Zebra Kalahari Lodge: Our full report

Zebra Kalahari Lodge is located in the Intu Afrika Kalahari Private Game Reserve in the south-west Kalahari, which is also home to Camelthorn Kalahari Lodge and Suricate Kalahari Tented Camp.

There are 13 rooms at Zebra Kalahari Lodge, consisting of eight luxury rooms and five dune suites. The luxury rooms are located just next to the main area, and are very spacious inside, which does make them feel a little sparsely furnished, as they contain just a bed, wardrobe, tables and chairs. The style is comfortable and modern furniture in browns and reds, so the rooms feel bright. Outside, through double glass doors, is a patio with table and chairs for sunset viewing or soaking up the scenery.

The dune suites are situated further from the main area, surrounded by orange sands and with a more uninterrupted view. The suites are split level, with a comfortable lounge area on the lower level, complete with black leather sofas and armchairs, and the four poster bed on the higher level. Although larger than the luxury rooms, these rooms feel less spacious as they have more furniture in them, and they too are decorated in browns and reds.

All the rooms have air conditioning, minibars and hairdryers as well as en-suite bathrooms with either a bath or a shower (or both in the honeymoon suite) and a flush toilet. Brightly coloured towels and shampoos and soaps are provided.

The main area of the lodge looks out across the red dunes of the Kalahari. There's a large open plan lounge and dining room with a fireplace and more leather sofas. This area leads to an outside seating area which also looks over the pool, surrounded by sunloungers. The pool is built in an L shape, with a deeper, larger part and a smaller much shallower splash pool. Further back towards the reception is a small grassy garden with a pond and shaded seating areas.

Activities on offer at Zebra Kalahari Lodge include afternoon game drives where you may spot ostrich or springboks, quad biking, and sundowner drives. They also offer a few spa treatments such as massages.

Our view

Zebra Kalahari Lodge is a relaxing spot for a night or two in the Kalahari, with some pretty scenery and a few activities to keep you entertained.

Geographics

Location: Southern Namibia, Namibia

Ideal length of stay: 1-2 nights

Directions: Heading south on the B1 from Windhoek, turn left onto the C21 at Kalkrand. After 42km turn right onto the D1268 and follow this for 22km. The gate to the reserve is on the right. Once inside the three lodges are quite badly signposted – make sure you ask for directions at the gate.

Food & drink

Usual board basis: Half Board

Food quality: Breakfast here is served as a buffet, and dinner is a set menu. A light lunch is also available.

Dining style: Individual Tables

Dining locations: Indoor and Outdoor Dining

Drinks included: No drinks are included, these cost extra.

Children

Attitude towards children: Children are welcome at Zebra Kalahari Lodge.

Equipment: None

Generally recommended for children: Yes

Notes: Children must be supervised at all times.

Central communications

Power supply: Generator

Communications: There is sporadic mobile reception here.

TV & radio: None

Health & safety

Malarial area: No

Medical care: The nearest doctor is in Mariental

Dangerous animals: Low Risk

Security measures: There is a guarded gate at the entrance to Intu Afrika Kalahari Private Game Reserve.

Fire safety: Fire extinguishers are found in each room.

Extras

Disabled access: On Request

Laundry facilities: Full Laundry Service - Extra Charge

Money: The lodge accepts local currencies as well as US$ and Euros.