Reviews of Kaingo Camp
Wildlife sightings and reviews
221 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"
Many thanks for letting two single travelling friends have separate rooms without a single supplement.
Brilliant food." See all these reviews: 12n in Zambia
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"Kaingo Camp review"
My wife particularly liked the decor in the rooms and around the bar. Robert, our guide was superb, knowledgeable and superbly perceptive about the best light and position for photos. His knowledge and tracking were some of the best we've encountered.
The Carmine hide was interesting and certainly got you close to the action but the hippo hide was not really an option as the hippos had moved, it wasn't a problem as there was so much to see and do.
The Shentons and there team have it Sussex,it was my wife's first trip to Africa and she loved it." See all these reviews: 9n in Zambia
"Beautiful Kaingo"
Lester was an excellent host and Joseph and Catherine formed a strong and welcome link with the past. The food was, as always, excellent. Our accommodation was both private and exceptionally spacious. Yoram was an able guide and we had excellent lion and leopard sightings and some really good photographic opportunities.
While the hippo hide was quiet a trip to the carmine bee-eater hide was an extremely productive and enjoyable event. We also enjoyed a 'day trip' with Yoram which allowed us to see some of the less observed areas and species of South Luangwa including the Roan Antelope. Well worth the trip!
Compared to our previous visits to Kaingo, in June 2018 and 2019 temperatures were considerably higher and the water levels both in the river and the remaining lagoons were much lower. Predators and prey are present in both periods but September emphasises survival and the kill while June was more about the 'hunt', both for predators and for prey by predators.
Photographically early June is about vibrant colours - September the fight for survival and, of course carmine bee-eaters. Conclusion go in June and September!" See all these reviews: 9n in Zambia
"Kaingo Camp review"
The thing we liked best about Kaingo (and its sister camp, Mwamba) was the quality of the guiding and the game. We've been lucky enough to go on many safaris and thought the Shenton team was probably the best. We loved the way they shared information, between themselves and with guests, they worked so hard to give you a great experience and took real care to understand your interests. Yoram was our guide here and he was brilliant at tracking and anticipating the game viewing positions and we had some amazing sightings of wild dog, leopards and hyenas feeding, lions mating (endlessly!) and, even better, lions roaring.
A highlight was spending a night in the Elephant Hide Star Bed - up a tree with just a mosquito net between you and the stars. A rosy dawn, followed by groups of elephants crossing the river beneath us - carefully guided by the matriarchs - with the babies carefully sheltered from the many crocodiles.
Another Kaingo speciality was the range of experiences the camp offered - including the chance just to sit in camp if you wanted to and find animals coming to you. As well as the individual viewing decks, there were three hides nearby, the opportunity for short morning walks, and of course the morning and evening drives. As you can tell, we loved it." See all these reviews: 9n in Zambia
"Kaingo Camp review"
Certainly the game viewing was by far the best we have ever had and was made all the better by our fantastic guide Sly." See all these reviews: 10n in Zambia
"Kaingo the friendly camp"
All the staff are excellent as is the guiding and wildlife sightings." See all these reviews: 18n in Zambia
"Kaingo Camp review"
The guides are really knowledgeable and very well trained always striving to get good angles for photographs without being asked or just good views. Our guide Robert always seemed to be in the very best of positions and although there was a lot of game also knew we were interested in the birds and looked out for them for us.
The food, situation and general ambience makes Kaingo one of our very favourite camps in all of Africa.
Our third stay here and we would gladly go again" See all these reviews: 9n in Zambia
"Amazing Lodge Experience 11/10"
Food was amazing - light, healthy, fresh and delicious. Staff attentive. Hosts welcoming. Catherine and kitchen team were great. All the staff and team engaged with us.
Our guide Sly was amazing - best guide we have had in all 4 trips to Africa.
The Elephant hide sleep out was a once in a lifetime experience. Great game sightings and photographic opportunities." See all these reviews: 16n in Zambia
"Kaingo Camp review"
Being located right on the river and the surrounding wildlife density, gave us a feeling of being in nature 24/7, rather than simply observing it at drive times. To this point, Kaingo accommodation is extremely comfortable and is also right in the nature experience, so don't expect boardwalks or TV and tea facilities in the room etc, as being so close to nature is exactly what makes this a magical place.
The 2 photography hides are very well located and having an additional private viewing deck of the Luangwa River attached to each suite provided maximum photography opportunities.
Our guide team Elias, Benson and Peter were exceptional. Mary, Ben, Catherine and Simon took great care of all our creature comforts.
Located quite close to Lion Camp, so safari drives will cover similar areas." See all these reviews: 15n in Namibia; 7n in Zambia; 5n in Rwanda; 1n in South Africa
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