About this property

Situated next to the Etosha National Park, Ongava Lodge offers luxury accommodation in rock-and-thatch chalets. The property boasts panoramic views over the camp's waterhole. Each of the suites at Ongava Lodge is equipped with air-conditioning, and features a seating area and a balcony. The en suite bathrooms are fitted with a shower and a hairdryer is provided for your comfort. Meals at Ongava are served in the main dining area under thatch and allow views of the stars. Guests can take in the impressive views from the main lounge and dining areas, or cool off in the outdoor swimming pool. Morning and afternoon game drives are available in the Etosha National Park, while afternoon game drives are available on the private Ongava Game Reserve.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Breakfast info

Continental, Buffet

Free private parking available on-site


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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Irving
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Great location with own private resort where the guides will also take the smaller bush roads instead of official Ethosa resort whwere yoy have to stay on the main roads. Friendly staff with delicious food.
  • Ariana
    United States United States
    I had a fantastic stay! The food was absolutely perfect — felt like dining at a top restaurant every day. The staff were incredibly kind, professional, and always went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable. Our room was spotless, cozy,...
  • Van
    Belgium Belgium
    Top locatie met een mooie waterhole die tolaat om de dieren van zeer dichtbij te observeren. Top.
  • Manfred
    Germany Germany
    Die Lodge liegt vor dem Eingang zum Etosha NP. Wir wurden sehr freundlich empfangen. Die Gamedrives wurden von unserem Guide wunderbar durchgeführt. Wir bekamen sehr gute und viele Informationen zur Tierwelt. Die Menüauswahl war hervorragend. Es...
  • Sigrid
    Germany Germany
    Wundervolle Gamedrives, tolles Essen und alle Mitarbeiter sind sehr freundlich, aufmerksam uns hilfsbereit. Am Wasserloch, das von der Lobby aus sehr gut zu sehen ist waren u.a. Elefanten, Giraffen und jeden Abend mehrere Rhinos zu sehen.
  • Udo
    Germany Germany
    Das Zimmer hatte viel Atmosphäre, und man konnte von der Terrasse und sogar vom Bad aus das Wasserloch sehen. Zusätzlich gab es noch eine Außendusche. Sehr toll umgesetzt wurde ein Beobachtungstand, wo Fotobegeisterte ganz nah an die Tiere...
  • Regine
    Germany Germany
    Eine traumhafte Lodge direkt am Etosha Park. Ganz besonders hervorzuheben ist unser Game-Drive, der auf alle individuellen Wünsche unserer Familie (neben den Tieren auch Spuren zu lesen und mehr über die Pflanzen zu erfahren) klasse eingegangen...
  • Laura
    Austria Austria
    das wirklich fantastische Personal und auch das einzigartige Wasserloch vor der Lodge
  • Ka
    Hong Kong Hong Kong
    Everything is perfect except it is very expensive. Really a 5-star accommodation in any perspective. Regarding animal sighting, we saw an elephant in distant when we were having our lunch. There is also a waterhole that you can view from...
  • Anonymous
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We stayed as a family of 4 (2 teenage boys) in rooms 9 and 10 which were the furthest away from the dining room and water hole. This was not a problem for us. As the lodge is in the middle of the reserve and unfenced you are escorted back to your...

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
  • Ongava Game Lodge Restaurant
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner • High tea
    • Ambiance
      Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

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Check-in
From 14:00 to 17:00
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Check-out
From 07:00 to 10:00
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 13 years are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Parents travelling with children are required to present documented proof of the children's date of birth to verify the ages. Children under 6 years old cannot be accommodated at Ongava Lodge. Children between 6 and 12 must book and pay for private activities (subject to private vehicle availability at additional surcharge).

Minimum age for walking activities is 13 years. Child participation in activities may vary depending on the camp and activity.

At all times, please advise your arrival and departure info. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

ALL-INCLUSIVE includes accommodation, all meals, twice daily scheduled camp activities, park fees, all local drinks and laundry. Excluded from the rate are premium imported brands and champagne, gratuities, curio purchases and any other items of a personal nature.

ACTIVITIES:

*Scheduled morning game drives to Etosha

*Scheduled afternoon game drives to Ongava Game Reserve

*Scheduled guided nature walk or night drive (subject to availability and seasonal)

*Private vehicle can be pre-booked for a surcharge.

HALF-BOARD (Dinner, Bed & Breakfast), guests may self-drive into the Etosha National Park or book and pay for any of the scheduled camp activities listed above.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer or credit card payment is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.)

Please inform Ongava Lodge in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.