Reviews of Mowani Mountain Camp
Wildlife sightings and reviews
159 independent comments and wildlife information from our travellers who have visited Mowani Mountain Camp and kindly agreed to share their thoughts. They do not necessarily represent the views of Expert Africa
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"Mowani Mountain Camp review"
Activity-wise, few animals in the area other than elephants. On the plus side, there were a large number of elephants and nice opportunities to get close and observe for long periods of time. The petroglyphs are worth the visit, but other nearby points of interest (Organ pipes, Burnt Mountain) were disappointing to anyone who has traveled a bit and seen columnar basalt. And you can't hike in the Burnt Mountain area.
Our activities guide Bennie was friendly, knowledgeable, and from the nearby town of Khorixas. Having guides from the local area was a real plus, as we ere able to learn more about local culture and politics." See all these reviews: 15n in Namibia; 5n in South Africa
Elephant
2 sightings
Giraffe
1 sighting
"Mowani Mountain Camp review"
Can walk independently around the lodge.
Good for visiting rock carvings and finding desert elephants. Good bird watching from the lounge." See all these reviews: 15n in Namibia
Elephant
9 sightings
Giraffe
2 sightings
"Mowani Mountain Camp review"
Unfortunate to only find one elephant on our nature drive (not usual) but our guide worked hard and we had a relaxed long time with him. The guide’s knowledge was very good and her bird spotting and identification was excellent.
The excursion to see the ancient rock art was interesting and informative." See all these reviews: 22n in Namibia
Elephant
10 sightings
Giraffe
4 sightings
"Mowani Mountain Camp review"
Worth doing desert elephant trip: tracking them down and then viewing very close in natural habitat." See all these reviews: 15n in Namibia
Elephant
Multiple sightings
"Mowani Mountain Camp review"
Our return visit was, by virtue of familiarity , even more enjoyable than the first ." See all these reviews: 19n in Namibia
"Mowani Mountain Camp review"
We booked a 'superior view ' room which enabled us to watch the sun set from our own balcony ——what a treat .
There is a relatively easy signed walk around the camp, takes about an hour and a quarter, to further appreciate and enjoy the camp's setting." See all these reviews: 19n in Namibia
"Mowani Mountain Camp review"
Access can be tricky as road up to lodge very poor (D2612) probably easier to access from Skeleton coast.
We saw baboons whilst staying here - we didn’t go looking for elephants - but more than happy to stay at the camp and enjoy the amazing bird life." See all these reviews: 13n in Namibia
"Mowani Mountain Camp review"
The location of the camp and it's integration into the boulders was amazing. The sundowner location overlooking the cliff was great too. The food was below expectations. One evening we had a been served some tough meat and the manager didn't offer to replace the dish. My wife and I thought the manger tried a bit too hard and his attention to the guests was a bit forced and not sincere.
One after noon we went on a hike, took a wrong turn and found ourselves in the staff accommodation area. We were really disappointed to see the liquor bottles and trash strewn across the beautiful landscape around the area." See all these reviews: 14n in Namibia
"Africa Specialist | Namibia"
Elephant
Multiple sightings
"Mowani Mountain Camp review"
Perfect sundowners spot.
Drove myself to Twyfelfontein and the White Lady of Brandberg (on the way to Swakopmund) and didn't participate in any camp activities - I don't find a "non-applicable" option for activities." See all these reviews: 17n in Namibia
"Mowani Mountain Camp review"
Pool and lobby are very fun and beautiful
Wonderful food
The attitude from the waiters was a bit sticky but good
I did not order any activity
The truth is I booked two nights
We went for a walk in the twin camp Mowani Mountain Camp
We fell in love with the place and asked to rate Mowani Mountain Camp
The surrounding trail is really beautiful and easy
We got their consent and did not regret it
Mowani Mountain Camp The most impressive place we have ever seen
We wanted to photograph every corner
There are no words to describe the amazing experience" See all these reviews: 16n in Namibia
"Systems Manager & Senior Africa Specialist | Southern Africa"
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