Top Hotels in Otjozondjupa Region Lodges
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The 10 best Lodges in Otjozondjupa Region, Namibia
Discover the best Lodges in Otjozondjupa Region including Otjiwa Safari Lodge, Mount Etjo Safari Lodge, Waterberg Wilderness Lodge, Ohange Lodge, Ombo Rest Camp, Frans Indongo Lodge, Gabus Game Ranch, Kambaku Safari Lodge, Cheetah View Lodge, Tucsin Tsumkwe Lodge.
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1. Otjiwa Safari Lodge
Overall Ratings
4 based on 266 reviews
Otjiwa Safari Lodge is the perfect home away from home. Offering you the accommodation options from Luxury rooms to family self-catering chalets and campsites. We have a wide range of activities for the adventure packed holiday or romantic getaway. Our restaurant has been newly renovated and refurbished, offering you high quality meals from breakfast to dinner. We also offer picnic baskets such as a romantic sundowner platter or hiking platter.
Incredible Food and Interior
Reviewed By annamU4275IKWe have been overloading for over 2500km across Namibia and have stayed at many campsites and lodges. We were overwhelmed at how reasonable the camping was and how nicely shaded our spot was with a sink and everything which has been quite uncommon to have at your campsite. The food was incredible and well priced. It was hands down the best we had at any other lodge we had been to. Our waiters were kind and attentive and we truly felt welcome. Keep up the incredible work. This place is a true gem.
2. Mount Etjo Safari Lodge
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 347 reviews
The lodge is situated in the private Okonjati nature reserve in the North of Namibia, which is home to hundreds of species of birds & animals, ranging from 20 different antelope to elephant, lion, cheetah and black & white rhino. All luxury rooms have en suite facilities and several rooms are furnished with Jacuzzis. Game viewing is undertaken in open safari vehicles or on foot. The pristine African wilderness surrounding the lodge provides unique opportunities for bird and wildlife photography. Participate in the lion and cheetah feeding session and track rhino for a truly African experience. Fossilized dinosaur footprints on site may be visited free of charge. A small souvenir shop/museum outlines the signing of the Namibian Independence Declaration at this historic lodge in 1989. Mount Etjo - encounter Namibia!
BE AWARE, THIS PLACE IS PART OF A HUNTING LODGE!!!
Reviewed By tonid_11We spent 2 nights here and had 3 day Game drives which was a gift from my partner which was arranged by a tour guide. Our first game drive was great, after spotting Giraffe and Elephant we were happy to book for the next day. On the morning of our second game drive we see nothing. Apparently it was too windy for the animals to come out of the bush so they were hiding? or so we were told by our guide. After returning from our drive we sat around the pool area for a hour or so and while there we joked that we heard gun shots. As if anyone would be shooting animals near here we thought. That evening was our third game drive, hoping to see Lions or Rino however we were told by our guide who was different to the mornings, that again the weather was to bad for the animals to be out? I thought the weather was perfect, the wind had died down and there was not a cloud in the sky! And as if animals think oh, the weathers bad so I'm not going out today! Drives was meant to be 3 hours long but after having a sundowner by the river and waiting for our guide to finish his cigarette, we drove back to the lodge, we got back 30 minutes early. we did complain and were offered a bottle of wine as an apology which we refused. We didn't pay for the drive. The verbal communication from the guides were non existent, you would just get the name of the animal which you were looking at but there was no factual information which we learnt on the animals. That evening we spoke to a lady who we had befriended, and she showed us photos of the magnificent Lions we had been wanting to see. She told us she went out with the owner and they knew where the lions were as one had been TAGGED so they knew where to find them! I was horrified. Not only does Mount Etjo tag animals, the guides know where the lions are and they obviously do not show you them on a drive as they earn so much more if you pay for a night time Lion feed. which coincidently, you get asked if you would like to join every evening during dinner. We obviously refused as we believe animals should be in a natural environment and hunt their own food. So it really doesn't matter how many times you pay for a game drive, the likelihood of you seeing lions would be non excitant by looking at the reviews most pay for the lion feed, and the excuse they come up with is the weather! More disturbing is that when returning home we discovered that Mount Etjo is part of Jan Oelofse Hunting lodge which is situated in close proximity to the main lodge. Here you can hunt and kill the animal ( for a high price of course!) as they proudly advertise on their website if you search for it. Looking back we thought that there were some strange men on our drive on the first afternoon. No cameras and dressed over the top in full hunting clothes. We didn't see them on our full day until dinner time around the fire. I could tell they were extremely happy with themselves and with beer in their hands I could hear them talk about seeing that day and I'm sure I heard the word gun. We thought it was strange as we hadn't seen them on the drives that day. but again at the time it didn't register as I guess we were a little naive. The fact that we were in the same room as theses pathetic people makes me feel ashamed to be a human being. We were told that there were only 25 people at Mount Etjo and that if there was an overflow some will be housed in the other lodge, now we know that is Jan Oelofse hunting lodge. Jan Oelofse Hunting lodge even have the audacity to have the words conservation and hunting on there website! I am sure there will be a reply defending pathetic men and women who love nothing more than to put a gun in their hands and shot defenceless animals! If you care for animals and believe they should be free then avoid these places. I feel sick that our money was given to these discussing people who are happy to display their kills. We are now going to work with people who really care about Wildlife Conservation who protect endangered species and try to educate and stop people like this who put profit in front of the welfare or animals.
