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Namibia awaits you
Ondili Lodges
Kalahari
With its rolling red dunes and scattered camel thorn trees, the Kalahari Desert is the younger of Namibia’s two deserts. It is regarded as the traditional homeland of the indigenous San people, the country’s oldest inhabitants, famous for their hunter-gatherer way of life.
The best way to truly feel the intense nature experience that the Kalahari offers is to go on a guided overnight Trans- Kalahari Walk. Feel the connection with the earth as you watch from atop a dune how antelope herds graze on the vast plains. After the day’s rewarding hike, enjoy a night by the campfire under the glittering stars at the cosy but luxurious dune camp.
Experience the magic of the Kalahari with a stay at Kalahari Red Dunes Lodge or Teufelskrallen Tented Lodge. Teufelskrallen’s tented accommodation is located on the first western Kalahari dune and offers a panoramic view over the endless expanse of the dunes. Only 200 km from the capital, Windhoek, Kalahari Red Dunes Lodge is a quaint lodge with individually and lovingly designed guestrooms that convey a true sense of the space and beauty of the Kalahari Desert.
Namib
The Namib enchants visitors from all over. It is world-famous for the picturesque Deadvlei with its bleached clay pan, ancient fossilised camel thorn trees and massive orange dunes that surround it. The Namib Sand Sea, boasting several dunes higher than 300 metres, was proclaimed a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2013.
Become intimately acquainted with the Namib and its incredible fauna and flora by going on a sleep-out ride on the stunning, Ondili-owned private nature reserve adjacent to Namib-Naukluft National Park. Explore this incredibly scenic section of the Namib from the back of a horse. After the ride, a simple yet luxurious tented camp awaits – the ideal setting for a delightful night spent under a star-lit desert sky.
Desert Homestead Lodge, famous for its horseback safaris, is the perfect starting point for tours into Sossusvlei and its surroundings. Experience the tranquillity and expanse of the desert landscape in utmost luxury and style at Desert Homestead Outpost.
Erongo
This landscape is characterised by the Erongo Mountains (peaking at 2000 metres), which are of volcanic origin, and rivers that carry water all year round – offering breathtaking panoramic views. Spectacular geological formations like the Boulder Forest as well as excellent birding and game watching opportunities make this area an excellent choice for nature lovers.
Embrace the wonders of this area with an Erongo Nature Excursion. After a short drive, a guided hike leads guests to the most interesting landscape of the farm, characterised by spectacular rock formations and fascinating vegetation. Guests learn about the geological highlights of the Erongo, the semi-precious stones such as tourmaline and aquamarine that are mined there as well as the ancient San rock paintings found in the area.
Hohenstein Lodge is located at the foot of the highest peak of the Erongo mountains. Evenings there are famous for spectacular sunsets that bathe the mountain in a fantastic red glow.
Damaraland
Situated in the northwest of Namibia, Damaraland is known for its spectacular landscapes. The area offers numerous places worth visiting, from viewing desert-adapted wildlife to learning more about the past, the present and the ancient cultural heritage of this part of the country.
Visit Twyfelfontein, the UNESCO World Heritage Site with over 2000 rock engravings and drawings. These graphic representations are thousands of years old and allow a glimpse into the lives of the people who inhabited this area centuries ago.
Go on a game drive into the dry Huab River and search for the legendary desert-adapted elephants and other game. Guests will not only learn more about the amazing animals and plants of Damaraland but also about the remarkable geological features.
Twyfelfontein Adventure Camp is nestled among the rounded boulders of a granite outcrop. Perfectly located only a ten-minute drive from Twyfelfontein, it is a stylish and extremely comfortable tented camp from where Damaraland can be explored.
Etosha
Etosha National Park is Namibia’s greatest wildlife sanctuary and the most visited destination besides Sossusvlei. The park is named after the massive 4 730 km² salt pan at its centre. Etosha Pan is one of the largest pans on earth, so large it can be seen from space. The park is a hotspot for a variety of game – anything from rhinos and elephants to lions and leopards.
Take a guided drive into the park in an all-terrain vehicle with one of Ondili’s expert guides. Ondili’s guides have an intimate knowledge of the wildlife in Etosha and will provide the ultimate safari experience, getting close to elephants and rhinos, giraffes and lions, meerkats and flamingos.
Sharing a 10 km border with Etosha National Park, Etosha Oberland Lodge combines luxury and style with the utmost privacy. Enjoy the exquisite dining experience, relax by the infinity pool or sip on a drink while spotting game from one of the many private seating spots.
