Reviews of Mountain Lodge
Wildlife sightings and reviews
13 independent comments and wildlife information from our travellers who have visited Mountain Lodge and kindly agreed to share their thoughts. They do not necessarily represent the views of Expert Africa

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"Mountain Lodge review"
Following, though, were two amazing game drives around the Etosha Heights reserve, during which we saw, close-up, Rhino, Lion and Elephant, as well as numerous birds, zebra, giraffe and antelope. The absolute highlight, though, was a break at the watering-hole hide whilst an elderly bull elephant visited for his morning bath, following which he came to within 2 feet of the viewing opening to literally look us in the eye!
Afterwards, our excellent guide noted the reaction of antelope watering at the hole and located a resting pride of 2 male and 3 female lions. The bull elephant followed and seeing the interaction of the pride with him was an unforgettable experience.
Overall, we could not praise this location highly enough. The managers and staff and guide were all excellent and worked as hard as they could to make our visit as enjoyable as possible." See all these reviews: 16n in Namibia; 2n in Botswana; 1n in Zimbabwe
"Mountain Lodge review"
The lodge itself was once a hunting lodge and the dark wood and vaulted ceilings certain evoke the image of a hunting lodge but happily this has now been converted for photography tourists and those who want to see the special animals in their natural habitat. Luckily we had the whole place to ourselves as we were the only guests! Our tour was a sundowner tour, we spotted many animals and birds during our drive through the bushveld. We spotted a Black Rhino but he/she was quick to flight and all we say was a huge animal moving at incredible pace through the bush.
We had a drink close to a watering hole as the sun set and were treated to an amazing experience as a Black Rhino edged towards the waterside, no more than 30 metres away as we stood at its eye level. I am pretty sure I breathed during that 10 minute episode but I can't be sure! The night drive back through the bush was a special experience with the bush zipping past in the headlights like ghosts.
When we returned to the lodge a table was set for us next to the open fire with lots of twinkling lights for our private dining. These touches really separate the quality of service here in Africa from what we have grown used to - they really want you to have a memorable time." See all these reviews: 14n in Namibia

Black Rhino
Multiple sightings

Eland
Multiple sightings

Giraffe
Multiple sightings

Oryx
Multiple sightings

Zebra
Multiple sightings
"Mountain Lodge review"
The lodge was quite empty , with only another couple who did their own things , so during the activities it was just us. We did all the drives possible alone with Leon and we had a fantastic experience. The game encounters were superb . On one day we had three different rhino sightings!
We felt we were on our very own private reserve." See all these reviews: 13n in Namibia

Black Rhino
3 sightings

Brown Hyena
1 sighting

Eland
2 sightings

Elephant
10 sightings

Giraffe
5 sightings

Lion
2 sightings

Oryx
10 sightings

Wildebeest
6 sightings

Zebra
10 sightings
"Mountain Lodge review"

Black Rhino
2 sightings

Eland
4 sightings

Elephant
4 sightings

Giraffe
10 sightings

Lion
2 sightings

Oryx
10 sightings

Sable antelope
1 sighting

White Rhino
1 sighting

Wildebeest
10 sightings

Zebra
10 sightings
"Mountain Lodge review"
It´s in the middle of nowhere with few signposts. Therefore, we are very happy to see, that there is actually a lodge after the long drive. We are also very grateful for our never failing Tracks4Africa app. If we are lost – at least we know where ;-)
We are meet by the staff and a very kind manager who upgraded us to a “villa with own plunge pool” on the mountainside (!) What a treat and wonderful surprise after the very long difficult drive.
The lodge itself is typical safari style. An old fashioned (or traditional) safari lodge with dark wooden panels, heavy wooden furniture’s, brass, and large mirrors. Surrounded by an enormous balcony overlooking the area. It´s nicely situated on the mountainside (surprise given the name ;-) overlooking a small nearby, and distant bigger, waterhole.
The food is what I would call “solid and plentiful”.
However, the biggest asset is the staff. They are absolutely amazing and genuine friendly. It’s not a “posh lodge” like e.g. Ongava Lodge, we stayed in last time (link), but more relaxed/friendly style. We would be happy to return again." See all these reviews: 35n in Namibia

