Reviews of safaris to Southern Namibia
436 holiday reviews from our travellers of holidays which include Southern Namibia.
Mr & Mrs H
Yorkshire
"My Oct 2024 trip"
I visited Namibia between 20 Oct 2024 and 9 Nov 2024
"It was a spectacular trip and we cannot wait to return. Expect Africa did an incredible job.
We stayed in a variety of accommodations and Expert Africa prepared us for each one - we knew what to expect and how to get there.
It was a wonderful trip." Read full review: 20 nights in Africa; 19 on a Namibia trip
We stayed in a variety of accommodations and Expert Africa prepared us for each one - we knew what to expect and how to get there.
It was a wonderful trip." Read full review: 20 nights in Africa; 19 on a Namibia trip
Overall trip
Excellent
Smiths
cheshire
"My Oct 2024 trip"
I visited Namibia between 13 Oct 2024 and 28 Oct 2024
"A wonderful adventure holiday although it felt very safe because we had confidence in the car hire and all the information we received.
The lodges were all fantastic. The scenery is a landscape photographer’s dream. People we came across were all very friendly, helpful and happy to see us.
The food was much better than we had anticipated. Animals were very plentiful - I even saw a honey badger!
The lodge game drives were all really excellent with good, very knowledgeable guides.
All in all, a terrific experience and we will recommend Expert Africa to all." Read full review: 15 nights in Africa; 14 on a Namibia trip
The lodges were all fantastic. The scenery is a landscape photographer’s dream. People we came across were all very friendly, helpful and happy to see us.
The food was much better than we had anticipated. Animals were very plentiful - I even saw a honey badger!
The lodge game drives were all really excellent with good, very knowledgeable guides.
All in all, a terrific experience and we will recommend Expert Africa to all." Read full review: 15 nights in Africa; 14 on a Namibia trip
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr & Mrs J.
Chester
"My Sep 2024 trip"
I visited Namibia between 21 Sep 2024 and 8 Oct 2024
"Apart from my disappointments about Safarihoek this was another fantastic trip to this magical country.
As ever Expert Africa went above and beyond.
Anderssons was the highlight but other lodges were great too.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
No. Keep doing what you are doing" Read full review: 17 nights in Africa; 16 on a Namibia trip
As ever Expert Africa went above and beyond.
Anderssons was the highlight but other lodges were great too.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
No. Keep doing what you are doing" Read full review: 17 nights in Africa; 16 on a Namibia trip
Overall trip
Excellent
R&E
London
"My Sep 2024 trip"
I visited Namibia between 16 Sep 2024 and 29 Sep 2024
"Incredible trip and experience, thank you so much Sabina"
Read full review: 13 nights in Africa; 13 on a Namibia trip
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr & Mrs P
Reading
"My Sep 2024 trip"
I visited Namibia between 6 Sep 2024 and 30 Sep 2024
"We thoroughly enjoyed our trip with great scenery. We stayed in so many different places and had positive experiences at them all. The holiday was a great mix and the walking gave us time to take it all at a slower pace. We saw more wildlife than we expected. The guides and the staff were all passionate about Namibia and very helpful and friendly.
The driving was very easy.
Anything we would have changed? Probably an overnight stop somewhere after Tok Tokkie and then the last 2 nights at Otjimbondona as it was a very long drive after finishing the morning walking." Read full review: 24 nights in Africa; 23 on a Namibia trip
The driving was very easy.
Anything we would have changed? Probably an overnight stop somewhere after Tok Tokkie and then the last 2 nights at Otjimbondona as it was a very long drive after finishing the morning walking." Read full review: 24 nights in Africa; 23 on a Namibia trip
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr & Mrs B
Wraysbury
"My Sep 2024 trip"
I visited Namibia between 2 Sep 2024 and 26 Sep 2024
"What can we say! We had no idea what to expect from Africa or a safari and this trip and all the animals, accommodation, scenery, food and people far exceeded our expectations.
The same could not be said of the roads, though, most of the non-tarred ones were much worse than we expected. It was a very good place to get what they call a "Namibian massage" as we bumped along in our all-wheel drive Nissan X-Trail.
Beware, food portions are very big, like in the US! The quality of the food is superb, especially the beef, so tender.
We were apprehensive that we were staying in tents at some of the places - but they were nothing like what we expected the tent to be. They were really big and solid and felt safe (our main concern), plus all except Kanaan Desert Retreat had amazing facilities and amenities in them. Beds everywhere were really comfortable too.
We can truly say this amazing holiday was one of if not the best we have ever had, so glad we did not do a group trip." Read full review: 24 nights in Africa; 22 on a Namibia trip
The same could not be said of the roads, though, most of the non-tarred ones were much worse than we expected. It was a very good place to get what they call a "Namibian massage" as we bumped along in our all-wheel drive Nissan X-Trail.
Beware, food portions are very big, like in the US! The quality of the food is superb, especially the beef, so tender.
We were apprehensive that we were staying in tents at some of the places - but they were nothing like what we expected the tent to be. They were really big and solid and felt safe (our main concern), plus all except Kanaan Desert Retreat had amazing facilities and amenities in them. Beds everywhere were really comfortable too.
We can truly say this amazing holiday was one of if not the best we have ever had, so glad we did not do a group trip." Read full review: 24 nights in Africa; 22 on a Namibia trip
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr & Mrs H
Leicester
"My Sept 2024 trip"
I visited Namibia and 2 other countries between 2 Sep 2024 and 2 Oct 2024
"We were expecting great things and I had built the vision of “holiday of a lifetime”. We were not disappointed! We both agreed that this was the best holiday either of us had ever had and almost every day exceeded expectations. The itinerary was spot-on, the accommodation excellent, and occasionally mind-blowing, the scenery spectacular and ever-changing and our few excursions thoroughly enjoyable. To then add the value for money when eating and drinking and fuel prices a third lower than here in UK, our additional spend was well under budget! I hope we remain healthy enough to experience another trip such as this."
