Kalkfeld is a small settlement in Damaraland, located halfway between Omaruru and Otjiwarongo in Namibia. Proclaimed a village in 1991 and then downgraded to a settlement again in 1996, the local residents mostly make use of donkey carts for transport. Only 23 km east of Kalkfeld lies the farm Otjihaenamparero, where dinosaur footprints dating 170-million years ago, can be seen.
Etjo, means place of refuge and this facility was established in the 1970s on the Okonjati Wildlife Sanctuary, where black and white rhino found a place of protection. From then onwards, the Sanctuary increased in size and became the new and safe home for thousands of animals and birds, including Roan and Sable antelope and elephants.
Mount Etjo Safari Lodge Accommodation
A variety of spacious and luxurious accommodation options are offered by Mount Etjo Safari Lodge. All the rooms are beautifully decorated with typical African art and artefacts, complemented by the unique architecture. Each room has its own spacious and private bathroom, which has a beautiful bath and luxuries like bathrobes, slippers and hairdryers.
Accommodation Options at Mount Etjo Safari Lodge
- Elephant Lodges
- Family Rooms
- King Size Rooms
- Single Rooms
- Suites
- Villa
- Wheelchair Rooms
- Camping
Elephant Lodge
Elephant Lodge is focussed on photographers, as it is situated right in front of the waterhole. Still providing tranquility and privacy, this lodge has only 6 rooms.
Elephant Lodge Facilities
- Double bed
- En-suite bathroom with bath and toilet
- Seating area
- View on the waterhole
Family Room
Four persons are accommodated in each of the Family Rooms at Mount Etjo Safari Lodge. The spacious rooms are furnished with two double beds and overlook the swimming pool. A fireplace, ceiling fan, safe, fridge and tea/coffee making facilities are provided. The spacious, private bathrooms have
Family Room Facilities
- 2 Double beds
- Private bathroom
- Ceiling fan
- Fireplace
- Safe
- Fridge
- Tea/coffee making facilities
- View over the swimming pool
King Size Room
The King-size rooms have a king-size bed each and a private bathroom with a shower and/or a bathtub. There are ceiling fans, a safe, hairdryer, fridge and tea/coffee making facilities in each room. The rooms are close to the reception area and have views over the beautiful gardens of Mount Etjo.
King Size Room Facilities
- King-size bed
- En-suite bathroom with bathtub
- Air-conditioning
- En-suite bathroom
- Sitting area
- Safe
- Ceiling fan
- Bathroom amenities
- Bathrobe and slippers
- Fridge
- SaTea/coffee making facilitiesfe
Single Room
The Single Rooms are smaller than the other rooms and are furnished with two single beds, accommodating up to two persons in each. There is an en-suite bathroom with a shower. Air-conditioning, a ceiling fan, safe, fridge and tea/coffee making facilities ensure your comfort and relaxation.
Single Room Facilities
- 2 Single beds
- En-suite bathroom with shower
- Seating area
- Fridge
- Tea/coffee making facilities
Suites
The suites are luxuriously furnished with a king-size bed or two double beds. Perfect for a special getaway or a honeymoon, the suites are reserved for two adults only. There is a large lounge and a beautiful bedroom with a fireplace or a jacuzzi in the en-suite bathroom. Air-conditioning, a ceiling fan, a safe, fridge and tea/coffee making facilities complete the picture of luxury.
Suites Facilities
- King-size bed or 2 double beds
- Private bathroom
- Fireplace or jacuzzi
- Lounge area
- Air-conditioning
- Ceiling fan
- Safe
- Fridge
- Tea/coffee making facilities
Villa
The Villa offers a private, exclusive and luxury experience as it is partially located on an island with a 180 degree view of the waterhole. It has a private swimming pool, jacuzzi and a large lounge with a fireplace, mini bar and satellite TV. The dining facilities are also private and a personal chef is available on request. There are two king-size beds and a spacious and luxurious bathroom.
Villa Facilities
- 1 Bedroom
- 2 King-size beds
- 2 bathrooms with bath and shower
- Lounge
- Satellite TV
- Dining area
- Desk
- Fridge
- Barbecue facilities
- Tea/coffee making facilities
- Minibar
- Private swimming pool
- Heating
- Air-conditioning
- 180 degree view of waterhole
- Private entrance
Wheelchair Room
The whole of Mount Etjo Safari Lodge is built to be wheelchair-friendly. Two rooms had been specially fitted with handlebars in the bathrooms and lower-set basins, to accommodate wheelchair-bound guest
Wheelchair Room Facilities
- Two double beds
- Private bathroom fitted to be wheelchair-friendly
- Air-conditioning
- Seating area
- Fridge
- Tea/coffee making facilities
Camping
The campsites are located next to a large dam and tucked away under the trees, about 3km from the main lodge. Each site has private ablution facilities, including a hot and cold water shower, toilet and dish-washing facilities. Electrical connection points and lights are available at each site and there is a fireplace, boma and complementary. A maximum of 4 persons are allowed per site.
Camping Facilities
- Private ablution facilities
- Hot/cold water shower
- Toilet
- Dish-washing facility
- Electrical connection point
- Fireplace
- Boma
- Table
- Firewood
Mount Etjo Safari Lodge Amenities
The rates for accommodation at Mount Etjo Safari Lodge include full board as well as some of the activities offered by the lodge. A breakfast buffet is served in the breakfast room and lunch is served to guests who booked for these in advance. Coffee, tea and cake is served under the shady trees in the beautiful gardens. Enjoy a typical Namibian dinner in the traditional African lapa around the campfire.
Relax in one of the lounges on the premises or next to the swimming pool in the beautiful gardens. Conference facilities are available and unique weddings and other special events can be celebrated at Mount Etjo Safari Lodge.
Facilities at Mount Etjo Safari Lodge
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Wifi
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Boma
- Outdoor dining area
- Wi-Fi at reception and communal areas
- Parking
- Conference facilities
- Special events venue
- Souvenir shop
- Airfield transfers
- Laundry service available
What To Do at Mount Etjo Safari Lodge
Enjoy sundowners at the bar overlooking the waterhole and relax at the swimming pool. Home-cooked meals are served in the lapa and in the dining room. There are a few lounges where guests can relax and read up on the wonderful history of Mount Etjo and its involvement with the independence of Namibia.
Activities
- Birding
- Dinosaur footprints
- Game viewing at the waterhole at the lodge
- Game drives
- Photography
- Picnic
- Lion feeding
- Rhino tracking
Things to See
- Dinosaur tracks
- Black and White Rhino
- Rare Species wildlife
- Information centre
- Lion feeding