Reviews of Nambwa Tented Lodge
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21 independent comments and wildlife information from our travellers who have visited Nambwa Tented Lodge and kindly agreed to share their thoughts. They do not necessarily represent the views of Expert Africa
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"Nambwa Tented Lodge review"
From beginning to end the service provided by all the staff was of the highest quality.
The rooms were luxurious and amazingly located above trees below which antelope, water hogs and baboons roamed. The game drives were excellently guided and we saw lions and herds of elephants as well as numerous birds, antelope and other wildlife.
The food was excellent." See all these reviews: 16n in Namibia; 2n in Botswana; 1n in Zimbabwe
"Nambwa Tented Lodge review"
There were 10 tents and most of the time the lodge was full which made it feel busy. Our tent was very comfortable and spacious. There was no aircon and during the day and most nights it was sweltering and a little uncomfortable. Our tent was positioned under a large sausage tree which seemed to keep the baboons amused most of the day and night with the occasional sausage pod (approx. 30lbs) dropping loudly on our tent and deck.
Meals were served on a beautiful large main deck built under a number of majestic Knobthorn, Jackleberry and Sausage trees. A very comfortable area to relax with a drink from the bar admiring the expansive views and listening to the baboons squabbling in the trees. Food was very good albeit a bit repetitive at lunchtimes. Just thought the staff, although very pleasant could have benefited from better training to increase their ability to interact with the guests and also their knowledge of what dishes/courses were on offer.
Beavan was our guide who's company we enjoyed on vehicle and boat drives. Game drives were fairly quiet and uneventful. Boat safaris on the Kwando river channels were very enjoyable and relaxing. Birdlife was plentiful, such as sightings of kingfishers, bee-eaters, hundreds of colourful carmine bee-eaters on the banks of the river. Hippos, crocs and monitor lizards were also spotted." See all these reviews: 7n in Namibia; 6n in Botswana
"Nambwa Tented Lodge review"
The lodge is nearly an hours drive off the main road - we are really pleased we arranged to be met at the road - the track is very sandy and requires skilled driving to negotiate.
The staff are welcoming and courteous - our guide, Eustace, was great and very knowledgeable. Early morning hot water delivered to your room before a game drive was most welcome too.
All meals were good and served at a most attractive outside area. We did not use the swimming pool so cannot comment." See all these reviews: 16n in Namibia; 3n in Botswana; 2n in Zimbabwe
"Nambwa Tented Lodge review"
Our Guide Cameron was enthusiastic and knowledgeable making the whole experience even better. Sadly, we didn't see any Lion or Leopard but they were definitely around. We did see an Aardwolf however which was amazing. The Fishing was fun even though my husband and daughter failed to catch a tiger fish and the Carmine bee-eaters spectacular. The Sijwa tour was very interesting and worth the trip although we spent too much but all in a good cause!
Anyone interested in birds this lodge is a must. The game drives we full of wildlife we especially enjoyed the elephants playing in the lake as the sun went down. We would certainly recommend this lodge to anyone probably one of the highlights of our trip." See all these reviews: 5n in Namibia
"Nambwa Tented Lodge > five+ star all the way"
The collection from park gate was seamless and punctual. After leaving the car in the park’s HQ we were taken by Cameron (our guide) back to camp.
However, the journey took much longer because our guide discovered that we were interested in birds. 😊
Consequently, we stopped numerous times as many birds were new to us. He saw a racquet-tailed roller (an early visitor) - a first for him in 2022 - and a 'lifer' for us. 😊
Cameron went beyond his role simply as a guide to satisfy our wishes. (This would not have been possible if other guests were present).
We suspect that he enjoyed looking for anything other than the usual requests for four-legged animals.
The welcome at camp, when we eventually arrived, was excellent, as was the accommodation.
An evening drive proved fruitful for us, in fact all the river cruises and drives delivered stunning sightings and for us, birds that we hadn’t ever seen 😊
We had an early morning drive, investigating areas seen on the evening drive. Cameron asked whether we would like to track an hyena.. !!!!
YES !!!
So for 90 minutes we / Cameron followed this Hyena’s tracks across the plains. Then they disappeared. ☹
Ever the optimist I suggested that it had left the deep sand trail up onto the bank. and a few hundreds of metres later it re-joined the track 😊
Just a couple of minutes later a (female) hyena bounded across the track. Cameron was over the moon having tracked it for 90 minutes 😊
Success for guests and guide 😊
The meals were simply outstanding. The service throughout was first class and very friendly.
Thank you to every one at Nambwa, especially Cameron for listening to our wishes and accommodating them.
This is a camp that we strongly recommend to Caprivi visitors. It was simply superb for staff, guides, accommodation, meals and activities. Undoubtedly great !" See all these reviews: 13n in Namibia; 2n in Botswana
"Nambwa Tented Lodge review"
Amazing staff and rooms/facilities, as well as a lot of wildlife and almost no crowds. 4 of the big 5 (no rhinos, but the rest of Namibia has a lot of those), as well as dogs and lots of birds.
One of the best stays on my trip across Namibia." See all these reviews: 15n in Namibia; 2n in Botswana
"Such a beautiful place"
We were so very fortunate in having Cameron as our guide and even more fortunate when Edmund accompanied him. Their knowledge and enthusiasm for all aspects of the flora and fauna, their willingness to share their knowledge, to search for the things we wanted to see with such patience and determination, their courtesy, their obvious desire to give us the very best - and safe - experience we could have, all combined to make our drives in this area better than we could have ever hoped for. So very, very enjoyable.
Our time at Nambwa is one we will remember with great fondness for a very long time; this was the hardest of places to leave." See all these reviews: 17n in Namibia; 3n in Botswana
"Nambwa Tented Lodge review"
Our guide for 4 days was Alphius- a lovey knowledgable guide.
Fabulous spacious tented room. Loved the high walkways - elephants came through the camp one evening and we were able to observe them silently from above, we were so close to them.
Delicious food - all meals.
We visited The Sijwa Project which I would highly recommend.
Would love to return again one day." See all these reviews: 15n in Namibia; 3n in Botswana
"Really enjoyable 3 night stay."
Definately the best guide in Alphieus (/) of the whole trip and as with all of the guides absolutely brilliant eyesight, not only in front of them but at the sides as well.
I suspect that if an animal crept up from behind they would see that too." See all these reviews: 14n in Namibia
"Another highlight!"
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