Read full review: 30 nights in Africa; 22 on a Namibia trip
Overall trip
Excellent
P and J
SF
"My Aug 2024 trip"
I visited Namibia and 1 other country between 28 Aug 2024 and 22 Sep 2024
"This was an epic trip. We both agree it was the best we have ever taken. Maruska was so helpful with first designing it and then with questions we had along the way. She even helped with getting us tickets to Robbens Island when it was sold out!
At times it felt like too much driving but I wouldn't have wanted to cut out anything. Probably just added more time. I really liked that we were in Swakopmund in the middle of the trip to have some city time between lodges. Also having stays at two different ends of Etosha with a drive through the middle. The lodges were all so wonderful and fun. Also being met at the airport before and at the end by Wilderness Safaris was so helpful. They waited in line for sim cards while we did rental car. Got us on our way quicker.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
Not really. You did say somewhere that the shortest route is not always the fastest. We wish we had listened as we followed our cars GPS on first day and ended up hours behind schedule and at the start of darkness. Warned not to drive after dark so that was stressful on our first day.
We felt we had lots of info." Read full review: 25 nights in Africa; 19 on a Namibia trip
At times it felt like too much driving but I wouldn't have wanted to cut out anything. Probably just added more time. I really liked that we were in Swakopmund in the middle of the trip to have some city time between lodges. Also having stays at two different ends of Etosha with a drive through the middle. The lodges were all so wonderful and fun. Also being met at the airport before and at the end by Wilderness Safaris was so helpful. They waited in line for sim cards while we did rental car. Got us on our way quicker.
Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:
Not really. You did say somewhere that the shortest route is not always the fastest. We wish we had listened as we followed our cars GPS on first day and ended up hours behind schedule and at the start of darkness. Warned not to drive after dark so that was stressful on our first day.
We felt we had lots of info." Read full review: 25 nights in Africa; 19 on a Namibia trip
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr & Mrs H
Victoria
"My Aug 2024 trip"
I visited Namibia and 1 other country between 28 Aug 2024 and 22 Sep 2024
"This was an amazing holiday, we enjoyed every minute of it. Thanks to Sabina for all her expertise, organisation and suggestions.
Disappointing not to see apex predators, should have gone on more guided drives." Read full review: 25 nights in Africa; 19 on a Namibia trip
Disappointing not to see apex predators, should have gone on more guided drives." Read full review: 25 nights in Africa; 19 on a Namibia trip
Overall trip
Excellent
S Family
Cardiff
"My Namibia August 2024 trip"
I visited Namibia between 17 Aug 2024 and 2 Sep 2024
"We enjoyed a superb family holiday in Namibia.
Self-driving was easier than we expected and the views were stunning - the drive over Spreetshoogte Pass our favourite. Although the drives were long the scenery was rarely less than spectacular and there were numerous wildlife sightings along the way. The short flights from Doro Nawas to Hoanib and from the coast back to Hoanib offered wonderful views too.
We felt that we spent the right amount of time in each place and the itinerary that Claire had put together allowed us to see the highlights of the country." Read full review: 16 nights in Africa; 14 on a Namibia trip
Self-driving was easier than we expected and the views were stunning - the drive over Spreetshoogte Pass our favourite. Although the drives were long the scenery was rarely less than spectacular and there were numerous wildlife sightings along the way. The short flights from Doro Nawas to Hoanib and from the coast back to Hoanib offered wonderful views too.
We felt that we spent the right amount of time in each place and the itinerary that Claire had put together allowed us to see the highlights of the country." Read full review: 16 nights in Africa; 14 on a Namibia trip
Overall trip
Excellent
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Our suggestions for safari camps in Southern Namibia
Bagatelle Game Ranch
Bagatelle is a welcoming guest farm in the Kalahari. Visit as a stopover heading south or to enjoy the photogenic red dunes and varied wildlife.
Eningu Clayhouse
Scarcely an hour from Windhoek airport, Eningu is an artistic place to unwind amid the vast silence of the Kalahari.
Central Lodge
Central Lodge offers clean, fresh and comfortable accommodation surrounded by a well-kept garden in the centre of Keetmanshoop.
Kalahari Red Dunes
A good stop between Windhoek and Fish River Canyon, Kalahari Red Dunes is set around a dry lake on a private reserve, with excellent walking opportunities.
Kalahari Anib Lodge
Kalahari Anib Lodge is a comfortable stop between Windhoek and Fish River Canyon. Expect stunning Kalahari scenery, two swimming pools and lots of space.
Dabis Guest Farm
For good farm hospitality, wholesome cooking and an interesting farm drive, Dabis makes a great stop en-route from Lüderitz to the Sesriem area.
Kalahari Bush Breaks
Kalahari Bush Breaks, situated on the edge of the Kalahari Desert, is a perfect stop-over whilst driving between Namibia and Botswana.
Hotel Helmeringhausen
Hotel Helmeringhausen is a unique hotel in the heart of southern Namibia's farming district and makes a good stopover option.
Namtib Desert Lodge
A charming owner run lodge, located off the scenic D707, Namtib Desert Lodge is a convenient stop en route from the south to Sossusvlei.
Kanaan Desert Retreat
The tented Kanaan Desert Retreat offers a range of activities against the beautiful backdrop of the Namib Desert.
Otjimbondona
Otjimbondona Kalahari is a luxurious, peaceful and relaxing lodge conveniently located close to Windhoek's International Airport.
Kalahari Farmhouse
Kalahari Farmhouse, located in Stampriet has comfortable chalets in the gardens of an old farmhouse.
