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Travel reviews by Mr J & Mrs L from UK

Review Distribution

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Total number of trips

2

Countries visited

2

Lodges stayed in

16

Excursions taken

0

Another memorable trip

Namibia between 26 Jul 2015 and 7 Aug 2015

Trip rating: Excellent
"Everything other than the mix-up over the booking at Doro Nawas was very good. We felt that the booking issue was dealt with satisfactorily thanks to the efforts of all concerned.

It was the first time our daughter and son-in-law have visited Namibia the they found it thoroughly enjoyable. In particular they were highly impressed with the breathtaking landscape and stunning wildlife."

River Crossing

River Crossing

"Ideal for relaxing after the journey"

1 night Arrived 26 Jul 2015
"We receive a warm welcome from the staff who did all they could to make our brief stay comfortable.

Excellent views from the rooms and surrounding countryside good for bird life."
Excellent
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Excellent

Location
Excellent
Service
Excellent
Facilities
Excellent
Rooms
Excellent
Food
Excellent
Okonjima Plains Camp

Okonjima Plains Camp

"An excellent camp"

1 night Arrived 27 Jul 2015
"One day was not enough to do justice to this amazing place.

The hospitality was extremely good and the food was very well presented. The view room was very well equipped and had stunning views from the picture windows.

Would recommend the game-drives, this must be one of the only places in Namibia where there are high probabilities of seeing leopard, cheetah and wild dogs.

The educational work carried out by the Foundation is to be commended"
Excellent
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Excellent

Location
Excellent
Service
Excellent
Activities
Excellent
Rooms
Excellent
Food
Excellent
Facilities
Excellent
Okaukuejo Camp

Okaukuejo Camp

"A brilliant water hole"

3 nights Arrived 28 Jul 2015
"Overall a very good visit

Of the two chalets, we preferred the Bush Chalet to the Waterhole Chalet, which was less spacious and was in need of a re-fresh. The food was very good value and the staff friendly and helpful.

Early morning game drive (in late July) proved quite cold despite having ponchos provided. It also proved less productive than self-drive excursions.

The water hole was a key attraction and didn't disappoint with up to 5 Black Rhino, a pride of Lions and Brown Hyena being seen."
Excellent
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Excellent

Location
Excellent
Service
Good
Activities
Good
Rooms
Good
Food
Excellent
Facilities
Good
Doro Nawas

Doro Nawas

"An anxious few hours"

2 nights Arrived 31 Jul 2015
"Unfortunately due to a mix-up caused, we understand, from an IT problem we arrived after a long journey, to discover that there had been a double booking and the lodge was fully booked. This took some time to resolve and we ended up with all four of us sharing a chalet for two people for one night. The staff went to great lengths to ease our anxiety and the following morning thankfully we were able to take part in the desert elephant tracking safari which was an unforgettable experience.

As agreed with Expert Africa, the following afternoon we transferred to Camp Kipwe for the second night where again the staff were extremely accommodating. Camp Kipwe itself was very attractive though quite different in character.

The situation of both lodges was stunning.

We have graded both lodges below as excellent, however our overall experience was influenced by the upset caused by the mix-up over the booking."
Average
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Average

Location
Excellent
Service
Excellent
Activities
Excellent
Rooms
Excellent
Food
Excellent
Facilities
Excellent
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Central Guest House, Namibia (this camp has since closed)

"Well placed for exploring the coast"

2 nights Arrived 2 Aug 2015
"Clean, comfortable rooms. Owner very friendly and informative. Good breakfasts
Secure parking was an added bonus.

A formal welcome on arrival, even though this was after dark on a Sunday, would have been appreciated.

The dolphin cruise, by Laramon Tours, was very well organised, informative and enjoyable. The shuttle service from the Guest House to Walvis Bay was helpful."
Good
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Good

Location
Good
Service
Good
Activities
Excellent
Rooms
Excellent
Food
Excellent
Facilities
Excellent
Namib Outpost

Namib Outpost

"A true wilderness experience"

2 nights Arrived 4 Aug 2015
"The 7 km rough track from the road to the Homestead Outpost was well worth the effort as this is a superb, secluded location.

The staff were extremely friendly and helpful and the chalets were of a very high standard. The food was also excellent and very well presented. It was hard to believe that the Homestead Outpost had only been open for a couple of months. All credit to Henri, the manager.

The Outpost is only 30 minutes or so drive from the entrance to the Namib Nauklaft National Park."
Excellent
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Excellent

Location
Excellent
Service
Excellent
Facilities
Excellent
Rooms
Excellent
Food
Excellent
Eningu Clayhouse

Eningu Clayhouse

"An ideal stop-over"

1 night Arrived 6 Aug 2015
"The lodge is well situated and ideal as a stop-over fairly close to the airport. We were greeted with a much appreciated cool drink and later in the afternoon teas, coffees and cake were available.

