Reviews of trips to Windhoek
1054 holiday reviews from our travellers of holidays which include Windhoek.
"Our trip to Namibia"
As detailed above the car and attitude of Budget was not ideal and this is where these comments may be of help--we should have specified more carefully the car and its style.
Wildlife viewing in Etosha is not supposed to be ideal in January because it is the rainy season. We had some rain but had offset this concern by allocating six nights for Etosha--I could imagine other tourists being disappointed because they expect to see the big five in one day! Please feel free to contact us on any of these matters if you think we can be of help." Read full review: 17 nights in Africa; 15 on a Namibia trip
"Trip to Namibia in January 2014"
Couple of minor hiccups sorted out.
Only disappointment was lack of air con and ice at Desert Homestead which was otherwise a great place to stay.
Book on Namibia was very helpful. We read ahead before each change of location. It was helpful to know the best places to stop on the long car journeys
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
January is so hot - should always recommend air-con.
But we were very satisfied overall and are happy to recommend Expert Africa to anyone considering a holiday to Namibia," Read full review: 15 nights in Africa; 13 on a Namibia trip
"30 day tour of Namibia by 4x4"
Expert Africa's information was excellent (brochure, website and specially prepared information).
We are very tempted to do similar trips with Expert Africa in future." Read full review: 30 nights in Africa; 25 on a Namibia trip
"My Dec 2013 trip"
We maanged to see rhinos (black and white), giraffes, lions, and loads of other animals. Though I have to say - we cheated a little bit and went for a tour arounf the Anderssons private reserve. On the second day we managed to see some lions, rhino, giraffes in teh Etosha park as well, but it was certainly less concentrated and further away than what we experienced in the private reserve.
We were perfectly satisfied with our car (4x4 Toyota Hilux) which seated the 5 of us very comfortably.
If we were to do this again we'd probably skip Swakopmund.
Thank you Tracy for organising this. It was a brilliant holiday! And we're all looking forwards to coming to Africa again!" Read full review: 8 nights in Africa; 6 on a Namibia trip
"One of Our Best Holidays !"
We used Air France from Manchester to Cape Town via Paris and booked this ourselves as we got good deals.
A mention about Wilderness Safaris as they were always helpful when we contacted them. Again thank you." Read full review: 18 nights in Africa; 15 on a Namibia trip
"My Dec 2013 Trip - amazing"
Only downer was the City Lodge - the rest was incredible" Read full review: 20 nights in Africa; 6 on a Namibia trip
"My Nov 2013 trip"
We hope to go again. We would hope to stay at some simpler places in some instances, but this was our first trip and you don't quite know what to expect on a first trip. Overall we have no complaints, just wonderful memories!" Read full review: 14 nights in Africa; 12 on a Namibia trip
"My Nov 2013 trip"
"Seriously good. Most enjoyable."
Highlights: walk down the Quiver Tree Gorge in the Naukluft, Sessriem dune walks and Dead Vlei, reptile tracking in the desert, moonlit dinner at Ongava.
Swakopmund rather dull and uninteresting - but we expected this. Enjoyed the tented camps." Read full review: 17 nights in Africa; 15 on a Namibia trip
"A wonderful and unforgettable trip."
We are very happy with your recommendations, with your help and with the whole planning of the holiday.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
Would be nice to indicate people traveling around Namibia in a self-driving trip the distances between locations.
We knew that and for us it was OK, but I think that for some elder drivers some of the distances between one hotel to the next can be fairly long." Read full review: 34 nights in Africa; 21 on a Namibia trip
Where to stay in Windhoek
Our suggestions for places to stay in Windhoek
Olive Grove
In a quiet Windhoek suburb, Olive Grove is one of our favourite guesthouses: stylish, with a friendly, welcoming atmosphere and excellent food.
Galton House
A cool stylish sanctuary in a quiet suburb of Windhoek, Galton House boasts a pool and a restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Elegant Guesthouse
The Elegant Guesthouse is a friendly, comfortable establishment with a lovely, tranquil garden, and is a good choice for an overnight stay in Windhoek.
River Crossing
Secluded on a private game reserve between Windhoek and the international airport, River Crossing is a tranquil place to start or end a trip.
Villa Violet
Villa Violet is a friendly, owner-run guesthouse in a residential area of Windhoek, just a few minutes' drive from the city centre and numerous restaurants.
Haus Sonneneck
Haus Sonneneck was one of Windhoek's best pensions just a few minutes' drive away from the city centre, however it has now closed.
Hilltop Guesthouse
A long-standing favourite, the small, owner-run Hilltop Guesthouse is comfortable, smart and good value.
Weinberg Hotel
In a quiet upmarket suburb of Klein Windhoek, the stylish Weinberg has a friendly, welcoming atmosphere and luxury facilities.
GocheGanas
For somewhere to really pamper yourself, Gocheganas Lodge & Spa offers wildlife combined with extensive wellness treatments.
Heinitzburg Hotel
One of the oldest hotels in Windhoek, the Heinitzberg occupies a great hill-top location but can feel like a relic of a bygone era.
Olive Exclusive
The Olive Exclusive is perhaps Windhoek's most luxurious boutique hotel but remains a friendly and unpretentious place to stay.
Etango Ranch G. Farm
Etango offers simple, clean, comfortable accommodation and it’s the closest accommodation to Windhoek International Airport.
Immanuel Wilderness
Within easy reach of Windhoek, Immanuel Wilderness Lodge is a good overnight option for those who don't wish to stay in the city.
Rivendell Guesthouse
Rivendell Guesthouse offers great value, relaxed accommodation in a homely atmosphere with helpful and extremely friendly staff.
Sun Karros Daan Viljoen
Situated within the Daan Viljoen Nature reserve Sun Karros is a simple lodge with gentle game viewing and bird watching opportunities.
Avani Windhoek Hotel
The Avani Windhoek Hotel and Casino lack the personal touch of Windhoeks smaller guesthouses but is well located in the heart of the city.
Hotel Thule
Windhoek’s Hotel Pension Thule offers stunning views across the city and a reputable in-house restaurant, within easy reach of the international airport.
Omaanda
Omaanda offers luxury accommodation and wildlife viewing within easy reach of the international airport and Windhoek City.
Ti Melen
Overlooking Avis Dam, Ti Melen is on the outskirts of Windhoek, yet only 10-minutes from the city's amenities.
Desert Express
The Desert Express runs from Windhoek to Swakopmund on set departures. Recently this schedule has been somewhat erratic.
