Guest Book
“After 15 wonderful safaris throughout Africa, my favourite camp on the continent remains Kutandala.
Lynn Crawford, USA
“A perfect end to our first big safari trip to Africa - it won't be our last! Most enjoyed our "close encounters" with Charlie the elephant. Many thanks to Rod for opening our eyes to the beauty of the smaller things and the beautiful birdlife - never considered ourselves to be "twitchers" before! And wonderful cuisine from Guz and the team in the kitchen - as good as anything in a 5 star hotel”.
Mr & Mrs J. Wynn-Evans, UK - November 2010
“It's wild, wild, wild - simply the best!”
Mr & Mrs H Unbehaun, Monaco - October 2010
“Like always it has been like being in Paradise, we enjoyed the walks and over 100 birds and we adored the fantastic food”
Mr & Mrs A Thulin, Sweden - October 2010
“Thank you very much for an incredible experience. Great company, food and lots of friendliness. We have learned a lot, thanks for sharing all the knowledge. We are looking forward to the next time.”
Mr & Mrs H Theron, South Africa - October 2010
“Our second visit, and even better than the first if that is possible. Great guiding, great hospitality and great company. Thank you Rod, Guz and everybody at Kutandala for giving me a magical birthday. We'll be back.”
Mr & Mrs R Spain, UK - October 2010
“Fourth time back to paradise.... Once again, Rod, Guz and all the staff of Kutandala - thank you very much for your great hospitality and the fantastic wilderness experience. Simplicity is the key to the success of Kutandala and not only guarantees watching and experiencing nature but also living in nature. Please keep it this way.
Bwana Mitch, Germany - October 2010
“We've had the most magical experience in Kutandala. Being a part of this magic is what Africa is for us now. Thank you for this fabulous treat...walks with Rod where we learned a lot about animals, birds and plants - incredible meals (thank you Guz for your ingenuity and creativity), elephants after dinner, sounds of Africa at night.”
Mr M. Reddy, USA - September 2010
“This was our last camp on this safari and will be by far the most memorable. We had such a friendly welcome and thank you for all the excellent guiding/ food/ jokes etc etc etc. We will definitely try to come back in the not too distant future.”
Mr & Mrs G Ireland, UK - September 2010
“I can't thank you enough for another fantastic visit, if I had to choose just one place to come back to in Africa, it would have to be Kutandala. The eles around the camp were definitely an added bonus, I have lots of lovely memories to cherish of the camp, the children, the staff and of course the whole magical environment and most of all you Rod & Guz.”
Mrs A. Montgomery, UK - September 2010
“Our second visit, and everything has been as good, if not better, thank our first. Great game walks and views, superb guiding by Rod, incredible food from Guz, and first class service from the whole team. Look forward to more visits in the future. Long may Rod and Guz continue to be custodians of his truly magical wilderness.”
Mr & Mrs E. Butler, UK - September 2010
“We returned after two years and are so glad we did. We have had a great time, especially with the elephants (now saying goodbye to us at the lunchtable). It was so nice to see you and your lovely kids again and as usual we had fantastic food and guiding. Rod and Guz spoilt us and deserve all their return visitors - no wonder so many come back. So many special memories”
Dr & Mrs P Lawrence, UK - September 2010
“What can we say that hasn't been said before?! This is our favourite place on earth, always will be. We hope to be coming back for many years. Thank you Guz and Rod for everything.”
Mrs H. Maclean & Mrs E Wicken, UK - September 2010
“It has been another fntastic holiday at Kutandala. Thanks so much Rod for encouraging us to return. Thank you both for your unsurpassable hospitality. It is such a wonderful location and sets a standard never achieved anywhere else.”
Mr & Mrs M Collett, UK - September 2010
“We could not have been made more welcome. A wonderful experience botanically, gastronomically and above all becoming part of your family for a few days.”
