At the foot of the sandstone Omboroko Mountains, which is located halfway between the capital city of Windhoek and the Ethosha National Park, lies the Okonjima Nature Reserve. Since 1993 the reserve has been the home to the AfriCat Foundation - an organisation focused on the survival of Namibias predators in their natural environment.
In these 200 square kilometres of rolling plains, mountain outcrops and woody riverbanks, a guest farm was established on a cattle farm in 1986, but shortly after, the Hanssen family started focussing on the conservation of the carnivores which were constantly in conflict with the livestock farmers.
An environmental eduction and research centre was established, including rescue, release and rehabilitation programs. Visitors to Okonjima have the opportunity to experience the workings of the project and gain insight into carnivore conservation.
Okanjima Lodge Accommodation
A wide variety and large number of accommodation options are offered at Okinjima Lodge, varying from private campsites through beautiful lodges to an exclusive and luxurious private villa with a private chef, safari vehicle and guide. Every guest has the opportunity to learn about and contribute to the survival of African Cats in this modern world of conflict between man and animal.
Accommodation Options at Okanjima Lodge
- Okonjima African Villa ( 2 bedrooms in main house, one in north suite, one in south suite )
- Okonjima Private Bush Suite (2 bedrooms)
- Okonjima Luxury Bush Camp ( 8 Luxury Chalets, one junior suite )
- Okonjima Plains Camp ( 10 view rooms, 14 Classic Rooms )
- Okonjima Omboroko Campsites ( 5 Campsites, 10 Tented campsites )
Okonjima African Villa
The luxurious Okonjime African Villa is a thatched, safari-chic villa with two en-suite bedrooms, set in a secluded wilderness area overlooking a natural waterhole. Two more separate and private luxury mini suites can be booked together with the villa, accommodating up to eight adults and four children.
Okonjima African Villa Facilities
Main house:
- Two bedrooms
- En-suite bathroom at each bedroom
- Indoor and outdoor shower and a bath in each bathroom
Two private mini suites:
- One bedroom in each suite
- En-suite bathrooms with indoor and outdoor showers
- Air-conditioning
- Bathrobes
- Safe
- Veranda
- Fully equipped kitchen
- Gas and electric cooking facilities
- Wine and soft drink coolers
- Double door fridge with ice maker
- Fireplace
- Infinity outdoor swimming pool
- Battery charging facilities
- Open-air sala
- Laundry service available
- Private guide and safari vehicle
- Private chef available
- Coffee, tea and fruit available throughout the day
- Wi-Fi and internet access
- Mobile connectivity
- Undercover and secure parking
- Well stocked mini bar
- Tea/coffee making facilities
Okonjima Private Bush Suite
Located in the secluded wilderness of the Okonjima Nature Reserve, is the thatched roof Private Bush Suite. This two-bedroom suite is on the edge of a natural waterhole and can accommodate a family or group of up to 4 persons. The modern kitchen is equipped with luxurious facilities for food preparation and the fireplace in the spacious lounge and dining area is the ideal place to spend time together. A 13-meter private swimming pool is on the premises and Wi-Fi and mobile reception is available.
Okonjima Private Bush Suite Facilities
- 2 Bedrooms
- Queen-size bed in each bedroom
- En-suite bathroom at each bedroom
- Bathrobes
- Air-conditioning and heating facilities
- Indoor and outdoor showers, baths, toilets and bidets
- Workspace
- Kitchen with double door fridge and ice-maker
- Gas and electrical cooking facilities
- Fireplace
- Lounge
- Dining area
- Outdoor dining area
- Private swimming pool
- Wi-Fi
- Mobile connectivity
- Secure parking
Okonjima Luxury Bush Camp
The Luxury Bush Camp is an elegant camp, located in the wilderness area of Okonjima. There are eight thatched, African-style chalets and a 2-bed junior suite. The chalets are spaced 80 to 100 metres apart to ensure privacy of all the guests. The communal space include the reception, a curio shop, a lounge, restaurant and dining area. A secluded, private swimming pool is available as is Wi-Fi and cellphone reception.
