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Accommodation | Safaris | Zambia
| Had such a great time in Cape Town and absolutely loved Zambia. The falls are just something spectacular! Definitely worth seeing!!!! Got soaking wet though, hehe. I loved the accommodation. Had a river view lodge and loved it! And the people are so nice and friendly. Also met other travelers and just had a really good time. Many thanks for organizing everything and all your recommendations!
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| Olina Oelofsen |
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| Sausage Tree Camp.
All transfers went well (you are a genius). We had a beautiful room, large spacious but rather a strange bathroom. It was open to the elements but under a large tree so.....as the wind blew, down came branches, twigs, leaves..... Our chalet was set back from the river bank but we often watched elephant and buffalo making their way down to the water. The fishing was very good and yes we caught many tiger - my best being a 12 pounder. The game drives were very good. ..... We saw lion kill a buffalo, the whole scenario and I managed to get some good pictures, leopard (even in camp). The food was good, we even had brunch sitting mid-river on a sand bank, a laugh as gradually things started to sink, brollies went cock-eyed, chairs tippled and that was before we drank Pimms!!! The staff were kind and obliging. |
| Judith Auty |
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| We did have a fabulous time in Livingstone, the elephant ride and ‘training session’ [we sat on their legs and fed them] was unbelievable and we had a great, not too wet, walk to and viewing of Vic Falls. Zebras were on the Zam Sun grounds as we came back!! We had wonderful shows by ele’s at Chobe, and some close views of buffs, but not large herds of them yet. We never found lions—somewhat disappointing, but leaves more for next time. Giraffes, impala, hippos and birds were in great abundance, along with smaller animals. I have never seen so many marmots before, what fun to watch!—and a clear, close hyena sighting with jackals was a treat. We spent several minutes staring at each other, before he ran over the sand and into the bush. The guides as usual were excellent and personable—so important when spending intense time together!
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| Linda Barstow |
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| From Vic Falls we went to Cape Town for 2 more nights and we returned to Germany on Sunday.For the moment only thanks for your help- indeed we had a separate flight on the next day.It was very enjoyable. I will send you an extra comment in the next
days- everything was perfect!!
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| Bernd & friends |
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| Kaingu Lodge, Kafue. (October)
First of all - the drawbacks - in the GMA so game a bit on the scarce side - I knew this so no urprise. The Tetze Fly - that I did'nt know about. They
were not in camp but any vehicle safaris had to be done in a closed vehicle as they were voracious which also made photography awkward.
The pluses - the camp was lovely, well-appointed with everything we needed.
Tents overlooked the river - pretty and the food was very good - Vivi actually drove 3 times to Lusaka to ensure fresh supplies. The river surely
must be the best in Africa - it was so picturesque, narrow in places with beautiful rounded boulders, twisting and turning so a new view with every
backwater, hippos rumbling and eles wading across to the islands to feed.
We fished every day catching yellow fin, not a day passed without landing something. Our guide helpful and courteous. Tom has started a community venture - rebuilding an iron mine which we visited and also a tour to an
aquarmarine mine proved interesting - and free!!! |
| Judith Auty |
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| The flight to Livingstone was good - no problems there and the falls were very nice, just not much water at the moment, but we have seen it in full flood before - good to see it from the Zimbabwe side too. |
| Elaine Cranfield |
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| Stanley Safari Lodge (March)
To be recommended on all counts. The lodge is a little way out of Livingston, about 1/2 hr from the airport and set up on a ridge. Their boast that the falls can be seen from every room a trifle exaggerated, you can just see the spray but the view still magnificent. Our rooms were huge, lounge, bedroom, bathroom (with big stone bath), two sets of french windows opened onto a patio with plunge pool - very nice. The lodge itself, spacious and open to the elements, cultivated gardens and an infinity pool which overlooked the valley. Dining was quite a special affair as we were asked each day where we would like to sit. They had so many beautiful spots even upstairs in the apex of the thatch. The food was very good and if there was something we did'nt like, they offered an alternative.
So for your file, I would suggest this lodge comes top of the heap for those wanting to visit the Falls, we looked at the Royal Livingston and the Zambezi Sun - nah. Anyone could pass at least 4 days at Stanley quite happily and all those we met who stayed - wished they had booked for longer.
