From Our Guests
Rated Top 10% In The World
Year after year, TripAdvisor compiles a list of travelers' favorite spots across the globe. Thanks to the wonderful reviews and ratings from our visitors, Hippo Lakes has earned a place in the top 10% of hotels worldwide. Read firsthand accounts from guests who have experienced Hippo Lakes. We believe their feedback will speak for itself.
Latest Reviews
"UNBELIEVABLE! I knew I would enjoy the trip, but I wasn't expecting this. I felt extremely safe, at home, and experienced nothing short of luxury. From meals to safaris to management, service was incredible. The animals were, of course, remarkable! I felt as though I gained knowledge about each creature, due to the guides' vast knowledge. The facilities were well kept and the food was DELICIOUS. I learned that a large amount of the produce is grown on the property and that solar energy is available in case of an outage, which can happen. Everything is planned with excellence, intentionali..."
WE WILL BE BACK!!!"Remarkable experience. The food was great, the game drives were unbelievable, and we will definitely be going back!!!"
Hippo Lakes is Magic ✨"Hippo Lakes is absolutely magical. Nestled in the spectacular Waterberg region, Hippo Lakes sits on thousands of acres, filled with some of the most unique wildlife on earth. This trip was so special for our family. We stayed in Hippo 5, one of 10 luxury tents that offer private decks and stunn..."
"Our glamping experience at Hippo Lakes was good. We enjoyed our luxurious tent, deck with a view, and wood fired hot tub. We wished there was more privacy on the deck (could see and hear our neighbors, no way to turn off deck lights to enjoy the stars) and would have liked for the hot tub to be r..."
Best Experience Ever"This was the most amazing trip I've ever taken! The resort was luxurious and rustic at the same time. The food was delicious and a nice mix of options. The property was gorgeous! The best part was the staff. Shawn, Shinade, AB and Antoine were the most kind, knowledgeable, accommodating and f..."
A trip of a lifetime!!!"Our experience at HIPPO LAKES was truly out of this world. I really can’t say enough. From the moment we were picked up at the airport everything was flawless. Our ‘tent’ was very similar to a suite at the Ritz! We had our own hot tub & pool on our deck & a fabulous soaking tub in our bathr..."
"It is almost impossible to describe Hippo Lakes in words. Everything about the property is luxurious and magical. Before visiting, someone described it to me as "Heaven on Earth" and they didn't oversell it one bit! The accommodations are first-class, the animals are incredible, and the food is s..."
Fantastic in every way!"Words and photos cannot express how amazing our trip to Hippo Lakes was. Daily game drives, wildlife right outside your tent, amazing food and staff, this place has it all. If you are thinking about taking a trip to Africa, do it, you won’t regret it!"
"Hippo Lakes is absolutely magical for our family! Every expectation was exceeded at Hippo Lakes! The accommodations are luxurious. The food and the dining atmosphere was incredible. The staff was kind, courteous, welcoming and went above and beyond when my husband was involved with a medical eme..."
"Hippo Lakes Luxury Safari Lodge was simply magical. We came together with others who were there, and left as family, just as the motto indicates. The way the staff have community happy hour and suppers allowed us to get to know one another more intimately; we now have new friends from all over! T..."
Hippo lakes AWESONR"Fantastic staff!!! Resort was fabulous. Disappointed that no hippos were on Mountain View but loved that these 10 tents felt very exclusive and almost private resort"
Best Honeymoon EVER!!"Best Honeymoon!!! This was hands down the best experience we have ever had. They were so accommodating, any requests you had, they made sure to make it happen. Their food was absolutely delicious and made us realize the food here in America is absolute trash. The safari was the best and they have..."
Hippo Lakes is Magic"Hippo Lakes is magical. Our family had a wonderful experience visiting. Hippo Lakes has luxury accommodations including beautiful tents and rooms over looking a lake with hippos & crocs in it. Our tent had a hot tub and a private pool on the deck. Delicious gourmet cuisine and exceptional serv..."
Trip of a lifetime!"Our family had a wonderful week at Hippo Lakes. The property, accommodations and amenities are all top notch. However the best aspect by far was the staff. The team at Hippo Lakes will do everything in their power to make your trip unforgettable!"
Brilliant. Magical. Excellence. Every step of the way."From the atmosphere to the staff, and from the lodges to the food, Hippo Lakes does nothing less than Excel at all of these. The rooms are constantly kept clean and cozy without ever noticing the housekeepers. Every breakfast, lunch, and dinner is delightfully cooked to your exact preference. The..."
