Review about Nata by Terry Carew
Game is around but the pans in the area are the attraction. When they are full of water the birdlife is fantastic. Not a lot of game but it is around.
Review about Chobe Forest Reserve by Terry Carew
Birding is great anywhere in Botswana. More and more operators are opening lodges and camps in areas outside the parks that offer good value for money. Most of the game in the reserves are well represented in these areas including lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard and cape hunting dogs to mention a few.
It is always a pleasure to visit the Chobe national park.
The wildlife in Chobe is diverse and abundant. The park is sub-divided (my definition) into two main centres. The river edge of the park in the very north of the park is my favourite. The road network offers visitors the option of traveling along the river edge next to the floodplain or in the densely wooded area bordering the floodplain. The river road option offers good sightings of the main attractions to Chobe, namely elephants and buffalos. These are very much in evidence as they drink twice daily. Other notable species are impala, waterbuck, sable, hippo, crocodiles, warthogs, puku, lechwe and others. Lions are usually around as are hyenas and jackals. Birdlife is magnificent. The fish eagles are plentiful as are most of the other raptors. Aquatic birds are best seen by buying a seat on a river craft operated by numerous hotels and agencies in Kasane which is outside the border of the park. Boating is very rewarding for big game spotting as well.
The other centre is to the south and west of Kasane and is referred to as Savuti. The Savuti channel runs through the park and drains into the Mbabe depression. This part of Chobe is very popular with visitors and during peak times of the year can be a bit busy. Very well wooded it is one of the best areas in Africa to see four of the big five. Birding is also of the best. Both centres are connected by a road that can be traversed only by a four wheel drive vehicle. About here to five hours traveling is the norm if conditions are good.
Visitors can access the park by self drive 4X4 vehicles (fully equipped and available for rent in Kasane) and camping is available but can be rough, or by booking with an operator and be driven around the park. Advance booking for self drive is essential as camp sites are limited.
The scenery in the park is pretty much dominated by bush and trees, but along the river edge the sunsets are superb as dust and smoke in the air make for vivid colours.
Peak seasons for visiting the park are April to September. October is very dry and can be windy and November to March is the rainy season.
More information can be obtained from the Botswana tourist board or by "googling" Chobe itself.
Review about Ghanzi by Bruno
We stayed at Ghanzi region just before going to Okavango Delta. So we didn't make so much things there other than a scenic flight over the Delta. It was scary, but beautiful to see the wildlife from above... groups of elephants, giraffes. But yes, the flight is scary just like a roller coaster, be prepared!
CA
50-65 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Wonderful Time in Serengeti
My family of 4 visited Serengeti with World Tour in March this year. We all enjoyed our trip thought it was very dry in the park. Our driver Frank is a skillful driver. He is really helpful. As for the cook, I think his cooking skill needs some improvement for cooking beef. It is very hard to chew.
US
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Good experience and value
We did 4 days/3 nights in the Serengeti and the Crater. Richard's business is operationally excellent. He is quick to communicate with customers before and during the visit. The company does what it says it will do, sticking to a tight schedule to pack in as much as possible in 4 days. I never worried he would run away with our money or that we would be unsafe while on the safari. I know for many other folks with other tour groups we overheard or talked with in camps at night, this is not always the case. We got what we expected with Richard and that isn't always the case. Our guide Frank didn't detract from the experience, but he didn't add much either. He didn't share a lot about the animals with us - I think because he didn't speak English that well more than not knowing anything. We also had some long drives without a ton of expectations-setting in terms of time in the car and broader plan. That said, Frank knew what he was looking for once in the crater and Serengeti and we often found ourselves watching animals at the right time and place. That stuff doesn't happen entirely accidentally. The food is really good and there is plenty. Sokafour (I'm sure I'm spelling his name incorrectly) was kind and both he and Frank extremely hard working in terms of keeping us fed, setting up camp and driving us around. The trucks are a little old and don't have plugs for camera batteries, an important thing to note. Overall a really good experience that met expectations, but fell a little short in terms of being great. For the cost though, it was an excellent value. You might be best to read up on some of the animals before you head out on the safari.
CA
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Very good
We did a 9 days Safari tour with World Tours and Safaris Tanzania and the experience has been very good.
Richard and his staff were very friendly and welcoming.
Our driver and guide Frank has been excellent at spotting animals and really knew the routes very well. We saw many animals and the scenery was excellent.
The food was plentiful and the taste was okay. It did take some time getting used to but it was not bad at all.
Overall, the experience has been very good and we would not hesitate to work with Richard again on future visits.
SE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Wildlife at it's best!
Richard was fast with responding to emails. We were a little nervous about paying from Sweden but it worked out perfectly. Nice guide, great chef, wildlife was amazing and the tent kept us dry. The only thing we would do differently if going again would be to bring our own sleeping bags.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Best Tour Company In Uganda
Thanks much for your best assistance and service. May you be blessed always... keep it up! ☝ Was a great idea to stay at Kazinga Channel View Resort.
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Spectacular
The Safari was amazing. The service great, the food delicious, all the expectations that we have it, we completed and successful.
The driver/guide was very punctual, he did great job!!
We enjoyed and are very happy with this unforgettable experience.