Reviews of safaris to Etosha National Park
1322 holiday reviews from our travellers of holidays which include Etosha.
"My Jun 2025 trip"
Having lived in Namibia previously and travelled extensively within the country , I was tempted to undertake the booking and organising of this holiday myself , but with 20 years since I was last there , felt we could do with some guidance . Chris Mcintyres Bradt guide to Namibia had been invaluable previously, and led us to Expert Africa.
Sabina listened to what we were looking for and came up with some great suggestions which we would never have discovered . We were particularly grateful that she guided us away from our determination to hire a two wheel car ! She was prompt and empathic in all of her replies , and all together lovely .
The pre travel pack and very clear summary sheets and directions were invaluable and reassuring .
I have already highly recommended Expert Africa , and will continue to do so. We are already dreaming of our next trip to this wonderful country !" Read full review: 8 nights in Africa; 7 on a Namibia trip
"Our Jun 2025 family trip to Namibi"
Her insights, knowledge, and organizing skills made this a wonderful experience.
Responsiveness and willingness to help (delayed flights, emergency) was great.
With Expert Africa we get so much more out of a vacation than with a standard operator." Read full review: 14 nights in Africa; 13 on a Namibia trip
"My May 2025 trip"
The air is very clean, there is no pollution, the southern chmisphere sky is unbelievable. Seeing 3 white rhino mothers with 3 babies in one spot is breathtaking. Also, seeing the big herd of elephants from a hideaway viewpoint in Ongava, just meters away, and being able to hear every breath and slurp of water to the trunks, it is just unreal.
Unforgettable trip, I will be back for sure.
Big thank you to Karen for her support and making this trip possible." Read full review: 6 nights in Africa; 5 on a Namibia trip
"My May 2025 trip"
Very well organized trip." Read full review: 16 nights in Africa; 6 on a Namibia trip
"My May 2025 trip"
Everything went well and the organisation was faultless. Thanks to everyone for their work and input.
Everything was excellent." Read full review: 15 nights in Africa; 15 on a Namibia trip
"Namibia between 23 Apr 2025 and 1 May 2025"
All the transfers to and from our accommodation and the airport went smoothly with the vehicles arriving on time, and all of the drivers were pleasant pointing out places of interest on the route and answering our questions, some of which no doubt they will have been asked a thousand or more times !
Overall an amazing experience one that will remain in our memories for ever. Both places we stayed at where both peaceful and relaxing environments, this helped to switch off and enjoy the accommodation and the facilities offered." Read full review: 9 nights in Africa; 8 on a Namibia trip
"A unique and memorable adventure"
In addition to the feedback already provided there are a few other things we would like to mention. As stated in The Delight feedback, there was a full day tour to Sandwich Harbor and Walvis Bay that was pre-paid and confirmed in our itinerary but was actually not booked.
Sabina was very attentive and helpful in the beginning as we were developing the itinerary and exploring options. However, later on in the process we found communication with her to be hit or miss. There was more than one occasion where our emails went unanswered and required follow up. Particularly frustrating was the fact that we did not receive our travel packet until days before departure. I had asked Sabina about the status of this in at least two earlier emails which she did not answer in her replies.
Once she discovered that the documents had not been shipped yet (just a bit more than one week from our departure) she said she would send them out and hopefully they would arrive in time. Only after I asked to have the shipment expedited did she offer to do so - seems like that should've been automatic given the timeline. Obviously this did not leave us much time to read through the guide, etc." Read full review: 16 nights in Africa; 14 on a Namibia trip
"My big birthday trip 2025"
We were very happy with Kwessi Dunes (trip highlight), Mowani Camp (awesome views, the best food) and GocheGanas is a little gem. If we had more time, we would have stayed a little longer in Swakopmund - beautiful city!
The only camp that we felt a bit underwhelmed by was Ongawa Lodge. The reasons are:
1. We were not told upfront of costs for Etosha and Ongawa gane drives - the manager mentioned that game drives were not included but failed to disclose prices, which were not shown in the room either
2. The game drives in Ongawa follow a set route and in three drives, we pretty much saw the same views/animals. Other camps use their land to show different sites. This felt too little for NAM1,500 per person/per drive
3. The Etosha Game drive is very expensive at NAM2,500 per person and it lasts only 3h
4. We were given our bill after breakfast on last day. We scan the bill and paid since we were in a rush. The bill felt excessive so we asked for breakdown and found out that we were overcharged for Etosha Game drive by NAM5,000. The manager was not particularly graceful in handling with this mistake - we had to recount days spent and activities per day before the mistake was acknowledged. They were unable to do the refund so we are now waiting to see if this come through this week.
I hope the comments above are useful and thank you once again for your help,
Rute & James" Read full review: 11 nights in Africa; 10 on a Namibia trip
"My Mar 2025 trip"
The only handicap was that the rainfall had been exceptional and, unlike the other years when we have visited in March/April the Etosha Pan was flooded, rivers had burst their banks and some of our drives were through deep water.