The rooms were spacious and comfortable, but would benefit from a refresh. In the morning there was no hot water available to shower with, perhaps the solar heating system needs attention.

The hide and small waterhole were an added attraction though we weren't lucky enough to see the porcupines that often come during the evenings.

The food was very good and well presented.

Unfortunately the jacuzi wasn't working properly at the time of our visit."
Good
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Good

Location
Excellent
Service
Good
Facilities
Good
Rooms
Good
Food
Excellent

Memorable

Namibia and 1 other country between 13 Aug 2008 and 29 Aug 2008

Trip rating: Excellent
"A well planned itinerary ensured that we had an extremely enjoyable trip with many memorable experiences.

Fifteen days was not long enough to take it all in.

Suggestions for improvement:

We can't think of anything."

Arranged By Sabina Hekandjo


Waterberg Camp

Waterberg Camp

"Waterberg Camp review"

1 night Arrived 14 Aug 2008
"Very welcoming with friendly staff. A really good start to the holiday."
Good
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Good

Location
Excellent
Service
Good
Rooms
Good
Food
Good
Halali Camp

Halali Camp

"Halali Restcamp review"

2 nights Arrived 15 Aug 2008
"A very high standard of accommodation and service with obvious consideration being given to sensitively developing the camp.

However it would be beneficial if parking of vehicles on the route to the water-hole could be discouraged as it was at times intrusive and seems unnecessary."
Excellent
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Excellent

Location
Excellent
Service
Excellent
Facilities
Good
Rooms
Excellent
Food
Excellent
Namutoni Camp

Namutoni Camp

"Namutoni Restcamp review"

2 nights Arrived 17 Aug 2008
"A superb camp which has been significantly developed over the last 2 years. This has been to the good, but hopefully it will not become over-developed in the future.

It is difficult to imagine more comfortable chalet accommodation."
Excellent
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Excellent

Location
Excellent
Service
Excellent
Facilities
Excellent
Rooms
Excellent
Food
Excellent
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Nkwazi Lodge, Namibia (this camp has since closed)

"Nkwazi Lodge review"

1 night Arrived 19 Aug 2008
"Easy to find despite being off the main road.

Very welcoming and enjoyable stay in a relaxed atmosphere.

Very good to learn about the work being carried out to support the local community.

A pity we didn't have a longer stay."
Good
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Good

Location
Excellent
Service
Excellent
Activities
Good
Rooms
Good
Food
Excellent
Facilities
Good
Ndhovu Safari Lodge

Ndhovu Safari Lodge

"Ndhovu Safari Lodge review"

2 nights Arrived 20 Aug 2008
"An amazing experience staying in tented accommodation that was on a raft moored in the river.

We couldn't have got closer to the wildlife that we'd come to see.

The owner and staff were all very friendly and easy to get on with."
Good
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Good

Location
Excellent
Service
Excellent
Activities
Excellent
Rooms
Good
Food
Good
Facilities
Good
Lianshulu Lodge

Lianshulu Lodge

"Lianshulu Lodge review"

2 nights Arrived 22 Aug 2008
"Everything you could possibly wish for. The attention to detail was quite remarkable.

The staff were all very helpful and worked hard to ensure that we had a great time."
Excellent
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Excellent

Location
Excellent
Service
Excellent
Activities
Excellent
Rooms
Excellent
Food
Excellent
Facilities
Excellent
Nxamaseri Lodge

Nxamaseri Lodge

"Nxamaseri Lodge review"

2 nights Arrived 24 Aug 2008
"What a stunning place, two days was simply not long enough to explore this fascinating area.

The personal touch and friendly atmosphere made us very sad to leave."
Excellent
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Excellent

Location
Excellent
Service
Excellent
Activities
Excellent
Rooms
Good
Food
Excellent
Facilities
Excellent
Kalahari Arms Hotel

Kalahari Arms Hotel

"Kalahari Arms Hotel review"

1 night Arrived 26 Aug 2008
"An adequate overnight stop, but a little difficult to find as not well sign-posted from the main road."
Average
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Average

Location
Average
Service
Good
Rooms
Good
Food
Good
Etango Ranch Guest Farm

Etango Ranch Guest Farm

"Etango Ranch Guest Farm review"

1 night Arrived 27 Aug 2008
"A relaxing last day and a fitting end to an excellent holiday."
Good
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Good

Location
Excellent
Service
Good
Activities
Good
Rooms
Good
Food
Excellent
Facilities
Good

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