WDS10-NE19 - 10 Day Namibian Explorer - Camping

Camping in Okonjima Nature Reserve epitomises the African safari experience. Your small group or family can become one with nature as they visit the Carnivore Care Centre, track leopards and cheetahs, learn about the indigenous people during the Bushman trail, and grow attuned to the sights, sounds and ways of Namibia’s grassy plains. The four, partially-equipped, private campsites share a swimming pool at the foot of the Ombokoro Mountains and are located in the 2000ha non-rehabilitation area. All four sites boast spectacular sundowner viewpoints.

Okonjima Nature Reserve is recognized as one of the premier places to stay to witness carnivores and other endangered species like the rhino, pangolin and brown hyaena in the wild and to be educated about conservation. The AfriCat Foundation was born in the early 1990’s, a Namibia registered non-profit organization which started out primarily as a welfare organization, and has since become focused on research projects which are essential in accomplishing its mission of the long term conservation of Namibia’s wildlife.

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Okonjima Omboroko Campsite pool walk way

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Okonjima Omboroko Campsite Lookout Point

Okonjima Omboroko Campsite pool

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Rescued Cheetah at the AfriCat carnivore care centre

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Okonjima Omboroko Campsite PAWS for groups Okonjima Omboroko Campsite PAWS for groups

Okonjima Omboroko Campsite PAWS for groups Okonjima Omboroko Campsite PAWS for groups

Okonjima Omboroko Campsite PAWS for groups Okonjima Omboroko Campsite PAWS for groups

Okonjima Omboroko Campsite PAWS for groups Okonjima Omboroko Campsite PAWS for groups

Campsite for individual travellers and small groups Tented Campsite PAWS for groups

Campsites for individual travellers and small groups include private ablution facilities, undercover scullery and dining area, a sundowner view point, fire wood, communal swimming pool, electricity

(220V - AC , plugs for charging & fridges), one fixed spotlight for cooking, 2-plate gas stove Designed for 2-10 persons / site.

PLEASE NOTE: clients must provide their own food, all camping gear, and sleeping items. Activities needs to be booked directly at the Lodge or at the campsite on arrival. Meals at the lodges need to be pre-booked on arrival, subject to availability.

Our tented campsite offers the following facilities: 10 rustic domed tents with 2x single beds each, private ablution, two undercover dining areas, a sundowner view point, private waterhole, fire wood, electricity plug points (220V - AC for charging & fridges) and braai area with a fixed
spotlight for cooking and packing, 2-plate gas stove. Designed for groups.

PLEASE NOTE: clients must provide their own food, toiletries and bedding. Activities need to be booked directly at the Lodge or Campsite on arrival. Meals at the lodges need to be pre-booked on arrival, subject to availability

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Eco Friendly, Mobile Connectivity, Pool, Secure Parking

The Okonjima Nature Park Experience LEOPARD TRACKING THE AfriCat FOUNDATION CARNIVORE CARE & INFORMATION CENTRE (ACCC) ENDANGERED SPECIES NATURE DRIVE

The Okonjima Nature Reserve sprawls over 200 square kilometres of undulating plains, mountainous outcrops, and riverine thickets, and it is here that leopard (Panthera pardus), the most adaptable of all the wild cats, thrive. Read more about our Leopard Research.

These intelligent, solitary predators occur in high density in the expanse of Okonjima Nature Reserve’s multi-faceted topography. The Reserve’s predator research programme has spanned three decades, and its findings have provided great insight to leopard behavioral patterns as well as offered an upbeat prognosis for a sustainable future for the species in today’s Africa.

A two-day Okonjima stay offers the best chance to view wild leopard in Namibia, as well as those collared for research purposes, in their natural habitats.

The Okonjima Nature Reserve, a huge protected area set amongst the rugged commercial farmlands of central Namibia, comprises a diversified ecosystem representative of both the larger and small mammals of Namibia, as well as most of the country’s endemic birds.

Game drives and guided bush walks offer visitors an intimate, up-close perspective of Namibia’s wildlife and, especially, its most protected species.

The Okonjima Nature Reserve is home to, and runs extensive research projects on rare and endangered species, big and small.

LEOPARD TRACKING

All activities are subject to availability and need to be booked directly upon arrival at the Lodge.

The 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 and newly introduced brown hyaena programme. Some of our adult leopards 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 and experience the fascinating behaviour and interactions between these two species while they compete for food. Although this significantly increases the chance of an excellent sighting, it cannot ever be guaranteed as they are wild free-roaming predators.
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.

THE AfriCat FOUNDATION CARNIVORE CARE & INFORMATION CENTRE (ACCC)

All activities are subject to availability and need to be booked directly upon arrival at the Lodge.

During the visit to AfriCat, visitors will have the opportunity to spend some time at the Carnivore Care & Information Centre, which provides valuable insights into the Foundation's work.
The visit will include a short guided drive to the AfriCat Carnivore Care Centre, where visitors can meet some of the ambassador cheetahs. Our knowledgeable guides will answer questions, explain the Foundation's work with carnivores in Namibia, and help position the vehicle for that perfect photo opportunity.

