Reviews of Mushara Lodge
Wildlife sightings and reviews
104 independent comments and wildlife information from our travellers who have visited Mushara Lodge and kindly agreed to share their thoughts. They do not necessarily represent the views of Expert Africa
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"Etosha luxury"
The main areas are big open spaces, with lots of neutral colours and glass, which make for a striking entrance. The swimming pool is gorgeous with lots of lawn around it and is a very nice place to spend an hour or two in the afternoon.
Our bedroom was similarly gorgeous with very comfortable bed, generous space, lovely shower and luxurious touches. It felt more like a hotel than a lodge. The rooms are scattered throughout the grounds so you feel you have a very private space of your own, away from the main reception and dining areas. WiFi doesn't stretch as far as the bedrooms and is only available in the main areas. And our AC unit kept switching itself off in the night (was possibly on a timer which we couldn't work out) and in March you certainly need it. These are minor criticisms and overall we had a lovely stay.
We didn't book any activities at the lodge and instead did 2 self-drives into Etosha. Despite lush vegetation and meadow-like flowers carpeting the ground (wonderful to see Etosha in the green season), we saw plenty of plains game in huge numbers, especially young and breeding herds and March was a great time of year for birds." See all these reviews: 11n in Namibia; 5n in Botswana; 2n in Zimbabwe
Elephant
10 sightings
Giraffe
10 sightings
Oryx
5 sightings
Wildebeest
10 sightings
Zebra
10 sightings
"Mushara Lodge review"
Great location for access to Eastern Etosha" See all these reviews: 13n in Namibia
Cheetah
1 sighting
Elephant
1 sighting
Giraffe
10 sightings
Leopard
1 sighting
Lion
1 sighting
Oryx
4 sightings
White Rhino
1 sighting
Wildebeest
10 sightings
Zebra
10 sightings
"Mushara Lodge review"
I liked the airy feel about it." See all these reviews: 16n in Namibia
"Mushara Lodge review"
We were also privileged to see a Small Spotted Genet make an appearance going out to hunt both evenings at dinner and a Honey Badger strolled across the parking area the morning we left.
The food was lovely and the coffee very good!
We mainly went into Etosha by ourselves but we did one game drive with the lodge and it was excellent, we saw a huge herd of elephants and two black rhino as well as antelope and spotted Hyena. Our driver was knowledgeable and she gave me plenty of time to photograph. We saw so many elephants and giraffe and just needed to sit a few minutes at a waterhole and wait for the animals to arrive.
The rooms are large, calm spaces with everything you need." See all these reviews: 7n in Namibia; 5n in Botswana
Black Rhino
1 sighting
Elephant
10 sightings
Giraffe
10 sightings
Oryx
1 sighting
Roan antelope
2 sightings
Sable antelope
2 sightings
Spotted Hyena
2 sightings
Wildebeest
1 sighting
Zebra
4 sightings
"Mushara Lodge review"
Very nice indeed." See all these reviews: 25n in Namibia; 5n in South Africa
Elephant
10 sightings
Giraffe
10 sightings
Lion
4 sightings
Oryx
10 sightings
Wildebeest
10 sightings
Zebra
10 sightings
"Mushara Lodge review"
Very comfortable, good game drives, lovely pool after, charming dining." See all these reviews: 24n in Namibia
Eland
Multiple sightings
Elephant
Multiple sightings
Giraffe
Multiple sightings
Leopard
1 sighting
Lion
Multiple sightings
Oryx
Multiple sightings
Wildebeest
Multiple sightings
Zebra
Multiple sightings
"Mushara Lodge review"
Large thatched cottage with Beaevery amenity. Extremely comfortable beds, complete with mosquito nets. Large open plan bathroom area with enclosed shower and plenty of hot water.
Large lawned area with trees, dotted with sunbeds and chairs surrounding a large pool in which to cool down.
Dinner served under the stars in the evening. The menu was displayed in the bar beforehand.
Breakfast was buffet style with the usual either continental or cooked as required.
Pet warthogs roamed the grounds." See all these reviews: 13n in Namibia
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Service is also just amazing. The staff work very hard to ensure our experience was positive. I loved the evening braai under the stars, which they began setting up about three hours before dinner. My thanks to them for this memorable experience!
We ate two lunches here as well as two breakfasts and two dinners. Across the board, the food was delicious and beautifully presented.
