A Lodge where time slows and nature reigns.
It is with great pleasure and heartfelt enthusiasm that we can proudly announce that Gmundner Lodge has joined our exclusive and selected group of Lodges and Experiences under the Naturally Namibia umbrella, further increasing our offering to those wanting to experience the Best of the Best that Namibia offers.
Gmundner’s natural splendour unfolds across 6,000 hectares of breathtaking wilderness. Set amidst the Khomas Hochland and the Kalahari savannah, this sanctuary blends sustainable luxury with heartfelt hospitality.
Gmundner offers a classic safari experience with the timeless elegance of roll-away canvas exteriors, panoramic viewing decks, world-class dining, Year-round exceptional game viewing, adrenaline-fuelled activities and the wellness spa.
A place where old-world safari meets today, offering guests an intimate, stunning setting for complete immersion into the vast landscapes of Namibia.
Set against a breathtaking natural backdrop, their twelve luxurious suites offer complete privacy and an atmosphere that invites one to reconnect.
Suites: Twelve luxurious suites – your haven to relax and recharge.
Each suite offers elegant interiors with both indoor and outdoor bathrooms to enjoy moments of pure relaxation surrounded by nature.
From walk-in wardrobes and romantic four-poster beds to a private bar offering exquisite drinks and delicacies – every detail has been thoughtfully curated to create an experience of effortless elegance and comfort.
Gmundner Lodge is founded on a legacy that stretches back to 1492. Founded in Austria, Gmundner Keramik is the oldest ceramic company in Europe and remains a family business that is synonymous with the finest quality Austrian tableware. Working with indigenous groups in the field of arts and crafts, they provide a livelihood for these groups while developing the art of ceramics through their community-based Art & Aid Project.
Art & Aid Project: Creativity and community hand in hand.
“As most people know, Naturally Namibia is a partnership of independent yet like-minded Namibian tourism companies, each dedicated to delivering unique and authentic experiences while offering the highest level of service to our visiting guests. Our partners are deeply committed to protecting Namibia’s pristine wilderness and uplifting the communities around them, values that Gmundner truly lives and breathes. Their hospitality shines through in every detail: guides who speak with passion, a horse whisperer caring for the horses as if they were family, coffee you dream about long after leaving, breathtaking views, and genuine Namibian warmth at every turn. Their outreach to the San community in Donkerbos and Drimiopsis through the Art & Aid Project is truly inspiring and reflects exactly what Naturally Namibia stands for. Gmundner is a perfect fit for our family, and I look forward to working with Shanna and the entire Gmundner team,” says Miriam Schmidt on behalf of Naturally Namibia.
Gmundner’s range of activities will entertain even the most adventurous of travellers, and includes Kalahari drives, helicopter flights, ceramics painting, e-bike, horse riding, farm excursions, tennis and stargazing. There is also an on-site wellness centre with a gym, sauna and spa.
Fine Dining: A celebration of flavours in every dish.
“At Gmundner Lodge, we are immensely proud to stand alongside the Naturally Namibia family, a partnership rooted in shared values of sustainability, authenticity, individuality, and timeless hospitality.’ says Shanna Rae Groenewald of Gmundner, “To share the spirit of Gmundner with Naturally Namibia and with the world is an honour, and a reminder of why we do what we do: to celebrate place, craft, and the beauty of meaningful connection.”
Welcome to the Family, Gmundner! The future looks even brighter with you in it.
Photography:
Patricia Parinejad, @pascal__ok