Namibia's Spectacular Wildlife, Deserts and Dramatic Landscapes with Jason Odell 2027

This 3 hour tour will give you an overview of modern day Windhoek while you get to know

the comprehensive history of Windhoek and Namibia from colonial era to today.

We visit the Christ Church, Ink Palace, Parliament Gardens, and the Old Fort.

From the city centre we then drive to the Katutura Township.

Katatura is Windhoek’s informal settlement and estimated to be home to more than two

thirds of Windhoek’s 325,000 people. The township is a vibrant and exciting place to visit and

a great chance to get a bit of insight into some of the more traditional Namibian cultures.

Are you ready to experience the cultural diversity of Namibia in an old original Volkswagen
Bus? We have partnered with the well-known Namibian musician known as EES to give you
the Namibian experience of a lifetime.
Come and experience a Township Tour in Windhoek with us

3 hours

This unique City Tour through the Capital of Namibia will take you back in time by revealing

the history and inside stories behind individual houses, interesting places and monuments –

knowledge that is not found in the travel guides.

It is this detailed knowledge that breathes life into the story of Windhoek’s development, it’s

three castles, the ‘Tintenpalast’ and the ‘Alte Feste’.

Our Leopard ‘experience’ will take you out into the Okonjima Nature Reserve and will allow you to spend more time with our experienced guides and participate in the research data collection for our long-standing leopard project. Some of our adult Leopard are radio collared which enables the guides to track them with a specialised telemetry device contributing to frequent viewing, giving visitors an opportunity to observe these magnificent predators in their natural habitat.

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Leopard Tracking Credit: Crew 10

AfriCat Credit: AfriCat - Karen Codling

Leopard Tracking Credit: Crew 10

Leopard Tracking Credit: Pie Production

RHINO TRACKING on foot: (Specialized Activity) - subject to weather and availability.
On this trail, no telemetry device is used to track the rhino, the guide and guests are joined by our dedicated Okonjima anti-poaching team who have spent many hours, getting to know each individual, dedicating their time towards the fight for the conservation of the rhino in the Okonjima Nature Reserve. This activity can only be booked directly at the Lodge.

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Rhino Tracking Credit: Crew 10

Rhino Tracking Credit: Crew 10

Rhino Tracking Credit: Jandre Germishuizen

Rhino Tracking Credit: Crew 10

BROWN HYAENA TRACKING
This Hyaena ‘experience’ offers more time to appreciate and understand the Okonjima Nature Reserve as a balanced ecosystem, with a focus on the ‘secretly social’ and rare brown hyaena. Since the private nature reserve was primarily established for the conservation of some of our more vulnerable mammal species, it offers an improved opportunity to encounter these relatively rare animals.

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Brown Hyaena Tracking Credit: Freda Bauer

Brown Hyaena Tracking Credit: Freda Bauer

Brown Hyaena Tracking Credit: Freda Bauer

Brown Hyaena Tracking Credit: Crew 10

PANGOLIN TRACKING on foot: (Specialized Activity) – exclusive for guests staying 2 nights
The choice of going with the researcher or guide, will be determined by circumstances, weather and operations. Sightings are not guaranteed, as this complex, vulnerable species needs a gentle and respectful approach. Tracking on foot will be done in silence and maintaining a discreet distance. The Pangolin tracking is a specialized night/day (seasonal) activity. During the summer months this activity tends to take place between 10pm and 6am and during the winter months from 5pm to 11pm. As this would be the most active period of the day for these mostly nocturnal animals. You will join a guide and tracker on a walking trail in the dark within the 20 000ha Okonjima Nature Reserve. We limit participation to a max of 6 people per pangolin tracking. This gives the client insight into this secret life of the very endangered Ground Pangolin. A flashlight and walking shoes are compulsory. This activity is reserved for guests that are staying for a minimum of 2 nights with us.

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Pangolin Tracking Credit: Crew 10

Pangolin Tracking Credit: Crew 10

Pangolin Tracking Credit: Freda Bauer

GAME DRIVE
Experienced guides will entertain you with their knowledge, sharing interesting and enlightening information about the history of the Okonjima Nature Reserve and the research gathered over the past 30 years of conservation on Okonjima. On this trail, no telemetry device is used to track any of the carnivores researched by the AfriCat Foundation. Wildlife is the focus of the drive. Visitors are offered insight as our guides attempt to foster a general appreciation of the natural habitat of the Nature Reserve.
Morning activities (seasonal times): Departure 06:00 / 06:30 AM; Return 09:30 / 10:00 AM.
Afternoon activities (seasonal times): Departure: 15:30 / 16:00 PM; Return 19:00 / 19:30 PM.

