Reviews of safaris to Skeleton Coast & Kaokoland
199 holiday reviews from our travellers of holidays which include Skeleton Coast.
Ms W
Gauteng
"August 2017 Namibia trip"
I visited Namibia between 24 Aug 2017 and 30 Aug 2017
"It was an excellent trip, very well planned by Expert Africa and well carried out by all service providers.
Was impressed that there was a meet and greet at the airport but felt that a bit more training needs to be done - we should have been given something to drink and perhaps a short introductory talk. The service person was very obliging but didn't actually offer anything. it is a great idea but a little more planning needs to go into it" Read full review: 6 nights in Africa; 6 on a Namibia trip
Was impressed that there was a meet and greet at the airport but felt that a bit more training needs to be done - we should have been given something to drink and perhaps a short introductory talk. The service person was very obliging but didn't actually offer anything. it is a great idea but a little more planning needs to go into it" Read full review: 6 nights in Africa; 6 on a Namibia trip
Overall trip
Excellent
Mrs J
Somerset
"Trip to Namibia August 2017"
I visited Namibia between 3 Aug 2017 and 15 Aug 2017
"We had a wonderful time in a beautiful country. We have previously visited Kenya, Zambia and Malawi and this trip was quite different. There was less game to view in the areas we visited but we came away with a greater understanding of what we did see and a huge respect for the desert adaptions necessary to survive. Namibia felt safe and vibrant, the camps were lovely ( Hoanib stood out for me) and the staff were great.
We had chosen to fly throughout the trip as time was limited to 11 days, glad we did but Wilderness air did their best to turn easy trips into long slogs on occasions...4 hours to get from Desert Rhino to Hoanib? Some poor organisation from them but the pilots and planes were great.
Thanks!" Read full review: 12 nights in Africa; 10 on a Namibia trip
We had chosen to fly throughout the trip as time was limited to 11 days, glad we did but Wilderness air did their best to turn easy trips into long slogs on occasions...4 hours to get from Desert Rhino to Hoanib? Some poor organisation from them but the pilots and planes were great.
Thanks!" Read full review: 12 nights in Africa; 10 on a Namibia trip
Overall trip
Excellent
Ms S & Mr E
NSW
"10 out of 10"
I visited Namibia between 26 Jul 2017 and 22 Aug 2017
"Thank you , Maruska, and Expert Africa. We have just returned from one of our best holidays ever!
All of Maruska's suggestions were brilliant.
Thanks, Maruska, for making our special requests regarding location of rooms close to reception a success. We got all the best rooms." Read full review: 27 nights in Africa; 24 on a Namibia trip
All of Maruska's suggestions were brilliant.
Thanks, Maruska, for making our special requests regarding location of rooms close to reception a success. We got all the best rooms." Read full review: 27 nights in Africa; 24 on a Namibia trip
Overall trip
Excellent
Mrs & Mr P
Essex
"Another wonderful trip"
I visited Botswana and 1 other country between 15 Jul 2017 and 3 Aug 2017
"This was our 7th visit to Botswana and 4th to Namibia. As ever we had a wonderful time. Expert Africa was once again exceptionally helpful and friendly. Although Megan booked our trip initially and was our contact more recently, Tracy also looked after us very well while Megan was away.
As usual, we mainly used Wilderness Safaris camps and, as usual, were particularly impressed with the high quality of the guiding in all locations. Transfers between camps were organised seamlessly.We were also very impressed with their care and consideration with regard to Ken's problems with balance in the dark, and in all locations they went out of their way to ensure that he had good lighting to escort us back to our tent at night.
We were also impressed by the way information was passed from camp to camp, so that when we arrived in a new location they already knew, for example, what drinks we liked for sundowners and other details of things we liked, which made us feel at home.
The Wilderness lounge at Windhoek was a good addition as somewhere to escape while waiting for the next connection and to use a computer to check in for flights.
Our only regret is that some camps now have separate tables for meals, as one of the things we have always enjoyed about these holidays has been the opportunity to meet and talk to people from so many different countries." Read full review: 19 nights in Africa; 10 on a Botswana safari
As usual, we mainly used Wilderness Safaris camps and, as usual, were particularly impressed with the high quality of the guiding in all locations. Transfers between camps were organised seamlessly.We were also very impressed with their care and consideration with regard to Ken's problems with balance in the dark, and in all locations they went out of their way to ensure that he had good lighting to escort us back to our tent at night.
