Reviews of Okaukuejo Camp
Wildlife sightings and reviews
701 independent comments and wildlife information from our travellers who have visited Okaukuejo Camp and kindly agreed to share their thoughts. They do not necessarily represent the views of Expert Africa
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"Busy,bustling camp but friendly & comfortable"
The night drive was quite long (3 hours) and chilly but watching and waiting at the waterholes was rewarded with more rhino sightings. There were many cars/trucks in the area which meant crowds where elephants, lion and rhino were spotted.
The staff were friendly but busy, mealtimes a little less relaxing than elsewhere but food was good and well presented." See all these reviews: 10n in Namibia
Black Rhino
4 sightings
Cheetah
1 sighting
Eland
10 sightings
Elephant
10 sightings
Giraffe
10 sightings
Lion
2 sightings
Oryx
10 sightings
Spotted Hyena
1 sighting
Wildebeest
10 sightings
Zebra
10 sightings
"Okaukuejo Camp review"
The staff are trying their best but there aren't enough of them (or they haven't received the necessary training) to cope with the large size of the camp and the large numbers of visitors. This meant that we encountered inefficiencies e.g. checking-in, booking a game drive and issues around paying for dinner in the restaurant. We stayed in a bush chalet which was in need of major improvement and updating. The room was dark and dingy, and was not at the same level as the other lodges we stayed in.
The big draw is the waterhole although we saw all the game we could have hoped for (and more) from our next base in Namutoni, also in Etosha. The night drive activity at Okaukuejo was OK although more expensive than comparable activities in other camps." See all these reviews: 19n in Namibia
Black Rhino
1 sighting
Elephant
1 sighting
Giraffe
1 sighting
Oryx
1 sighting
Spotted Hyena
1 sighting
Wildebeest
1 sighting
Zebra
1 sighting
"Okaukuejo is Okaukuejo!"
The check-in and check-out processes are slow, but there are lots of people, especially if you arrive at the end of the day and leave first thing in the morning. Just be patient.
Our room was rather tired and dated and, although there was a kitchenette, this had no crockery or cutlery. It was clean and tidy and everything worked. It would be rather difficult to cater for yourself.
The restaurant has improved over the years and the service is good. You do have to book for dinner, which is easily done, and you will be better received than if you just walk in and expect a table. The food is typical mass-catering buffet-style, but is hot and perfectly edible.
The waterhole never disappoints, day or night. We spent 5 hours there one morning and saw literally hundreds of animals of all types, constantly coming and going. It was an amazing sight and experience.
As long as you go to Okaukuejo expecting lots of people and the limitations that this puts upon the catering, service and accommodation, then you won't be disappointed." See all these reviews: 16n in Namibia; 4n in Botswana
Black Rhino
3 sightings
Elephant
10 sightings
Giraffe
10 sightings
Lion
1 sighting
Oryx
10 sightings
Wildebeest
10 sightings
Zebra
10 sightings
"Okaukuejo Camp review"
If you can get beyond the fact that there quite a lot of people milling about and get lost in the safari movie in front of you, you will love it. We saw many rhino, giraffes and lots of antelope but the highlight was watching what must have been about 40 elephants at sunset. This waterhole had more action than many of the ones within the park that you drive to, so to have this within easy reach at all times it ideal.
Definitely the place to stay in Etosha." See all these reviews: 14n in Namibia
Black Rhino
5 sightings
Eland
2 sightings
Elephant
10 sightings
Giraffe
10 sightings
Lion
2 sightings
Oryx
10 sightings
Wildebeest
10 sightings
Zebra
10 sightings
"All about location "
Accommodation is basic, but perfectly clean and ideal for a night.
Breakfast was a nice surprise and served early enough to get out of the gate as they open.
Olifantsbad waterhole is a perfect distance drive for the last waterhole of the day. We saw a super heard of elephants." See all these reviews: 12n in Namibia
Black Rhino
8 sightings
Eland
10 sightings
Elephant
10 sightings
Giraffe
10 sightings
Lion
6 sightings
Oryx
7 sightings
Roan antelope
Multiple sightings
Sable antelope
Multiple sightings
Wildebeest
10 sightings
Zebra
10 sightings
"Wonderful spot, bad food"
Food is also not wonderful - whilst there we observed a chef serving cooked meat and placing raw meat onto a grill whilst also at the same time using the same tongs to serve cooked meat. We mentioned this to a waitress who didn't understand the issue this could cause." See all these reviews: 15n in Namibia
Black Rhino
1 sighting
Eland
1 sighting
Elephant
3 sightings
Giraffe
2 sightings
Lion
1 sighting
Oryx
2 sightings
Roan antelope
3 sightings
Spotted Hyena
1 sighting
Wildebeest
3 sightings
Zebra
5 sightings
"Interesting!!"
The cleanliness couldn't be faulted especially with the volume of people passing through but the service at mealtimes was dire. Utterly dire, so bad it was hilarious. We got fed and watered but we spent quite bit of time debating whether the girls serving just didn't give a s**t or were very stupid and we couldn't decide which.
No issues with security and when I did go to report certain items missing from the room inventory when we checked in I got ushered into a side room as I think they thought I was making a big complaint. Deposit given back without a quibble or check the next day.
The waterhole was a joy, we sat and watched the nights coming and going for hours." See all these reviews: 16n in Namibia
Elephant
3 sightings
Giraffe
4 sightings
Lion
1 sighting
Oryx
10 sightings
White Rhino
1 sighting
Wildebeest
1 sighting
Zebra
7 sightings
"Waterhole excellent"
We were given wrong information about the opening times of the snack bar and so missed it. The stock of food at the shop is not good. Very difficult to self cater" See all these reviews: 16n in Namibia; 3n in Botswana
Elephant
Multiple sightings
Giraffe
Multiple sightings
Lion
Multiple sightings
Oryx
Multiple sightings
Spotted Hyena
Multiple sightings
White Rhino
Multiple sightings
"Great waterhole"
Booking in was not great and were not provided with information either about how things work in the camp or in the park itself. The staff were pretty disinterested and did the bare minimum.. all of these shortcomings however fade when we entered the park itself.
Oh must mention the picnic/toilet areas - shocking. not fit for purpose but I guess you know that.
We did the night drive and would not recommend it. We realised that there was the possibility we would not see much and we didnt but the guide made no comment on the fact that we did not see much as if this was normal." See all these reviews: 15n in Namibia
Black Rhino
2 sightings
Elephant
10 sightings
Giraffe
8 sightings
Oryx
Multiple sightings
Wildebeest
3 sightings
Zebra
10 sightings
"Great time in our Premier Waterhole Chalet"
The room (Premier Waterhole Chalet) was very spacious and of course had a great view of the waterhole." See all these reviews: 18n in Namibia; 4n in South Africa
Black Rhino
10 sightings
Elephant
10 sightings
Giraffe
10 sightings
Lion
3 sightings
Oryx
10 sightings
Wildebeest
10 sightings
Zebra
10 sightings
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