Reviews of Namutoni Camp
Wildlife sightings and reviews
89 independent comments and wildlife information from our travellers who have visited Namutoni Camp and kindly agreed to share their thoughts. They do not necessarily represent the views of Expert Africa
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"Pretty location, Great staff"
On this occasion we found the food at Namutoni was not the best, but it was certainly adequate. However, the camp had a relaxed, pleasant atmosphere and very pretty, peaceful surroundings. We felt that the shops were much better stocked that those in Halali and Okaukuejo, but perhaps this was because the camp seemed so much quieter. Without exception, all of the staff we met at Namutoni were friendly, polite, and helpful - this applied equally to the bar, restaurant, shops, reception, porters, and even the man at the petrol station!
We left with a very good impression." See all these reviews: 15n in Namibia
"Good location inside Etosha NP"
Food ok, but more like boarding school style across a servery. Management and staff just doing their job, but not exceeding the mark.
Some of our best game viewing was done in relatively close proximity to this camp. Good idea to check the log book for recent game sightings." See all these reviews: 19n in Namibia; 5n in South Africa; 3n in Botswana; 2n in Zambia
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They did not provide mosquito nets but they did provide insecticide spray and repellant. We had great sightings of birds and elephant on the way through the park (and other animals).
We had a sighting of warthog with babies in the lodge area on the second evening. There were also mongoose." See all these reviews: 12n in Namibia; 3n in Botswana
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The pool is attractive though not very clean, The food as in all the Etosha NWR Camps is not very exciting but the service has improved since my last visit. However the wildlife and not the food is my main concern
The real advantage of this camp is that it is in Etosha so you can view and photograph the wildlife at dawn." See all these reviews: 14n in Namibia
"Namutoni Camp review"
The waterhole itself is disappointing but Namutoni looks great (more grass in the campsite and the lodges must be amazing). The advantage is how close you are to waterholes outside the park for early morning starts or late finishes." See all these reviews: 9n in Namibia
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One evening I had to wait some 40 minutes without a waiter coming to serve me supper. I actually had to go and ask to be served. Although they were busy, waiters should be more aware of the presence of clients who are awaiting service.
The chef did not know how to cook an eland steak. I asked for a medium steak (pink colour) The first one came oozing blood. The second one was not much better. When a waiteress informed him of the problem he took offence and finally producèd a third steak which met the requirements. It is suggested that the chef be exposed to further training. A "banana salad"was a good idea but was spoilt by the use of over ripe bananas. Over ripe bananas would have been better used in a cake.
The restaurant manager met me and sought my comments which I gave him freely. He accepted them with dignity and took action to solve the issues that I raised.
It was iinteresting to note that both Halali and Okaukeujo had buffet dinners whilst Namutoni had a sert menu. Surely buffets are much easier than serving a set menu.
Excellent game viewing in this area." See all these reviews: 9n in Namibia
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Pool area OK but then no towels available.
The waterholes outside of the camp were great for viewing particularly Chudop,large numbers of giraffe seen here.
Although booking was described as Full Board and their own flyer states LDB&B, the reception staff says lunch is not included in the price" See all these reviews: 13n in Namibia
"Snakes at Namutoni Waterhole"
The restaurant providing a delightful outdoor candlelit setting for dinner and the waterhole although not having the number or variety of animal visitors as Okaukuejo was still full of life including several 3 metre pythons swimming across from the reed beds. With this quality of accommodation and beautiful setting within the old fort we remian convinced that there is no reason to want to stay in ultra luxury outside the park with the restricted hours of entry and additional travel.
It is lovely to have an early evening meal and then join fellow travellers at the waterhole to exchange experiences and watch the animals before retiring to bed." See all these reviews: 17n in Namibia
"What a disappointment!"
On arrival you are told to drive round the back of the fort to a car park where (if you're lucky) you will be picked up in a golf cart and driven 100m round the corner where you have to get off and walk to your room. This is a pointless gimmick.
At first glance our Bush Chalet looked lovely but within a few minutes we realised that, while, as we understand, trying to compete with the high quality accommodation outside the park, and charging comparable prices, the refurbishment appeared to have been done on the cheap. Window blinds were broken, the sink chipped, fascias missing from furniture, drawers stuck, glasses etc listed on the inventory were missing. However, indoor and outdoor showers were excellent and beds comfortable. The rooms should deserve 5 paws but the tackiness and poor quality leads to our downgrading.
Two restaurants were advertised, Steakhouse and African Fusion. Only the location of the 'Steakhouse' was open but that was only serving a very poorly cooked buffet, not a restaurant meal. Food had obviously been cooked hours before and left to stand in warmers – and we ate at 6.30pm – pity any poor folks coming along later! Staff were friendly and tried to be helpful. As we stated in our feedback at the time we think this is tantamount to misrepresentation.
Next morning the cold breakfast was fine – no hot breakfast was offered though a cook lurked in the background of the kitchen by a burner so it might have been possible.
Rooms at Namutoni are only available on a full board basis; in our opinion this is a rip-off as the vast majority of guests arrive in the late afternoon and leave in the morning, having no chance of lunch. No alternative was offered, in fact we asked about the possibility of a packed lunch but it was quite clear this would only be available at extra charge. We would definitely not stay here again.
However, there are some very good waterholes in the area – and we had good sightings at the one in the camp after breakfast – so if you're willing to pay the price and tolerate the service for the sake of the location you might consider it." See all these reviews: 16n in Namibia; 2n in Zambia; 1n in Botswana
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