Reviews of Namutoni Camp
Wildlife sightings and reviews
90 independent comments and wildlife information from our travellers who have visited Namutoni Camp and kindly agreed to share their thoughts. They do not necessarily represent the views of Expert Africa
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"Fort abandoned"
Namutoni is well positioned to see a good number of permanent waterhole." See all these reviews: 9n in Namibia; 6n in Botswana
"Namutoni Camp review"
Room/cabins although very nice inside, had only a cramped little outside terrace and no view at all. Restaurant as well as food were disappointing.
The fort itself is abandoned except for a little souvenir shop in the corner: no bar or restaurant in sight contrary to what was advertised.
Next time better to take a nice lodge outside the park, which wouldn't cost more, even if that means getting up earlier 'cause you're not allowed in the park until after sunrise." See all these reviews: 12n in Namibia
"Namutoni Camp review"
The nearest good water-hole was Klein Namutoni and we found the best plan was to go there and watch in the evenings until 7 minutes before the Namutoni gates closed and then dash back!" See all these reviews: 15n in Namibia
"Namutoni Camp review"
the maintenance of plumbing, electricity and furnishings is also strained. The facilities are disappointing as we expected the old fort to be impressive, Instead it is run down and mostly shut off to any exploring.
The generators are shut off for 2 hours in the afternoon, making AC nonexistent in the worst heat of the day (42C at times we were there). But even worse, it means the shop has to process every transaction by hand during those hours so a long line rapidly forms for guests trying to buy ice creams and soda from rapidly warming and understocked coolers." See all these reviews: 27n in Namibia
"great water hole"
"Namutoni Camp review"
the wildlife around waterholes was superb & access to eastern side of etosha was great
air con in rooms a major bonus" See all these reviews: 9n in Namibia; 2n in Botswana; 2n in Zambia
"Namutomi Camp slightly better"
Room: these have been revamped since our last visit. Our room was large, clean and the beds comfy.
Food: This was somewhat better than the rest, starters were refilled quickly and although it was the same menu, i.e. mixed veg, mashed potatoes, rice, they were of far better quality than the other NWL camps in Etosha.
Waterhole: small with few animals." See all these reviews: 26n in Namibia
"Namutoni ok for a single night"
Camp busy and watehole experience not too good with a number of thoughtless trippers." See all these reviews: 12n in Namibia
"New chalets at Namutoni are excellent"
The dining and bar area is very attractive and comfortable with friendly, helpful staff (our waitress Heleni was particularly friendly) and the food choice and quality was very good. The reception staff were also very helpful making contact with Bidvest when we had a puncture.
Walkways around the chalet area were well lit although getting broken where cars are driving over them. The fort tower was open and gave good views and sunset but the remainder of the viewing platform remains closed because of its condition.
The water hole is non-existent although with a covered viewing area." See all these reviews: 12n in Namibia; 6n in Botswana
"Hyena at dusk"
A geat improvement with the paths concreted so now there are no loose boards and it is much quieter walking to the waterhole which was as quiet and empty as ever.
Some good game viewing at waterholes at this end of the park - often on our own as fewer people around.
The room was lovely however maintenance poor - one shower head badly corroded - it wouldn't take much to either replace or remove it." See all these reviews: 13n in Namibia; 3n in Botswana
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