Waterberg Wilderness Lodge lines a valley fed by copious underground water and the result is giant acacias, bamboo groves and a lush garden. The chalets, built from the red sandstone that dominates the Waterberg region, are spread along the valley floor beneath the trees. All are en suite with showers and toilets and power is delivered by sunshine - another resource in plentiful supply here in Namibia. The main lodge houses the dining room, two swimming pools, cosy lounge and library.

Upping the romance and comfort ante, Waterberg Plateau Lodge as the name implies is built higher up on the plateau with expansive views of the endless Namibian horizon with nothing but African bush stretching in all directions as far as your binoculars will see.

Built in a similar style with sandstone walls, the chalets have cool tiled floors and the traditional iron roofs from times gone by. It's rather basic, but covers all the bases. It's neat and tidy and cool, since you're in the valley beneath the shade of trees and the plateau (depending on the time of day).

Dinner is a typically Namibian display of game meats and homegrown veggies complimented in every instance by your choice of robust South African reds. Afternoon tea is a wonderful tradition at both Waterberg lodges setting the scene for a magical sunset and lively dinner conversation.

The lodge also has a well-run campsite in a separate valley with a swimming pool, kiosk and private shady camping sites.