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Okonjima Game & Nature Drive Credit: Crew 10

Okonjima Game & Nature Drive Credit: Crew 10

Okonjima Game & Nature Drive Credit: Pie Production

Guests are invited on a nocturnal game drive, led by our knowledgeable guides. This evening drive in the Okonjima Nature Reserve allows guests a chance to spot the many nocturnal game species they wouldn’t normally see during the day. After the sun has set and the temperatures have dropped, the African bush comes to life once again:bat-eared foxes roam about, aardwolf on the hunt for insects, owls observe their surroundings from a height. All Okonjima guests are welcome to join a nocturnal drive. The Nocturnal Game can only be booked directly at the Lodge.

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Night Drive Credit: Okonjima

Night Drive Credit: Okonjima

Night Drive Credit: Crew 10

Night Drive Credit: Crew 10

Into AfriCat – behind the Science will present the current research and conservation work of the AfriCat Foundation. This experience will complement all existing Okonjima activities, offering guests a deeper understanding of the purpose, methods, and importance of AfriCat’s conservation research within the Okonjima Nature Reserve.

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Into Africat Credit: Crew 10

Into Africat Credit: Okonjima

Into Africat Credit: Freda Bauer

Into Africat Credit: Okonjima

Self-guided walking trails for those guests who want to spend some time alone in the solitude of the Okonjima 2000ha wilderness area. Maps available at reception desk.

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Nature Trails Credit: Okonjima

Nature Trails Credit: Freda Bauer

Nature Trails Credit: Pie Production

Nature Trails Credit: Pie Production

This drive takes about 3 hours, through the scenically beautiful lodge property, with selected stops at sites to view and learn about bushman rock art. Ai Aiba Lodge is home to over 200 different bushmen rock art sites and our guides have been professionally trained to interpret these paintings to our guests.
This drive can be done both in the morning or the afternoon and will also include a stop for bush breakfast with the morning drive, and refreshments and snacks with the afternoon drive.

Morning drive – departs at 06h30 (Summer*) and 07h00 (Winter*). Bush Breakfast served en-route.
Afternoon drive – departs 17h00 (Summer*) and 16h00 (Winter*). Snacks & 1 drink per person included.

Rates for activities available in documentation.

*Summer months = Jan, Feb, Mar, Sep, Oct, Nov and Dec.
*Winter months = Apr, May, Jun, Jul & Aug.

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Nature Drive Credit: Ai Aiba - Lodge

Nature Drive (am or pm) Credit: Crew 10

Morning vibes Credit: Roger Fussell

Culture & History - Rock Art Credit: Freda Bauer

Numerous rock art sites Credit: Freda Bauer

Sightings at sunrise Credit: Roger Fussell

Magical Sunsets Credit: Will Burrard-Lucas

Bush Breakfast Credit: Roger Fussell

Guided Nature Drive Credit: Carina & Hannes Buschkamp

Wildlife Credit: Roger Fussell

Nature Drive & Rock Art Sighting Credit: Ai Aiba - Lodge

Nature Drive & Rock Art Sighting Credit: Ai Aiba - Lodge

Walking the area surrounding the Lodge is highly encouraged and is an excellent way to experience the beauty of the Erongo Mountains. Our guides have been very well trained on the interesting Fauna and Flora of the area and are available to escort guests through the property.

Guided Morning walks:
Breakfast is available in the restaurant from 07h00.
Your guide will take juice and snacks along for en-route. Please carry your own water.
Please ensure that you wear good walking shoes and have adequate sun protection.

1)Ai Aiba Walk:
This walk is 2 – 3 hours in duration and can be of varying degrees of difficulty depending on your preference. It will include visits to certain rock art sites, and a focus on the smaller intricacies of nature.
Morning walk departs at 07h30 (Summer and Winter), from the restaurant.

2)Walk & Drive:
This activity starts from the lodge with a 10min drive to Moringa valley. From there guests hike to a number of different rock art sites, including some fantastic viewpoints along the way. Then another short drive (10-15min), followed by another hike through majestic landscape to view some more rock art sites and interesting rock formations. A short 20min drive will then take you back to the lodge. Total duration is approximately 3 hours.
Departs at 06h30 (Summer*) and 07h00 (Winter*), from the restaurant. Bush Breakfast served en-route.

3) Walk with visit to the San Living Museum:
This walk is approximately 3 hours. Our guides will walk with you to the San Living Museum, stopping at certain rock art sites en-route. Once at the Living Museum the bushman will take guests on a bushwalk, and then our guides will lead you back to the lodge again.
Morning walk departs at 07h30 (Summer and Winter), from the restaurant.

Guided sundowner walk:
Very close to the lodge, you will be guided up a granite hill where you can relax and enjoy a cold
‘sundowner’ drink while watching the sun set over spectacular views of the Erongo Mountains.
Sundowner walk departs at 18h30 (Summer*) and 17h30 (Winter*), from the restaurant
Rate: Included in the rate (excluding drinks). Note that our guide will gladly take your drinks order and carry the drinks up to the sundowner spot for you.