We went on one game drive with Mushara staff and had a great time." See all these reviews: 14n in Namibia
Cheetah
1 sighting
Elephant
2 sightings
Giraffe
3 sightings
Leopard
1 sighting
Lion
1 sighting
Oryx
3 sightings
Spotted Hyena
1 sighting
White Rhino
1 sighting
Wildebeest
2 sightings
Zebra
3 sightings
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Other lodges in Etosha National Park
Alternative places to stay in this same area.
Okaukuejo Camp
Set within Etosha National Park, Okaukuejo Resort is a large camp with a productive, floodlit waterhole.
Halali Camp
The smallest of Etosha's erstwhile restcamps, overlooking its own floodlit waterhole, Halali has a superb location near the centre of Etosha Pan.
Mushara Bush Camp
The family-friendly Mushara Bush Camp offers great value and is an excellent base from which to explore Etosha National Park.
Ongava Lodge
With fantastic views over a private reserve bordering Etosha, the smart Ongava Lodge offers driving and walking safaris on the reserve, and guided drives in Etosha.
Ongava Tented Camp
Set around a waterhole on a private reserve, the small Ongava Tented Camp combines understated comfort with activities that include walks and night drives.
Onguma Tented Camp
Onguma Tented Camp is a lovely, little tented camp which centres around an attractive waterhole a short drive from the Von Lindequist Gate to eastern Etosha.
Dolomite Camp
Opened in 2011, Dolomite Camp allows visitors access to the far west side of Etosha National Park, which was previously off limits to most visitors.
Onguma Bush Camp
For great wildlife viewing without breaking the bank, the affordable and understated luxury of Onguma Bush Camp could be perfect.
Namutoni Camp
Centred on an old fort, the government run Namutoni Camp is located just inside Etosha National Park, close to Fisher's Pan.
Hobatere Lodge
To the west of Etosha National Park, on the edge of Damaraland, Hobatere Lodge offers good game-viewing on its own reserve.
Mushara Outpost
Intimate and luxurious, Mushara Outpost is well-placed on a private reserve to explore nearby Etosha National Park on your own or on a guided drive.
Safarihoek Lodge
At the heart of the private Etosha Heights Reserve, Safarihoek Lodge offers comfortable accommodation and excellent game-viewing.
Onguma The Fort
The Fort is the jewel in the crown of the Onguma lodges, and arguably the whole of eastern Etosha.
Onguma Camp Kala
For a bird’s eye view across African bush, the stilted rooms at Onguma Camp Kala are truly special.
Onguma Forest Camp
From its woodland setting on the Onguma Reserve, Forest Camp is within easy striking distance of Namibia’s flagship national park.
Etosha Safari Lodge
A short drive from Etosha National Park's southern entrance, Etosha Safari Lodge is a convenient base from which to explore the park.
Little Ongava
The beautifully located and luxurious Little Ongava is a stunning place to stay in order to explore Etosha National Park and the private Ongava Reserve.
Taleni Etosha Village
Only 4km from Etosha's southern entrance, Taleni Etosha Village is an affordable base from which to explore the park.
Etosha Safari Camp
Funky, low-key and very original, Etosha Safari Camp is well placed for visiting Etosha National Park on a self-drive or guided safari.
Andersson's at Ongava
With game drives on both its private reserve and in Etosha, Andersson's at Ongava also offers access to the Ongava Research Centre.
Mountain Lodge
In the heart of the private Etosha Heights Reserve, the family-friendly Mountain Lodge offers game drives and bush walks within an exclusive environment.
Mokuti Etosha Lodge
With 106 rooms, child-friendly Mokuti Etosha Lodge is more like a hotel than a lodge. Facilities to include a gym, spa, tennis courts and even a snake park.
Etosha Oberland Lodge
A short drive from Etosha National Park's southern entrance, Etosha Oberland Lodge is a very comfortable base from which to explore the park, with excellent food.
Vreugde Guest Farm
Vreugde Guest Farm is a delightful owner-run and working sheep farm where you can expect a warm welcome and charming hospitality.
Villa Mushara
Offering luxury on a peaceful private reserve close to Etosha, Villa Mushara is a great choice for honeymooners & those wishing to indulge themselves.
Etosha King Nehale
A short drive from the national park's northern entrance, Etosha King Nehale Lodge is an interesting and comfortable base from which to explore the park.
Safari House
The private Safari House on the Etosha Heights reserve is a great option families or friends travelling together.
Toshari Lodge
Smart and professionally run, the hotel-style Toshari Lodge is well-placed for self-driving in Etosha National Park.
Onkoshi Camp
Onkoshi Camp is owned and run by Namibia Wildlife Resorts. Built on elevated wooden platforms it overlooks Etosha Pan.
