Reviews of Ai Aiba Lodge
Wildlife sightings and reviews
45 independent comments and wildlife information from our travellers who have visited Ai Aiba Lodge and kindly agreed to share their thoughts. They do not necessarily represent the views of Expert Africa
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"Ai Aiba Lodge review"
Very friendly and really helpful staff. Breathtaking sunset.
We loved our guided walk to the live Museum of the San People and what we learned about their culture and life style.
We also appreciated the rock art they showed us." See all these reviews: 12n in Namibia
Giraffe
2 sightings
"Ai Aiba Lodge review"
The rooms were a bit dark and also could use a refresh as they are looking worn and a bit dated. It was fantastic to have the chairs on the patio in front of our room to watch the birds and also have our sundowners.
The staff at the lodge were fantastic. Very accommodating. The guides, especially, were super knowledgeable and personable.
While dinners were very good, we found the quality of some of the breakfast items could have been better, especially the yogurt and museli.
It would have also been good to have a bit of fresh fruit in the morning.
Its really the staff that made the stay extra special and also the stunning landscape. We would definitely recommend taking the sundowner hike." See all these reviews: 20n in Namibia
Zebra
1 sighting
"Ai Aiba Lodge review"
Also, the game drive was very well done.
As well as the wildlife listed below, we were pleased to see lots of warthogs and the tiny dik-dik antelope." See all these reviews: 25n in Namibia; 5n in South Africa
Giraffe
Multiple sightings
Oryx
Multiple sightings
Zebra
Multiple sightings
"Ai Aiba Lodge review"
Our room, an attractive thatched chalet with fabulous views, was large and well appointed. However, for the first time, the fridge was crammed full of drinks to purchase, so no room for our water bottles.
Here, we were told not to drink the water but one large bottle was provided.
Staff seemed a little young and inexperienced and restaurant was rather soulless, though food was good.
We did a slightly challenging self-guided walk on arrival, which we loved, then a little later did the complimentary guided sunset walk which was excellent and not quite as challenging.
The guide was entertaining and informative and carried all our drinks for sundowners on the mountain top, including nibbles!
We had a relaxing morning after breakfast and checkout, sitting around the pool enjoying the beautiful scenery." See all these reviews: 14n in Namibia
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It is nestled amongst the most beautiful outcrop of enormous granite rocks with far reaching views. It is strikingly peaceful with rooms dotted under the largest stone outcrop in semi detached fashion. The beds are extremely comfortable and one can lie in bed and follow the uninterrupted view to the horizon. Facilities included a nespresso machine, and tea and coffee making facilities.
A good sized pool is set into the side of the lawn where pet warthogs roam, and there are bicycles available to borrow to explore the surroundings.
Meals are served in a very attractive large thatched room surrounded by floor to ceiling glass sliding doors and overlooking the view. There was a limited choice available on the menu for dinner.
Breakfast was good and varied, some self service and some ordered such as a smoothie, pancakes or the usual cooked offerings." See all these reviews: 13n in Namibia
"Ai Aiba Lodge review"
Stunning location" See all these reviews: 24n in Namibia
Oryx
Multiple sightings
"Ai Aiba Lodge review"
We also enjoyed the self-guided walk to see some of the rock art - fascinating. Characterful chalet and friendly staff. Nice to have the fire outside at night to watch the waterhole.
It's a lovely place, but we were only there for one night and were glad we didn't have a second night as there were limited things to do - if we re-did the trip we probably wouldn't include it (it wasn't on our original itinerary and I specifically asked to go there, so this is not Expert Africa's fault!)." See all these reviews: 13n in Namibia
Giraffe
5 sightings
Oryx
1 sighting
"Ai Aiba Lodge review"
Would highly recommend a visit to the San living museum next door" See all these reviews: 7n in Namibia
Eland
1 sighting
Giraffe
Multiple sightings
Oryx
Multiple sightings
Wildebeest
1 sighting
Zebra
Multiple sightings
"Ai Aiba Lodge review"
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