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In the local Herero language, Onguma means ‘the place you don’t want to leave’ which perfectly describes Forest Camp.
Onguma Forest Camp is nestled among tall trees in a lush riverine environment, complete with a waterhole that attracts all kinds of animals. As well as game drives and guided walking safaris, the Onkolo hide provides ample opportunities to observe wildlife. Many animals, including kudu, oryx, lion, cheetah and leopard are often seen wandering through the reserve and over 300 bird species have been identified here.
There are 11 thatched bungalows, nestled among tall trees in a riverine environment, complete with a waterhole that attracts all kinds of wildlife. The interiors are classic explorer-style with high, thatched roofs, wooden furniture and private verandas with peaceful bush views. The honeymoon bungalow has a double hammock and an outdoor shower and hot tub on the elevated deck.
Why we love Onguma Forest Camp
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The dry river bed location is the perfect environment for birds, banded mongoose and smaller antelope species
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On game drives, you may spot one of the endangered black or white rhinos that live here
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The swimming pool has a viewing deck overlooking the waterhole, so you may spot wildlife even while you’re enjoying a swim
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Employing people from the local Oshivelo community, they grow their own fresh produce on a 500-acre vegetable farm
Walking safari at Onguma Nature Reserve
Immerse yourself in the Namibian wilderness with a guided walking safari on the Onguma Reserve. One of the experienced rangers will take you out early in the morning, when it’s cooler, for a leisurely stroll through the reserve. The idea is to learn about the smaller details of the bush that you skip past on a game drive. Your guide will point out everything from animal tracks to termite mounds and medicinal plants used by local communities.
Spend a night on the Dream Cruiser
Spend a night alone in the Namibian bush with the unique Dream Cruiser, a modified safari vehicle that has a full bathroom and sleeping deck. The cruiser is parked alongside an active waterhole in a secluded area of the Onguma Reserve, so you can watch the wildlife come and go and then fall asleep to the sounds of animal calls. It’s a very Instagrammable location. The deck cover is removable so you can stargaze in bed, soaking up views of sparkling constellations and on a clear night, the Milky Way.
Onguma Game Drive
Encounter Onguma’s diverse wildlife on game drives with experienced rangers. The reserve covers 35,970 hectares of Namibian landscape home to over 30 mammals and 300 bird species that roam freely. There's a healthy population of endangered black rhinos protected by a dedicated anti-poaching team. The team is funded by tourism, so when you stay here, your money goes back into protecting these precious animals.
Facilities
With an African-fusion menu, accompanied by fine wines from the extensive cellar, meals are an important part of the Onguma experience. Forest Camp offers a number of dining options, including in the main lodge, on the patio in front of the waterhole, and in the boma for a wonderful experience to dine under the stars.
What's Included
Half Board: breakfast & dinner, tourism levy, rhino conservation levy & local airstrip transfers.
Between game activities, massages, facials, manicures and pedicures are available at the spa located at Onguma Bush Camp and transfers can be arranged.
Visit the Onkolo hide which is situated at water-level, the ideal place for capturing images of the animals that visit the waterhole. Join the Onguma Soundscapes Experience where you can immerse in the sounds of nature. Using sensitive microphones to draw in the soundscape of the bush, it's a deeply sensory encounter.
Join morning or afternoon game drives in Etosha National Park or enjoy the more private sunrise and sunset drives on the Onguma Reserve. Interpretive bush walks, bush breakfasts and dinners can also be arranged. At the end of the day, don't miss watching the sunset over the waterhole from the fire pit.
Children of all ages are welcome.
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