Mr & Mrs K. Mason, Australia - August 2010
“What a wonderful time we've had again! we were so right to come back. We can not find fault with anything! Lovely to get so close to buffalo and hippo. We never want to leave.”
Mrs A. Nash UK July - 2010
“This was the most perfect African experience for us. I love the camp and our hut, the food was great and everyone was so friendly & helpful. Enjoyed all the conversations we had and I think we're coming away with a real sense of Zambia. Our bush walks were fantastic & we'll keep these many memories close at heart”
Mr and Mrs S Hoberg, USA June 2010
“Once again, a fantastic Africa experience! Walking along the Mwaleshi River from the Escarpment to the Confluence was already an adventure in itself, but watching Wild Dogs from several hundred metres and then approaching them up to only a few steps was definitely the highlight of this year's safari. Thanks, Rod & Guz, for being such great hosts. Also thanks to all the Kutandala staff for making my stay so enjoyable. Words can't express my feelings when I have to leave this wonderful place.”
Bwana Mitch, Germany - October 2009
“Perfect setting and so remote. Brilliant walks with great sightings (the wild dogs will stay with us forever). Rod & Guz were the perfect hosts - thanks for sharing this with us.”
Mr & Mrs R. Talbot, UK - October 2009
“It did not seem possible to get to such a nice, beautiful but very remote place and get something so unexpected: wonderful people, family atmosphere, magnificent food and in the bush; lots of animals - just great - Kutandala - where else!”
M. & Mme P. Schneider, Paris - October 2009
“We have had a really marvellous stay here. The walks with Rod have been wonderful, we saw an amazing array of birds and animals - more than we ever expected to. An experience of a lifetime - we recommend it to anyone who loves the wild bush.”
Mr B & M Upshon, New Zealand - September 2009
“A brilliant end to an excellent safari. I enjoyed and savoured every minute of my stay here. Bush walks have been the best I have ever had in Africa and the addition of five-star cuisine added a constant element of pleasant surprise at the end of each day.”
Mr G Chlewicki, Italy - September 2009
“We had a most wonderful experience at Kutandala. The location, the North Park, the game and the waterfalls combined with one of the best cuisines we have experienced. Guz & Rod keep on doing this,it is very special indeed.”
Mr& Mrs B van Barneveld, the Netherlands - September 2009
“Can it be that our return visit to Kutandala was even more perfect than our first? All the little touches, from morning tea to hot water bottles at night, are so well planned and executed and made our stay so luxurious. But they merely compliment the real reason we returned: your knowledge, passion, enthusiasm, patience and good humour. You've been wonderful company and we hope to join you again.”
Ms M Ford & Mr J Stewart, London - August 2009
“Simply the best camp in Africa! We have enjoyed every minute. Everything from the excellent food to the experience with elephants and buffalo 70-10m just below us at the cliff. Hope to be back next year!”
Mr & Mrs E Knusden, Norway - July 2009
“We had a memorable week with Rod visiting Kasanka, the Bangweulu Swamp (complete with Shoebills!) Mutinondo and Kapishya followed by another week at Kutandala. Great to find that little has changed since our last visits, the food still top-notch & walks great fun. Rod found over 250 birds in our two weeks - even more than last time. Many thanks to him and Guz for a wonderful holiday.”
Mt & Mrs C Mercey, UK - June 2009
“Thank you so much for this pure bush experience! We loved it all, especially the food. We hope to come back and walk with you again. Never had such great sightings on foot.”
Mr & Mrs W. Dekker, Hamburg Germany - November 2008
“What a pleasure; fantastic bush experience without all the unnecessary trappings of a 'Gucci' Lodge, unbelievable food, awesome walking and amazing wildness”
Mr O. Evans, Nairobi, Kenya - November 2008
“Absolutely unforgettable experience. The remoteness of the camp, the game viewing, the people and the hospitality - everything was well beyond expectations - no idea how you do it Rod & Guz but long may you continue to conjure up the magic.”
