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Philippa
AU
Visited:
June 2025
Reviewed: Jul 12, 2025
Email Philippa | 65+ years of age | Experience level: first safari
A Safari to Remember
The lodges were luxurious yet welcoming, providing the perfect balance of comfort and charm. Every meal was a culinary delight, and sharing it all with such wonderful travel companions only made the adventure more special. I was also pleasantly surprised by the weather — much milder than I anticipated, which made the excursions even more enjoyable. Especially lucky, it seems, as the dunes were reportedly ice-capped just days after our visit!
A huge thank you to everyone involved in organizing this unforgettable journey. Special mention to Christelle from Gondwana Tours & Safaris, who was an absolute pleasure to deal with throughout. She was always ready to
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answer any questions, and her helpful, attentive nature made planning the trip seamless.It was an experience I’ll treasure for a lifetime.
Suzie & Felicity
AU
Visited:
May 2025
Reviewed: Jul 2, 2025
Email Suzie & Felicity | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Breathtaking Natural Beauty!
We took a 15 day driving tour from Windhoek and returned to Windhoek. We felt safe at all times, the service throughout the country was incredibly good!
See the Quiver Trees and Giants Playground, take your time and you might see some Hyrax (Daddies) - very cute.
I recommend skipping Ais Ais unless Gondwana have purchased it - very disappointing.
Luderitz is cute and the Nest Hotel is lovely - we had a room looking over the water - nicely placed.
Swakopmund is cute too - one night only tho, not much to see - we drove back to Walvis Bay for a seal cruise - was lovely but staying 2 nights in Swakopmund took a night away from Camp Kipwe - and that was very bad planning - Kipwe is incredible and deserves a minimum of 2 nights.
Etosha is great but we were not looking for Game, so although I found some fabulous Meerkats at the lodge - I would rather have stayed 2 nights at Otjiwa.
Joseph McKenna
CA
Visited:
May 2025
Reviewed: Jun 19, 2025
Email Joseph McKenna | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Namibia is a destination that you will want to return to again and again.
We recently had the pleasure of spending a 2 week self-driving holiday in Namibia. We did a 1800km clockwise loop that included the desert parks of the Namib desert, stops in Walvis Bay and Swakopmund, up the Skeleton ghost to the hiking and famed wildlife parks. The trip exceeded our expectations in Namibia's beauty and ease of travel. In addition to the world class parks of outstanding beauty and excellent wildlife viewing, we experienced the warmth and friendliness of the Namibian people. Wherever we went, we were greeted with smiles, and strangers that were willing to help.
Another surprise was the hiking options that were present in lots of the areas we visited. Etendeka hikes and camps were a real highlight, with the night skies being an unforgettable experience.
We are already counting the days until we return again to this fantastic country.
Bilge
GB
Visited:
May 2025
Reviewed: Jun 18, 2025
Email Bilge | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
wilderness
We recently visited Etosha National Park and the Namibian Desert, staying at the beautiful Gondwana Collection resorts. I left the travel arrangements to the last minute, but thankfully, Terry was incredibly helpful—she managed to organize the entire itinerary in record time!
Despite only having 6 days, we packed in so many unforgettable experiences. It was a bit rushed, but absolutely worth it. Etosha was teeming with wildlife, and the Namib Desert felt like something from another world—truly magical.
We traveled in May, which turned out to be the perfect time: the weather was warm but not too hot, making it ideal for exploring. Honestly, it’s one of the most amazing places I’ve ever been.
Ajay
Beautiful landscapes
Wonderful people and a beautiful country. Would love to go back.
Han & April
SG
Visited:
April 2025
Reviewed: Jun 3, 2025
Email Han & April | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Surreal and super safe place for first-time roadtrippers in Africa :)
All our friends and family were concerned about our safety, being 2 Asian girls driving around Africa for the first time but we felt safe and were also constantly taken care of or reminded by friendly locals to take care of our belongings.
Best experiences (being city girls) include climbing and sliding down sand dunes directly into deadvlei, random wildlife sightings, superb birding opportunities everywhere, befriending friendly Damara ppl and learning about their way of life at Damara Living Museum, eating the best Apple Pie at Solitaire and definitely tracking down wildlife at Etosha National Park and other
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private reserves :)Namibia is such an underrated tourist destination and we absolutely love it! Thank you to Anja and Lilly from Great Explorations Namibia for planning our trip and providing invaluable tips!!
So Amazing and memorable
Namibia is a must visit country for those who love Safari.
Incredible vibes and scenery awaits you. The Sand Dunes, the rocky road views..oooh superb
Enrico
IT
Visited:
April 2025
Reviewed: May 14, 2025
Email Enrico | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Magic Namibia
Namibia is a land of contrasts, its diverse landscapes unfold beautifully along long road journeys. We were lucky: after years of drought, the country experienced heavy rains, transforming the desert into a blooming spectacle of flowers and colors. Wildlife isn’t limited to national parks; with a bit of luck, you might spot animals even along the road. Most travelers opt for self-drive—a truly rewarding choice. And above all, Namibia is a safe country with warm, welcoming people.
Michael Del Rossi
US
Visited:
April 2025
Reviewed: May 4, 2025
Email Michael Del Rossi | 65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
The landscape in Nambia is beautiful.
The trip provided an overall experience of Namibia. The landscape, the wildlife, the culture and the side trip were incredible.
Liviana R.
CA
Visited:
March 2025
Reviewed: Apr 12, 2025
Email Liviana R. | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fantastic experience on the oasis location.
I'll be returning from a fantastic 7-day trip offered by Gateway Africa. It was a combination of Namibian’s best destination: The Namib Desert and the quaint town of Swakopmund.
Our tour organizer was Annelie. We were impressed with her professionalism and attention to detail. She provided us with the best tour options, detailed information about the country, and hour/day tour information.
From the airport pickup point till the last day, she organized exceptional service.
Our exceptional guide Berron was not only friendly but also highly skilled. His knowledge and warm personality made our trip unforgettable.
Namib Naukluft Lodge is situated in the oasis part of Namibia. The staff offered us a very nice ambiance in a very clean location.
They served delicious traditional meals in the unforgettable location. The ambiance here is always inviting and comfortable.
The exceptional service we received each time keeps us coming back. Thank you a lot for your professional services.