Reviews of Lianshulu Lodge
Wildlife sightings and reviews
60 independent comments and wildlife information from our travellers who have visited Lianshulu Lodge and kindly agreed to share their thoughts. They do not necessarily represent the views of Expert Africa
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"Lianshulu Lodge review"
"What a lovely place to stay"
The lodge is beautiful, on a lovely quiet stretch of river. Rooms are beautiful, overlooking the water.
Dining room, and all main areas overlook the water, and are lovely.
The staff were very welcoming, friendly and efficient.
Food was good.
We were the only guests the night we were there." See all these reviews: 24n in Namibia; 2n in South Africa
"Lianshulu Lodge review"
Activities very over-priced compared to other lodges (eg a river cruise was NS$480 per person, as compared with NS$180 or possibly NS$190 at Ndhovu). Overall lack of wildlife actually at the lodge - hardly any birds on the river, for whatever reason. Access was difficult, 40kms of very rough road - although a new road is slowly being contructed.
We were pleased to leave, to be honest." See all these reviews: 10n in Namibia; 5n in Botswana; 2n in Zambia
"Lianshulu Lodge review"
The rooms were fantastic - just as we remembered.
Almost felt as if staff were waiting for us to finish dinner so they could escort us back to our rooms as soon as possible - food was adequate but not outstanding although when we mentioned we liked fish someone caught a couple of small boney river fish for our dinner
Birds and game drives were excellnet - the guide friendly and knowledgable
The road from Kongola is being tarred and although it was reported to be taking three more years this will make getting there much easier - we drove down a parallel gravel road and found the signage to the lodge very poor - if we had got there late we would not have been able to see it.
Very disappointed with our stay here and thought it very over priced but the staff available were doing the best they could
We had looked forward to revisiting Lianshula again as we remembered it as a very special place - we were disappointed and did not feel it gave value for money" See all these reviews: 11n in Namibia; 5n in Botswana
"Lianshulu Lodge review"
The road to Katimo Malila was extremely poor but after the border crossing into Namibia much improved. Were were disappointed not to go on the ferry at Kazangula but were told that there were problems with time if the ferry was busy at it closed at 6pm. The drives were very good.
There were problems with diet, my daughter and wife not eating meat but eating fish. We consequentially had fish for every meal!!!" See all these reviews: 8n in Zambia; 3n in Namibia; 1n in South Africa
"Lianshulu Lodge review"
The chalets all have a view on the river and the hippos. Good boat trips with plenty of hippos, elephants and crocs. Also possible to do game drives in the park, either guided or using your own car.
This lodge reopened in Oct 2012 and is in recovery mode. Note that it is not owner-run, which means individual tables and limited interaction with other guests. Suitable as a 2 night river stopover if you are travelling through the Caprivi.
We were in the "accessible" bungalow, large and comfortable. Our double bathroom sinks looked out over the river and each morning our view was of the hippos on the land across the channel. Toilet separate from bath - Big plus!! (This was unusual for all the lodges) If the lights suddenly go out, it may be the 12v battery died.
We went on the sundowner cruise both evenings - different territory - different viewing experiences." See all these reviews: 15n in Namibia; 6n in Botswana; 3n in Zimbabwe
"Lianshulu Lodge review"
We arrived at 4pm, and they said we had to have full board on day one, which meant we had paid for, but were not getting lunch and a morning game drive. I got upset (rad really upset) and we sat arguing in the reception area with a dozen staff looking on for 40 minutes, until they backed down and agreed that we could have the full board day the next day. It was an unnecessary hassle." See all these reviews: 18n in Namibia; 1n in Zambia
"Lianshulu Lodge review"
It was a lovely lodge. Ther was no provision for charging in the room (which was huge and beautifully appointed) but it was available at the reception.
The morning game and evening river trips were superb. Great hippo sightings in the evening. Good animals and birds in the morning esp. warthog and baboon.
Mosquito nets and repelant were provided." See all these reviews: 12n in Namibia; 3n in Botswana
"Lianshulu Lodge review"
"Lianshulu Lodge review"
Good food, and tables were beautifully decorated.
Very well-appointed room.
The game drive was a little pricey - unfortunately there was not a great deal of game to see but the view of the Carmine Beeeaters was a highlight.
We did not take the boat ride." See all these reviews: 6n in Namibia
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