Reviews of Damaraland Camp
Wildlife sightings and reviews
126 independent comments and wildlife information from our travellers who have visited Damaraland Camp and kindly agreed to share their thoughts. They do not necessarily represent the views of Expert Africa
Wildlife sightings by our travellers
Starting in Jul-2018, 31 of our travellers have recorded their wildlife sightings at Damaraland Camp.
Lion
0% success
Leopard
0% success
Cheetah
0% success
Elephant
93% success
Giraffe
68% success
The J Family
Herts
"A very special place to stay"
2 nights Arrived 30 Jul 2014
"Beautiful views, and great location from which to look for Desert adapted elephants. Lovely food, which was eaten all together around a big table. On the first night we had dinner in the Boma, which was a very memorable evening.
But the best thing about this camp is the team - who were incredibly warm, welcoming and friendly. They were fantastic with the kids, and really went out of their way to chat, and make our stay really special. We were only there 2 nights - but they remembered everyone's name (not bad, considering there were 7 of us!).
I have quite serious mobility problems - which made many of the camps we visited quite challenging for me. The team couldn't have been more helpful - they changed our room so that it was closer to the lodge, and just before we needed to get from the room to the lodge (or vice versa) either Richard or Albert would appear at our room, or at our table, to give me a helping arm - which was such a help, and very kind.
The team create a warm, welcoming, relaxed atmosphere. They clearly love their work, and are justly very proud of their camp." See all these reviews: 11n in Namibia
But the best thing about this camp is the team - who were incredibly warm, welcoming and friendly. They were fantastic with the kids, and really went out of their way to chat, and make our stay really special. We were only there 2 nights - but they remembered everyone's name (not bad, considering there were 7 of us!).
I have quite serious mobility problems - which made many of the camps we visited quite challenging for me. The team couldn't have been more helpful - they changed our room so that it was closer to the lodge, and just before we needed to get from the room to the lodge (or vice versa) either Richard or Albert would appear at our room, or at our table, to give me a helping arm - which was such a help, and very kind.
The team create a warm, welcoming, relaxed atmosphere. They clearly love their work, and are justly very proud of their camp." See all these reviews: 11n in Namibia
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Excellent
Location:
Excellent
Service:
Excellent
Activities:
Excellent
Rooms:
Excellent
Food:
Excellent
Facilities:
Excellent
Prof D & Mrs H
UK
"Damaraland Camp review"
2 nights Arrived 9 Jul 2014
"The highlight of this stay for us was the kind attention given to us for our wedding anniversary. We had a lovely surprise in our room before dinner with champagne, candles and snacks left for us; and for dinner we had our own table over by the pool surrounded by lanterns.
The boma dinner on the first night was also very good; we all went out to the boma (aka old cattle pen made of tree branches stuck vertically in the ground) - it was beautifully decorated with lanterns and we ate under the stars.
The drives to see wildlife were long (there are comparatively few animals round here) but rewarding - due to the effort and talent of our guide we got good views of elephants and black rhino - and the landscape is spectacular." See all these reviews: 10n in Namibia
The boma dinner on the first night was also very good; we all went out to the boma (aka old cattle pen made of tree branches stuck vertically in the ground) - it was beautifully decorated with lanterns and we ate under the stars.
The drives to see wildlife were long (there are comparatively few animals round here) but rewarding - due to the effort and talent of our guide we got good views of elephants and black rhino - and the landscape is spectacular." See all these reviews: 10n in Namibia
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Excellent
Location:
Excellent
Service:
Excellent
Activities:
Excellent
Rooms:
Excellent
Food:
Excellent
Facilities:
Excellent
Mr & Mrs M
Melbourne
"Damaraland Camp review"
2 nights Arrived 5 May 2014
"Great flight from Little Kulala over the dunes, old diamond mines, past shipwrecks, seal colonies and flamingos...Wonderful scenery at Damaraland and another excellent guide.
Desert adjusted elephants a great sight. Visit to local village was very worthwhile (and our guide was a Arsenal supporter..my team!) Really enjoyed the hill climb..." See all these reviews: 7n in Namibia; 3n in Botswana; 1n in South Africa
Desert adjusted elephants a great sight. Visit to local village was very worthwhile (and our guide was a Arsenal supporter..my team!) Really enjoyed the hill climb..." See all these reviews: 7n in Namibia; 3n in Botswana; 1n in South Africa
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Excellent
Location:
Excellent
Service:
Excellent
Activities:
Good
Rooms:
Excellent
Food:
Good
Mr F & Mrs B
UK
"Went that extra mile"
2 nights Arrived 5 May 2014
"Well run establishment. The staff throughout were excellent as were the meals, service, tent, guides and accommodation."
See all these reviews: 13n in Namibia
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Excellent
Location:
Excellent
Service:
Excellent
Activities:
Excellent
Rooms:
Excellent
Food:
Excellent
Facilities:
Good
Mr D & Ms T
Ontario
"Damaraland Camp review"
2 nights Arrived 20 Nov 2013
"Excellent experience . Include all meals in package is suggested.
Activities were not experienced as we elected to hike around on our own." See all these reviews: 14n in Namibia
Activities were not experienced as we elected to hike around on our own." See all these reviews: 14n in Namibia
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Excellent
Location:
Excellent
Service:
Excellent
Rooms:
Excellent
Food:
Excellent
Facilities:
Excellent
Mr G & Ms W
London
"Beautiful rooms"
2 nights Arrived 14 Nov 2013
"Absolutely stunning location with gorgeous room. A real luxury.
The staff were friendly and accomodating.