Mr & Mrs E. Butler, UK - October 2008
“Thank you for the most wonderful time at Kutandala, the whole experience was magical. I loved the natural setting where there is no intrusion and he elephants come and go, without disturbance. Then there were the safaris guided by Rod. His love of the wilderness is immediately obvious. His understanding of the animals and their behaviours and his vast knowledge of the birds is amazing and made for a thrilling and exciting experience. Then there is Maelisa's cuisine. It is truly unbelievable that she can produce such gourmet meals day after day. All of her meals are a feast first for the eye and then the palate. Kutandala and it's wonderful staff will always have a special place in my heart.”
Ms M. Walsh, Canada - October 2008
“For a start it is exclusive - 6 guests only. Secondly the food is quite outstanding, particularly as it is produced in a bush kitchen. The best safari camp I have ever encountered. Rod is amazing - we could not have had a more marvellous introduction to Kutandala and it's wildlife.”
Mr & Mrs I. Davison, UK - October 2008
“Thank you Rod & Guz for a fantastic experience (tsteses aside!). The ambience of your camp is wonderful, along with the food and of course the wildlife. We don't think we could experience this anywhere else, unforgettable.”
Mr & Mrs M. Farrell, UK - October 2008
“Staying at moonlight in “Elephant Chalet“... I can't imagine something that better gives you the pulse of the African wilderness. I enjoyed my stay even more than the last one. Thank you for making it all happen. I will be back...”
Bwana Mitch, Germany - October 2008
“The best camp we have ever been to. We'll be back”
Mr & Mrs H. Unbehaun, Monaco - October 2008
“Wow! What a huge privilege to be your guests on this side of the world.
Rod & Guz - you have a rare gift - and how great of you to share it with such enthusiasm and warmth. Thank you”
Mr. B. Melio & Ms. K. Schwartzman, USA - September 2008
“Superlatives spring to mind, but hey, what's wrong with that! Kutandala is magnificent, and then some, a slice of heaven. Welcoming and wonderful.
Thank you for all your kind attention, every detail attended to, and the food, well three stars at least what more could a gal ask? My heartfelt best wishes for your continued success.”
Mrs J. Cudlipp, UK - September 2008
“I can only wonder at the industry that goes on behind the scenes to provide such seamless service, delicious food, interesting game-spotting and relaxation.. Thank you all so much. My only issue is that this was Kristi's first 'proper' African Safari & bush experience & she is only going to be disappointed by all that follows.”
Mr R. Bains & K Copeland, UK, September 2008
“Another fantastic time at Kutandala. Guz & Rod - words are inadequate to express our thanks for your superb hospitality and everything you have done to naked this another birthday which will live long in our memories.”
Mr & Mrs M. Collett, UK - September 2008
“Amazing! Lovely food, setting & accommodation. Walks were very hot but great, interesting, always something new to see! had a wonderful time.”
Mr & Mrs S. Towler, UK - September 2008
“A world within a world. An amazing experience. Fantastic hosts, brilliant food, brilliant guiding. Nightly soap opera. Magical. We hope to be back.”
The Fletcher family, UK - August 2008
“Just a perfect stay. Remote, wild, a taste of real Africa. Exquisite food, exhilarating walks, animals to order, facilities wonderful. A truly idyllic experience. We would love to come back.”
Mr & Mrs J. Bishop, UK - August 2008
“A mystical, majestic paradise in the midst of Africa - forever a place in our own Hall of Fame of African Experiences.”
The Lindberg Family, Sweden - July 2008
“Miles and miles of bloody Africa. We loved it, unveiled as it was by Rod's guidance. Maelisa's food is the best we've ever tasted in Africa. A month would be nice.”
Mr. & Mrs A. Burton, Australia - July 2008
“We have had a wonderful time at Kutandala. Strange noises kept us awake at night - but that is also the reason why we came to Africa. We think we have stepped in to the Garden of Eden. First class restaurant in the heart of Africa that is hard to beat. Rod was the perfect Indiana Jones guide, the best we have met.”
