Okonjima Nature Reserve is equally famed for frequent leopard, brown hyena and pangolin sightings on its safaris, as well as the AfriCat Foundation.
AfriCat’s mission has been to make significant contributions to conservation, while trying to ensure the survival of Namibia’s predators, endangered species and their natural habitat.
Okonjima offers a wide spectrum of accommodation, ranging from well-appointed private campsites to breath-taking safari lodges.

The Okonjima Experience

Okonjima African Villa
The Okonjima African Villa is situated in a secluded wilderness area, overlooking a natural waterhole that’s ideal for wildlife photography and bird watching. Our discreet hosts and chefs attend to all our guests’ needs.
The African Villa
The Okonjima Villa is the only lodge situated inside the nature reserve. This safari-chic, thatched villa has two en-suite, luxury bedrooms in the main house and two separate private, luxury mini suites, which together can accommodate up to eight adults and four children.
Amenities
The Villa combines a wood-burning fireplace indoors to the infinity pool outdoors that looks out onto the waterhole. Inside and outside showers are offered as well as a bath with views of the Namibian bush. Air-con, fans, heating facilities, a well-stocked mini bar, as well as a tea/ coffee-making station, Wi-Fi and ample workspace are available. The open-air, shaded sala is the ideal setting for a meal or afternoon nap.
Location

Okonjima Private Bush Suite
The Private Bush Suite is situated in the open Acacia thornveld within the secluded wilderness area of the Okonjima valley with a backdrop of the sandstone Omboroko Mountains.
The Private Bush Suite
Located on the edge of a natural waterhole, its two separate, luxury, en-suite bedrooms under a double-volume thatched roof can accommodate a family or group of four (4 pax: one group only). This is an unparalleled luxury safari experience, indulging guests with a private chef, guide and safari vehicle.
Amenities
A wood-burning fireplace brings together the spacious lounge and dining areas, as well as outdoor dining options. A large private swimming pool offers spectacular views. Each double-volume thatched room offers air-con, fans and heating facilities. Doorways with roll-down, zip-fastened canvas partitioning and two large windows provide 180-degree views of the surrounding vistas. Inside and outside shower as well as a bath offer with spectacular views of the Namibian bush.
Location

Okonjima Luxury Bush Camp
The elegant Luxury Bush Camp is situated within the 2 000-ha enclosed wilderness area of Okonjima Nature Reserve. Frequent leopard, cheetah and hyaena sightings during game drives make this place so special!
The Luxury Bush Camp
The Luxury Bush Camp consists of eight safari-chic chalets, each with its own ‘sala’, a Junior Suite, a lounge and dining area with earthy tones and African design elements with amazing views over a waterhole in the lush savanna landscape.
Amenities
A Camelthorn pod-shaped lapa encompasses the reception area, curio shop, a cosy lounge area with inside and outside fireplaces, a restaurant and dining area. A secluded swimming pool invites to refresh and relax. Each luxury chalet offers unrestricted views of the savannah. Each chalet has an open-air sala with a semi-detached lounge area complete with a minibar, tea/coffee station. The highlight for any bird lover is the birdbath in front of each chalet and bird-feed. Wifi and cell phone reception are available.
Location

Okonjima Plains Camp
The Plains Camp lies within the secluded wilderness area of the Reserve and has majestic sunset views. Game drives in search of elusive leopards and guided bush walks offer visitors an intimate, up-close perspective of Namibia’s wildlife with special emphasis on its most endangered species.
The Plains Camp
Its design honours the founding family, the Hanssen’s family cattle-farming history with its accommodation facility of 10 large View Rooms and 14 spacious Standard Rooms. The Plains Camp Barn includes a warm dining and lounge area with views over a spectacular waterhole and the Okonjima plains.
Amenities
The Plains Camp Barn encompasses the reception area, curio shop, a restaurant and dining area. The veranda looks out onto the waterhole. Two swimming pools offer much-needed refreshment. Each Plains Camp Room offers a veranda, an en-suite bathroom, a tea & coffee station, mini fridge, safe and two roof fans. Wifi is available.
Location

Okonjima Omboroko Campsites
Camping in Okonjima Nature Reserve epitomises the African safari experience. The 5 private campsites share a swimming pool at the foot of the Ombokoro Mountains and are located in the 2000ha nature park. 4 of 5 camps have ‘sundowner-viewsites’, located from a high-point along the edge of the mountain range. Hot water showers, plenty of wood and power points are offered. A visit of the lodge restaurants and the participation in lodge activities are subject to availability.
At Okonjima, they understand the power in making the connection to nature, and seek to create a haven that enables the dream of an African safari.







What to do at Okonjima
Our activities delight and educate even the most experienced of travellers.

A highlight at Okonjima is learning about our big-cat passion. The Okonjima Nature Reserve is home to the headquarters of The AfriCat Foundation a non-profit organisation committed to long-term conservation of Namibia’s large carnivores and other endangered species.
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