We were also impressed by the way information was passed from camp to camp, so that when we arrived in a new location they already knew, for example, what drinks we liked for sundowners and other details of things we liked, which made us feel at home.
The Wilderness lounge at Windhoek was a good addition as somewhere to escape while waiting for the next connection and to use a computer to check in for flights.
Our only regret is that some camps now have separate tables for meals, as one of the things we have always enjoyed about these holidays has been the opportunity to meet and talk to people from so many different countries." Read full review: 19 nights in Africa; 10 on a Botswana safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr A & Mrs R
Berbs
"Fabulous holiday"
I visited Namibia and 1 other country between 14 Jun 2017 and 1 Jul 2017
"We had a fabulous holiday full of fun and adventures. The trip was made so perfect by the people looking after us.
When we lost documents Expert Africa and the staff at Lianshula showed amazingly professionalism.
A true test of a good business is how they deal with their clients in a crisis. From our experience any one travelling with Expert Africa can be assured of a great holiday and if any incident / accident occurs they have the knowledge and contacts to turn a crisis into a great story. The perfect company with which to have " safe adventures " 🤗" Read full review: 17 nights in Africa; 17 on a Namibia trip
When we lost documents Expert Africa and the staff at Lianshula showed amazingly professionalism.
A true test of a good business is how they deal with their clients in a crisis. From our experience any one travelling with Expert Africa can be assured of a great holiday and if any incident / accident occurs they have the knowledge and contacts to turn a crisis into a great story. The perfect company with which to have " safe adventures " 🤗" Read full review: 17 nights in Africa; 17 on a Namibia trip
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr & Mrs S
Surrey
"My Jun 2017 trip"
I visited Namibia between 14 Jun 2017 and 2 Jul 2017
"A great holiday/photography trip,"
Read full review: 18 nights in Africa; 18 on a Namibia trip
Overall trip
Good
Mr & Mrs H
Cambridge
"My May 2017 trip"
I visited Namibia between 14 May 2017 and 30 May 2017
"Really enjoyable, memorable holiday.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
Continue to listen to your customers and react to their comments!" Read full review: 16 nights in Africa; 14 on a Namibia trip
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
Continue to listen to your customers and react to their comments!" Read full review: 16 nights in Africa; 14 on a Namibia trip
Overall trip
Excellent
N & R
Essex
"My Apr 2017 trip"
I visited Namibia between 18 Apr 2017 and 2 May 2017
"Fantastic trip with such diverse experiences. We loved it !"
Read full review: 14 nights in Africa; 14 on a Namibia trip
Overall trip
Excellent
Ian & Vivienne
UK
"A trip of a lifetime and not a single regret"
I visited Namibia between 8 Apr 2017 and 26 Apr 2017
"We had such high expectations and they were all met ,even in extremely remote locations.
The standard of accommodation ,food and service is overall very high.
At no time did we feel nervous or threatened and the driving is a challenge but was fun and an unforgettable experience.
Sharing the driving and hiring a proper 4WD vehicle is strongly advised
Don't just dream about driving through Namibia, book it and do it for the most wonderful experiences and memories
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
None." Read full review: 18 nights in Africa; 18 on a Namibia trip
The standard of accommodation ,food and service is overall very high.
At no time did we feel nervous or threatened and the driving is a challenge but was fun and an unforgettable experience.
Sharing the driving and hiring a proper 4WD vehicle is strongly advised
Don't just dream about driving through Namibia, book it and do it for the most wonderful experiences and memories
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
None." Read full review: 18 nights in Africa; 18 on a Namibia trip
Overall trip
Excellent
raedrian
Canada
"Amazing Namibia "
I visited Namibia between 31 Mar 2017 and 28 Apr 2017
"This was our second trip to Southern Africa and was very different from our previous organized group (36) excursion as we were only 6 and planned the trip ourselves with huge help from Expert Africa.
[Ed: this 'previous organised group of 36 was not organised by Expert Africa.]
The desert scenery that covers about 2/3 of Namibia proved to be beautiful and diverse. We always felt comfortable wherever we went and we were constantly impressed by the friendly and helpful people.Getting around was no problem at all and communication was easy as English is spoken everywhere.
