Omhedi Eco Cultural Lodge
Day Trips & Excursions
(EXTRA)
* Nearby Towns & Border Tour
N$1,000 pp · Full day
Guided trips to Oshikango, Omafo, Ondangwa, and Ruacana markets, artisans, Ruacana Falls, and the iconic Namibia–Angola border crossing.
Wellness & Healing
(EXTRA)
* Traditional Healer & Herb Experience
N$600 pp · By arrangement
A guided visit to a local traditional healer: Herbal remedies for cooking, wellness and ceremony, and the community’s holistic approach to wellbeing.
* Detox Traditional Bath & Massage
N$900 pp · By arrangement
A soothing herbal bath followed by traditional Namibian massage: holistic wellness rooted in indigenous healing.
Animal Slaughtering Demonstration
(EXTRA)
* Animal Slaughtering Demonstration
N$1,000 pp · By arrangement
Watch and participate in the traditional slaughter of chicken and goat. A practice central to Oukwanyama ceremony, hospitality, and daily sustenance. Learn the cultural protocols, the preparation methods, and the significance of each animal in community life. Nothing wasted. Everything honored.
Land, Agriculture & Nature
(EXTRA)
* Planting & Ploughing
N$300 pp · Nov–Jan
Plant mahangu, beans, corn, and sorghum alongside locals using traditional farming techniques. Seasonal: Nov–Jan.
* Harvesting & Mahangu Prep
N$300 pp · Apr–Jun
Help gather mahangu and learn traditional methods of processing it into flour and staple foods. Seasonal: Apr–Jun.
* Animal Herding
N$400 pp · Morning
Guide cattle and goats using traditional herding techniques, connecting with rural Owambo pastoral life.
Traditional Brewing
(EXTRA)
* Omalodu Brewing
N$500 pp · By arrangement
Witness and join in brewing omalodu, traditional Namibian beer from soaking sorghum to milling and serving.
* Ombike Brewing Experience
N$1,000 pp · By arrangement
Craft ombike, Namibia’s traditional spirit, from fruit selection through fermentation and distillation with skilled local brewers. Group experience. Enquire for individual pricing.
* Full Christmas Experience
N$3,000 pp · December only
Celebrate the festive season in Namibian tradition decorations, traditional foods, music, dance, and community festivities.
Craft & Artisan
(EXTRA)
* Weaving & Beading
N$250 pp · By arrangement
Learn traditional weaving and beading from local artisans. Craft your own bracelet or decorative piece to take home.
* Claypot Making (Oshito)
N$300 pp · By arrangement
Shape and decorate traditional clay pots under the guidance of local artisans — a timeless craft practised across Owamboland.
* Traditional Attire & Oshide Experience
N$1,050 pp · By arrangement
Dress in traditional Ovakwanyama attire, experience the age-old oshide ointment and smearing practice, and capture memorable photographs in full cultural dress.
Heritage & Living History
* Oukwanyama Palace Tour
N$500 pp · By arrangement
A cultural journey to the historic Oukwanyama Palace. Engage with elders and gain insight into Namibian royal culture and Oshiwambo history.
* Liberation Survivors Visit
N$2,500 pp · By arrangement
Hear firsthand stories from Namibian liberation survivors, with heritage uniform viewing, Q&A, photographs, and a meal.
Immersive Cultural Experiences
(EXTRA)
* Homestead & Heritage Tour
N$500 pp · 16:00–18:30
Walk through a living Owambo homestead: Traditional architecture, pottery, basket weaving, and the significance of the makalani palm. Mornings also available.
* Donkey Cart Sundowner
N$500 pp · 16:30–18:30
Board a traditional donkey cart at golden hour. Watch the sky turn amber over mopane trees, enjoy a sundowner, return by last light.
* Sunrise Breakfast
N$600 pp · 06:30–08:30
Start the day with a magical sunrise breakfast: freshly prepared local and traveller’s choice dishes as morning light paints the sky
* Gastronomy Experience
N$800 pp · 15:30–18:30
Cook alongside local women: oshifima, ombidi, oshingala, ongome, and fermented palm beverages. Share stories around the pot. Pre-booking required.
* Stargazing & Night Fire
N$800 pp · 19:00 onwards
Stargaze from the headman's old Ford vehicles, by a bonfire, under some of the world's darkest skies. Perfect for a romantic night.
Complimentary with every stay
(INCLUDED)
Cultural Dances
Storytelling by the Fire
