Reviews of Sossus Dune Lodge
Wildlife sightings and reviews
138 independent comments and wildlife information from our travellers who have visited Sossus Dune Lodge and kindly agreed to share their thoughts. They do not necessarily represent the views of Expert Africa
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"Sossus Dune Lodge review"
I do think that by leaving early in the dark you kind of miss the views on the drive up to Sossusvlei, which normally gives you great views of the dunes already. But to be in Deadvlei before the masses arrive and really watch the sun rise over the dunes there, is a unique experience.
We also really enjoyed going to Elim dune for the sunset. Something we've skipped on previous trips as it's much less convenient to do that when staying outside of the park." See all these reviews: 15n in Namibia; 5n in Botswana; 2n in Zimbabwe
Giraffe
1 sighting
Oryx
Multiple sightings
Wildebeest
1 sighting
"Sossus Dune Lodge review"
We saw many Oryx and Thompson gazelle." See all these reviews: 13n in Namibia
Oryx
6 sightings
Wildebeest
2 sightings
"Perfect Location"
The lodge itself is spacious with the lovely individual villas really well spaced along walkways. They are very generous in size and all have magnificent views, and were very comfortable. Small pool which was appreciated in the stifling heat.
Food slightly variable. OK but not a highlight.
Staff mostly lovely." See all these reviews: 13n in Namibia
Oryx
8 sightings
"Sossus Dune Lodge review"
The staff were not over friendly but tried real hard. The rooms were clean and functional but this is not a place to be staying in your room as there is so much more going on just down the road.
Got engaged in Dead Vlei so possibly one to remember in future years although the lodge may dwindle from the memory much sooner." See all these reviews: 19n in Namibia
Giraffe
1 sighting
Meerkat
1 sighting
Oryx
10 sightings
Wildebeest
2 sightings
Zebra
2 sightings
"Great Location for Sossusvlei and Deadvlei."
When we arrived, we had to park the car at the designated parking spaces and pull our cases about 400 meters up a bumpy unmade gravel track. There should be someone in a vehicle to meet you on arrival at the car park. However when we got to the lodge, the man apologised to us for being busy when we arrived.
There are 25 separate chalets in the camp. They are all in a line, with number 25 being the furthest away. You guessed it, we were in number 25. This was just like a route march to get to the room. You certainly were ready for your meal when you had walked all the way back to the dining room. People need to be asked questions relating to age and ability, before being given the higher number rooms.
The food was good but the service left a bit to be desired, the female waitresses were abrupt and rude. When we were in the middle of our meal, a group of guests arrived for their meal. we were then forgotten about and had to wait a very long time to get our next course. The group had been served two courses before we were able to get our next course.
Because we stayed inside the park, we were allowed to go to Deadvlei before the park opened to the outside public. This allowed us to take photos before the sun came up and after, before anyone else even got there." See all these reviews: 14n in Namibia
Giraffe
4 sightings
Oryx
10 sightings
Wildebeest
10 sightings
Zebra
8 sightings
"Sossus Dune Lodge review"
Similar to other lodges where there is no option to eat elsewhere, it would be helpful to offer a half board option. Delightful staff." See all these reviews: 13n in Namibia
Oryx
1 sighting
"Unbeatable View"
activities seem overpriced (we finally decided to do it by ourselves which was a great decision as what they told us we would have done with them was not 100% true based on feedback from some of the travellers)" See all these reviews: 14n in Namibia
Oryx
Multiple sightings
"Great stay at Sossus Dune Lodge"
The next morning we departed for the dunes at around 6AM with a picnic breakfast prepared by the lodge. The checkout was painless - we experienced none of the difficulties referred to by Expert Africa in their guidance notes - we had paid our bill by card the night before after dinner. We spent several hours exploring the dunes, and climbing them in the cool of the morning. We drove all the way to the dunes but did get stuck in the sand, so maybe the shuttle would have been better !
The lodge itself was perfect - we had comfortable spacious rooms with sun-loungers from which to enjoy the great views; the food was very good - a la carte not buffet, and most importantly the staff were all friendly and helpful." See all these reviews: 17n in Namibia; 2n in Zimbabwe
"Sossus Dune Lodge review"
"Exceptionally friendly staff and great room"
The food was adequate but this is an aspect that they could seek to improve, otherwise we would have given it an excellent rating." See all these reviews: 16n in Namibia
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Desert Grace
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The Nest
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