Reviews of Doro Nawas
Wildlife sightings and reviews
497 independent comments and wildlife information from our travellers who have visited Doro Nawas and kindly agreed to share their thoughts. They do not necessarily represent the views of Expert Africa
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"Doro Nawas review"
The restaurant and bar area were so cosy and the staff really couldn't do enough for you. We did visit to the Living Museum which was very interesting and our guide Boetie was very friendly, interesting and knowledgeable. The pool was a welcome retreat from a long drive!
You're really made to feel like part of a family here" See all these reviews: 15n in Namibia
"Amazing place to stay"
We were only staying one night and would have liked to be here a second night to really enjoy the experience but they were booked out. The accommodation was really something special - so well designed and spacious, very impressive - with the outdoor shower area and the beds that could be rolled out to sleep outside.
We had a Bush dinner on the night we stayed - fantastic dining outdoor under the stars. The food was good as was the wine.
The bonfire in the courtyard was not lit the evening we were there as we had a Bush dinner but it would be a lovely way to spend some time if it had been. As we were staying only a night we did not do any activities here." See all these reviews: 11n in Namibia
"Singing oasis!"
Fantastic help from the hotel staff (especially Hendricks) when we faced meltdown with car problems." See all these reviews: 20n in Namibia
"Doro Nawas was different (in a good way!)"
Lovely location in beautiful Damaraland, with an excellent safari guide for the desert elephant excursion.
We really enjoyed the bush supper on our 2nd night." See all these reviews: 14n in Namibia
"Doro Nawas review"
The staff are friendly, helpful and can sing as well!
Desert elephants were found in abundance, rooms lovely and well cared for, food delicious, the Friday night BBQ. a treat." See all these reviews: 11n in Namibia; 10n in South Africa
"A memorable stay in Damaraland"
The main lounge and the view from it are excellent. The accommodation is luxurious with excellent air conditioning. The wide patio windows can be opened and bed wheeled out to sleep under the Milky Way. An excellent experience: the hot water bottle and blankets are welcome as temperatures can drop considerably before dawn!
Our trip to see the Desert Adapted Elephants was a highlight of our whole trip. It largely took place along the dry riverbed of the Huab River with its sandy bed and magnificent mature trees. Our highly informative and humorous guide, Liberty, made the trip very worthwhile. His knowledge of the ecology was excellent.
The dinner at night is very atmospheric as the restaurant appears dark but for the superb use of solar lamps at each table, making the tables themselves brightly lit.
The braai night was amazing. It could have been an 'activity' in its own right. We were driven for 15-20 mins in the dark to arrive at a Chinatown type experience ... dozens of solar lights and candles complementing fire pits. A table for almost 30 was set out and each diner had a hot water bottle and blanket. The buffet service and the food itself was really good. The staff singing was very genuine and enjoyable.
Interestingly, the Lodge is something of a hub for the area. At one stage there were seven light aircraft present: some visitors were flying to Etosha.
A top class lodge with a great staff." See all these reviews: 15n in Namibia
"Doro Nawas review"
The food is great and the activities very satisfactory.
This is highly recommended for a visit to Damaraland." See all these reviews: 15n in Namibia
"fantastic chalets"
However, once we got over this the service was great and all the staff were friendly. The chalet was the best of the trip, the outside shower was an experience! and the overall décor was fantastic - not to be missed.
We didn't do any activities at Doro Nawas as we just wanted to relax and that we did. Afternoon tea was lovely with tasty homemade cakes.
The food was really good and the courtyard with the fire and candles was cosy.
Overall we enjoyed our stay." See all these reviews: 13n in Namibia
"Highlight of Bush Dinner"
Second was evening trip for desert elephants. Easily found and good viewing.
Pity about the guide, reasonable driver but hopeless on client relations and information.
Evening meal set out in bush.
Nicely done, staff entertainment of singing pleasant and well done." See all these reviews: 17n in Namibia
"Doro Nawas , brilliant elephants!"
Rooms were good.
Staff friendly, but real lack of information if you were travelling as a couple, the larger groups with a tour guide seemed to know what was going on!
The shop was never open" See all these reviews: 15n in Namibia
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