Reviews of Halali Camp
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Halali Camp review
We had spacious and comfortable accommodation which was perfectly adequate and met all our needs.
The waterhole is excellent for photography particularly in the morning.
The meals in the restaurant are self service and the food was rather akin to school meals - adequate but unexciting.
Awful place
This was the worst place we stayed. We were disappointed as the reviews suggested it was better than Okuakuejo. Our room was basic, dark and grubby and could have done with a makeover. We had no complementary toileteries - not even soap.
We did go back to reception to ask about this but there were so many people with problems in front of us, we gave up. The towels were scratchy with holes in them, the sheets on the beds were too small for the mattresses, the air con unit was directly over the bed, so it you had it on it blew directly on your head and the alternative was to leave the door open. The bathroom was the smallest I have ever seen.
The waterhole was a long trek from the camp and there was nothing there (not their fault, I know).
The food was dreadful. There was nothing for vegetarians apart from a mediocre pasta salad, grated carots and slices of stale bread. When I asked what they could provide for us, I was directed to the salad and there was no offer of anything else. I was then told that for the salad I would be charged 70N$ and the dessert 40N$ meaning that the very meaty main course only cost 40N$! What a rip off.
I would advise anyone to avoid Halali if possible.
a bit of a institution after the other places
We were expecting it not to be up to the standard of the other places - and it wasn't
The food was overpriced and terrible
The pool was cloudy
But... the waterhole was fabulous (even though the none of us could spend too much time there as the kids were ill)
The rooms were fine if rather uninspiring
The friendly garage man mended (another) puncture
A good halfway stop
Accommodation OK for 1 night. Managed a braai but not sufficient kitchen equipment - no pans or tools. Did not want to use the restaurant at night as no different from Okaukeojo - basic and not cheap.
Difficult finding way back in the dark from waterhole and walk over rocks to reach it were a problem for young and old.
Everything in Etosha is very regimented from entry to departure and nothing makes one feel relaxed.
The signposts throughout the park are worn or non existant except down the Namatoni end.
Halali Camp review
a nice camp. especially the night watering hole. very quiet considering the large crowd.
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Like all NWR camps we were pleasantly surprised (after the bad comments we read) by the camp staff's friendliness and efficiency.
You can't beat being pointed the roosting spot of African Scops Owl and Barn Owl by one of the staff (best guiding by a non-guide!).
The food was not as good as in Okaukuejo, but still above average.
Restful camp in the heart of Etosha
We thought this might be the low point of our trip but instead found Halili to be more than acceptable. There are several good waterholes nearby, in addition to Halali's own, and we enjoyed sharing a beer around the campfire with some Australian visitors that we had met at two of our other stops.
Since we had our own car we explored on our own. One of the best sights was a troop of Banded Mongooses splayed out in the white gravel road, enjoying the reflected heat.
Halali Camp review
Need to have sugar free fruit juice and fresh cold water on breakfast buffet.
On my return hom I checked my bank account and discovered that I had been ouble charged for dinner and purchases made in the tourist shop. I have contacted my bank in this regard. It suggests that a scam may be taking place here.
The Halali Tourist Shop did not know what a VAT Invoice was and I was unable to claim a refund of R231,44 upon my departure from Namibia.
Halali Camp review
We drove ourselves around the area visiting nearby waterholes etc.instead of taking an organised game drive. As a result we did not see as much as we might, but did see a good variety at the camp's own waterhole over two evenings.
The two bedroom chalet was clean and comfortable, if a bit small.
Halali Camp review
We would not recommend the double/twin rooms,the redesign of these rooms needs a rethink especially the toilet/shower area,just about enough room for one small person to use! Considering the recent makeover of this camp things are beginning to look tatty.Missing chair,only one glass,reception say they do not have any replacements.We do not understand the deposit/inventory system as nobody checks anything when you leave.
Anyway the main reason for staying here is the ability to drive around ETOSHA from daybreak to dusk and the animals did not let us down particularly the waterhole at Rietfontein,huge numbers of elephants.The Moringa watehole in the camp 'a bit hit and miss' for night watchers,surprisingly quiet at times.