We highly recommend visiting this country as it is different from rest of Africa, very unique.
One word of caution regarding the roads which are asphalt on the main arteries but gravel elsewhere. The gravel roads are generally wide and well laid out but the washboard effect of the roads results in loud and somewhat rough ride, of course very dependent on the vehicle used. So if renting a vehicle, consider that it will spend a lot of its time on gravel if you want to see the best scenery on the "roads less travelled".
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
We were very pleased with the arrangements suggested and made by Expert Africa and Sabina's knowledge of Namibia proved invaluable.
The pros and (if any) cons of the resorts, hotels, safaris and itinirary were clearly communicated to us to allow us to makeour decisions for our final itinerary.
We give full credit to Sabina's patience with our many "twists and turns" in our itinerary and we wound up wth a terrific self drive trip in a beautiful country." Read full review: 28 nights in Africa; 22 on a Namibia trip
[Ed: this 'previous organised group of 36 was not organised by Expert Africa.]
The desert scenery that covers about 2/3 of Namibia proved to be beautiful and diverse. We always felt comfortable wherever we went and we were constantly impressed by the friendly and helpful people.Getting around was no problem at all and communication was easy as English is spoken everywhere.
We highly recommend visiting this country as it is different from rest of Africa, very unique.
One word of caution regarding the roads which are asphalt on the main arteries but gravel elsewhere. The gravel roads are generally wide and well laid out but the washboard effect of the roads results in loud and somewhat rough ride, of course very dependent on the vehicle used. So if renting a vehicle, consider that it will spend a lot of its time on gravel if you want to see the best scenery on the "roads less travelled".
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
We were very pleased with the arrangements suggested and made by Expert Africa and Sabina's knowledge of Namibia proved invaluable.
The pros and (if any) cons of the resorts, hotels, safaris and itinirary were clearly communicated to us to allow us to makeour decisions for our final itinerary.
We give full credit to Sabina's patience with our many "twists and turns" in our itinerary and we wound up wth a terrific self drive trip in a beautiful country." Read full review: 28 nights in Africa; 22 on a Namibia trip
Overall trip
Excellent
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Where to stay in Skeleton Coast
Our suggestions for safari camps in Skeleton Coast & Kaokoland
Cape Cross Lodge
Right on the Skeleton Coast, between Swakopmund and Damaraland, Cape Cross Lodge has easy access to Cape Cross Seal Reserve.
Hoanib Skeleton Camp
Hoanib Skeleton Coast Camp is actually situated 42km inland in Kaokoland, this said they offer a superb guided day trip to the coast.
Terrace Bay
Terrace Bay is bleak. However, those that stay here come to experience the remote and inhospitable nature of the Skeleton Coast.
Serra Cafema
The luxurious Serra Cafema is in the most remote corner of Namibia - at the north end of Hartmann's Valley, across the Kunene River from Angola.
Skeleton Coast Safaris
Skeleton Coast Safaris is a small, family-run operation that has organized trips here for 20 years.
Hoanib Valley Camp
The intimate and remote Hoanib Valley Camp offers a rare chance to explore this dramatic corner of Namibia and to search for its sparse desert-adapted wildlife.
Shipwreck Lodge
The only property on this desolate stretch of coastline, the extraordinary Shipwreck Lodge opens up a new section of the Skeleton Coast National Park
Opuwo Country Lodge
Opuwo Country Hotel provides comfortable accommodation is well situated for a night's stop before travelling into remote parts of Kaokoland.
Epupa Camp
Epupa Camp is a welcoming oasis set on the palm-fringed banks of the Kunene River in north-west Namibia and close to Epupa Falls.
Leylandsdrift Camp
Used exclusively on the Schoeman's skeleton cost safaris, Leylandsdrift Camp is a great place to track desert elephant.
Kunene River Camp
Used exclusively on Schoeman's Skeleton Coast Safaris, Kunene River Camp occupies a pretty location on the banks of the Kunene River.
Okahirongo Ele. Lodge
Tucked away in Namibia's far northwest Okahirongo Elephant Lodge offers luxurious chalets, with stunning views and plenty of activities.
Kuidas Camp
Kuidas Camp is usually the first-night stop on a Schoeman's safari. It is a very simple camp with stunning views of the Huab River Valley.
