“Exciting, beautiful Africa, never a dull moment. I'll be back”
Mr H. Unbehaun, Monaco. November 2003
“Fortunate to be here at it's conception, now established and “Simply the Best”. We will return.”
Mr
and Mrs W. Dennyson, Melrose, Scotland. November 2003.
“Thank you for an excellent stay. This is a beautiful area of Zambia. To go walking and see such variety of game with
such excellent guidance was a great experience.”
Mr C. Read, London, UK. October 2003
“From all the bushcamps we have visited, this is by far the best!”
Mr and Mrs J. Batema, Netherlands, October 2003
“A magical bushcamp with superb food and exciting walks.”
Mr P. Warwick, Dorset, UK. October 2003
“What a fantastic place. It may be a "long journey" but worth every minute. You have set up a marvellous
camp and given us an idyllic break. As always Rod guides us with unfailing expertise & good humour and Guz's fare
was out of this world.”
Dr J. Rissik, Kent, UK. October 2003
“Fantastic to be here at the start of the rains - a rare privilege we hadn't expected. This will always be a
special place for us and we will be back. Thank you for being such great hosts and friends.”
Mr and Mrs C. Cotton,
Cornwall, UK. October 2003
“Kutandala has been wonderful. Great wilderness experience, wonderful people. Lions and leopard on foot! Thanks
to Rod & Guz.”
Mr A. Bechky, California, USA. October 2003
“The highlight of our Zambian trip; we loved it all - the walks, the birds and "wallowing" in the river!
The food was fantastic and how Guz manages it out here beats imagination! Thank you Rod & Maelisa for great hospitality
and a super four days.”
Mr and Mrs C. Lee, Johannesburg, RSA. September 2003
“What a wonderful stay - quite one (possibly the) best bush experiences I have ever had. I believe that Rod Maelisa
have a place that is truly unique - the food, hospitality and guiding are all superb. Thank you.”
Mr P. Borchert,
Cape Town, RSA. September 2003
“Many thanks, a magic place with magic people.”
Mr and Mrs R. Bailie, Belfast, N. Ireland. September 2003
“Many thanks for a wonderful stay. Beautiful setting and superb walking. One of the last surviving true wilderness
areas.”
Mr C. Bell, Devon, UK. September 2003
“Kutandala is definitely the most fantastic bush camp we have ever stayed at - it's close to nature, peaceful,
luxurious, simple and cunningly thought out. The food is literally unbelievably good and the guiding as good as it
gets.”
Gordon Family, Lusaka, Zambia. September 2003
“But the sort of camp you don't find in South Luangwa any more. Fully redolent of the old days!”
Mr D. Loyd,
Kasanka, Zambia. September 2003
“Ambiance just right! Cuisine can't be bettered, this is what conservationists prefer. Congratulations to Rod & Guz
for getting it just right. And to cap it all lions and hyenas all over the place.”
Mr. T. Wixtead, Lusaka, Zambia.
September 2003
“Superlatives are hard to find to describe our experience of birds, bush and Ballymaloe specials - simply splendid.”
Mr
and Mrs A. Wynne-Jones, Johannesburg, RSA. August 2003
“Thank you Rod & Guz for sharing this wonderful wilderness with us; for bringing it to life for all of us
and for all the amazing meals and experiences we had! It has been a magical four days.”
Mr and Mrs P. Montgomery,
Devon, UK. August 2003
“What a fantastic location. Exciting wildlife and unbelievable food. Thanks for making us so welcome.”
Senior
Family, Buckinghamshire, UK. August 2003
“An amazing five days in an exceptional wilderness. I will be back.”
Mr C. Worden, Kariba, Zimbabwe. August
2003
“A fantastic finale to a great African holiday. Kutandala is a lovely place. Thanks Guz & Rod for your superb
hospitality and making this such a wonderful experience.”
Mr and Mrs M. Collett, Surrey, UK. August 2003
“Excellent and delightful in ALL accounts. Many thanks.”
