Reviews of Ondudu
Wildlife sightings and reviews
416 independent comments and wildlife information from our travellers who have visited Ondudu and kindly agreed to share their thoughts. They do not necessarily represent the views of Expert Africa
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"Great location at Erongo"
Wonderful scenery and great accommodation, but no wildlife at least on our walk." See all these reviews: 17n in Namibia
"A Truly Special Place! "
The manager was incredibly welcoming and funny and made us feel right at home. We loved his unexpected bush-dog, Alaska the Pomeranian, and really enjoyed having a pet around the property! The pool area is small but cute and the pool was very refreshing. The food was wonderful–probably the best we had in Namibia. My husband raved about the game meat and how it was cooked and they catered well to my vegetarian needs.
We went on a guided sundowner hike in the evening to enjoy a stunning sunset view and also a morning hike to the top of one of the mountains. Both guides were very kind and knowledgable. We also did the nature drive to see the beautiful rock art in a cave and enjoyed all of these activities very much. We did not see much wildlife apart from rock dassies and baboons but did enjoy the lovebirds that visit the feeder by the restaurant in the morning, and the abundance of stunning scenery on the property will make any photographer very happy!
I was very sad to leave this lodge as it was such a special place to stay. I don't think there is anywhere like it in the world and I very much hope to return again." See all these reviews: 9n in Namibia
"Erongo Wilderness Lodge review"
"Great Lodge"
The pool area sadly did not have a view and where the sunbeds were it was rather dark.
Great views from the main dining area outside." See all these reviews: 18n in Namibia
"Erongo Wilderness Lodge review"
The lodge seems to be under new management and is, if anything, even better now than we remember it from our previous visit in 2010 .
The lodge is in a spectacular location amongst massive granite boulders and really deserves a longer stay.
The rooms are spacious and comfortable, everyone is very friendly and the food is excellent." See all these reviews: 13n in Namibia; 8n in Zimbabwe; 1n in Botswana
"Beautiful location"
Staff were generally friendly and some were exceptionally helpful (special thanks to Simeon and the manager/owner).
We did three activities: the sundowner walk, the nature drive to the cave and the guided dassie trail. Culis was an excellent guide - well informed and thoughtful.
The lodge offered the best breakfasts on our holiday. Evening meals were also good - eaten on a raised platform under the stars. Every morning at 7.00 seed was put out for the birds.
On our first morning I just sat and watched for a couple of hours as over 15 different species descended to feed. There was also good birding in the scrub immediately around the lodge drive and waterhole." See all these reviews: 19n in Namibia
"Erongo Wilderness Lodge review"
Staff very helpful." See all these reviews: 18n in Namibia
"What a treat!"
We have been before, a few years ago, and there is inevitably a bit of comparison to do. It seemed marginally less fresh and kempt (especially in the approaches), but I'm not complaining; it was still a delight. The tented rooms are still lovely, and the restaurant terrace is still well placed to catch the evening breeze. The setting is fantastic. The manager did his rounds and chatted enthusiastically, much appreciated.
The 6 o'clock morning walk was a great pleasure and informative, well pitched in terms of exercise . You won't see too much four legged animal life, but there are birds, insects, plants and flowers to learn about." See all these reviews: 19n in Namibia; 4n in South Africa
"Erongo Wilderness Lodge review"
With hindsight we should have stayed here two nights (rather than Immanuel Wilderness Lodge) and driven straight to Windhoek airport.
Good food." See all these reviews: 14n in Namibia
"Hidden treasure "
Whoever thought of it had great foresight as the views from the lodge and the accommodation are wonderful.
The tent itself was spacious, had a large covered deck with comfortable settee and then on a higher level there were a couple of deck chairs as well." See all these reviews: 21n in Namibia
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