Erongo Wilderness Lodge
For a faster route between Damaraland and the south, cutting out Swakopmund and the coast, drive via Erongo and stay at the peaceful Erongo Wilderness Lodge, in the Erongo Mountains.This enchanting eight-tent lodge, is built into huge rock boulders, with breath-taking views over the surrounding wilderness.Walking either unaccompanied or with the knowledgeable guides, is the best way to experience ...
Goche Ganas
Goche Ganas is within a 6000 hectare nature reserve, just 29 kilometres outside of Windhoek.Gocheganas is a luxury wellness retreat which is lovely way to start or end a journey around Namibia. The lodge is perched on a hilltop with spectacular surrounding views, various antelope and 25 different large game species including Rhino. Accommodation The 16 thatched chalets are beautifully decorat...
Heinitzburg Hotel
Heinitzburg Hotel is the Ritz of Windhoek. A small, converted castle with impressive views over the city and mountains, this formal ‘Relais & Chateaux’ hotel offers 5-star luxury.It is well situated for exploring Windhoek – just a 10-15 minute walk to the centre. Commissioned in 1941 by Count von Schwerin as a gift for his fiancée, the hotel has retained much of its origin...
Okonjima Collection
If you don’t want a night in the capital, head straight out to Okonjima, just two or three hours north, on the road to Etosha. You’ll find it just south of Otjiwarongo.Here, big cats are the main attraction. Okonjima is the home of the conservation charity, Africat Foundation, and here you can get close to rescued cheetah, leopard, lion and even caracal. The foundation aims to rehabili...
Olive Grove
For something romantic and funky/stylish in Windhoek, try Olive Grove, an upmarket guesthouse, close to the city centre in a quiet area.There are eleven rooms, some of which have their own large verandah. The open-air lounge, spa bath, plunge pool and tranquil garden invite you to relax.It also serves excellent food on request. For families or those seeking privacy, choose one of the self-containe...
Waterberg Rest Camp
Waterberg Camp is the newly renovated government rest camp, situated inside the national park in an excellent location on the edge of the plateau.This camp offers quality accommodation for your holiday in Namibia, a good restaurant and guided walks and drives on the plateau.Some units have disabled access, and this must be requested at time of booking....
Waterberg Wilderness Lodge
Waterberg Wilderness Lodge is a very hospitable restored farmhouse, surrounded by the cliffs of the Waterberg Plateau.The lodge has comfortable rooms, excellent food and offers superbly guided walks on the plateau. Just off the Etosha – Windhoek road, it is an ideal stop at the start or the finish of your Namibian journey....
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