Rates for activities available in documentation

*Summer months = Jan, Feb, Mar, Sep, Oct, Nov and Dec.
*Winter months = Apr, May, Jun, Jul & Aug.

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It's a climb Credit: long.explorer

Well marked self-guided walking trails Credit: Crew 10

Guided Walking Activities Credit: Roger Fussell

Bushmann Painting Credit: Ai Aiba

On Top Credit: Furstonetravel

Impressive rock formations Credit: Pie Production

Endless horizon Credit: Pie Production

Why walk when you can ride? A cycling adventure that mirrors the leisurely pace of our guided sundowner walk. You leave from the lodge late afternoon, on E-bikes and cycle along jeep tracks to a tranquil sundowner spot in the bush. Enjoy a ‘sundowner’ drink and snacks with panoramic views as the sun begins to set. Return to the lodge via a fun single track in the twilight. Trip can also be done in reverse – out on the single track and back on the jeep track; please discuss with your guide. Snacks & 1 drink per person included.

Rates for activities available in documentation

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E-Bike Credit: furstonetravels

Sundowner Credit: Ai Aiba Lodge

Golden hour Credit: Nukanuka

We have worked with expert trail builders to create a network of trails that let you discover this amazing landscape at your own speed. You can see the ancient Bushmen Rock Art Sites or spot some wildlife while riding on scenic trails.
Our trails well-marked and maintained, suitable for riders of all abilities.

•Guided Mountain Bike Tour, including one of our E-Bikes:
Ride with a professional guide who can show you the best spots to enjoy the scenery and the thrill.

Duration: Max. 4 hours
Minimum age requirement: 8 years.
Children 8 and over: quoted adult rate

Rates for activities available in documentation

Mountain Bike Routes:
Light Green Route: A lovely introduction to the trails on Ai Aiba. Generally easy-going, predominantly jeep track riding.

Dark Green Route: Although this is only 30km, this ride is not to be underestimated. There are a lot of new single tracks on this route and even though it is not very technical, it is slow going and requires constant concentration and effort.

Blue Route: This route is a bit shorter than the Dark Green Route but also allows you to ride some of the best single tracks on the farm.

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Scenic mountain bike routes Credit: Roger Fussell

Guided mountain bike routes Credit: Roger Fussell

Wildlife sightings Credit: Ole Becker

Ai Aiba Lodges guided scenic mountain bike tours Credit: Roger Fussell

Light Blue Mountain Bike Route Credit: Roger Fussell

Dark Green Mountain Bike Route Credit: Roger Fussell

Light Green Mountain Bike Route Credit: Roger Fussell

Various tours are available, and can all be booked directly at the lodge. Times are flexible, and bookings can usually be made according to your requirement. Please ask at Reception for more information.

•Bushwalk – approx. 2hours. Learn about hunting, snaring, tracking, lighting fire and collecting bush food.
•Live in the village – approx. 2hours. Learn about singing and dancing, lighting a fire, making ropes and jewelry.
•Combination (Action day) – approx. 4hours. A combination of the bushwalk and the “live in the village” tour.

*Rates on request

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San Living Museum Credit: Ai Aiba Lodge

San Living Museum Credit: Ole Becker

A variety of activities can be arranged through the hotel during your stay. We are happy to assist with activity bookings, local excursions, and dinner reservations, ensuring a memorable and enjoyable experience.

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Credit: GondwanaCollectionNamibia

Credit: GondwanaCollectionNamibia

Credit: GondwanaCollectionNamibia

Credit: GondwanaCollectionNamibia

This 3 hour tour will give you an overview of modern day Windhoek while you get to know

the comprehensive history of Windhoek and Namibia from colonial era to today.

We visit the Christ Church, Ink Palace, Parliament Gardens, and the Old Fort.

From the city centre we then drive to the Katutura Township.

Katatura is Windhoek’s informal settlement and estimated to be home to more than two

thirds of Windhoek’s 325,000 people. The township is a vibrant and exciting place to visit and

a great chance to get a bit of insight into some of the more traditional Namibian cultures.

Are you ready to experience the cultural diversity of Namibia in an old original Volkswagen
Bus? We have partnered with the well-known Namibian musician known as EES to give you
the Namibian experience of a lifetime.
Come and experience a Township Tour in Windhoek with us

3 hours

This unique City Tour through the Capital of Namibia will take you back in time by revealing

the history and inside stories behind individual houses, interesting places and monuments –

knowledge that is not found in the travel guides.

It is this detailed knowledge that breathes life into the story of Windhoek’s development, it’s

three castles, the ‘Tintenpalast’ and the ‘Alte Feste’.