Reviews of Huab Lodge
Wildlife sightings and reviews
28 independent comments and wildlife information from our travellers who have visited Huab Lodge and kindly agreed to share their thoughts. They do not necessarily represent the views of Expert Africa
"Didn't want to leave it!"
An oasis ...beautiful , charming and intellectual
Nice activities and friendly atmosphere.
Great nature guide and fabulous dinners.
Individual attention and special care.
It was a wonder that with all that this place has to offer
Our shower wasn't working well and we woke up both nights because of sewer smell." See all these reviews: 10n in Namibia
As soon as the lodge were made aware of the shower problem they replaced the shower head, and are sorry that it was faulty.
As the lodge uses pit drains, sewerage smells can sometimes be a problem. However they are easily rectified and so this has now been attended to.
The lodge is happy that these guests gave such a good overall rating of their stay.
"good company at Huab but very hot!"
Drought conditions meant that animal sightings were limited." See all these reviews: 9n in Namibia
"Huab Lodge review"
.Jan and Suzi great hosts with lots of knowledge to share and opinions and information on all sorts of subjects.Sadly Yap was away having a new hip along with the chap who did the massages.The guide tried hard,but did not have the ease of Yap during the morning walk and the drive. But more oryx and small game than on my previous visit.There were not many other guests,well 2 one night and 3 the other 3 of whom had no English,so the meal was not as convivial as it may have been,but the food and wine were delicious and generous.
I think the decor in the rooms is maybe a bit tired,which is fine by me,but maybe a younger clientel may find it a trifle dated.
a bit of a niggle on the booking,I did discuss the package they have which they have which included the game drives,which I decided to have,and was on the invoice. I admit to not checking the voucher before I left,so we had to pay again when we were there because it wasn't on there.
Beautiful view fro the room,birds mountains and super stars." See all these reviews: 13n in Namibia
"Nice to be back with friends."
The food is the best we have experienced and Jans personal selection of wines is a bonus.
There seems to be more game than when we visited before, unfortunately the guides english was poor. Jan's morning walk however, should not be missed. This is full of information and anecdotes and his knowledge of wildlife is encyclopaedic." See all these reviews: 18n in Namibia
"Huab Lodge review"
It was lovely to be able to walk out again after days in the car in Etosha, and we stayed in the Lodge's grounds for the day. If I was going to be critical I think the Lodge could do more to sort out some walking routes and maps for guests instead of encouraging guided walks and drives. I understand why it's done as it is, it just seems that there's a lot of untapped potential there for making Huab a walking destination." See all these reviews: 15n in Namibia
"Everyone should experience Huab Lodge"
Jan, Suzi and all their staff are excellent company and do everything to make their guests comfortable and welcome. Excellent guiding by Jan, plenty of nearby places to stroll to around the lodge and enjoy seeing birds, lizards, various insects and plants and the most superb bungalows in which to enjoy comfortable relaxation and privacy.
Some people might be disappointed not to see lots of game but anyone with wider interests in plant-life, smaller animals and geology would enjoy being here." See all these reviews: 17n in Namibia
"Huab Lodge review"
We participated in sunrise walks and nature drives led by Jan. The location is somewhat remote but the area is beautiful and serene. Wildlife included oryx, kudu and steenbok but desert-adapted elephant sightings are rare. We enjoyed watching a pair of yellow-billed hornbills doing a courtship display in a tree." See all these reviews: 20n in Namibia
"Very relaxing stay at Huab lodge"
"Very relaxing and peaceful."
The accommodation was beautiful and very well positioned to ensure privacy and outlook." See all these reviews: 7n in Namibia
"Huab Lodge review"
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