Reviews of Barkhan Dune Retreat
Wildlife sightings and reviews
40 independent comments and wildlife information from our travellers who have visited Barkhan Dune Retreat and kindly agreed to share their thoughts. They do not necessarily represent the views of Expert Africa
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"Barchan Dune Retreat review"
Hidden in the natural landscapes - the rooms were large and clean albeit could do with a little bit of modernising.
Our hosts thought of everything - from the nibbles, cheese and wine as we watched the sunset, to the fresh coffee delivered to our room in the morning, the lovely afternoon tea comprising of freshly baked muffins, coffee and juice and then of course the beer / wine as we went on our sundowner drive.
Not a lot to do around the area but definately worth popping in to see the Meerkats and to enjoy the wonderful hospitality, food and wine" See all these reviews: 20n in Namibia; 5n in Mozambique; 4n in Zimbabwe; 2n in South Africa; 2n in Botswana
"Barchan Dune Retreat review"
"Amazing retreat, great hospitality"
Spacious rooms, nicely appointed, very unusual setting, great views out over the farm towards the Spreetshoogte Pass. Barchan Dune retreat is totally solar powered. Willem was a very generous host, and dined with us, entertaining us with stories and responding to our many questions. We enjoyed a sumptuous meal of game, which he ducked out to the kitchen to cook himself. Breakfast the next morning was equally good.
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here." See all these reviews: 19n in Namibia; 5n in South Africa; 3n in Botswana; 2n in Zambia
"Magical place to stay"
A delicious home cooked evening meal is eaten round a large table with other guests and Willem and Hannetjie who make everybody very welcome and ensure a relaxed and enjoyable evening. Its like staying with friends who want to spoil you!" See all these reviews: 13n in Namibia
"Barchan Dune Retreat review"
Hannetjie and Willem are fantastic hosts and make you feel at home instantly." See all these reviews: 11n in Namibia
"Peaceful retreat in the unique Barchan Dune"
The hosts, Hannetje and Willem were extremely hospitable. The dinner party atmosphere allowed for interesting discussions while eating good food and drinking fine wines. The afternoon tea and scrumptious cakes served on our own terrace overlooking the peacful valley were memorable.
The walking trail was only short but then we continued up the mountain which was pathless and challenging. We were accompanied by the six month old dog Cocoa, who we did manage to wear out!
The game drive was interesting but not as informative as some. However it was accompanied by the best sunset we saw." See all these reviews: 7n in Namibia
"Meerkat delight."
Service of the highest order and thoughtful.
Unique rooms with stunning views much enjoyed." See all these reviews: 21n in Namibia
"Barchan Dune Retreat review"
"Geat stay, unfortunately for just one night."
Excelent hosts !!!!
Want to return there.
Higly recomendable for those who like remote places
Unfortunately it was just one night!!!!!" See all these reviews: 3n in Namibia; 3n in Botswana; 3n in South Africa; 1n in Zambia
"Barchan Dune Retreat review"
The walking here is fabulous and as was the welcome. Dinner was dinner party style and great fun. Little attentions to detail were really appreciated - I made a passing comment that a beer for lunch would be lovely and at lunchtime, it duly appeared, no further prompting.
Coffee left on our individual terraces at dawn was extremely special and most so on our last monring in Namibia as we watched sunrise and realised sadly we were on our way home. The two meerkats captured our hearts too - real characters, they came on a walk with us." See all these reviews: 14n in Namibia
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