Reviews of Kapani Lodge
Wildlife sightings and reviews
78 independent comments and wildlife information from our travellers who have visited Kapani Lodge and kindly agreed to share their thoughts. They do not necessarily represent the views of Expert Africa
"Great game at Kapani"
The daily game viewing was very much influenced by the guests needs and interests. April was also an excellent time to go, as the light was excellent for photography and the seasonal roads were back in use, providing a wide area.
Other highlights were a cruise on the luangwa and meeting Robert - the semi-tame warthog. The only downside was the occasional noisy night guests - hippos munching loudly on grass and hyenas laughing outside the chalet in the very early hours!" See all these reviews: 11n in Zambia
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"Our honeymoon in S. Luangwa Valley"
Three remarks:
1. Our mobiles were "dead" in Zambia. When we expressed our desire to contact our folks at home nobody seemed to properly care. We were not provided with access to the lodge's communication facilities. In our view that would be a rather "standard" service.
2. Walking safaries were less and shorther than anticipated.
3."Alternative" activities are not encouraged. After 4 nights at Kapani we felt that we had just enough of driving safaries and we would like to be presented with the possibility of something else, e.g. visiting local communities. For exemple, upon arrival in Tongabezi Lodge we were presented with a variety of activities and we organized our programme with the help of the relevant manager." See all these reviews: 9n in Zambia
"Kapani Lodge review"
The facilities (rooms and bathrooms) were more basic/older than I had seen in - for example - some of the CC lodges in Bostwana, South Africa etc - but that is because Kapani was built some time ago and has not been extensively updated. That was not a problem for me personally. In fact, it added to the charm." See all these reviews: 9n in Zambia
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Excellent guide (Rose).
Great area for seeing nearly all game in dry season.
Visiting at end of dry season meant no river/lagoon immediately outside the Lodge" See all these reviews: 13n in Zambia
"Great starting point"
Spotted 2 leopards on the first day so can't be bad! One beautiful male in daylight just resting in a sausage tree.
The food was simply excellent.
As someone mentioned earlier, the park can get a little crowded at night in this area but nothing compared with most other countries offering safaris. We felt this was 'real' Africa." See all these reviews: 9n in Zambia
"Kapani Lodge review"
A complaint resulted in a visit from the general manager next day and the evening meals did inmprove.The lunches were satisfactory.
The real test is would we visit Kipani again and i reget to say the answer is no.
In future we will go straight to the Coppingers and spend nore time there." See all these reviews: 5n in Zambia; 5n in Tanzania
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"Final day"
I have had many game drives in several countries over the years, but that one was truly memorable - thank you Innocent, and also for the samples for me to polish (I'll send you the photos!)" See all these reviews: 11n in Zambia
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