3. Waterberg Wilderness Lodge
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 262 reviews
The buildings of Waterberg Wilderness Lodge shelter in a long valley in the midst of the Waterberg mountain range. Built from red Waterberg sandstone they nestle under enormous old trees. The atmosphere in the mature, well-kept garden with its two pavilions, many cool and shady places and an immured spring water basin lined by giant bamboo is idyllic.
Super spot for Waterberg Plateau hikes
Reviewed By svitloshoduLoved the location! Right in the middle of Waterberg bush. The whole place is designed to deliver that feeling of being closely connected to nature. Beware that the rooms are actually bungalows with walls made of cloth. So you literally hear everything that happens outside and you cannot block the room from insects. So I recommend to take a repellent with you, and check the bags before handing them and clothes before wearing. We also absolutely loved the plateau hiking experience with the local guide! He showed us the best viewpoints and shared lots of lifehacks, rhino tracks etc. Warthogs and baboons were cute on the way. Dinner is also great and full of local specialties. Booking with the dinner is strongly recommended because the place is very remote and you wouldn’t find any restaurants around. And yes, be ready to disconnect during your stay: there is barely any mobile connection here and wifi did not work during all our stay :)
4. Ohange Lodge
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 134 reviews
Ohange Lodge - Out best idnner in Namibia
Reviewed By LinaM2966What a place! Only a few hours from Windhoek we stayed at this oasis! The lodge was beautiful, the room big while at the same time cozy, the staff very friendly and the food delicious! It's really a magnificent experience to sit at the dinner table next to the fire and watch springboks and a massive eland chilling under a tree.
5. Ombo Rest Camp
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 22 reviews
We offer Self-catering Bungalow's with aircondition, for Families/two people sharing or even one person without sharing. Bookings can be made for SC/BB or even DBB. Save parking is able in-front of your own Bungalow. Dishes can be rendered at reception on arrival. It is on a refundable deposit method. Self-catering Bungalow's do have a kitchen and barbecue area in-front of the Bungalow. Our A-la-Carte Restaurant is opened daily during weekday's between 7h30 until 17h00. Weekend from 8h00 until 14h00. Dinner unfortunatly only on request.(We even serve ostrich & crocodile dishes) We also offer Campsites and Backpacker rooms- with power-points, hot showers, lawn, barbecue areas, wash-basin. Wild animals can be viewed directly from all the Bungalow's and restaurant. We offer daily our ostrich & crocodile Tour where guests are able to touch and feed our ostriches during the tour. Swimming pool is available. Farm stall selling firewood, ice, barbecue packs and other goods as well.
A good nights sleep
Reviewed By SouthAfrican1979I slept in a room and my family slept in tents. The staff are very polite and helpful. The room was very neat. I enjoyed a hot shower before I went to bed. The bottles of soap provided to the guest have a lovely fragrance. The food at the restaurant was lovely. I enjoyed having such a variety of animals to view from close range.
6. Frans Indongo Lodge
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 450 reviews
Perfect!
