Zanzibar: reviews from our travellers

"First trip to Africa and a pefect trip

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no suggestions - is an excellent service" Read full review: 17 nights in Africa; 9 on a Zanzibar holiday

"We couldn't have asked for a better honeymoon - adventure, relaxation, some fantastic sights and amazing food and drink.

The Expert Africa team delivered the honeymoon we were after and suggested the perfect resorts to suit the type of holiday we wanted, in line with our personalities and expectations. All flights, connections and bookings happened as promised and it was a smooth transition through each stage of our break.

We wanted to go away and start our married life together in a beautiful country and enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime holiday, without having to worry about the admin and minor details of transfers, etc. Expert Africa delivered exactly what we wanted and I would recommend anyone considering a safari to get in touch with the team so they can use their experience to deliver exactly what you want.

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None." Read full review: 12 nights in Africa; 7 on a Zanzibar holiday

"Trip was excellent. We weren't quite sure what to expect, and experience far exceeded our expectations. I think the last 4 days of the safari were planned around the migration, which wasn't taking place. As a result, we had 12 days of game drives, perhaps a bit much, but always found something new to see. Our first guide from Wayo, George, was spectacular. Other guides were also very good. The only part that didn't quite work, as I indicated in questions above, was the walking safari.

We found the tipping a bit awkward, since at least twice we were the only ones in camp. Several lodges don't take credit cards, and some didn't do laundry. We could have used more cash.

Overall a great trip - thank you.

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Online info very helpful." Read full review: 20 nights in Africa; 10 on a Tanzania safari

"We had the most wonderful time, it was a very special trip and did not disappoint.

We loved being on safari, the choice of camps was inspired and I would definitely choose similar camps next time. The Zanzibar beach lodge is a real gem, another excellent suggestion.

The only disappointment was the Zanzibar Palace Hotel which I would most definitely not recommend.

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The service was excellent and I have already recommended Expert Africa to friends. I will certainly use you again.

Many thanks for a wonderful trip!" Read full review: 15 nights in Africa; 8 on a Tanzania safari

"The arrangements for our trip went very smoothly. it was great to have all the transfers organised and everything handled for us. The mixture of Zanzibar stone Town and the beach was just right, maybe an extra day at the beach would have been perfect.

Selous was magnificent, Impala really was faultless, the guides very good and the team very friendly and attentive. Lake Manze was an interesting contrsat, liked the sociability and the lack of electricity and the enthusiasm of Sarah the manager.The guides I didnt find quite so good but still fine.

The only thing I would have done differently is maybe go to a different area for the second half of the trip in Selous.

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Maybe a little help with the links to possible sources of info re accomodation in Dar would have been helpful to us prior to our main trip with you but realise this may be alot to expect!" Read full review: 9 nights in Africa; 5 on a Tanzania safari

"Expert Africa understood exactly what I was looking for and over delivered .......thank you!

i have already given your details to several of my friends and colleagues" Read full review: 11 nights in Africa; 3 on a Tanzania safari

"A very memorable holiday - thanks to Expert Africa for understanding what sort of holiday we were looking for and for arranging it all so well" Read full review: 8 nights in Africa; 1 on a Zanzibar holiday

"It was a fabulous holiday, which we will never forget. All the pieces organised by Liz at Expert Africa fell into place, however improbable, including the tiny light aircraft which emerged in the bush to pick us up.

The camps were exactly as they had been described, so no place for disappointment; if anything, they were better than we had hoped for. It was a great advantage to be able to speak to knowledgable staff in London who could really help find the right places for us. Liz tried to persuade us not to go in February, and it was very hot, but we like that, coming from the European winter!

I would definitely recommend both the company and the camps to friends. Many thanks.

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I can't think of anything much! You might suggest that people bring their own rock shoes, as the coral and the urchins are quite a hazard.

Many thanks!" Read full review: 11 nights in Africa; 6 on a Zanzibar holiday

"We believe we got the balance and standard just about right. Gibbs Farm was the only disappointment. We would certainly return to Tanzania to include the Selous but we wouldn't necessarily wish to include Zanzibar again.

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Your attention to detail prior to the trip was first class. We look forward to future trips with you." Read full review: 14 nights in Africa; 6 on a Tanzania safari

"Claire Scott organised us our third trip with expert Africa and all have been fantastic

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As far as we are concerned our trips have been perfection." Read full review: 24 nights in Africa; 17 on a Tanzania safari