Reviews of BullsPort Lodge & Farm
Wildlife sightings and reviews
198 independent comments and wildlife information from our travellers who have visited BullsPort Lodge & Farm and kindly agreed to share their thoughts. They do not necessarily represent the views of Expert Africa
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"Bullsport Guest Farm review"
Excursion to Quiver Tree Gorge with Ernst as guide was brilliant , lots of mountain zebras, kudu, babboons etc.
Also really good walks self guided around the farm and chance to enjoy the lovely location and scenery.
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay and was an excellent introduction to Namibia." See all these reviews: 14n in Namibia
"Bullsport Guest Farm review"
Spotting mountain zebra on morning walk was highlight." See all these reviews: 15n in Namibia
"Surprised"
We followed detailed maps on various walks around the premises. Word of warning - we are very fit and thought that a 6 hour walk would mean 4 - 5. Well, we were wrong. In the heat this is quite another thing. Saw some animals and lush greenery hidden on the long trail.
Food was fantastic and great to eat with the other guests. Spent some time by the pool, but too cold to swim. Breakfast was basic, but nice. I loved our hosts getting immersed in their story telling at night. These are people who live and breathe Namibia and it shows. Rooms was great once again. Large, airy, modern decor.
All in all a wonderful experience." See all these reviews: 11n in Namibia
"Bullsport Guest Farm review"
Owners run a huge farm which must be challenging so they do well to cope with questions from European 'townies'.
There is quite a lot of wildlife round the guest house and we were disappointed that we were unable to take advantage of the larger hikes into the mountains." See all these reviews: 13n in Namibia
"Bullsport Guest Farm review"
For me, Bullsport only has an interest as a stopover point. I thought the owner of Bullsport wasn't all that friendly, whereas I'd read somewhere that the welcome there was wonderful!" See all these reviews: 14n in Namibia
"Bullsport Guest Farm review"
There are a series of walking trails from the farm and we did several of these, the best being the circular walk through the Quiver Tree gorge which was stunning. Trails were of varying lengths and well marked from the farm." See all these reviews: 16n in Namibia
"Sorry not to have stayed longer"
Our "luxury" room was spacious and bright, with a big bathroom, good shower, and separate toilet. There were eight of us sitting down for dinner around the large farmhouse table, our friendly host Ernst Sauber, three of his family and staff, two other guests, and ourselves, the only two with English as their first language. Despite that, we were never left out of the conversation, and indeed, hearing what our fellow guests had done during their two-night stay, we decided to take a trip next morning to a rock-arch in the mountains.
So after a hearty breakfast we set off with our guide, David, in an open-sded 4x4, well wrapped up in hat, fleece and gloves. After a short drive along the road he headed for the hills up a steep twisting stoney track. Along the way David pointed out mountain zebra and stopped to show us various plants and bushes, explaining their nutritional and medicinal properties. Stopping at the top, we were led along a "zebra trail" down into a gorge from which there was a short scramble to the impressive rock-arch. The drive back down the mountain was, let's say, exhilarating, and we were in awe at David's off-road driving skills as well as his knowledge of the plants and animals.
We wished we had stopped another day to do more walking in the mountains, and would certainly recommend Bullsport, not just as a stopover on the way to Sesriem, but as a destination in its own right." See all these reviews: 13n in Namibia
"New and nice rooms but rather unpersonal host"
the food, especially the dinner is very tasty.
the owners were somewhat reserved. we expexted them to be open and communicative since the guests do have dinner with them. however, we could not really get into contact with them. when the owner didnt even come out of the office to personally say goodbye to us although we were standing next to him it wasnt very polite in our view. it almost seemed to us that they had a problem that we only stayed one night at their camp." See all these reviews: 11n in Namibia
"An excellent well run guest farm"
"Greak Hiking at Bullsport"
The food was delicious, breakfast definitely set you up for a day of hiking, the packed lunch more than I'd ever expected and wonderful home cooked dinners.
Unfortunately as there were other German speaking guests on the first night, the conversation was almost all in German. This was disappointing as we were hoping to spend time talking to our hosts, learn more about the farm and get a locals view on Namibia. We were lucky enough to get this opportunity on the second night." See all these reviews: 15n in Namibia
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