friend who had not done this type of safari before. Everything excellent and my friend was encouraged by all staff on the rare occasions when she had a nervous moment." Read full review: 14 nights in Africa; 12 on a Zambia safari

"Everything great, but why on earth do you recommend the Latitude Hotels?" Read full review: 20 nights in Africa; 12 on a Zambia safari

"We were very happy with the level of service and professionalism shown. We had a very clear idea of what we wanted and Maruska listened and delivered, suggesting perfect alternatives where necessary. It was a truely magical experience and worth every penny.

Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:

Remove aardvark or pangolin from your questionnaire and add kudu or a bird instead. The guides were fed up being asked to find such rare animals.

Give some guidance on what is expected on a walking safari as we had guests walking off on their own, chatting and coughing which wasnt ideal. Maybe they wouldn't read your guidance but some seemed completely unaware of how to behave to maximise sightings." Read full review: 15 nights in Africa; 13 on a Zambia safari

"Ive had the most wonderful adventure! As a solo traveller who had never travelled long haul, been to Africa or done a safari, I’ve been welcomed & looked after with such commitment & care I couldn’t have felt more safe & secure.

I’ve learnt so much I’ve already forgotten half of it! I’ve seen animals I never knew existed. I’ve been humbled by the sights I’ve seen & in awe of nature & the beautiful wildlife in the South Luangwa National Park. I’ve loved being outside for 2 weeks from sunrise till after sunset with no Wi-Fi or internet to interrupt or distract. I’ve met so many lovely, funny, generous people, from those working in the camps to many of the guests!

I really appreciated the routine the Robin Pope Camps set up, their practise, their 28-day menus, their modus operandi! It made travelling from camp to camp so much easier, knowing the routines of the day! Breakfast over a camp fire at sunrise, the line up of staff waiting to receive you on each return from a game drive, offering a wet towel & wanting to hear how the drive went!

The fresh cakes & pastries & biscuits made every day to accompany the coffee or sundowner picnics on the drives. The host & guides sharing the table at meal times after a long day of driving the jeep over such terrain. The attention to detail made this adventure all the more special.

It is certainly 2 weeks of my life I’ll never forget. And an experience I’d like to have again. Thank you so very much for everything!

Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:

None!

I was extremely grateful & happy to be met at the airport at Lusaka, & helped re visas etc. The pick ups & handovers were excellent & made me less anxious about the travelling. Thank you for that too! So professional so thoughtful!

I was thanked so many times …”thank you for coming to my country”. Humbling!" Read full review: 13 nights in Africa; 11 on a Zambia safari

"Superb trip, planned to introduce my wife to Africa.

Once we finally got to go, it couldn't have gone better. Wildlife spectacular, multiple Leopards every day and all animals very calm and easy to observe.

Flatdogs, Mwamba and Kiango thank you for the wonderful memories." Read full review: 11 nights in Africa; 9 on a Zambia safari

"Our holiday was wonderful. Each day was filled with two incredible game drives.

We were treated at the airport with a sign making it easy to find our driver. The staff at each of the 3 lodges were so welcoming, friendly and helpful.

Our guides were knowledgeable and made our days so much fun. We saw lions, elephants, giraffes, incredibly beautiful birds, a chameleon and so many more animals. Each day was a fun new experience.

I would highly recommend Expert Africa to help with your safari.

We loved all three lodges, Flat Dogs, Three Rivers and KAFUNTA. 10 out of 10.. would recommend!

Everything was wonderful!

Thank you Lucy and everyone that helped make our vacation so wonderful!" Read full review: 6 nights in Africa; 6 on a Zambia safari