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Namibia

Okonjima Bush Camp

PLAN MY TRIP

Nestled among northwestern Namibia’s Omboroko Mountains, Okonjima Bush Camp serves as the home base for the world-renowned AfriCat Foundation.

Accommodations consist of eight thatched chalets including one private luxury honeymoon suite. The unique décor of the chalets combines earthy, ochre-colored walls with khaki-green canvas beneath a thatched roof. Each chalet comes with two comfortable queen beds, a desk, and two cozy leather chairs. A separate open sala lounge features a mini bar, inviting couches, and tea and coffee facilities. Perfect for relaxing in complete privacy, the sala is open in the front with spectacular views of the bush. The camp’s honeymoon suite includes as the same amenities as the other chalets with the bonus of a bath, open-air shower, and a romantic fireplace.

The camp is situated halfway between Windhoek and the Etosha National Park in the private 124 square mile Okonjima Nature Reserve nestled amongst the imposing Omboroko Mountains. Okonjima comes from a Herero word meaning “place of the baboons.” But thanks to the AfriCat Foundation, this area has become home to excellent populations of large cats including cheetah, leopard, lion, and caracal as well as wild dog and hyena. Since 1992, the AfriCat Foundation has grown immensely, saving over 1,000 carnivores. A majority have been rehabilitated and released into the wild, but Okonjima has provided a safe haven for those too injured to be set free. Ensuring the long-term survival of these magnificent creatures through environmental education, ongoing research, and mitigation of human-wildlife conflict, AfriCat continues to be a strong leader in habitat and wildlife conservation.

From leopard-viewing and tracking on foot to game drives in search of cheetah and spotted hyena, guests enjoy the many opportunities to see these animals thriving in their natural habitat. Experiencing a day in the life of a bushman, taking a self-guided nature walk, birdwatching, enjoying evening game drives, and viewing game at the nocturnal hide are just some of the adventures waiting at Okonjima. Some of the wildlife here include leopard, cheetah, caracal, African wild cat, brown and spotted hyena, black-backed jackal, aardwolf, bat-eared fox, aardvark, pangolin, honey-badger, porcupine, kudu, oryx, red hartebeest, gnu, eland, impala, giraffe, Hartmann’s mountain zebra, Burchell’s zebra, steenbok, common duiker, Damara dik-dik, warthog, and chacma baboon.

The wide camelthorn shaped Lapa encompasses the reception area and curio-shop, a cozy lounge with four homey fire-places, an outside fire-place, a kitchen,bar, and a dining area. All overlook the busy waterhole. There is also a refreshing swimming pool for cooling off during the heat of the day. Due to the nature of the activities offered, it is recommended to not bring children under the age of twelve.

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Namibia

Okonjima Bush Camp

PLAN MY TRIP

Nestled among northwestern Namibia’s Omboroko Mountains, Okonjima Bush Camp serves as the home base for the world-renowned AfriCat Foundation.

Accommodations consist of eight thatched chalets including one private luxury honeymoon suite. The unique décor of the chalets combines earthy, ochre-colored walls with khaki-green canvas beneath a thatched roof. Each chalet comes with two comfortable queen beds, a desk, and two cozy leather chairs. A separate open sala lounge features a mini bar, inviting couches, and tea and coffee facilities. Perfect for relaxing in complete privacy, the sala is open in the front with spectacular views of the bush. The camp’s honeymoon suite includes as the same amenities as the other chalets with the bonus of a bath, open-air shower, and a romantic fireplace.

The camp is situated halfway between Windhoek and the Etosha National Park in the private 124 square mile Okonjima Nature Reserve nestled amongst the imposing Omboroko Mountains. Okonjima comes from a Herero word meaning “place of the baboons.” But thanks to the AfriCat Foundation, this area has become home to excellent populations of large cats including cheetah, leopard, lion, and caracal as well as wild dog and hyena. Since 1992, the AfriCat Foundation has grown immensely, saving over 1,000 carnivores. A majority have been rehabilitated and released into the wild, but Okonjima has provided a safe haven for those too injured to be set free. Ensuring the long-term survival of these magnificent creatures through environmental education, ongoing research, and mitigation of human-wildlife conflict, AfriCat continues to be a strong leader in habitat and wildlife conservation.

From leopard-viewing and tracking on foot to game drives in search of cheetah and spotted hyena, guests enjoy the many opportunities to see these animals thriving in their natural habitat. Experiencing a day in the life of a bushman, taking a self-guided nature walk, birdwatching, enjoying evening game drives, and viewing game at the nocturnal hide are just some of the adventures waiting at Okonjima. Some of the wildlife here include leopard, cheetah, caracal, African wild cat, brown and spotted hyena, black-backed jackal, aardwolf, bat-eared fox, aardvark, pangolin, honey-badger, porcupine, kudu, oryx, red hartebeest, gnu, eland, impala, giraffe, Hartmann’s mountain zebra, Burchell’s zebra, steenbok, common duiker, Damara dik-dik, warthog, and chacma baboon.

The wide camelthorn shaped Lapa encompasses the reception area and curio-shop, a cozy lounge with four homey fire-places, an outside fire-place, a kitchen,bar, and a dining area. All overlook the busy waterhole. There is also a refreshing swimming pool for cooling off during the heat of the day. Due to the nature of the activities offered, it is recommended to not bring children under the age of twelve.

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