Name: Vingerklip Lodge
Address: 2743 Rd Between Outjo & Khorigas Damaraland, Outjo, Outjo, Outjo, Outjo, Namibia
Rating: 9

Smoking areas

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Terrace

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No elevators

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Free Wi-Fi

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Sun Deck

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Pets Not Allowed

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Temperature control for staff

Personal protection equipment for staff

Extra decontamination measures

Temperature control for guests

Personal protection equipment for guests

Additional measures against COVID-19

Health and Safety Measures

At the cottage

Vingerklip Lodge

Outjo

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not-guaranteed

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mini-bar

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Stephanie and her family is just a remarkable host out of this wonderful place by one of the greatest landscape I’ve seen.
The facilities are complete, foods are great, room is comfortable (despite a bit old). Price is definitely competitive.
Eagle’s nest is one of the best ever dinner place without doubt.

Just one feedback that the floor managers are not so costumer oriented. The lady in charge for restaurant on 26 dec was saying we could not go for 2nd time in Eagle’s nest because it was fully booked, that we need to pay 100 extra (as if it would be issue for us), and that we have done it on first night.
It would be okay to understand if explained properly but the way she responded to the request was definitely not pleasant.
I had to insist that the choice where to have dinner is on my side, especially as we asked already. So briefings to them will be recommended to ensure experience is 100% amazing

Must visit

We stayed at Vingerklip for one night on the way from Swakopmund to Etosha. We had a really lovely warm welcome from the lady on reception and cool towels and a cold drink which were very much appreciated after a long journey!  Be warned the roads leading up to Vingerklip really aren’t great, although I’m not sure the hotel is responsible for this. The main lodge building is very nice and feels authentically African. Food in the main lodge was average, however experience in eagles nest was exceptional, unmatched sunset views of an incredible landscape surrounding the lodge and good food too. Pool was also lovely but some updated furniture is needed here. Sadly our room let Vingerklip down - tired mismatched furniture, the bathroom in particular was very tired, shower was not acceptable - mouldy and in dire need of refurb. No complimentary tea coffee or bottled water in the room and although this is available in the main lodge as our room was quite far from here these basic facilities in the room would have been nice. We appreciate that Vingerklip doesn’t market itself as a super luxurious lodge, but don’t feel that’s an excuse given we stayed at other locations in Namibia at a similar price where the rooms were much better. I think if rooms were updated, this place could be truly brilliant.

Great location but needs TLC

This area is amazing - the scenery is stunning. A bit of a wind down from our recent boat trip and dune drive. We had a nice walk up to "the finger." We also made a reservation from the UK for the Eagles Nest restaurant. This was a truly magical experience. We also undertook one of the lodges expeditions to see some local roack paintings. The staff were lovely.

Stunning scenery - make sure you book a table at The Eagles Nest

We were very confused by all the good reviews of this lodge as unfortunately it was easily the most disappointing of our trip.

Our room felt tired and dated with bulky and mismatched furniture that made the room feel very small. There were lots of paint chips on the walls and furniture and our shower tap had not been properly attached and fell off. It was one of the only places we stayed where there wasn’t a mini fridge in the room (including lodges in equally remote locations). I gather from the lodge's replies to other reviews that they are in the process of updating the rooms, however ours had certainly not been updated. It would have been helpful to have some information provided in a booklet in our rooms (meal times etc) like all the other lodges we stayed in. On the plus side, the room had good air con, a safe and a nice terrace. 

The main lodge buildings were well designed with two pools and lots of sitting areas, however again they were very tired with mismatched lounger pillows that didn't fit properly, some with cigarette burns in them. There was an odd "fitness area" with exercise machines that clearly haven't worked in years. Everything just felt quite tired and listless.

Dinner at the Eagle's Nest was fun and the food and service was excellent there. Food in the main lodge was good, but the service was listless and unfriendly at times. 

There was not a huge amount to see or do in the area past the walk to Vingerklip - if they manage to bring the lodge up to a higher standard it would potentially be worth a one night stay to break the journey to Etosha, but two nights are wasted here. 

Unfortunately this lodge has a lot of work to do to bring it up to the standard of other places we stayed on our trip, which charged a similar price.

Disappointing and tired

First visited 25 years ago, and it is still one of my favourite places to stay. It has grown, but the chalets are spread out nicely, ours with a view of a waterhole, with air conditioning and mosquito nets. There are lots of communal areas, including a place to watch the sunset and also Vingerklip itself. 2 pools and 2 restaurants, one called Eagles Nest and on top of a cliff with amazing views and food (cooked by the lovely Eve). Friendly staff and a lovely location. The food was also amazing. With current exchange rates, the prices are also a bargain

Fabulous Namibia

Absolutely stunning and amazing surroundings. The staff is very friendly, helpful ànd professional." Don' t stand up to get your coffee from the buffet, you will be served with a smile straight away where you are sitting 😊.  We were staying only one night 😔.. I could have stayed a month or even more. Unfortunately it didn't rain while we were there. Absolutely necessary for the people living in dry conditions and their livestock and wild animals. . We thought we could bring them the rain.. and the owner promised us one of his bottles of wine 😇. Shame it didn't, so definitely we have to go back.

A visit to the Moon

It was very pleasant to stay 2 nights in Vingerklip Lodge. The staff and owners are really helpful and friendly and the food (breakfast, lunch, diner) was amazing. The lodge is located in a very beatiful area close to the Vingerklip rock and other impressive mountains. 

The unique selling point is the Eagle's Nest and the honeymoon suite (we regret that we did not book this suite). Wow! We had to walk 15 minutes up. First a path, then metal stairs. The sun was shining and it was raining. The views from the mountain were amazing. We had dinner at the Eagle's Nest, with three other couples/families. This was really special. The service and food was outstanding.

Comfortable and scenic lodge in an amazing location

Beautiful landscape, but lodge needs a bit of work. It has so much potential. There are a lot of different areas to hang out in, with 2 pools. The larger pool was green with algae when we arrived. Toilet didn't work in our room so moved to 2 new rooms which were fine. Even though we had let them know dietary requirements weeks before, these weren't adhered to. The food was good, particularly the BBQ of game meat outside. Although felt a bit off when our family of 4 were placed at our own separate table apart from everyone else (all adults)  seated at another large table. However, the hosts were very friendly and helpful and did their best to sort out the issues that arose. 

Stunning landscape

+ Super views from the terrace
+ Fast check-in
+ Super restairant on top of the cliff but easily accessible
+ Super clean
+ Very friendly and helpful staff
+ Safe in the room
+ Balcony with terrific view
+ Spaceous rooms
+ Safe but remote environment
+ Free coffee the whole day at the reception

- No fridge
- No paper kleenex
- No coffee machine

This was the best lodge during our 3 weeks road trip

just excellent, the surroundings, the architecture of the lodge, the roms, the restaurant on top with sundown, great food, nice and friendly service, complimentary coffee/tea and cake, we enjoyed it all, justl great ! Please visit them and enjoy their excellent lodge

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