Reviewed By WouldLikeaBeerWe stayed here the night before our departure and after two weeks of safari. It was just what we needed. As soon as you arrive there is a sense of serenity. The rooms are beautiful and peaceful. The viewing deck is magnificent with a floodlit waterhole to spend the evening watching the great variety of antelope. The restaurant is worth 5* in itself, we had one of the best meals we had experienced on our trip. All of the staff were kind and helpful. We slept like a couple of logs and woke up wishing we could stay for longer. We enjoyed a walk of the grounds and came face to face with some zebra before heading back for a wonderful breakfast. There was a mix up with our bill that was rectified without us even noticing. Not only that but they offered a very kind gesture to apologise for the mix up. We will definitely stay here again and would highly recommend to anyone.
7. Gabus Game Ranch
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 70 reviews
Gabus Game Ranch is a family-owned safari lodge in Namibia that is located near Otavi. We offer a range of activities including game drives, horse riding, hiking trails and more on our 6200-hectare resort. The lodge is a popular overnight accommodation for tourists travelling to Etosha, Caprivi, Windhoek and other destinations.
Oasis in the wilds of Namibia
Reviewed By Boy_ScoutWe spent one night here as part of a Gate 1 tour. The rooms are more spacious than any rooms we had on this trip and the food (dinner and breakfast) were superb! The grounds are beautifully landscaped and there’s a waterhole directly behind the reception building. Our room also looked out on the waterhole, but the view wasn’t as good as from the campfire ring behind reception. We saw impala, gnus, springbok, as well as a giraffe. We found that internet service in rooms in the backcountry of Namibia was generally poor. That was also the case here. We had sporadic 1 bar of service in the corner of our room where the desk was. It wasn’t much of a problem as there was sufficient signal strength in the reception area.
8. Kambaku Safari Lodge
Overall Ratings
5 based on 187 reviews
Diversed wildlife program with two activities every day (guided tours & courses at our BushCollege) included in overnight rates! Our lodge lies within the Kambaku Wildlife Reserve, a terrain that comprises 8000ha of wild bush savannah. The lodge blends in with the surrounding nature and offers an 'Out of Africa'-style atmosphere at every turn. Our lovingly designed rooms allow you to feel fully at home even while you're so far away. Whether you're a nature-lover, a rider, a family, solo or are newly in love, Kambaku is the perfect destination for an exciting but relaxing stay. You'll uncover the best of what Africa has to offer: Wildlife encounters among picturesque scenery, adventure-filled hours in the wilderness, relaxing moments by the swimming pool and first-rate culinary delights. Our guides will accompany you on expeditions in jeeps, on horseback (25 horses, training available too), by foot. You might also choose to sleep under the stars at our bush camp. One life - live it!
Riding Safari and enjoying a day at Kambaku Lodge
Reviewed By sophiamaier95We visited the Kambaku Lodge for the first time and it was better as we have ever expected! I was on a riding safari and it was amazing! We trotted next to Zebras it was the best experience I ever had! The whole premises is just wonderful. There are so many things to discover! We also enjoyed the best Service in Namibia! The whole Team is absolutely friendly and makes your stay even more perfect! Thanks again for this nice time we will definitely visit Kambaku Lodge again!
9. Cheetah View Lodge
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 20 reviews
Cheetahs everywhere
Reviewed By 01649409We stayed here for one night and had the chance to learn a lot about cheetahs and their world. The staff was very friendly and made everything to make us feel welcome. The room was very spacious with a nice view and we had a wonderful dinner (with some locally produced cheese) under a l sky full of stars. In addition it is worth stopping here so to give a small contribution to the cheetah conservation foundation that is doing an amazing job for those wonderful animals.
10. Tucsin Tsumkwe Lodge
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 75 reviews
Visitors to TUCSIN Tsumkwe Lodge will not only be able to experience the ancient and unique culture of the San community but will also be contributing to the improved livelihoods of the local San people. 100% of profits generated by the TUCSIN Tsumkwe Lodge fund local projects in education, income generation, training, cultural preservation and more. In proximity to the Nyae Nyae Pans and Khaudom National Park, TUCSIN Tsumkwe lodge is an ideal adventurous starting point to reach the Zambezi (Caprivi) Region as well as Botswana via the Dobe border post to experience the famous Okavango-Delta. Tsumkwe is still a wilderness paradise, off the beaten track!
Lots of improvement needed
Reviewed By dpmanagerLimited to no meal and choices that makes it impossible to enjoy the stay. You eat what they offer or you don't eat at all. Definitely need to improve on this. Need maintenance on the genera infrastructure of the lodge to make it more attractive.
