With Etosha National Park being one of Namibia's prime wildlife attractions and the white Etosha pan providing a home to an impressive predator population, Onguma is the ideal place to visit.
Onguma Forest Camp is on the eastern side of Etosha, bordering another pan with a wide variety of bird species to be seen.
Guests of Onguma have access to Etosha as well as the 34 000 ha Onguma Game Reserve.
Onguma Forest Camp Accommodation
The well-appointed rooms at Onguma Forest Camp are located along the dry riverbed of the Omuramba Ovambo, providing ample opportunity for game viewing within the unfenced camp.
A variety of accommodation options are offered, including a Honeymoon Bungalow and three Bush Suites, which are ideal for families.
Accommodation Options at Onguma Forest Camp
- Heritage Bungalow
- Bush Suite
- Explorer Bungalow
- Honeymoon Bungalow
Heritage Bungalow
The Heritage Bungalows at Onguma Forest Camp, offer privacy and comfort for a pleasant stay.
The en-suite bathroom has a shower and there is a private terrace with outdoor seating. Air-conditioning is provided, as well as a ceiling fan and large mosquito nets.
A document safe, bush mini-bar and tea/coffee making facilities are provided in each bungalow.
Heritage Bungalow Facilities
- Double bed or twin beds
- Air-conditioner
- Mosquito nets
- En-suite bathroom
- Mini bar
- Hairdryer
- Toiletries
- Private patio
Bush Suite
The Bush Suites have 2 bedrooms each, making it the ideal facility for families.
Take note that the camp is not fenced in and because this makes it accessible to free roaming wild animals, no children under 7 years are accommodated.
Air-conditioning and a ceiling fan provide comfort while the large mosquito nets protect guests against insects.
Tea/coffee making facilities, a bush mini-bar and a document safe is provided in each suite.
Bush Suite Facilities
- 2 Rooms
- Double bed
- Double bed or twin beds in main bedroom
- Twin beds or a day bed in second bedroom
- Shared bathroom connecting the two rooms
- Air-conditioner
- Mosquito nets
- En-suite bathroom
- Mini bar
- Hairdryer
- Toiletries
- Private patio
Explorer Bungalow
The Explorer Bungalows are secluded and offer privacy to guests. The thatched units include en-suite bathroom facilities, air-conditioning and a private patio.
A document safe, bush mini-bar and tea/coffee making facilities are provided. Mosquito nets cover the two three-quarter beds for additional comfort.
Explorer Bungalow Facilities
- Double bed or twin beds
- En-suite bathroom
- Air-conditioner
- Mosquito nets
- Hairdryer
- Mini bar
- Toiletries
- Private patio
Honeymoon Bungalow
The Honeymoon Bungalow provides privacy for guests staying here. There is a private patio with a double hammock.
The en-suite bathroom has a bath and an outdoor shower. A mosquito net covers the double bed and air-conditioning and ceiling fans enhance the level of comfort.
Tea/coffee making facilities as well as a bush mini-bar is provided.
Honeymoon Bungalow Facilities
- Double bed
- Air-conditioner
- Mosquito nets
- En-suite bathroom
- Outdoor shower and bath
- Hairdryer
- Mini bar
- Toiletries
- Private patio
- Double hammock
Onguma Forest Camp Amenities
The beautiful, thatched communal buildings at Onguma Forest Camp, include a bar, lounge and guest dining area.
The building overlooks a small but active waterhole and there is a swimming pool for guests to cool off in.
Dinners are also offered in the boma under the stars, if booked in advance. Room service is available.
Facilities at Onguma Forest Camp
- Restaurant & Bar
- Wifi
- Outdoor Swimming pool
- Lounge
- Wine cellar
- Mobile connectivity
- Bush mini bar
- Waterhole
- Free parking
- Room service available
- Laundry service available
What To Do at Onguma Forest Camp
Game drives are offered at Onguma Forest Camp. Because the drives are taken on open safari vehicles, no children under 10 years are allowed to join these game drives.
Interpretive Bush Walks can be undertaken and guests have access to the Onkolo Hide, where breathtaking photography opportunities are available.
For those preferring to relax at the camp, massage therapy is offered and the beautiful swimming pool has views over the active waterhole nearby.
Activities
- Etosha National Park Game Drives
- Interpretive Bush Walks
- Sundowner Drives
- Onkolo Hide
- Massage Therapy
- Dining under the stars
- Birdwatching
- Cultural Tours
- Game Viewing
Things to See
- Wildlife at the waterhole at Onguma Forest Camp
- Predators like lion, leopard and cheetah
- Endangered species like white and black rhino
- Over 300 different bird species
- Cultural Village