Kafue : A Truly Wonderful Experience
We recently visited the Kafue National Park in Zambia. Having visited Southern Africa for safaris several times before (South Africa, Namibia, Tanzania, Botswana) we decided that we wanted to visit somewhere a little bit different and a little bit rawer. It was suggested that we visit Zambia and the Kafue. We were not disappointed.
Kafue has the feel of a park the is yet to be truly discovered. The natural beauty of the country and the low key feel of the park made for a unique visit. There is plenty of wildlife to be seen, cheetahs was a first for us, and the amount of different birdlife on the river is remarkable. There is maybe not the amount of wildlife that we have seen in other countries but there is certainly the diversity to make up for it, plus you can drive all day with your guide and on most days not see another vehicle or boat. You get the impression that some of the wildlife there have never seen a jeep or a boat before too!
We visited three camps and they were all excellent. The standards are very high with regard to guiding and the accommodations. Everything was just.......great.
In summary, a truly wonderful experience and we are now discussing on how can better this for our next visit to Africa. It's not going to be easy.
IE
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Review about Tanzania by Aindriu H
I have only travelled on the northern safari circuit but have found the parks to be well maintained and abundant with wildlife. The tourist infrastructure in the north has also improved greatly in the last few years between my visits. I would love to go back and spend time in the southern parts of the country.
Review about South Africa by BitRogue
South Africa focuses on conservation and wildlife preservation. There are many national parks in South Africa highlighting this as one of its foremost tourist attractions. The biodiversity of South Africa is plentiful, and ecotourism takes full advantage of this. There is a big drive in the South African culture on ecotourism and much of the profits made in all the national parks are fed back into the system and education. When you add good roads and infrastructure into the mix, it makes South Africa arguably Africas foremost safari and ecotourism destination.
Review about Zambia by Jim
Somewhere a bit different to the usual areas. Just that bit wilder and less developed.
US
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great experience
Two friends and I were visiting Tanzania for only a short time and were looking for a safari to meet our needs. I did some research and found Kanuth Adventure Safaris, emailed and booked the safari easily. We participated in a 2 day/1 night in Mikumi National Park. We saw a lion (the carnivorous animal) which was really neat. We saw a lot of Giraffes, Zebras, Wildebeests, and Elephants. Our driver, Tony, was very friendly and knowledgable. I would recommend this safari to others.
US
65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
Came away with memories of a trip of a lifetime & photos to prove it to all my friends.
Nick was wonderful & very knowledgeable about all things African. We saw everything we dreamed of seeing.
There were 8 of us & he guided us expertly through game drives, lodging & meals. Definitely a 5 star tour!
ES
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
We enjoyed the trip. was exciting, interesting, different from what we had done before
only before traveling we had slow answers,but they respond us all questions. The safari was very funny! we saw animals and stay in very nice hotels, and we had a very attentive and servicial driverguide,thanks Ewa Moshi!
A highly recommended trip!
CH
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A perfect guide team (driver and guide)
Our driver Shiza and the guide Patrick (very good German knowledge) were a perfect team. Very polite, helpful and flexibel and the knew lots about animals and plants and very experienced in discovering animals. Everything was well organized and ready on time. We just could relax and enjoy.
NL
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Great experience!
We really liked the safari, all of it! We saw so many animals and all were so close by!
It really was a great experience. And we saw all of the big five and even a lot of little ones! Our driver, Dickson, was great and our cook, Obed, made excellent food! We would recommend It started to Africa to everyone! We stayed at the campsites which were surrounded by the beautiful nature!
It started in Africa: thanks for all!
US
65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Top notch company
On our 3rd safari to Kenya & Tanzania we used the services of Leopard Tours on the Tanzania side (drivers cannot drive in both countries-you switch at 300 yard border transfer station). Our Kenya driver, Joseph, who we have used for over 17 years, dropped us at the border crossing near Arusha and we met with Livingston from Leopard Tours. He was ontime and ready to go. In and out of the border "red tape" in an hour. Next a stop at Arusha hotel to meet company director and sign docs and finish payment. Excellent lunch and we were on our way. Spent 8 days with Livingston and he was outstanding (and we have had a lot of guides over the years). I hope he is still with Leopard Tours because I have a friend booking a trip right now and want to see if he can get both Joseph in Kenya and Livingston in Tanzania. Leopard also booked us into a great tent camp called Lake Masek (run by the Masai) but it has become very popular so hard to get a booking now. Leopard is an excellent company. Their vans are modern & great shape and they handled everything perfectly.