Reviews of Kaingo Camp
Wildlife sightings and reviews
222 independent comments and wildlife information from our travellers who have visited Kaingo Camp and kindly agreed to share their thoughts. They do not necessarily represent the views of Expert Africa
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"Kaingo Camp review"
Loved the chalets confortable but not 'fussy" The food was great! I really liked the small size of the camp it made for a more relaxing experience" See all these reviews: 9n in Zambia
"Kaingo Camp review"
We were also fortunate to have Derek Shenton as our guide for the last couple of drives, a true master !
The camp staff were excellent - special thanks to Gail who looked extremely well after us and everybody." See all these reviews: 11n in Zambia
"Good camp especially for photographers"
The cabins were excellent, very private, and the outside bath was much appreciated for relaxation and cooling off!
We felt the atmosphere was slightly more divisive than at other camps because some clients were playing for private guiding and had their own vehicles and that may have caused the scouting shortage.
There was a good variety of landscape - with the river and the beautiful ebony groves. We enjoyed the hippo hide and Retif's explanations." See all these reviews: 10n in Zambia
"Photographer's paradise at Kaingo Camp"
The hides were great for photographers and the site right on the river meant there was always something to watch." See all these reviews: 13n in Zambia
"Excellent guides, location & huts"
The game viewing was well organised and Mwila was an excellent guide, positive, helpful and knowledgeable.
The food was good but no as good as at Kuyenda." See all these reviews: 12n in Zambia
"Kaingo Camp still great"
The improvements to The huts with the inclusion of an outside Bath is a great enhancement.
It a very peaceful site, excluding the animal noises, being set on the river bank." See all these reviews: 16n in Zambia
"Fantastic camp, fabulous game, lovely people"
The camp is in a lovely location and is simply, but elegantly appointed, with great river views. The staff, both domestic and guides were welcoming, helpful and knowledgeable. The wildlife was abundant and varied and the camp's hides provided an interesting alternative to the usual drives.
A particular highlight of the stay was spending a night in the elephant hide, half-way up a tree, with nothing but a mosquito net and some branches between us and the stars. Fabulous!" See all these reviews: 13n in Zambia
"Kaingo Camp - great walking and night drives"
It's possible to walk and the guides are extraordinarily knowledgeable. Animals and birds galore. Perhaps too much food (early breakfast, breakfast, lunch, tea, dinner) but it's very good and who's complaining about that?
Amongst many other things we saw lions at very close quarters." See all these reviews: 15n in Zambia
"Kaingo Camp review"
The game at South Luangua, both here and at Kaingo was amazing - just so many lions and leopards, we couldn't believe it! Also, far more variety of animals that at Lower Zambeze. We had a really fantastic guide, who stayed with us throughout our stay, including at the Bush Camp. This continuity worked well, compared to the previous camps we stayed at.
The camp was well located, but not as picturesque as on Lower Zambeze, hence good not excellent. The staff were all delightful, although the manageress maybe lacked some confidence and could have been more proactive in being a 'hostess'.
We preferred the timing and arrangement of meals at the previous camps - the late breakfast and lunch meant there was little 'downtime' and we ate far too much at the Shenton camps. Breakfast could be speeded up with more self-service eg for tea/coffee - if you are getting up at the crack of dawn, you want to get on with it!" See all these reviews: 8n in Zambia; 3n in Malawi
"Another good lodge"
Kaingo and Mwamba are also nicely positioned nicely away from the crowds." See all these reviews: 12n in Zambia
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