Mr T. Grams, Colorado, USA. August 2003
“What a wonderful stay - quite one (probably the) best bush experiences I have ever had. I believe that Rod
and Maelisa have a place that is truly unique. The food, hospitality and guiding are all superb. Thank you.”
Mr P. Borchert, Cape Town, South Africa.
“Unique & wonderful! A superb combination of landscape, wildlife and food with a rarely-found personal touch.”
Mr
T. Bowler, Bavaria, Germany. August 2003
“We came here again and will be back next year. Thank you very much Rod & Guz and all staff.”
Mrs J. Kumagai & Mrs
S. Kawai, Tokyo, Japan - August 2003
“Endroit magnifique et tres sauvage avec une accueil tres chaleureuse et une tres bonne cuisine”
M. D. Schumacher,
Geneva, Switzerland. June 2003
“A wilderness experience that really was magic, and hospitality that matched it”
Mr J. Turner, Johannesburg,
RSA. July 2003
“Quite the most brilliant camp. Wonderful food and great entertainment from the lions - and you two of course!
Thank you so much and very much looking forward to next time when we shall definitely stay longer.”
Mr and Mrs
J. Haycock, London, UK. July 2003
“A true 'gem' in the wilderness. A great privilege to experience the camp and setting with you both. The food
and guiding are second only to your surroundings. A huge thankyou.”
Mrs J. Cox, Hampshire, UK. July 2003
“Dear Rod and Guz: Lions, bat hawks and the best bush cooking ever! What a combination! I hope I do it all justice
in 'The Sunday Times'!”
Mr B. Jackman, Dorset, UK. July 2003
“Wilderness, walking and cuisine do not come better than this. Thank you.”
Mr T. Best, London, UK. July 2003
“I think your camp is superb - a little bit of paradise that we have been priveleged to visit - thank you both
so much.”
Mrs S. Cazenove, London, UK. July 2003
“Un de ces rares bieux privilegies d'ou l'on ne nou droit jamais partir et que vous n'oubliez jamais.”
M.
et Mme. M. Raynaud, Espalion, France. July 2003
“Endroit fantastique, nous revienous"
M. B. Calonne, Harare, Zimbabwe. July 2003
“We heard about this wonderful camp throughout the whole of South Luangwa but it exceeded
our expectations by far - what a wonderful place! Thanks to our hosts, Guz and Rod.”
Dr and Mrs G. van der Spuy,
South Africa - June 2003
“What a wonderful real Africa experience, lovely people and the food absolutely the best. We will definitely
be back.”
Dr and Mrs R Louw, South Africa - June 2003
“The ten star camp”
Mr and Mrs R van der Sluys, South Africa - June 2003
“We had been led to believe that the Garden of Eden was further north - we enjoyed a very special three days
- thanks a million!"
Mr and Mrs J Wilder, Ireland - June 2003
“It must be the best bush camp in Zambia & a super athmosphere en famille with Guz and Rod. We'll be back”
Mr and Mrs N. Humpreys, UK - June 2003
“Trois jours merveilleux en compagnie de Maelisa et Rod. Bravo Maelisa pour sa cuisine excellente. Bomme chance
a tous deux”
Mme. M. Giddey, Switzerland - June 2003.
“Retour a la vie sauvage, endroit magique, superbe coucher de soleil! Maelisa et Rod nous out recus avec tant
de gentillesses et de spontanieite. Maelisa est une excellent cuisinese pleie d'immagination, sans oublier petit Louis.”
Mme G. Schumacher, Switzerland - June 2003
“This is what the North Luangwa is all about. Kutandala is run to the highest standards by Rod & Guz & staff.
You could not hope for a better safari experience. Thank you for a wonderful ending to our trip.”
Mr & Mrs L Joslin, UK - June 2003.
From the 2002 Season
“Thank you once again for giving me such a special treat at this uniquely beautiful location. Guz's food and
Rod's guiding remain at an unbeaten standard. The walking was, as ever, terrific. Please keep the place the way it is
so I can come back next year.”