The flight over the Falls was good, very impressive but I really enjoyed our trip to Livingston Island, we only just made it as the water was rising and we did have to wade from the boat. Must also mention, we visited the Museum in Livingston where I was actually able to read original letters from Livingstone. |
| Judith Auty |
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| The canoe trip was BY FAR the most amazing part of our trip!!!! It exceeded our expectations and we had a wonderful time. This is something that we will definitely remember for the rest of our lives. The scenery was beautiful and we felt that we were able to see a part of the “real� Africa. Camping out under the stars—hearing the animals in the distance—was out of this world. We’ve made a pact to return for our 40th birthdays in about 15 years so hopefully we will be able to travel with your company again! Thank you so much for all of your assistance. If you ever need a reference, just let me know |
| Katie Lotz |
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| We had a great holiday. Fishing amazing at Lower Zambezi, game fantastic at Kruger and especially South Luanga, accommodation and people were very helpful. |
| Peter Beck |
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| I wish that we had another day in our trip so we could have done more in Livingstone. ..... The Mukuni village was fascinating and eye-opening. We wished we knew to bring more candy and other goodies for the kids.
,,,,,, we absolutely loved our trip overall and will sing your praises to our friends. I could not have done it without your assistance so thank you again! We will definitely be returning to Africa in the future!
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| Trang La |
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| All in all, our trip was outstanding – from Cape Town to Victoria Falls…were wonderful days and our accommodations were perfect…was an adventure in its self. Songwe was another adventure and very educational. We loved it. |
| Christopher & Al |
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| I would have liked to have stayed an extra night at Taita as it is absolutely gorgeous there… To say the least, it was an amazing experience…wonderful wildlife and birds… thank you for your assistance… I will definitely make use of your services in the future, as you were always pleasant and competent. |
| Wendy C |
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| Yes, everything worked very well, on both the mission side and at the lodge. We very much appreciate your help. We expect to go back again in the fall, and will contact you once we know more. As we told Edmund, we like the way you think and operate for those of us who are a little off the beaten path.
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| David Barstow |
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| .... the river trip was lovely with elephant coming down to the Zambezi. Our chalet had a lovely position overlooking the river … lovely big bed, sunken stone bath all done in a rustic style … Our fishing was brilliant … Animal sightings were gentle, saw most from the river bank when fishing, game drives exciting ... |
| Judith Auty |
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| Thank you for many email and many, many thanks for your excellent job. We are very happy with our trip. |
| Marianne R |
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| Thanks for your help…we had a great trip…. |
| Yuri M |
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| The trip was awesome, that is ... to describe it. Everyday just seemed to get better. The variety of locations visited…scenery and …activities all made the trip. The lodges used were also very good and excellently located. The itinerary on that safari as I said was fantastic and it will take some beating…as good or better than that. Thank you once again for all your help. |
| Julie B |
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| We are very happy that we had a very nice trip to some very amazing places. The organisation of the whole trip was great and we had always had someone to look after us. The actual Victoria Falls was magic. All accommodation was very good…best river game cruise of all as the banks of the river are inclined and make wildlife viewing very easy…whole Okavango ecosystem all excellent…dunes were magic especially the day we went to…Dean thank you once again for the wonderful trip you made for us. You'll never know what our next trip will be. |
| Yiannas & Myrto |
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| The trip went well and your arrangements as usual were bang on!. Thanks for your assistance…in Chobe was excellent…our guide was fantastic. We all have now seen the BIG FIVE. |
| Jake Whitehead |
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| It was a great trip…I enjoyed it thoroughly. Overall, you were great in terms in making arrangements for me, with minimal guidance and input from me. Safari turned out fantastically. I enjoyed bush camp safaris. Thanks again …your help, it was definitely a trip of a lifetime. |
| Howard Ting |
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| Africa was absolutely fab, we had an awesome time…The Victoria Falls from the Zambian side was a stunning sight and we were lucky enough…see the falls from up above. Dean thank you yet again for your help & patience…much appreciated. We are already considering doing another tour next year… |
| Angela & Simon |
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| Zambia WOW! ... The smell of the land, the colours … the elephants safari was excellent. The raft cruise was exhilarating. Thanks Dean for collaborating…this trip to be as I had a great time. |
| Alberto D |
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| Home safe and finally getting acclimated to our time. Overall, fabulous trip. My mates at work were so impressed with your personalised itinerary. Great work… was fantastic. What a breath of fresh air after the trip. .....was excellent Vic Falls… but nonetheless breathtaking. The boat cruises were relaxing. The elephant safari was magnificent. During the encounter a 10-month-old baby elephant was playing with me and knocked me down on my …it was all good fun. |
| Wayne & Jo Marshall |
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We had a great holiday. Fishing amazing at Lower Zambezi, game fantastic at Kruger and especially South Luanga, accommodation and people were very helpful.
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