Reviews of safaris to Central Highlands
629 holiday reviews from our travellers of holidays which include Central Highlands.
Prof & Ms M
MD
"My May 2014 trip"
I visited Namibia and 1 other country between 16 May 2014 and 6 Jun 2014
"A wonderful experience. Thank you, thank you, thank you, Maruska.
Your very professional website attracted me in the first place. (I am in the software business.)
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
None that I can think of just now." Read full review: 21 nights in Africa; 10 on a Namibia trip
Your very professional website attracted me in the first place. (I am in the software business.)
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
None that I can think of just now." Read full review: 21 nights in Africa; 10 on a Namibia trip
Overall trip
Excellent
The M & N party
UK
"Drive via SA/ Namiba/Botswana/Victoria Falls"
I visited Namibia and 2 other countries between 14 May 2014 and 19 Jun 2014
"We thoroughly enjoyed this fantastic experience which embraced amazing scenery, warm welcomes and wonderful wildlife.
You are quite right, this was exciting but not intrepid! We felt that the organisation by Expert Africa was outstanding. We feared we might be out of our comfort zone but the attention to detail and full pre-trip information helped us overcome any concerns we had.
All in all we had a truly outstanding exciting and memorable trip. Thank you so much for all your hard work.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
Only make the comments form easier to navigate." Read full review: 36 nights in Africa; 14 on a Namibia trip
You are quite right, this was exciting but not intrepid! We felt that the organisation by Expert Africa was outstanding. We feared we might be out of our comfort zone but the attention to detail and full pre-trip information helped us overcome any concerns we had.
All in all we had a truly outstanding exciting and memorable trip. Thank you so much for all your hard work.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
Only make the comments form easier to navigate." Read full review: 36 nights in Africa; 14 on a Namibia trip
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr & Mrs E
Perth
"Amazing trip in an magnificent country"
I visited Namibia between 10 May 2014 and 21 May 2014
"Expert Africa was excellent in planning our trip - a very big thank you.
For our last night, we changed our pre booked plans and stayed in the Olive Exclusive hotel in Windhoek. Thoroughly recommended. It is part of the group that owns Erongo and has a guest house next door, and we would consider booking the latter next time.
It is huge country with very friendly people and the only question is which places do we visit next year? (I believe my wife has already decided that!!). Nearly forgot: kayaking with the wild seals in Walvis Bay was one of the highlights. Jeanne was a fantastic guide here and we had a wonderful morning. She was most kind enough to email us photos and a video. Overall: Thank you very much." Read full review: 11 nights in Africa; 11 on a Namibia trip
For our last night, we changed our pre booked plans and stayed in the Olive Exclusive hotel in Windhoek. Thoroughly recommended. It is part of the group that owns Erongo and has a guest house next door, and we would consider booking the latter next time.
It is huge country with very friendly people and the only question is which places do we visit next year? (I believe my wife has already decided that!!). Nearly forgot: kayaking with the wild seals in Walvis Bay was one of the highlights. Jeanne was a fantastic guide here and we had a wonderful morning. She was most kind enough to email us photos and a video. Overall: Thank you very much." Read full review: 11 nights in Africa; 11 on a Namibia trip
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr F & Mrs B
UK
"Unique Experience"
I visited Namibia between 27 Apr 2014 and 13 May 2014
"Having travelled the world extensively found our Namibia self drive tour with stunning scenery, Desserts, Remote Farms, Coastal Adventures, Game Reserves, Mounting Hiking, Roaming Wildlife and much more a truly magical experience not to be missed"
Read full review: 16 nights in Africa; 13 on a Namibia trip
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr & Mrs W
Alaska
"Amazing Trip"
I visited Namibia and 3 other countries between 17 Apr 2014 and 6 May 2014
"This was a wonderful trip. We would work with Expert Africa again and recommend them to family and friends.
The team member who dealt with most of our trip was Gwynneth -- who I know is no longer working at Expert Africa -- but she deserves recognition for all her efforts. I am evaluating Gwynneth below, even though I have to choose a different team member from the drop-down menu" Read full review: 19 nights in Africa; 9 on a Namibia trip
The team member who dealt with most of our trip was Gwynneth -- who I know is no longer working at Expert Africa -- but she deserves recognition for all her efforts. I am evaluating Gwynneth below, even though I have to choose a different team member from the drop-down menu" Read full review: 19 nights in Africa; 9 on a Namibia trip
Overall trip
Excellent
The CWs
UK
"Our Namibian adventure - April 2014"
I visited Namibia between 12 Apr 2014 and 28 Apr 2014
"Any journey to the wilderness will bring adventures, some pleasant whilst other experiences are less so. Nothing can be guaranteed, but being prepared and being able to adapt is key to having an enjoyable time, whatever the circumstances.
So, the few problems we encountered during our 14 day stay in Namibia pale into insignificance compared to the spectacular scenery, outstanding guiding and helpful staff. Our holiday will be memorable for many years to come for all the postive things we saw, did and learned.