Alex Barrett, UK
“Sheer Quality. A wonderful oasis in a true wilderness. The hosts observe the highest standards and coupled with their easy charm have created a mini-Eden.” Mark Cleminson, Canada
“Our second trip to Zambia. Kutandala has been the outstanding camp we have had the privilege to stay at and Rod and Guz make a stunning team. The North Park has provided us with a truly memorable wildlife/ life experience and we learnt so much through Rod's superb guiding. We have no hesitation in recommending Kutandala and must return ourselves. Thank you so much.” Mike and Judith Caldwell, UK
“A most enjoyable four days. The game viewing on foot under Rod's expert guidance has been most interesting and successful with outstanding sightings of lion and hyena whilst Guz has provided wonderful cuisine in beautiful surroundings. Great to meet you both.” Jeff Bowes, UK
“What can I say about Kutandala - Rod and Guz are exceptional. Rod is such an expert guide and has a grasp of so much, which resulted in many interesting hours discussion around the dinner table. And the meals were unbelievable - we were served meals from Guz which would do justice to a Michelin starred restaurant anywhere - and this is at a temporary camp in the bush. The attention to detail when they set up the camp is of the highest order resulting in something which is very special.” John and Wendy Fitzgerald, UK
“You have a beautiful camp here which I have enjoyed so much. Thank you for all your hospitality and wonderful food.” David Flett, Ireland
“Our first trip to a remote area of Zambia has been made truly memorable with Rod's boundless knowledge and Guz's first class cooking.” Gillian and Andrew Turpin, UK
“I want to say thank you for making my stay with you here in this wonderful place so memorable, the walks, the food, the hospitality.” Martin Field, UK
“Face to face with 400 buffalo within a few hours of arriving - wow! Rod Tether "Terrapin Tickler" you are a fab guide and Guz your cooking was a real treat. Many thanks to you both.” Daniel Edderhaw, UK
“A logistical miracle! What a pleasurable four days with one surprise after the other. Truly the best of Africa
and an experience we will always fondly recall.” Mark and Anne-Marie Coture, USA
“The complete adventure from start to finish. I only wish the food was this good at home. Thanks to all the boys,
but especially Rod and Guz who have made this holiday one I will never forget. Good luck and all the very best” Colin Ballantyne, Scotland
“Everything has been perfect: game viewing, walking and resting. I felt I was experiencing true Africa and found
a homely atmosphere at the same time: probably the nice balance between attention and privacy that Rod and Guz gave
us - Rod's experience and Guz's cookery skills were just excellent” Silvia Massini, Italy
“This holiday has been even better than we anticipated. The camp is absolutely superb - food, service and activities
have been excellent. The location is idyllic and we very much hope to return soon” Dorothy and Graham Ballantyne, Scotland
“Holidays don't get better than this for me. Thanks for a fantastic few days in the bush”
Angus Rissik, UK
“What an amazing camp - in fact I think it's perfect” Kate Rissik, UK
“Guz and Rod - It has taken me 22 year to return to Africa and what a place to return to. I feel privileged to
have experienced this paradise you have created.” Tanya Johns, Australia
If I had close friends with a rustic but elegant camp on the banks of a river in a secret part of Africa —
he an expert wilderness and wildlife guide, she a creative hostess and chef… If I had friends like this, I wouldn’t need to visit Rod & Guz at Kutandala. Antonia DeMatto, USA - July 2002 |
“Some of us wake with the sunrise and hope for paradise, Some of us wake with the sunrise and pray to go to
paradise, Only a few of us wake with the sun rise and thank God for paradise on earth.
