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Namutoni

Our rating

7/10

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Highlights

- National Park Lodge
- springboard for Eastern Etosha
- Guided night drives available
- Views of busy waterhole

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Overview

The government owned Namutoni rest camp, has a prime location on the eastern side of the Etosha National Park near the von Lindequist gate. What was an old white washed German fort was redesigned in the late 50’s. It has two restaurants, lounge area, swimming pool, curio shop, bar, petrol station and the prime attraction of the floodlit King Nehale waterhole which attracts some wonderful birdlife including flamingos and in the evening some nocturnal animals.

There are only 44 ensuite rooms at Namutoni with fridges and tea/coffee making facilities. 20 of these rooms are spacious bush chalets with private outdoor relaxation areas and outdoor showers. The 24 ensuite double rooms, have front and rear private outside areas.

Optional guided morning and afternoon game drives are available. In addition to this guided night drives and walks and visits to the historical fort. This property offers good value in a prime location, which is a good choice for self-drivers and a chance to see animals in close proximity at the waterhole.

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  • I was also just about to email you to thank you and the team for arranging yet again, another wonderful experience.

    Mount Kenya was spectacular and wild - I think I prefer it to Kili in many ways. The entire support team was professional, friendly and all round fantastic in making sure that we were safe, well fed and well looked after. In particular, we would commend Peter the guide as well as Paul one of the porters who doubled-up as his deputy on summit day. Our route was often shrouded in mist and rain that rapidly gathered in the valleys and moorlands, and we were very impressed at how Peter managed to navigate us safely through all of that notwithstanding. In addition, we loved learning about the history of Mount Kenya from him in the evenings. And ofcourse, I was blown away by the lovely birthday surprise at the end complete with balloons and a delicious cake that had journeyed with us from day 1. One thing we might recommend because of the sudden change in weather (it would sometimes get extremely cold and wet) is for the equipment list to be a little bit more detailed in terms of its recommendations e.g. layers to be moisture-wicking, walking boots be waterproof, doubling up on socks to avoid blisters etc.

    El Karama is a beautiful conservancy and the lodge a true labour of love. Great hospitality in a relaxed environment. Delicious, fresh food. We enjoyed the drives, even if we didn't see much wildlife as the heavens opened on us for the last two outings. However, since it was very much geared towards families, I am not sure if I would stay again without kids. That said, I think it was perfect for a 3d/2n stay post mountain, and a much better choice than flying to the masai mara given the limited time we had.

    Our transits were smooth. Samuel the driver was always on time, drove safely and kept the vehicle clean.

    So it was a brilliant experience and one which I certainly will cherish for some time to come. It was great to work with you for a third time, and I certainly hope it won't be the last

    MissingJuhae C reviewing Mount Kenya Sirimon Naro Moru Trek on 01 March 2024

  • Thank you, we had an absolute wonderful time, and everything was well-planned and as described. Carla was crying on the day of our departure from Ants Nest, she didn’t want to go home and for it all to end, and when I asked how much longer she would want to stay, she responded “four weeks”

    MissingLars B reviewing Best of South Africa for Families on 01 March 2024

  • We had the most amazing time. It exceeded all my hopes of what the trip would be. The guides, the hotels - everything was of such a wonderful quality. Thank you for organizing everything. I will absolutely recommend Tourdust and use you again.

    MissingClaudia L reviewing Luxury Desert Holiday on 11 January 2024

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