Review of Wolwedans Dunes Lodge, NamibRand Reserve, Namibia
Recreational experience in desert landscape, newly decorated tents & fine food:
We two families (each with a teen) chose this stunningly located lodge in the midst of a private reserve as a “grand finale” (last three nights) of our excellent Botswana, Namibia and Victoria Fly-in safari guided expertly by Ultimate Safaris (sightings included the Big 5, wild dog and sitatunga). This because we knew the lodge from our last trip (three years ago), and we liked it at the time. Again, it was a recreational experience unequalled to almost any other places. This desert landscape with all the different colors is really something special!
The public space (two lounges, a bar, a library and two dining rooms) is beautifully decorated and has a peaceful feel. There is also an adequately sized pool with a relaxing sun deck.
As far as the food is concerned you shall not be disappointed as it is of a very good quality. When staying here, you are on half board. This includes a good breakfast, a delicious lunch, delicate cakes in the afternoon and a sumptuous dinner. The employees are attentive, courteous and eager to please.
As we had our own guideI (from Ultimate Safaris), I cannot comment on the activities offered by the lodge. Things to do include nature drives and walks. But do not expect spectacular game viewing because Wolwedans is more aboutrecreation than action. For me it is the ideal final point after an eventful safari trip.
To conclude, this is the perfect (relaxing) stay in a wonderful landscape. And this with the benefit of nice rooms and fine food. The only (minor) negative aspect for me is the fact that the rooms are not connected to the main complex (restaurant etcetera). So you have to “wade” through (small) sand dunes to reach it. I am aware of the fact that this layout is due to fire restrictions. Yet I think there would have been more comfortable solutions …
Date of stay: October 2010
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