Reviews of Camp Gecko - PRIVATE NATURE RESERVE; TENTED CAMP AND CAMPSITE
D1275, 7389 Solitaire, Namibia
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Reviewed: 28 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewOur stay at camp gecko was brilliant! The tents were gorgeously placed hidden behind the mountain. Beds were super comfy and the tents were rustic in a wonderful way. The host was very helpful and accomodating - the braai kit was perfectly organised and tea in the morning at the Lapa was stunning. It was a great spot to sit and relax.
No complaints. If you’re going in winter, make sure you pack warmly! The beds were warm but outside it gets very cold!
Thank you so much Erica, for this wonderful review! We are so happy that you have had such a lovely experience at our camp. Your advice for future winter-travellers is also much appreciated. Hope to be able to welcome you again!
Reviewed: 22 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewIdeal for nature lovers. Great desert view under the sky beside the fire pit. We recommend the dinner pack!!
Hi Pierluigi, thank you for writing us a nice review. We really appreciate it! Happy to read you enjoyed your stay and the grill package :)
Reviewed: 22 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewWe’ve been to the camp 2 weeks ago. We had a really good time. The couple is lovely, funny and have plenty of good advices. We had probably one of our best sunset. From the camp you can reach the fish river canyon in 1 hour 15, so you can easily to it in one day ( and do also the sunset there). You do not have wifi but what for ? This place is perfect to reconnect to the nature. If I could, I would have pu more than 10. (10+6 !!) 😉 Little tips : they sell good house hunted meat and cakes.
Hi Anna, thank you for writing this lovely review. I think you mean Sesriem Canyon instead of Fish River Canyon. From Camp Gecko to Sossusvlei it normally takes approximately 2 hours driving time. We are super happy to read you have had a great experience with us and that you enjoyed our grill packs :)
Hi Anna, thank you for writing this lovely review. I think you mean Sesriem Canyon instead of Fish River Canyon. From Camp Gecko to Sossusvlei it normally takes approximately 2 hours driving time. We are super happy to read you have had a g… Show more
Reviewed: 21 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewCamp Geko is a little treasure near Solitaire. It offers nice and cosy tented rooms in front of a spectacular view on the savannah. The room and bathroom were comfortable and tidy, We also had the 3 courses meal to do a braai/barbecue in our camp spot and the food was delicious! I highly recommend this camp!
Grazie Alice! We really appreciate your review. We are happy you have had a wonderful stay and hope to be able to welcome you again in the future.
Reviewed: 19 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewSunsets and sitting around the campfire at night.
The braai pack with the game steaks. The meat wasnt tender.
Hi Martina, thank you for writing us a review. We really appreciate that! We are happy that you have enjoyed your stay but sorry to read that your steaks weren't as tender as you would have wanted. We hardly get any complaints about the quality of our Grill packs, people sometimes are willing to make a detour especially to enjoy the meat once again, so were are very sorry that your expectations weren't met.
Hi Martina, thank you for writing us a review. We really appreciate that! We are happy that you have enjoyed your stay but sorry to read that your steaks weren't as tender as you would have wanted. We hardly get any complaints about the… Show more
Reviewed: 19 August 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 8 August 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewAbsolutely fantastic! You’re alone in the nature, but with the comfort of a hotel! There’s all you need!
Thank you for writing us this lovely review Isabella! We hope to welcome you again in the future.
Reviewed: 31 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewAmazing location and great service! The owners did everything to make it work out late check in and provided us with an amazing dinner. The place should not be missed, you will love it!!
Wow Jorge, thank a million for your lovely review! We are happy that you have had such a wonderful experience.
Reviewed: 30 July 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
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Verified reviewBeautiful surroundings Nice grill package Good breakfast Great little “shop” in reception with cold drinks and snacks Nice staff
A suggestion could be solar powered in the tents. The provided lamps are very weak, but a small detail. We had our own light.
Thank you for taking the time to write such a wonderful review! We also appreciate your comment regarding the use of solar energy, we will take your feedback in consideration :)
Reviewed: 21 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewGecko Camp – where the wild Namibian savanna stretches out like nature's red carpet, and the sunsets look like they were painted by a show-off. The glamping tents are snug and comfy, with their own bathrooms (yes, a real shower, toilet and basin – no digging holes here!). At night, the Milky Way throws the ultimate starlit party overhead – and with zero electricity, you get front-row seats without a single lightbulb crashing the mood. Want dinner? Grab one of their grill packs and embrace your inner braai master. It’s beautifully quiet, blissfully remote, and just the right amount of wild.
The "donkie" needs a lot of wood to get it hot enough to take a shower. Take extra wood just in case.