Tracy at Expert Africa listened to our brief and was patient in arranging and rearranging our itinerary to make our trip feasible." Read full review: 16 nights in Africa; 14 on a Namibia trip
So, the few problems we encountered during our 14 day stay in Namibia pale into insignificance compared to the spectacular scenery, outstanding guiding and helpful staff. Our holiday will be memorable for many years to come for all the postive things we saw, did and learned.
Tracy at Expert Africa listened to our brief and was patient in arranging and rearranging our itinerary to make our trip feasible." Read full review: 16 nights in Africa; 14 on a Namibia trip
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr D & Mrs J
Dudley
"My Mar 2014 trip"
I visited Namibia between 28 Mar 2014 and 13 Apr 2014
"Good holiday spoilt by a vehicle that was not suitable for the job."
Read full review: 16 nights in Africa; 14 on a Namibia trip
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr F & Ms G
Surrey
"Two week self-drive in March"
I visited Namibia between 7 Mar 2014 and 23 Mar 2014
"This is the best time of year to visit! Many lodges are nearly empty and you benefit from personal attention.
We decided to take a risk on the rain in early March and while there were one or two thunderstorms we had absolutely no problems on the roads. I would encourage anyone who is considering it to rent a 4x4 and take the plunge. The gravel roads are very easy to drive on, very well maintained and gloriously empty most of the time.
Game drives are fun, but we went for the smaller wildlife and the wide open spaces and we weren't disappointed.
Very friendly people everywhere.
Take some time to walk around Windhoek if you can; it's worth a day at least." Read full review: 16 nights in Africa; 14 on a Namibia trip
We decided to take a risk on the rain in early March and while there were one or two thunderstorms we had absolutely no problems on the roads. I would encourage anyone who is considering it to rent a 4x4 and take the plunge. The gravel roads are very easy to drive on, very well maintained and gloriously empty most of the time.
Game drives are fun, but we went for the smaller wildlife and the wide open spaces and we weren't disappointed.
Very friendly people everywhere.
Take some time to walk around Windhoek if you can; it's worth a day at least." Read full review: 16 nights in Africa; 14 on a Namibia trip
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr M & Ms O
UK
"Simply Amazing Trip"
I visited Namibia and 1 other country between 24 Feb 2014 and 15 Mar 2014
"Excellent - faultless."
Read full review: 19 nights in Africa; 13 on a Namibia trip
Overall trip
Excellent
Ms T & Mr R
Bath
"My Feb 2014 trip"
I visited Namibia between 8 Feb 2014 and 21 Feb 2014
"We had a great trip.
it all went very smoothly and the accommodation was excellent.
The driving was not as bad as we had expected and were usually at our destination by about 2pm.We had one puncture caused by a nail in the tyre but this was found during our day at Erongo and one of the staff there helped us change the wheel . It was then straightforward to have the tyre repaired in Omaruru.
Highlights were the dunes, seeing rhinos at the waterhole at Okaukuejo and the sundowner walks at Erongo.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
No - all very well organised and efficient.
Thank you very much." Read full review: 13 nights in Africa; 10 on a Namibia trip
it all went very smoothly and the accommodation was excellent.
The driving was not as bad as we had expected and were usually at our destination by about 2pm.We had one puncture caused by a nail in the tyre but this was found during our day at Erongo and one of the staff there helped us change the wheel . It was then straightforward to have the tyre repaired in Omaruru.
Highlights were the dunes, seeing rhinos at the waterhole at Okaukuejo and the sundowner walks at Erongo.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
No - all very well organised and efficient.
Thank you very much." Read full review: 13 nights in Africa; 10 on a Namibia trip
Overall trip
Excellent
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Where to stay in Central Highlands
Our suggestions for safari camps in Central Highlands
Erongo Wilderness
One of our favourite lodges in Namibia for many years, we were very sad when Erongo Wilderness Lodge closed.
Mundulea Reserve
The rustic Mundulea Bushcamp offers superb and varied walking in the company of a top-class guide on a reserve that features many endangered or endemic species.
Frans Indongo Lodge
For a chance to spot some rare game species, Frans Indongo Lodge is an ideal stop over between Windhoek and the Etosha National Park.
Ai Aiba Lodge
A convenient stop between Etosha and Windhoek,.Ai Aiba is a simple and relatively large lodge with plenty of great walking, and some spectacular San rock art.
Elegant Farmstead
A stylish and peaceful lodge, The Elegant Farmstead is a relaxing and comfortable place to break the journey between Windhoek and Etosha.
Ghaub Guest Farm
Ghaub Guestfarm is a charming guestfarm on the site of an old mission station, in an unusually verdant patch of Namibia.
Roy's Restcamp
For an economic, rustic option Roy's Restcamp makes for a convenient overnight stop when travelling to Bushmanland or the Caprivi Strip.
Cheetah View
Cheetah View Lodge offers guests the chance to see cheetahs at close range and to learn about the work of the Cheetah Conservation Fund.
Hohenstein Lodge
Hohenstein Lodge is situated south of the Erongo Mountain Range. Each of its ten chalets has been built to make the most of the panoramic views.