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.

ENDANGERED SPECIES NATURE DRIVE

All activities are subject to availability and need to be booked directly upon arrival at the Lodge.

This game-drive allows more time to enjoy and understand the Okonjima Nature Reserve as a natural island bound ecosystem. As the private Nature Reserve was established primarily to conserve some of our more threatened mammal species, it provides an increased chance to encounter these relatively rare animals. This is once again assisted by the AfriCat Foundation’s research projects on the shy brown hyaena, bat-eared fox and rhino. There are more than 40 mammal species within the Okonjima Nature Reserve, both large and small as well as a good representation of the typical flora. At the discretion of your guide, there may be the chance to view some of these animals, large or small.

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.

Located in the eastern part of Etosha National Park, Namutoni Camp is built into an old German fort and features an elevated view of the King Nehale Waterhole. The camp is in close proximity to Fisher’s Pan, making it a hotspot for birders. Fort Namutoni was declared a national monument in 1950 and was opened to tourism in 1957.

The camp features spacious and comfortable chalets with en-suite bathrooms. There are 2 restaurants at the camp, African Fusion and The Steakhouse. Other camp facilities include a bar, a shop, a petrol station, and a swimming pool.

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Credit: EtoshaNationalPark

Credit: EtoshaNationalPark

Credit: EtoshaNationalPark

Credit: EtoshaNationalPark

Famous for its lighted oasis, Okaukuejo Camp, Etosha's administrative centre, rests in the south of Etosha National Park and is only 17 km from Anderson Gate. The camp is well recognised by its characteristic stone tower and the Etosha Ecological Institute. Designed to cater to the desired comfort levels of all travellers, the camp offers cosy double rooms, wooden en-suite chalets and a campsite with shared facilities. There is a swimming pool, gas station, a shop and a restaurant and bar that serves refreshments and delicious meals. The water hole is a centre of animal activity from the early hours of the morning.

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Hidden among large grey granite boulders and Mopani trees, Hoada Campsite offers travellers a serene home in the wilderness of Namibia. Accommodation includes six luxury campsites with ample designated areas for tents or vehicles with rooftop tents, and permanent tents are available for hire. Each campsite boasts its own braai area and kitchen facilities with running water. There are also ablution facilities, with flush toilets, hidden amongst the rocks.

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Individual Campsite Credit: GB Individual Campsite

Deck area around Bar Credit: GB Deck area around Bar

Rock Pool Credit: GB Rock Pool

Rock Pool Credit: Arthur Peuckert The rock pool and deck provides an amazing view of the campsite

Entrance of the camp Credit: Arthur Peuckert The Hoada Campsite is situated 25km east of Grootberg Lodge or 75km on the C40 west from Kamanjab, in the #Khoadi //Hoas Conservancy, Damaraland

Campsite between the boulders Credit: Arthur Peuckert The Hoada Campsite is situated 25km east of Grootberg Lodge or 75km on the C40 west from Kamanjab, in the #Khoadi //Hoas Conservancy, Damaraland

Entrance to Campsite Credit: Arthur Peuckert The Hoada Campsite is situated 25km east of Grootberg Lodge or 75km on the C40 west from Kamanjab, in the #Khoadi //Hoas Conservancy, Damaraland

Pool area Credit: Arthur Peuckert The rock pool provides an amazing view of the campsite

Set up your own camp Credit: Arthur Peuckert We offer 7 regular campsites and 1 group campsite

Set up your own camp Credit: Arthur Peuckert We offer 7 regular campsites and 1 group campsite

Set up your own camp Credit: Arthur Peuckert We offer 7 regular campsites and 1 group campsite

Road to Campsites Credit: Arthur Peuckert The Hoada Campsite is situated 25km east of Grootberg Lodge or 75km on the C40 west from Kamanjab, in the #Khoadi //Hoas Conservancy, Damaraland

Deck and bar area Credit: Arthur Peuckert The rock pool and deck provides an amazing view of the campsite

Set up camp Credit: Arthur Peuckert We offer 7 regular campsites and 1 group campsite

Set up camp Credit: Arthur Peuckert We offer 7 regular campsites and 1 group campsite

Set up camp Credit: Arthur Peuckert We offer 7 regular campsites and 1 group campsite

Road to campsites Credit: Arthur Peuckert The Hoada Campsite is situated 25km east of Grootberg Lodge or 75km on the C40 west from Kamanjab, in the #Khoadi //Hoas Conservancy, Damaraland

Office and Check in area Credit: Arthur Peuckert The Hoada Campsite is situated 25km east of Grootberg Lodge or 75km on the C40 west from Kamanjab, in the #Khoadi //Hoas Conservancy, Damaraland

Rock pool and deck Credit: Arthur Peuckert The rock pool and deck provides an amazing view of the campsite

Path to campsite Credit: Arthur Peuckert The Hoada Campsite is situated 25km east of Grootberg Lodge or 75km on the C40 west from Kamanjab, in the #Khoadi //Hoas Conservancy, Damaraland

Road to campsite Credit: Arthur Peuckert The Hoada Campsite is situated 25km east of Grootberg Lodge or 75km on the C40 west from Kamanjab, in the #Khoadi //Hoas Conservancy, Damaraland

Pool and deck area Credit: Arthur Peuckert The rock pool and deck provides an amazing view of the campsite

Campsite

Currently, there are seven campsites & 1 group campsite, each with its own well equipped bathroom facilities including showers and toilettes.

