Reviews of Hakusembe Lodge
Wildlife sightings and reviews
94 independent comments and wildlife information from our travellers who have visited Hakusembe Lodge and kindly agreed to share their thoughts. They do not necessarily represent the views of Expert Africa
29% success
"Excellent"
Had a nice relaxing stay." See all these reviews: 22n in Namibia; 2n in Zimbabwe
Hippo
1 sighting
"A perfect stay at Hakusembe River Lodge"
The food was excellent - it was buffet style, and this lodge showed that buffets can be very good. It was high quality with plenty of choices at both breakfast and dinner." See all these reviews: 17n in Namibia; 2n in Zimbabwe
"Hakusembe River Lodge review"
We went on the sunset boat trip which was brilliant with an excellent guide.
Staff here were very attentive and made us feel very special on our honeymoon!" See all these reviews: 10n in Namibia; 2n in Botswana; 2n in Zimbabwe
"Hakusembe River Lodge Review"
Food was excellent, with plenty of choice. Dinner consisted of a set starter and dessert, with a buffet main. The staff were attentive and very friendly during meals and their after-dinner entertainment was well received. However, during the day staff were not much in evidence; certainly not the constant attention that is paid at some other lodges.
A flask of coffee and biscuits were left outside the room first thing in the morning, which was a thoughtful touch.
We enjoyed the sundowner cruise along the river, but otherwise felt that there was little to do either at the lodge or in the area. After busy days driving to waterholes in Etosha, this was a peaceful time, but, personally, we wanted more. It feels very much like a one-night stop for most people, which is a shame." See all these reviews: 16n in Namibia; 4n in Botswana
"Hakusembe River Lodge review"
The location overlooking Angola and not far outside Rundu was good with interesting views across the river. The check in was well managed and our room was comfortable. The grounds of the lodge were well kept and easy to stroll in.
Our buffet evening meal included a singing and dancing performance by some of the lodge staff, some of whom appeared to be more enthusiastic than others about their participation." See all these reviews: 8n in Namibia; 3n in Botswana
"Excellent one night stop"
The meals are buffet style and the food good. This is quite a large lodge and quite commercial, but well run and a relaxing setting by the river." See all these reviews: 16n in Namibia; 3n in Botswana
"Hakusembe River Lodge review"
"Kwando river cruise"
There are also interesting views of Angolans, a few yards away on the other bank, going about their daily activities." See all these reviews: 9n in Namibia; 6n in Botswana
"Enjoyed our short visit"
Dinner was buffet style with plenty of selection and the chef on hand giving you all the info you needed about the dishes he had prepared. A very personal approach.
For those wanting to stretch their legs it was safe to run (or walk) along the drive leading to the lodge.
While this lodge did not have the intimate feel of some of the others we stayed at we thoroughly enjoyed it and would visit again." See all these reviews: 17n in Namibia; 2n in Zambia
"Very nice lodge"
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