Travel reviews by Family V from Belgium

"We arrived at Okonjima Plains Camp straight from the plane and were overwhelmed by the view from our rooms as well as from the main lodge. We spent the first afternoon just gazing at the animals passing in front of the room and had our first sundowners right there.

The next day we went on the cheetah- and the leopard tracking drive with Peter and were again overwhelmed by the wildlife we saw, including a leopard at the end of the drive.

Food was great and evening atmosphere around the fireplace on the terrace was memorable.

On the second morning I had a run towards the Bush Camp and was accompanied by four giraffes!!!"

"We had great expectations but were somewhat disappointed. Staff was disinterested, (unnecessary) queues at the reception, morning drive for next day fully booked (not a problem as we had our own car, but in general not nice if you have only one day).

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."

"Rooms very basic, dark and small; no (or hardly any) view, with tiny barred windows.

Facilities nicer, with pleasant restaurant, terrace and bar.

Water hole impressive.

Altogether a nice set-up but still comparatively expensive for what you get."

"What a wonderful, heartwarming and pleasant retreat this was.

Such friendly and helpful staff, very relaxed and laid back atmosphere, lovely chalets, small scale luxury (but not exaggerated).

Delicious food and beautiful surroundings.

Highly recommended."

"Glad we didn't have to stay at the Lodge itself, which seemed (over-)crowded, noisy, with 2 small pools and rooms/chalets with hardly any privacy. The restaurant however looked nice (the snackbar didn't, and was very expensive).

We immediately took off on our "under canvas sleep-out"-trip with our friendly guide and his assistant : a wonderful experience that started with a wonderful sundowner in the middle of the savannah and continued with a deliciously cooked dinner under the stars at a perfectly set table perched between our tents (ready made on arrival).

Tents had everything, from nice bed-linen to mosquito repellent, soap bars etc. and even little canvas hot water basins at which you could wash yourself in the morning: this is glamping!! We all loved it."

"What a surprise to find this beautiful pearl of a Lodge in these stunning surroundings.

Lovely private luxurious chalets, beautifully decorated inside - pity we only had one day. The (2) swimming pools are stunning, as are the views basically from everywhere.

The Eagle's Nest up the mountain is a must for a sundowner and preferably for dinner too, with glorious 360' views, all in all very romantic. Book ahead 'cause there's only a few tables."

"What a magic appearance, this little pearl hidden between the boulders!

Beautifully laid out and set up and tastefully decorated place with friendly and helpful staff and delicious food.

Fairy-tale-like and beautifully lit boulders (at night) surrounding the cabins.

The pool is one of the most stunning, original and special pools I've ever seen."

"Clean, nice, big bright rooms. View not very interesting but balconies make up for it.

Definitely the best breakfasts in Namibia or at least of our entire trip.

Good location, a bit boring but within easy walking distance from wherever you want to go in Swakop."

"Beautiful comfortable terrace (and restaurant behind) with lounge chairs etc. overlooking the desert.

Cabins / chalets equally lovely with very nice private veranda/terraces in front with the same beautiful views over the desert.

Professional guides, friendly staff - well-organized."