Reviews of Damaraland Camp
Wildlife sightings and reviews
125 independent comments and wildlife information from our travellers who have visited Damaraland Camp and kindly agreed to share their thoughts. They do not necessarily represent the views of Expert Africa
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"Damaraland Camp review"
Stunning setting although a slightly bumpy road to get to the riverbed.
That is the circumstance though , no ones fault!!
Highly recommend" See all these reviews: 16n in Namibia
"Damaraland Camp review"
The staff at Damaraland Camp are simply the friendliest and most helpful staff I have ever met at any hotel or lodge. They sing to welcome you and say goodbye, they all remember your name and nothing is too much trouble.
The rooms (or bungalows) are large and very comfortable, there is a nice pool area with greta views and the food was excellent.
Nicky was our guide for our drives and was hugely enthusiastic and knowledgable telling us not just about the animals but the geology and the vegetation which was great.
The only word of caution is that it is a long drive to Damaraland from Swakop (about 6 hours in total including brief stops) on gravel roads so be prepared.
We were still glad we did it!" See all these reviews: 13n in Namibia; 2n in Zimbabwe
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The service was super attentive, perhaps because we were the only guests (it was early season in June). And the food was excellent. We really appreciated having options as to what we could eat.
Thanks too to our guide Nicky for finding desert elephants for us, taking us black rhino tracking. (we saw 2) and sharing his expert knowledge of this amazing area." See all these reviews: 25n in Namibia; 5n in South Africa
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Our main reason for going there was to track black rhinos on foot. We had a wonderful rhino encounter in a valley about an hour’s drive from the camp where we saw a mother and calf on the valley floor and three adult rhinos up on a ridge above. We approached the rhinos on foot. One of the adults came down from the ridge to the valley floor and came to within about 50 yards of us.
We were also lucky to see a herd of about 30 desert adapted elephants in a dry river bed on our last day. They had left the area for about two weeks so we were lucky to catch them. Apart from the rhinos and elephants, the only animals we saw over three days of game drives were three scrub hares and two black-backed jackals (and 11 ostriches on the drive back to Doro Nawas air strip). However, our visit was in April which we were told is not a peak game viewing month.
Many of the bush roads we travelled along were covered in rocks and were very bumpy. You need to be prepared for an “African massage”!
The camp was very comfortable and we enjoyed our room.. The food was outstanding. It was varied, imaginative and delicious. It was some of the best we had eaten over many years of safaris.
We were particularly impressed by the staff. They were cheerful, friendly and helpful and seemed to take delight in their work and in each others’ company.
Our guide, Joas, was very experienced, knowledgeable and personable. He was a pleasure to be with." See all these reviews: 8n in Namibia
"Damaraland Camp review"
We thoroughly enjoyed every aspect of our stay here." See all these reviews: 18n in Namibia
"Damaraland Camp review"
We were accompanied in our 4wd from the road to the lodge to be welcomed with singing, refreshing towels and juice.
Our guide was knowledgeable and attentive. Whilst most go to see the desert adapted elephants (which we did on three occasions) he was equally keen for us to learn about other aspects of the environment and culture. He was keen for us to drive across the desert to the rock art and living museums and we were not disappointed!
We particularly enjoyed a short walk on our day of departure.
We only spent two nights at DWC but could easily have spent longer had time allowed." See all these reviews: 16n in Namibia
"Damaraland Camp review"
Wonderful attention from staff - LLewellyn, Richard, and others. Special candlelit barbecue in hills behind camp unbelievable.
Game drive excellent. Room excellent.
Who knew that desert landscape could be so interesting?" See all these reviews: 14n in Namibia
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Manager/ Chef (who shared recipes ) staff were fantastic. Our guide was extremely knowledgable and helpful.
We had forgotten our water flask and had taken off on short flight to pick up another passenger from a neighbouring camp . We were surprised beyond belief when the guide drove up to that airstrip to hand us the water bottle. He deserves a medal." See all these reviews: 10n in Namibia
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The chef was the best on our trip and did an amazing braai our first night under the stars. We came back late one day from a Rhino drive and decided to go straight back rather than stop and eat. The staff surprised us with a picnic lunch under a grove of trees near the camp. They didn't have to do that but it was a wonderful surprise and very welcome.
Little touches like a hot water bottle in the bed on a chilly evening were extra special." See all these reviews: 14n in Namibia
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