Zimbabwe: reviews from our travellers

"Excellent, far exceeded our high expectations. We particularly enjoyed the two week self-drive in Namibia with our friends in convoy. All the accommodations more than met our needs and budget with Camp Kipwe and Ongava Camp being the absolute high lights.

The EuropCar Toyota Hilux vehicles were comfortable and robust and gave confidence on the corrugated roads (Landcruiser not needed) and staff both ends of the trip were terrific.

The Wilderness Meet and Greet Service at Windhoek Airport was tremendously helpful getting SIM cards, ATM and assistance with hire car, coolbox was really appreciated. If you're travelling in convoy, consider using walkie talkies as phone coverage was often very limited.

Expert Africa (Tom Morris and Chris McIntyre) were very responsive in dealing with our missed flights from Frankfurt to Windhoek, we felt very reassured by their involvement and actions." Read full review: 22 nights in Africa; 13 on a Namibia trip

"We were expecting great things and I had built the vision of “holiday of a lifetime”. We were not disappointed! We both agreed that this was the best holiday either of us had ever had and almost every day exceeded expectations. The itinerary was spot-on, the accommodation excellent, and occasionally mind-blowing, the scenery spectacular and ever-changing and our few excursions thoroughly enjoyable. To then add the value for money when eating and drinking and fuel prices a third lower than here in UK, our additional spend was well under budget! I hope we remain healthy enough to experience another trip such as this." Read full review: 30 nights in Africa; 22 on a Namibia trip

"I think it was thanks to Tom Morris and his suggestions that we had one of the best holidays we have ever had. He really listened to what I wanted out of this holiday and tailored it to perfection - it could not be improved. it was everything we wanted from a safari and more. I had a lot of questions for Tom about general things such as wildfires, trophy hunting, the political regime etc before signing up and he answered them all, comprehensively and honestly.
When the documentation arrived in our leather travel pouch we were so impressed by the level of detail - all those names and phone numbers provided really did inspire confidence and reassurance. We felt we were in safe hands. Never before , no mater how much we have paid, have we had such a level of detailed input. And this was very much appreciated.
Thank you to everybody who might have been involved in putting together our unforgettable holiday and a special thanks to Tom!" Read full review: 13 nights in Africa; 11 on a Zimbabwe safari

"Our trip was excellent and Tracy Lederer, as usual, was most helpful and efficient.

Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
None. the service from Tracy is always excellent." Read full review: 11 nights in Africa; 8 on a Zambia safari

"Amazing." Read full review: 13 nights in Africa; 6 on a Botswana safari

"Anton Walker really nailed everything for me. Just the right camps, accommodated my myriad of questions with great patience, and provided me with a trip beyond my wildest dreams. He was always available and listened well. Unbelievably smooth transitions from airport to camps.

Botswana was surreal. Like entering the world before development, where the animals lived as they were meant to and people leave a very small footprint. And they were everywhere! In addition to the animals listed on your spotting chart, there were impala and red lechwe and warthogs. I never imagined being able to watch a leopard and its cub eating an impala way up in a tree, or following a cheetah and watching it settle down for a nap. All was spectacular.

Anton also arranged for me to visit the Victoria Falls Wildlife Trust, where I got a private introduction to all the great work they are doing both with the animals and the community. Fascinating!

Also - wanted to mention how great the other people on safari were. As a solo traveler, it made it an even more rewarding experience.

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Every detail was spot on.

I found the elephant encounter a bit contrived, but others were thrilled, so might just be me. As beautiful as the rooms were at The Elephant Camp, I would definitely opt for Old Drift over that every time. And probably should have done Old Drift at the end to enjoy the pampering and the food after Botswana (I think Anton would have agreed, but I was set on Zimbabwe first)" Read full review: 15 nights in Africa; 7 on a Botswana safari

"A superb trip.

I cannot fault the service from Expert Africa (again!). Incredibly efficient and knowledgeable.

The locations you selected for us suited very well indeed and were universally fantastic.

A truly marvellous and memorable trip.

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No; you nailed it." Read full review: 19 nights in Africa; 13 on a Namibia trip

"Great trip to Zimbabwe perfectly organized by Expert Africa once again, with the highlights of Victoria Falls and Motobo Hills. Enjoyed the superb hospitality of all camps with impeccable services, beautiful lodges and tasty meals." Read full review: 13 nights in Africa; 13 on a Zimbabwe safari

"Everything about the trip was great apart from the transfer from Hwange to Amalinda. We were taken in a car belonging to Mother Africa and we sat behind the driver and one of the staff with very little legroom. The drive took over 5 hours and was very uncomfortable although Lucky, the driver, was excellent.

We complained at the time to Jay from Amalinda as they have very nice mini buses which would have made the journey more tolerable. Also, we were flexible with the dates of our trip so if flights had been available, we would have much preferred them." Read full review: 11 nights in Africa; 9 on a Zimbabwe safari

"Can't fault a thing.

Tom from expert Africa was absolutely brilliant.

I have recommended him and the company to a few friends and would def use again.

Just need to have the opportunity to go to Africa again!!

I can't rave enough about my holiday. Once in a lifetime and I loved every single second." Read full review: 11 nights in Africa; 4 on a Zimbabwe safari