Okonjima Luxury Bush Camp Facilities
8 Luxury chalets:
- Two queen-size beds
- En-suite bathroom
- Desk
- Lounge area
- Minibar
- Tea/coffee station
- Seating area with comfortable, leather chairs
- Wi-Fi
- Mobile reception
- Undercover, private parking
- Safe
- Hairdryer
- Fridge
1 Junior suite:
- Large room
- Two queen-size beds
- En-suite bathroom with bathtub and outdoor shower
- Lounge area
- Wi-Fi
- Mobile reception
- Undercover, private parking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Safe
- Hairdryer
- Fridge
Okonjima Plains Camp
Celebrating the Hanssen-family cattle farming heritage, the Okonjima Plains Camp has 3 different accommodation types available. There are 10 View Rooms, 14 spacious Classic Rooms and 6 affordable Garden Rooms. The Plains Camp Barn is a gathering place providing a dining and lounge area, Wi-Fi, bar, swimming pool, curio shop and undercover parking.
Four of the Classic Rooms are set close together to form a family unit. These rooms are closest the the entertainment area at the barn.
Okonjima Plains Camp Facilities
10 View Rooms
- 2 double beds
- En-suite bathroom with large twin shower and twin basins
- Ceiling fans
- Veranda with loungers
- Desk
- Safe
- Reading chair
- Tea/coffee making facilities
- Fridge
- Covered parking
- Wheelchair ramp
14 Classic Rooms
- 2 double beds
- En-suite bathroom with large twin shower and twin basins
- Ceiling fans
- Veranda with loungers
- Desk
- Safe
- Reading chair
- Tea/coffee making facilities
- Fridge
- Covered parking
- Wheelchair ramp
6 Garden Rooms
- 1 Double bed
- En-suite bathroom with shower, basin and toilet
- Ceiling fans
- Tea/coffee making facilities
- Fridge
Okonjima Omboroko Campsites
The Omboroko Camp has 5 campsites which are private and partially equipped, sharing a swimming pool at the foot of the Omboroko Mountain. Each campsite have a fixed light and multi-purpose power point. Private showers and flush toilets are available, as well as a covered dining area with wash-up facilities.
Okonjima Omboroko Campsites Facilities
5 Private campsites:
- Private hot water shower
- Private flush toilet
- Covered dining area with wash-up facilities
- Fixed light
- Multi-purpose power point
- Firewood supplied
- Sundowner viewpoint
- Shared swimming pool
Paws campsite for groups:
- 10 rustic dome-tents with 2 single beds for 2 persons
- Guests to provide own bedding, food and toiletries
- Private ablution facilities
- Undercover dining areas
- Firewood supplied
- Electrical plug points
- Barbecue facilities
- Lights
- 2-plate gas stove
- Waterhole view
- Shared swimming pool
Okanjima Lodge Amenities
Each of the separate lodges of Okonjima Lodge has its own communal facilities, which include restaurants, bars and lounge areas as well as swimming pools. There is an airfield at Okonjima and transfer services are available. Wi-Fi and mobile connectivity is available at all the lodges and camps and safe parking and security is provided.
Facilities at Okanjima Lodge
- Reception area
- Curio Shop
- Cosy lounge
- Fireplaces
- Restaurant
- Dining area
- Swimming pool
- Wi-Fi
- Mobile connectivity
- 24-Hour security
- Bar
- Secure parking
- Airport shuttles
- Laundry service
- Travel desk
What To Do at Okanjima Lodge
The main attraction of Okonjima is the population of wild cats and the information-, education and research facilities on the property. Even though the emphasis is on conservation of leopards, lion and the desert lynx, other endangered species like pangolins, brown hyena and aardvark are also protected on the reserve. Leopard tracking, game viewing and sessions in the information and education centre will provide an exciting but also educational time to all visitors at Okonjima.
Activities
- Information and education centre of Africats
- Bird watching
- Game drives
- Game viewing
- Game viewing hide
- Game walks
- Night drives
- Guided and self-guided walks
- High tea
- Safaris
- Cycling
- Mountain biking
- Museums
- Carnivore Care Program
- Nocturnal Game Drive
Things to See
- Africat Foundation
- Leopards
- Lions
- Caracal (Desert lynxs)
- Pangolins
- Brown hyenas
- Aardvark
- Cheetahs
- Wildlife
- Education centre
- Information centre