Okonjima Lodge, Otjiwarongo
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Description
West of the Waterberg Plateau Park, the vast plains are occasionally broken by the remnants of ancient sandstone outcrops which once covered large areas of northern Namibia. Nestled among the Omboroko Mountains lies Okonjima, a Herero name meaning "Place of the Baboons".This is much more than just a lodge, Okonjima is also home to The Africat Foundation. Africat became internationally renowned after featuring in an award-winning documentary that was filmed for the Discovery Channel in 1995 and 1996. Namibia is home to the world’s largest wild or free-ranging cheetah population. The majority of this country’s cheetahs and leopards can be found on approximately 7000 commercial farms. These large carnivores occasionally prey upon the livestock that roam unprotected in the veld.
As a result, carnivores are often regarded as vermin by the livestock and game-farming community and are deliberately trapped and killed. Africat has had to take on a large number of captive cats and carnivores no longer wanted by other establishments. Among the carnivores being rescued, researched and rehabilitated by Africat are cheetah, leopard, lion, caracal, wild dog and hyaena.
Okonjima is a family run business. Wayne, Donna and Rosalea Hanssen, who co-own and live on the property, bought Okonjima from their parents, Val and Rose, in 1993 turning the then cattle farm into a conservation project. Today The Africat Foundation is the "world’s largest cheetah and leopard rescue and release programme", and has saved more than 850 cats since 1993.
Okonjima offers several types of accommodation, ranging from Bush Camp chalets and suites to Main Camp double en-suites and The Villa. The Grand Villa comprises of two rooms and two suites and can accommodate eight to 12 guests. Bush Suites comprise of two rooms, sleeping a total of four guests. The Bush Camp has eight unique thatched African-style chalets, sleeping a maximum of 16 guests, and the Main Camp's ten en-suite double rooms sleep a total of 20 guests.
All four camps have a swimming pool, outside fireplace, and an independent kitchen with restaurant and bar facilities. The Villa, Bush Suite and Bush Camp also have an inside fireplace and each have a waterhole where wildlife may be viewed.
Activities at Okonjima include leopard viewing, cheetah tracking on foot, nature and bushman trails, photography, and bird watching. Visitors can also observe some of The Africat Foundation's programme at work and learn more about these amazing and beautiful animals.Request A Quote
Pricing Information
2011 Base Rate
| Unit | Single room | Sharing (P/P) | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bush Camp Chalet | R3,883 | R3,530 | |
| Main Camp Double En-suite Room | R2,874 | R2,521 | |
| The Villa | R7,060 | ||
| Bush Suite | R7,060 |
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Room Types
Bush Camp Chalet (8)
The luxury Bush Camp is situated at the edge of a wilderness area, 3 km from Main Camp. Bush Camp comprises of eight thatched African-style chalets, three luxury en-suite tents, a lapa in the form of the indigenous "camelthorn" pod, and a secluded swimming pool. Each chalet is equipped with a queen and a three quarter bed, a mini-bar, a private safe for valuables, a kettle for that early morning cup of tea or coffee, and a telephone. For those who wish to feel the closeness of nature, the front 180º of canvas paneling may be rolled up, inviting visitors to enjoy their own bushveld vista. The extensive "camelthorn" shaped lapa encompasses the reception area and curio shop, a cozy lounge with a rustic indoor fireplace, an outdoor fireplace, and a kitchen and dining area, all overlooking a waterhole.
Includes: Self-catering
Bush Suite (1)
Okonjima's luxury Bush Suite is located 500 m from Bush Camp and 3.5 km from Main Camp. This select, private suite is a uniquely designed, African Bush Cottage. The suite has two separate, private, en-suite bedrooms under a magnificent thatched roof, which together can accommodate a family or small group of four. It consists of a modern, chef-designed kitchenette, with wine and soft drink coolers, both gas and electrical cooking facilities and an endless supply of ice from a double door refrigerator. The living space boasts a spacious lounge, a dining area inside or outside under natural shade and an open, wood-burning fireplace. The bedrooms have high roofs with fans, air-conditioning and when needed, heating facilities. The suite has two queen size beds, one of which can be wheeled outside onto the terraces for a night under the stars. Each bathroom has both an inside shower and a spectacular, outside bush shower, together with a beautiful, colonial, bath-with-a-view. Toilets and bidets accompany the baths, all with a bush view, and each bedroom has a Wi-Fi or dial-up Internet connection with ample work space.
Includes: D B & B
Main Camp Double En-suite Room (10)
Main Camp was the original Hanssen family farmhouse, reconstructed as a lodge in 1993. All ten double rooms are situated around a lush garden and overlook the open-fire entertainment area. The spacious new en-suite bedrooms each have two double beds, a mini-fridge to store your own drinks, a roof fan, a safe, alarm system and telephone.
Includes: D B & B
The Villa (1)
The Villa has two separate private suites, together with two select en-suite bedrooms in the Main House, which together can accommodate groups of up to eight adults and four children. The graceful Main House consists of a chef-designed kitchen with wine and soft drink coolers, both gas and electrical cooking facilities, and an endless supply of ice from a double door refrigerator. The living spaces are punctuated by a spacious lounge and dining area with an open wood-burning fireplace. There are two en-suite luxury bedrooms. The bathrooms have both an inside shower and a spectacular outside bush shower, together with a beautiful bath-with-a-view. The Villa also has a magnificent infinity pool, surrounded on three sides by African red teak decking and a walkway to an open shaded "Sala", incorporating a roof fan to stir the gentle breeze that crosses the adjoining waterhole. The two separate thatched suites are situated approximately 35 m to 50 m on either side of the Main House, and guests once again have the choice of either an inside or a unique outside bush shower. Toilets and bidets accompany the baths, all with bush views. Fittingly, three of the four bedrooms have magnificent wheeled king size beds for rolling out onto the terraces to sleep under the stars. All the bedrooms have air-conditioning, high airy roofs with fans, heating facilities, Wi-Fi or dial-up Internet connection and ample work space.
Includes: D B & B
Facilities
Airport Shuttle Service, Parking Available, Laundry Service, Garden, Bar on the Premises, No Pets Permitted
Activities Near
Bird Watching, Walking
Accomm Type
Safari Lodge
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