This impacted on the wildlife and overall we saw less of some animals than previous visits.
Giraffes for example were extremely scarce for the first 10 days as they hide in the trees to avoid lightning." Read full review: 18 nights in Africa; 11 on a Namibia trip
"My Mar 2025 trip"
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Our suggestions for safari camps in Etosha National Park
Okaukuejo Camp
Set within Etosha National Park, Okaukuejo Resort is a large camp with a productive, floodlit waterhole.
Halali Camp
The smallest of Etosha's erstwhile restcamps, overlooking its own floodlit waterhole, Halali has a superb location near the centre of Etosha Pan.
Mushara Bush Camp
The family-friendly Mushara Bush Camp offers great value and is an excellent base from which to explore Etosha National Park.
Ongava Lodge
With fantastic views over a private reserve bordering Etosha, the smart Ongava Lodge offers driving and walking safaris on the reserve, and guided drives in Etosha.
Ongava Tented Camp
Set around a waterhole on a private reserve, the small Ongava Tented Camp combines understated comfort with activities that include walks and night drives.
Onguma Tented Camp
Onguma Tented Camp is a lovely, little tented camp which centres around an attractive waterhole a short drive from the Von Lindequist Gate to eastern Etosha.
Mushara Lodge
Close to the eastern entrance to Etosha, the comfortable Mushara Lodge is well-placed for exploring the park in your own vehicle or on a guided drive.
Dolomite Camp
Opened in 2011, Dolomite Camp allows visitors access to the far west side of Etosha National Park, which was previously off limits to most visitors.
Onguma Bush Camp
For great wildlife viewing without breaking the bank, the affordable and understated luxury of Onguma Bush Camp could be perfect.
Namutoni Camp
Centred on an old fort, the government run Namutoni Camp is located just inside Etosha National Park, close to Fisher's Pan.
Hobatere Lodge
To the west of Etosha National Park, on the edge of Damaraland, Hobatere Lodge offers good game-viewing on its own reserve.
Mushara Outpost
Intimate and luxurious, Mushara Outpost is well-placed on a private reserve to explore nearby Etosha National Park on your own or on a guided drive.
Safarihoek Lodge
At the heart of the private Etosha Heights Reserve, Safarihoek Lodge offers comfortable accommodation and excellent game-viewing.
Onguma The Fort
The Fort is the jewel in the crown of the Onguma lodges, and arguably the whole of eastern Etosha.
Onguma Camp Kala
For a bird’s eye view across African bush, the stilted rooms at Onguma Camp Kala are truly special.
Onguma Forest Camp
From its woodland setting on the Onguma Reserve, Forest Camp is within easy striking distance of Namibia’s flagship national park.
Etosha Safari Lodge
A short drive from Etosha National Park's southern entrance, Etosha Safari Lodge is a convenient base from which to explore the park.
Taleni Etosha Village
Only 4km from Etosha's southern entrance, Taleni Etosha Village is an affordable base from which to explore the park.
Andersson's at Ongava
With game drives on both its private reserve and in Etosha, Andersson's at Ongava also offers access to the Ongava Research Centre.
Little Ongava
The beautifully located and luxurious Little Ongava is a stunning place to stay in order to explore Etosha National Park and the private Ongava Reserve.
Etosha Safari Camp
Funky, low-key and very original, Etosha Safari Camp is well placed for visiting Etosha National Park on a self-drive or guided safari.
Mountain Lodge
In the heart of the private Etosha Heights Reserve, the family-friendly Mountain Lodge offers game drives and bush walks within an exclusive environment.
Mokuti Etosha Lodge
With 106 rooms, child-friendly Mokuti Etosha Lodge is more like a hotel than a lodge. Facilities to include a gym, spa, tennis courts and even a snake park.
Etosha Oberland Lodge
A short drive from Etosha National Park's southern entrance, Etosha Oberland Lodge is a very comfortable base from which to explore the park, with excellent food.
Vreugde Guest Farm
Vreugde Guest Farm is a delightful owner-run and working sheep farm where you can expect a warm welcome and charming hospitality.
Villa Mushara
Offering luxury on a peaceful private reserve close to Etosha, Villa Mushara is a great choice for honeymooners & those wishing to indulge themselves.
Etosha King Nehale
A short drive from the national park's northern entrance, Etosha King Nehale Lodge is an interesting and comfortable base from which to explore the park.
Toshari Lodge
Smart and professionally run, the hotel-style Toshari Lodge is well-placed for self-driving in Etosha National Park.
Safari House
The private Safari House on the Etosha Heights reserve is a great option families or friends travelling together.
Onkoshi Camp
Onkoshi Camp is owned and run by Namibia Wildlife Resorts. Built on elevated wooden platforms it overlooks Etosha Pan.