Debbie, thank you for this lovely review! We are happy to read that you have had an amazing stay :)
Reviewed: 21 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewWonderfull place to stay, in the middel of nowhere. The braaipakket was top, as well as the freshly baked bread.
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What a wonderful review, thank you! We are happy that you loved your stay and enjoyed our grill packs and bread. Hope to welcome you again one day!
Reviewed: 21 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewIt was absolutely stunning!!! Like a dream!! And it was beyond comfortable, warm and cosy.
No Wifi in the camp sight and tents (this should be provided in future) it was very inconvenient to have to drive to the reception to use wifi.
Hi Chevonne, thank you for taking the time to write a review. We really appreciate it! Our campsite is designed to offer an authentic, back-to-basics experience, allowing guests to disconnect from technology and reconnect with nature. We intentionally do not provide WiFi or electricity at the tents to preserve this peaceful, off the grid atmosphere. We appreciate your understanding and hope you enjoyed the natural beauty and simplicity of your stay :)
Hi Chevonne, thank you for taking the time to write a review. We really appreciate it! Our campsite is designed to offer an authentic, back-to-basics experience, allowing guests to disconnect from technology and reconnect with nature. We i… Show more
Reviewed: 20 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewThe authentic experience.
There are no lights in the tent or lamps provided.
Thank you Greg for writing this review. We truly appreciate it and we are happy that you've had a great experience!
Reviewed: 19 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewThe location of the campsite was exceptional, tents were very comfortable & clean. The staff was very friendly & prepared a good bbq set for us to cook in front of our tent. Definitely recommend it.
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What a beautiful review, Marcin! Thank you, we really appreciate it. Hope to welcome you again some day in the future.
Reviewed: 16 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewIt is a beautiful area, fantastic tent and lovely owner. We had an amazing time. It exceeded our expectations. I highly recommend to stay here!!!
Thank you so much for your lovely review, Sarah! We really appreciate it. We are looking forward to welcoming you again in the future.
Reviewed: 10 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewStunning views and excellent brasi box.
Thank you Frances, for this wonderful review! We like to read how you enjoyed the view and you grill pack.
Reviewed: 6 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewThis was one of the best places I've stayed at. Evething was superb and the remote location and scenery from camp site and tent camp was absolutely stunning. Thank you Camp Gecko. We have enjoyed every aspect of our stay Regards Linda
Every aspect was superb. Very easy to check in and rooms were very clean. Best was the view with horses close by our tent Spectacular scenery.
Wow Linda! Thank you for writing this amazing review. We are happy that you really enjoyed your stay with us. Please visit us again :)
Reviewed: 5 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewThe surroundings and nature
Could use a little bigger ktchen surface to prepare food.
Thank you Piek! We are happy that you enjoyed the beautiful surroundings and stayed warm during the cold night :) We also appreciate your comment concerning the kitchen space, we will take your feedback in consideration.
Reviewed: 3 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 2 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewPerfect place to stay between journey from Sossusvlei to Windhoek or Swakopmund. We stayed on one of the tents which was super nice and the view is simply amazing. Tents have indoor toilet and shower with running water and water can also be heated for a nice hot shower after day of hiking in Sossusvlei. No electricity at the tent, only a small lamp, which was no issue for us as we had portable lamps with us. There charging opportunity at the reception and also a micro shop where you can buy drinks, wood etc. For the price this is an absolute bargain compared to many glamping opportunities in Namibia.
What a lovely review Eemelie! Thank you for taking the time and effort, we really appreciate it.
Reviewed: 30 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewLocation
Facilities are ageing not hot water in the shower, water heater not working properly.
Thank you for your review Coenraad. We are happy to know that you enjoyed the location. Regarding the warm water: since there are no boilers at our tents and campsite you can make use of a so called donkey to warm your water yourself. You light a fire in the donkey, give it some time and you can enjoy a nice and warm shower. We are sorry to read that it was unclear to you how to use it.
Thank you for your review Coenraad. We are happy to know that you enjoyed the location. Regarding the warm water: since there are no boilers at our tents and campsite you can make use of a so called donkey to warm your water yourself. You l… Show more
Reviewed: 19 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewAbsolutely superb experience- our tented home opened every morning to a stunning African savanna vista. We had a waterhole on our doorstep, where we were able to see wild horses frolicking as the sunset. Sunrise, sunset and the sky of stars are something to behold. Camp Gecko provides a quiet space to absorb the beauty of Africa and Namibian. It is close enough to Solitaire, your one dtoo for all but also far enough to truly experience the African bush. Staff were amazing and their varied braai packs were greatly appreciated. A cannot recommend Camp Gecko enough. We will be back.
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Thank you Sven for your beautiful review. We are very pleased to read that your stay was to your satisfaction. Hope to welcome you again!
Reviewed: 15 June 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
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