Black Rhino
1 sighting

Eland
1 sighting

Elephant
1 sighting

Giraffe
1 sighting

Lion
1 sighting

Oryx
1 sighting

White Rhino
1 sighting

Zebra
1 sighting
"Mountain Lodge review"
A sung welcome from the staff did not make up for uninspiring food and lack lustre service. We were but 2 couples sat at opposite ends of a large dining room. A tad bleak." See all these reviews: 21n in Namibia

Black Rhino
2 sightings

Elephant
1 sighting

Giraffe
5 sightings

Lion
1 sighting

Oryx
1 sighting

Sable antelope
1 sighting

Wildebeest
10 sightings

Zebra
6 sightings
"Mountain Lodge Review"
After coming from Etosha the wildlife seemed more sparse, but we weren't disappointed and our sightings included some of the more rare species such as caracal, cape fox, brown hyena and aardvark. Thank you so much Ali for all your efforts." See all these reviews: 22n in Namibia

Aardvark
1 sighting

Black Rhino
3 sightings

Brown Hyena
1 sighting

Eland
1 sighting

Elephant
10 sightings

Giraffe
10 sightings

Lion
1 sighting

Oryx
7 sightings

Sable antelope
1 sighting

White Rhino
2 sightings

Wildebeest
1 sighting

Zebra
5 sightings
"great safaris"
Really professionally run but combined with personal service our favourite place to stay in Namibia. Great guide Rio. (Could improve food though)" See all these reviews: 18n in Namibia

Black Rhino
Multiple sightings

Eland
Multiple sightings

Elephant
Multiple sightings

Giraffe
Multiple sightings

Oryx
Multiple sightings

Wildebeest
Multiple sightings

Zebra
Multiple sightings
"Mountain Lodge review"
The guiding was knowledgeable and excellent - Ramon's knowledge and ability to take us to the right locations to see game (black rhino, elephants, lion, etc) was amazing.
The rooms were amazing and the food great - we would love to return." See all these reviews: 6n in Namibia

Black Rhino
1 sighting

Eland
Multiple sightings

Elephant
Multiple sightings

Giraffe
Multiple sightings

Lion
Multiple sightings

Oryx
Multiple sightings

Wildebeest
Multiple sightings

Zebra
Multiple sightings
"Lion adventures at Mountain Lodge"
After a lengthy drive (Top Tip: watch out for knee-high elephant dung when you get out to open gates) we'd planned a lazy evening, but lovely Maggie the manager came to let us know that lions had been sighted by the waterhole, and would we like a special evening half-safari to look for them? Well, yes we would!
Guide Ali was brilliant. As we arrived at the site, a single vehicle from sister lodge Safarihoek was leaving, so we had the unbelievable privilege of sitting quietly in our open-sided jeep just metres from a fully-grown male lion guarding his zebra kill from the jackals and crows. As the sun went down another male and three females arrived - so there were five lions with us five humans and acres of bush around us. Amazing.
Ali also took us on a morning safari drive the following day and again the sightings were awe-inspiring, including a black rhino with its baby, elephants, zebra, antelope of all kinds, giraffe, wildebeest, ground squirrels and a vast array of birds.
In the afternoon we had our own watering hole - the swimming pool - to ourselves. Mountain Lodge was quieter than the others, with perhaps three other couples arriving and leaving during our 2-night stay. We loved the genuinely personal welcome from Maggie and the other staff, the outstanding food cooked by chef Lorenzo (who came out of the kitchen for a long chat with us) and the thoughtful guiding by Ali that made the game trips so memorable." See all these reviews: 12n in Namibia

Black Rhino
1 sighting

Elephant
10 sightings

Giraffe
10 sightings

Lion
2 sightings

Oryx
1 sighting

Wildebeest
2 sightings

Zebra
1 sighting
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