The Soerby Family, Norway - July 2008
“Back again - and again!! Simply the best. A perfect camp with hospitality to match. We'll se you again.”
Mr & Mrs W. Dennyson, Scotland, October 2007
“Thank you so much for a wonderful time in the wilderness. It was the best experience of Africa we've ever had. We found much more than we expected, perfect guiding, excellent food, great nature and elephants on our doorstep. You can feel that Rod & Guz really love what they are doing”
Dr.R Knauer & K Viering - Germany, October 2007
“A truly wonderful wilderness experience. Expert guiding by Rod made every trial hike informative and fun as well as a visual wonderland. Maelisa thank you for such comfortable cabins - our every need and want taken care of seemingly effortlessly. The food unbelievably good! ”
Mr & Mrs L. Robbins - Singapore, September 2007
“You have definitely got this luxury safari thing ALL FIGURED OUT - thank you again and again for both trees and animals.”
Mr & Mrs. J Fox - UK, September 2007
“What a revelation walking in the North Luangwa with you has been. Your knowledge, hospitality and setting have all been magnificent - we hope to return in the near future for further explorations”
Mr & Mrs. C. Kelly - Hong Kong, September 2007
“A most wonderful experience and few days. The combination of remoteness, guided walks with Rod whose depth of knowledge is phenomenal PLUS Guz's cooking & hospitality has made this time very, very special; Thank you!”
Ms J. Huber - Sydney Australia, August 2007
“Thanks to Rod & Guz and the team for a memorable few days of fine food, fine birding and great company - an idyll. Long may Kutandala and the Tether concept last; we shall plan to come back! ”
The Groom family - UK, August 2007
“This is our favourite place in Africa and we have really missed it the eight years since last. Thanks to our friends; Rod the best guide in Africa and Guz the best cook! Now we've ticked bird No. 351 of which 19 are from this trip to Kutandala.”
Mr & Mrs A. Thulin - Stockholm, Sweden , August 2007
“Kutandala is a wonderful experience; as close to nature as it can get.
Walking with Rod is always learning something new. Guz's cooking definitely lives up to the reputation that she has built. A recommendation to anyone who loves Africa!”
Mr & Mrs G Kleisterlee - Amsterdam, The Netherlands, July 2007
“Words can not really express how special this place is - magnificent setting, perfect accommodations that make one feel connected to this beautiful place (and often quite close to the animals) Guz's food that would be viewed as 4-star in NY, and just amazes (over and over again) as it comes out of the "kitchen" from morning to night, and Rod's "encyclopaedic" guiding. But most of all it's Rod and Guz's exceptional hospitality - you guys are the perfect hosts. It is hard too leave and we are looking forward to our return in 2009! ”
Marissa Wesley, Fred Hamerman, Emma Allen & William Alden - New York & Yale, July 2007
“A great second stay at Kutandala & we hope not the last. With much help from Rod a total of 171 birds sighted in Luangwa (North and South) over 13 days. Many thanks to all and particularly to Guz for the great cooking.”
Mr & Mrs C. Mercey - UK, July 2007
“Thank you very much for our fantastic stay - we have enjoyed every minute! The food was excellent and after seeing your bush-kitchen we are even more impressed!”
Mr E. Knudsen & Mrs A. Hansen, Norway - July 2007
“Kutandala has been the perfect place to end this first visit to the Luangwa. You have created something so special and memorable”
Mr & Mrs I Carlyle, South Africa - July 2007
“The best food and guiding in all Africa”
Mr & Mrs D Emanuel, UK - June 2007
“This place is wonderful! The highlight of our trip - thank you so much”
Mr & Mrs K Brown, UK - June 2007
“Such a brilliant time - one of the best spots on the planet and food out of this world.”
Penny, John & Lewis Read Maconie, New Zealand, June 2007
