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"
Despite the volume of tourists that stay each year, the team are genuinely pleased to welcome you to the Lodge.
The food was really good and so was the wine! Accommodation was excellent.
The guides are very knowledgeable and we were ale to see elephants and giraffes at close proximity." See all these reviews: 13n in Namibia
Elephant
Multiple sightings
Giraffe
Multiple sightings
Oryx
Multiple sightings
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led I give 5 stars to every component of a location but Doro Nawas earned it in spades.
Heading out to track down Desert Elephant was utterly brilliant." See all these reviews: 14n in Namibia; 1n in South Africa
Elephant
10 sightings
Giraffe
1 sighting
Oryx
Multiple sightings
"Doro Nawas review"
Our first night there was a meal on the rooftop on a clear night under the stars. Despite the cold wind of the desert, we were made very comfortable with blankets and hot water bottles. We found hot water bottles waiting for us in bed as well which was a nice surprise.
The rooms have an option to roll the bed out through the patio doors and on to the outdoor terrace so you can sleep under the stars. Unfortunately we didn’t try this out as it was far too windy during our stay and the same goes for the outdoor shower. Views from the room are so expansive that you cannot forget you’re in the middle of a desert. Sunset views from the balcony of the lodge (elevated location on a hill) were particularly memorable.
We had an informative morning drive with Bernard on the flora and fauna of the area, as well as getting to see a family of desert adapted elephants which was a highlight." See all these reviews: 15n in Namibia
Elephant
1 sighting
Giraffe
1 sighting
"Doro Nawas review"
The night sky was amazing here and the staff were lovely" See all these reviews: 18n in Namibia
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The views from the main building and our rooms were amazing and the sunset was spectacular. We were disappointed to only spend one night here.
We also went on a trip to see the Desert Elephants. It took some time but it was great when we found a family of six elephants and our driver and guide for the trip was very informative." See all these reviews: 17n in Namibia
Elephant
1 sighting
Oryx
1 sighting
"Doro Nawas review"
The manager, Fritz, led a cohesive and well-drillled team. The guides were knowledgeable and very skilled.
The views from the deck and the swimming pool are outstanding and the rooms are spacious, clean and feel secluded. Each has an enormous outside deck and shower area. It was absolutely beautiful." See all these reviews: 16n in Namibia
Elephant
Multiple sightings
"A very special place..."
We were lucky enough to mostly have the lodge to ourselves during our 3 night stay, which meant there was plenty of time to chat with the team and learn more about the area, and the staff themselves. Conversations with one of the managers Fritz were particularly interesting and helpful to my understanding of local issues and the challenges experienced during these last few years of Covid. Our guide Stephanos was the best we met in Namibia, and our afternoon spent with him and a large herd of desert adapted elephant is a treasured memory for all of us.
Our family chalet was perfect: 2 huge beautiful rooms joined by a walkway at one end of the camp, with doors which we never bothered locking despite the lack of fences. Indeed for a family stay Doro Nawas really excels. Wilderness Safaris have trained some of their staff as "Bush Babies" which meant that at quiet moments staff would actively seek out my younger children to play. There were games and colouring available in the sitting room, and a "Bush Baby Pack" filled with child friendly items to borrow. These provided some of the happiest memories of our trip for our 8 year old and we would like to say a huge heartfelt thanks to Irene, Theodora and Agelencia for their kindness and fun.
Food here was outstanding, especially considering the remote location, and we loved the extra effort staff went to to serve dinner in different locations (the rooftop bbq was particularly memorable). The team also gave us such a treat with their singing and dancing....the best we heard in Namibia and delivered with such enthusiasm and joy that even our teenage son loved every minute.
We drove ourselves to the site of the rock art at Twyfelfontein and also to the Living Museum of Damara, which we loved. Both excursions were a big success with the whole family but at the Living Museum we had a really special experience which the kids are still raving about now.
I should add that we really appreciated Wilderness Safari's philosophy and commitment to doing things the right way, which gave us a rare feeling as tourists: that we could be part of the solution, rather than the problem. Their involvement with the Pack for a Purpose scheme meant we could support the local school, and in doing so my own children could feel a connection and sense of contribution.
All in all, we can't say how grateful we feel to have stayed here or how much we would like to return one day.
Thank you Doro Nawas!" See all these reviews: 22n in Namibia
Elephant
10 sightings
Oryx
4 sightings
"Doro Nawas review"
Dinner on the upstairs terrace was very atmospheric as was wheeling out the beds to sleep under the stars." See all these reviews: 14n in Namibia; 4n in Botswana; 2n in Zimbabwe
Elephant
10 sightings
Giraffe
1 sighting
"Doro Nawas review"
The staff choir were really good and they sang to us on several occasions - we enjoyed it as much as they obviously did. The chalet was spacious and the outside shower was a bonus.
On our second evening for dinner we had a barbecue on the roof. We had a long trip with Bernhard the ranger and saw lots of wildlife, and we had time to leisurely observe the desert elephants.
The manager took the time to sort out a problem of our own making, and made sure it did not affect the enjoyment of our holiday. This was much appreciated." See all these reviews: 15n in Namibia
Elephant
10 sightings
Oryx
6 sightings
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