A small criticism - and I feel almost guilty even mentioning it as there seemed to be other guests that enjoyed it: The staff like to sing. A lot. When you arrive. When you arrive at the sunrise breakfast. When you arrive at the outdoor BBQ. When you leave. It all is a bit too much after the fourth song!" See all these reviews: 11n in Namibia
The staff were friendly and accomodating.
A small criticism - and I feel almost guilty even mentioning it as there seemed to be other guests that enjoyed it: The staff like to sing. A lot. When you arrive. When you arrive at the sunrise breakfast. When you arrive at the outdoor BBQ. When you leave. It all is a bit too much after the fourth song!" See all these reviews: 11n in Namibia
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Excellent
Location:
Excellent
Service:
Good
Activities:
Good
Rooms:
Excellent
Food:
Good
Facilities:
Excellent
M family
Hampshire
"Damaraland Camp review"
1 night Arrived 19 Jul 2013
"Arrived at pick up point at 5pm as requested but no vehicle present. Namibian local phoned through to camp. Nothing happened approx 1 hour - told they had problems with the land Rover. Collected 6pm by apologetic Charles, but when arrived at camp told that our pick up had not been arranged by travel agent. This seemed v unlikely as nothing else EA has organised has ever failed. Showed them Sabina's letter and pointed this out. Later apologetic letter with champagne.
Larger camp, quite a few children. Greeted with singing by Namibian staff and ate outside in Boma, more informal, quite fun. In the morning went on game drive to see desert elephants which we found eventually. A bit concerned that in his enthusiasm our driver seemed to drive a bit randomly across the fragile country (we know that in the arid conditions it can take ages to repair damage done by vehicles).
Gave us lunch which I don't think was officially included and drove us back to our car at our convenience. Game drive was a significant additional cost here." See all these reviews: 15n in Namibia
Larger camp, quite a few children. Greeted with singing by Namibian staff and ate outside in Boma, more informal, quite fun. In the morning went on game drive to see desert elephants which we found eventually. A bit concerned that in his enthusiasm our driver seemed to drive a bit randomly across the fragile country (we know that in the arid conditions it can take ages to repair damage done by vehicles).
Gave us lunch which I don't think was officially included and drove us back to our car at our convenience. Game drive was a significant additional cost here." See all these reviews: 15n in Namibia
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Good
Location:
Excellent
Service:
Good
Activities:
Good
Rooms:
Excellent
Food:
Good
Facilities:
Excellent
Ms E
Sweden
"Damaraland Camp review"
2 nights Arrived 25 May 2013
"A perfect place to experience the fabulous Namibian landscape! If you were not interested in geology before you will be when you get here.
Not so many animals but instead I enjoyed the peace and quiet and the opportunites to do some walking. Very refreshing after all the driving on bumpy roads! Visited two local villages which gave a good insight in the conditions of life in this harsh environment." See all these reviews: 12n in Namibia
Not so many animals but instead I enjoyed the peace and quiet and the opportunites to do some walking. Very refreshing after all the driving on bumpy roads! Visited two local villages which gave a good insight in the conditions of life in this harsh environment." See all these reviews: 12n in Namibia
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Excellent
Location:
Excellent
Service:
Excellent
Activities:
Excellent
Rooms:
Excellent
Food:
Excellent
Facilities:
Excellent
Dr F & Mrs A
UK
"Damaraland Camp review"
3 nights Arrived 16 Feb 2013
"Another camp with happy, welcoming, singing staff, led by the wonderful Maggie. Once more we were welcomed with champagne and rose-petals. Nestor was our able and friendly guide who took great care to find things to interest us.
We were ready for a rest after our camping experience and enjoyed the accommodation and outlook. The trackers were successful in finding a rhino with baby, and sensitive, not only for our safety but also for the welfare of the animals when the mother became a little agitated. Most enjoyable.
A delightful surprise evening meal was given to all of us in a lamp-lit secluded area." See all these reviews: 14n in Namibia
We were ready for a rest after our camping experience and enjoyed the accommodation and outlook. The trackers were successful in finding a rhino with baby, and sensitive, not only for our safety but also for the welfare of the animals when the mother became a little agitated. Most enjoyable.
A delightful surprise evening meal was given to all of us in a lamp-lit secluded area." See all these reviews: 14n in Namibia
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Excellent
Location:
Excellent
Service:
Excellent
Activities:
Excellent
Rooms:
Excellent
Food:
Good
Facilities:
Excellent
Mr & Mrs B
South Bank
"An excellent place to stay"
2 nights Arrived 17 Dec 2012
"This was another highlight of our trip.
The camp is incredibly well-run by Maggie, all the staff are friendly, helpful, knowledgeable and the happiest we came across - they seem to enjoy working at the camp as much as we enjoyed staying there, and they sang to us at every possible occasion !
Tracking desert-adapted elephants with our guide Pasqual was a wonderful experience. Maggie totally surprised us with a dinner in the Boma (she said we were going for an evening walk !) and a sunrise breakfast on a ridge overlooking the desert. Nothing was too much trouble and we would rate this camp as excellent." See all these reviews: 16n in Namibia
The camp is incredibly well-run by Maggie, all the staff are friendly, helpful, knowledgeable and the happiest we came across - they seem to enjoy working at the camp as much as we enjoyed staying there, and they sang to us at every possible occasion !
Tracking desert-adapted elephants with our guide Pasqual was a wonderful experience. Maggie totally surprised us with a dinner in the Boma (she said we were going for an evening walk !) and a sunrise breakfast on a ridge overlooking the desert. Nothing was too much trouble and we would rate this camp as excellent." See all these reviews: 16n in Namibia
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Excellent
Location:
Excellent
Service:
Excellent
Activities:
Excellent
Rooms:
Excellent
Food:
Good
Facilities:
Excellent
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