The Group campsite can take up to 14 guests and have male & female ablution facilities

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Bar, Internet Access, Mobile Connectivity, Pool, Secure Parking

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Fireplace, Outside Shower

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Damara Culture Tour

Guests will be guided through surrounding conservancy farms on foot, visiting a couple of authentic homesteads of the Damara people which allows them with the exclusive opportunity to spend time with their hosts understanding their origins, cultures, traditions and their approach to human wildlife conflict farming within the harsh desert conditions. Damara Guided walks at Hoada Campsite.


Your guide will take you to local households to appreciate how those people of Bantu origins who are related to the Himba and Herero build houses, prepare their food, heal with traditional medicine and manufacture artefacts for sale. Get those comfortable shoes out as it is about an hours hike to the farm and another hour back. Depending on the time spent on the farm, you can expect to be back at your camp after 3 hours.

Madisa Camp is situated on the D2612 road to Twyfelfontein, a very popular route. The camp is hidden between amazing rock formations which are scattered with Bushman Paintings and has privy to an ancient Desert Elephant route that often gets visited by these beautiful giants.

Each spacious campsite has an exquisite view of the Gauntegab River bed and rock formations. The campsites have individual ablution facilities situated on stilts hidden in the tree tops. The braai facilities also double up as a heater (donkey system) for hot running water at each open air shower.

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Private Campsite Overland Site Safari Tent Safari Family Tent Dome Tent Safari Family Tent Unit Madisa Bush Camp

These sites are spacious and are situated on the riverbed. Each site has a private ablution facility, and a braai area that doubles-up as a donkey geyser for hot water.

These sites are large and each have a circle braai area with seating, a wash up basin and water supply. The ablution facilities are shared.

Each tent has its own unique open air rock en- suite bathroom with beautiful views. They each sleep two people and are self-catering. All linen and bedding is provided.

Each tent has its own unique open air rock en- suite bathroom with beautiful views. They each sleep two people and are self-catering. All linen and bedding is provided.

Dome tent is 3mx3m and is set up on the overland site with a mattress and linen in it. The overland ablution block is used.

This unit consists of two safari tents standing next to each other. Each tent sleeps 3 people, there is one double bed and a single bed in each tent. The open air bathroom is private. Linen is also provided.

Madisa Bush Camp offers accommodation in 10 Safari Tents, with shared ablution facilities. Each tent has 2 twin beds including linen.

Property Facilities

Activity Desk, Bar, Barbeque Facilities, Meal on Request, Pool, Restaurant

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En-Suite, Fireplace, Outside Shower, Shower

Prost Hotel is situated in the heart of Swakopmund, giving access to the town’s various and excellent restaurants. The hotel offers 28 en-suit rooms, ranging from luxury, family to standard rooms. All rooms are equipped with 43” flat screen TV, DSTV decoder, electronic laptop safe, tea/coffee station, telephone and hair dryer. Facilities include complimentary Wi-Fi, buffet breakfast, secure parking, secure parking, 24 hour reception, conference & events facility and same day laundry service.

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Prost Hotel is situated in the heart of Swakopmund, giving access to the town’s various and excellent restaurants. The hotel offers 28 en-suit rooms, ranging from luxury, family to standard rooms. All rooms are equipped with 43” flat screen TV, DSTV decoder, electronic laptop safe, tea/coffee station, telephone and hair dryer. Facilities include complimentary Wi-Fi, buffet breakfast, secure parking, secure parking, 24 hour reception, conference & events facility and same day laundry service.

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At the entry to Sossusvlei is Sesriem Canyon, At the foot of the gorge, which plunges down to 30 to 40 m, are pools that become replenished after good rains. Located perfectly at the entry to Sossusvlei inside the park gate is Sesriem Camping, right beside the gate into the desert and just a short drive from Sesriem Canyon where centuries of erosion have incised a narrow gorge about 1 km in length.
It is perfect for campers who want to experience the beauty of the Namib Desert with the sun setting over the Elim dune then the stars emerging until they fill the sky above you and the clicking of the desert barking Geckos and distant howl of the Jackal. Sit by the fire and imagine what you will.

After a good nights rest its up early (one hour before sunrise) for a drive to the sossusvlei wherer you can climb a sand dune and watch the colours change as the sun rises over the horizon slipping its morning warmth over the Namib desert dunes. Sesriem derives its name from the time when earlier pioneers tied six lengths of rawhide thongs (riem) together to draw water from the pools. Accommodation at Sesriem is provided in 24 campsites. Facilities found there include a gas station, convenience store and a secure parking area.

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