So thank God for special people like Rod and Guz who show us the way to appreciate paradise in Kutandala.” Maria
Duffy, Brazil
“What can I say! They've all done it better than me! My third visit to Rod and Guz and North Luangwa, Congratulations and Best Wishes” Jack Guy, UK
"Perfect in every way! Thank you” Susan Hodge, USA
“I wanted something different, and I got it - it was wonderful. The ultimate safari. Many, many, thanks.” Daphne Barbieri, Scotland
“This is what a true safari camp and safari experience should be. Your attention to all the details and your simple stylishness have created a magnificent bush experience. We thoroughly enjoyed our brief time here and, particularly, the opportunity to bask in your commitment and enthusiasm and passion for this lovely area and what you do. Thank you!” Chuck and Betsy Philips, USA
“Thank you for the perfect six days! Surpasses all other camps I've stayed at” Richard Williams, UK
“Kutandala is MAGIC! Words can not equal the superb experience.” Antonia DeMatto, USA
“Photos, words (and web sites) cannot capture this wonderful camp and sheer pleasure of being in the NLNP. Thank you for your hospitality” David and Penny Marsh, UK
“A wonderful camp. We loved every minute. Good food, good company. Guz and Rod couldn't be more gracious. The walks were enchanting.” Joel and Gayle Rabinovitz, USA
“Wonderful walking, fabulous food, charming company. Thank you so much.”Jefferey Pike, UK
“A wonderful visit, incredible food and beautiful walks. What a lovely part of the Luangwa!” Barbara Hibben, USA
“Very definitely a "Top 5" camp and experience” Alan and Carole Taylor-Bigg, UK
“It was a privilege to be part of your first season. The whole experience exceeded our expectations and we will definitely be back. Many Thanks” Chris and Linda Cotton, UK
“Thank you Rod, Guz and all staff. We enjoyed every moment at Kutandala.” Shoko Kawai and Junko Kumagai, Japan
“I have spent eighteen years as a travel journalist avoiding the word Paradise. It is a word that can never live up to its reputation! At last, however, I have found a place that, for me, is a personal Paradise. Thank you. It's been a privilege.” Alison Rice, UK
“Quite the most wonderful camp with all the comforts - and we saw amazing game. So a huge "well done" to Rod and Guz for taking the plunge - you will have a ball!” Jo Pope, Zambia
“A superb camp in a wonderful setting with great hospitality from Rod and Guz. Great game too. All in all a memorable African experience” Mike and Fiona Collett, UK
“Guz is an exquisite cook whose talent is not only in preparation but imagination. Rod is the all time great guide with a combination of knowing everything about wildlife and patience with humour. Together they are an unbeatable team and the week spent with them ranks near the top of my life's happy memories!” Judy Schramm, USA
“I can't express what an incredible initiation to Africa staying here has been. I want to come again before your waiting list is too long!” Donna Brown, USA
“Your winning combination of exclusivity and extraordinary personal care means it can work when you mix your work with your passions - Bravo! Bring it on!” Mike Kapsa, USA
“Absolument superbe du matin au soir - des marches, aux repas, des chambres aux animaux, de la vallée à l'ambiance! Merveilleuses sensations pendant ces quelques jours. Bravo!” Dr Bertrand Chardonnet - Mali/France
“Please do not change! Just Perfect. Splendid. Wunderbar!” - Hans Unberhaun, Monte Carlo
“Simply magical - the setting, the food, walks, scenery. The best introduction to Africa I could possibly imagine.” Katherine Ramply, UK
“I knew it would be good but not this good!” Blake Playford-Rose, UK
“All the rumours are true. Kutandala, apart from being located in a magical spot is faultless! It could not be better.” Jeffrey Sewell, Australia
“Thanks so much for sharing your enchanted kingdom with us, for the hospitality, the fantastic food and creature comforts. And thanks for reminding us why we live in the Luangwa and that corners of it are still unspoilt” Jake da Motta, Zambia
“At Kutandala the wonders of the bush unite perfectly with the wonders of Guz's cuisine. We put Rod and Guz on the list of these great facilitators who make a stay in the grand outdoors possible and enjoyable. We wish that Kutandala will prosper and flourish.” Hans and Sylvia Liebau, Switzerland
“The absolute Tabasco! Congratulations on your engagement and creating such a fantastic camp - we loved every second.” Andrew and Ann Clarke, UK
“Here already for the second time, and each time it gets better. Thanks for a great stay with great food - till next time.” Ilse and Jacob Mwana, Zambia
“A fitting end to the season. We leave with a sense of parting - six months will pass before we can again experience what I believe to be the best bushcamp ever!” Molly Joyce, South Africa
