Reviews of Sossus Dune Lodge
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142 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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"Great to be in the park"
Staff very helpful and friendly especially regarding the shuttle service." See all these reviews: 18n in Namibia; 6n in Zimbabwe
"Sossus Dune Lodge for the dunes"
We had thought we would take a baloon flight over the dunes but the cost was prohibitive, our morning guide told us we should try a flight over the dunes, as this was less expensive, which we did and I can thoroughly recommend, we went as far as the coast, and for 5 of us it was approx £125 a head." See all these reviews: 20n in Namibia; 2n in Zambia
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Seems such a shame as the location and rooms are wonderful. They have also built a lovely shaded area around the swimming pool.
No problem using credit card to pay." See all these reviews: 26n in Namibia
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The food was great and the staff were helpful in giving us a packed breakfast the morning that we got up early to see sunrise. The staff were all very young and although very friendly and attentive they were perhaps lacking in knowledge slightly and when we asked questions about time of sunrise, best place to see sunrise etc nobody seemed to be able to answer our questions.
If the staff could perhaps be briefed on local knowledge (or indeed an information folder be put in the rooms) and this would perfect this otherwise great accommodation." See all these reviews: 6n in Namibia; 6n in Zambia
"Sossus Dune Lodge review"
1. Check in
2. Not having enough 4x4's for the morning activity and they ended up renting a small vehicle which had to accommodate 6 of us - a party of 4 and us two and when your Clive's size of 6'4" this is not fun for him or anyone else
3. The Guide had been seconded from Fish River Canyon - we joined him on his second day and therefore we were given no guiding to speak of which was a real shame
4. Unable to accommodate us for an evening sundowner in the Dunes due to lack of vehicles
5. Breakfast in the dune was a very poor affair
6. Shaded area round the pool is not finished
7. Difficulty in them arranging a transfer for us on the morning of departure to get us to Sesriem Gate to meet the balloon transportation.
8. Only four wines were available from the list
It is great to be in Sossusvlei first to climb the dunes first but not worth the stay at this place." See all these reviews: 16n in Namibia
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The chalets were huge and even had bathrobes, fridge and a hairdyer. The only thing missing was a safe. Downsides were that the rooms got hot in the afternoon (talking to the manager he said he did realise this and that they were hoping to put air-con into the main lounge area in the future so that people could at least go there to read etc in the cool).
I would probably think seriously about this if travelling here in the summer and secondly, that there was no shade at the pool (manager also said this was being done imminently so perhaps worth checking if this bothers you). Staff were all very helpful and friendly and food very good.
Do ask the way across to the dunes if driving yourself rather than go back to the gate as they did not volunteer this info on check-in." See all these reviews: 15n in Namibia
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The dining room was spacious with great views but again very formal - it was memorable for the luxurious living but not for the atmosphere." See all these reviews: 16n in Namibia
"Sossus Dune Lodge review"
Not all the rooms can see the waterhole, although there was not a lack of views.
The views of the sky were amazing - (I know this out of anyones control but WOW).
Service here was hit and miss, it was as if some of the staff did not really know what they were doing (a common problem in goverment run/NWR accommodation) eg we booked an early morning drive to Dead Flei leaving at 5.30 and were told to be prompt. We arrived at 5.20 only to be told it had already left. I went back to the room to get my car keys and by the time I returned the driver was there. However we then waited until 6.00 before leaving as another couple was supposed to join us.
The early morning Dead Flei views are an absolute must!
Check out was slow - especially if trying to pay with a credit card." See all these reviews: 14n in Namibia
"Not worth the money"
The lodge reception and accommodations were on top of a little hill, guests have to park their vehicles at car park at the bottom of the hill and transport by lodge's golf cart to the reception. When we arrived, no one was at car park to direct us or transport us to the lodge reception. We waited for 10 minutes and decided to walk up to the reception ourselves. Half way up the hill, a golf cart turned up and the driver apologised for not meeting us on our arrival citing the excuse of shift change.
We were met by the duty manager, Louis Armstrong Jnr who gave us information of the lodge and the activities they offered. We wanted to do the balloning trip on morning and he offered to book for us. The booking was later confirmed and time and venue were given." See all these reviews: 14n in Namibia
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