Daan Viljoen Lodge

We chose this place as our first stop upon arrival from the airport to avoid a long drive. We were delighted with our choice; we had barely arrived when we saw a group of giraffes, followed by other species like wildebeest, ostriches, warthogs, and more. The campsite met our expectations, and we enjoyed the meal and service at the restaurant.

Not the same as in the glory days, yet worth a visit

Very nice location for first and last night camping in Namibia. Saw ostrich, jackal, wilderbeest, baboons, kudu, impala. Camping facilities very clean but beware of baboons trashing your camp while away. Food and drinks were cheap.

I liked it. Rooms elegantly cut into the landscape aiming for 5 star luxury but it's not quite there. Friendly team and good food. This is super peaceful for those who don't want to be in Windhoek.

A good place to start or end a Namibian trip. There are some animals in the park, and a 9km trail, which is rare – possible as there are none of the Big Five. But overall, it's a bit sad…

What a fantastic experience at Daan Viljoen Lodge! We ran into problems because we couldn't get into our tent on our jeep due to a key problem. Without hesitation, they immediately provided a solution: we were given a beautiful lodge to stay in, and for the same price. This kind of service is rare! The staff was incredibly friendly, understanding, and professional. Everything was arranged smoothly, and we immediately felt welcome and supported. The lodge itself was stylish, comfortable, and ideally located. And as if that wasn't enough, you can also spot beautiful animals in a peaceful setting. And the food in the restaurant? Delicious! Every meal was meticulously prepared with fresh ingredients and delicious flavors. A culinary surprise in a place you might not immediately expect. Truly top-notch service, warm people, delicious food, and an unforgettable stay. Highly recommended!

Awesome place!

Only 20 km from Windhoek and so close to nature!

The campsite where we stayed is really good. The small washroom and the small, tiled, and covered area are nice. The self-drive game drive is also good in principle. We only saw wildebeest, but that was just bad luck. However, the last 500 meters of the loop are in terrible condition. It really needs some maintenance, especially since you also have to pay for park entry on top of the camping fee. The pool area by the restaurant looks very neglected. The fact that the grass is mostly dust and weeds is probably due to the water shortage and therefore acceptable. But the fact that the staff doesn't pick up litter or sweep up the animal droppings around the pool is unacceptable. Therefore, unfortunately, only three stars.

We spent one night in a chalet. There were very few guests, breakfast was good (no buffet due to the lack of guests), but everything we needed was available. The chalet was well-equipped. A small highlight: in the early morning hours, we saw an animal killed by a leopard. You really feel like you're in nature. Peaceful and relaxing.