Discover the Beauty of Namibia
Onguma Tented Camp is an enchanting haven where sophistication meets relaxation, and elegance harmonises with the earth. The camp, aptly named “the place you don’t want to leave” in the local Herero language, is nestled in the heart of the African wilderness. Set approximately 60 metres from a lively watering hole, the camp provides an exceptional vantage point for observing the captivating wildlife that graces the surrounding area. The main building and its seven private tents exemplify safari chic, offering an exclusive and elegant retreat for discerning travellers seeking a unique and immersive safari experience.
Onguma Tented Camp unveils a refined escape with its seven private tents, each a sanctuary of comfort and style. The camp’s atmosphere is adorned with elegant dining experiences, seamlessly complemented by the daily theatre of wildlife unfolding around the nearby watering hole. These tents, a striking study in contrasts inspired by the textures of the bush, showcase a perfect fusion of sleek modernity and the natural environment. Stone, suede, linen, and steel intertwine to create a sophisticated setting that resonates with the surrounding landscape.
The accommodation features a range of thoughtful amenities, ensuring guests experience both luxury and a genuine connection with the wilderness. The inviting lounge sofas provide the perfect perch for observing nature’s theatre, while the rim flow pool offers a refreshing respite under the African sun. For those seeking a more leisurely pace, relaxing on the private patio with a good book becomes an exercise in tranquillity. Onguma Tented Camp beckons guests to embrace the serenity of nature, presenting an unparalleled blend of opulence and the untamed beauty of the African landscape.
Indulge in the epitome of comfort with our Luxury Tent at Onguma Tented Camp, where refined elegance meets the untamed wilderness. This luxurious retreat features a well-appointed interior, complete with both indoor and outdoor showers, a relaxing bath, a separate toilet for added privacy, and a convenient desk space. Immerse yourself in the breathtaking surroundings as the tent offers sweeping views overlooking the lively waterhole. Onguma Tented Camp’s Luxury Tent provides a harmonious blend of opulent amenities and the captivating beauty of the African landscape, ensuring an unforgettable safari experience.
The Dream Cruiser is Onguma’s newest and most unique under the stars sleep-out experience.
Arriving in time to enjoy sundowners and take a tour of your overnight accommodation, this sleep out in the wilderness of the reserve is on our custom built Land Cruiser, featuring a full bathroom on the lower deck and a bedroom with lounge area on the upper deck.
A night on the Dream Cruiser calls for al fresco picnic-style dining is delivered by our chef for you to enjoy as the evening turns to night and the stars dance in all their glory. A ranger is on call via a two-way radio, so make the most of this time and relax in the safety and complete comfort of this unique space.
After a good night’s rest, you can enjoy morning tea/coffee with homemade rusks before being collected for breakfast at the lodge.
Onguma’s fabulous new water-level hide affords guests a great opportunity to calmly sit and enjoy nature unobserved. Amateur and professional photographers alike love the angles and light from this equipped hide.
There is a small ablution facility nearby, benches from which to view the surroundings and lots of windows and vantage points for creative camera angles.
Onguma Nature Reserve consists of 34 000 hectares of Namibian wilderness & is home to numerous plains game, more than 300 bird species and even 4 of the Big 5. The Reserve boasts over thirty different animal species. Plains game roam freely on the Reserve and predators although not always easy to spot, are nevertheless common residents of the area. Lions and Cheetahs are frequently seen and often heard. There is a healthy black rhino and leopard population and hyenas are also often seen and heard.
Etosha is a 22 750 km² wildlife sanctuary in Namibia – one of Africa’s most stable and accessible countries. Etosha, meaning ‘place of dry water’, and refers to a flat calcrete depression (or pan) of about 5 000km². The ‘Pan’ (overlooked by the Onguma Reserve) provides a great, parched, silver-white backdrop of shimmering mirages to an area of semi-arid savannah grassland and thorn scrub. The pan itself contains water only after very good rains and sometimes for only a few days each year, but is enough to stimulate the growth of a blue-green algae which lures thousands of flamingos.
Johan, our resident therapist, is a professional massage therapist with over 15 years experience, having lived and worked at renowned Wellness Centres in Asia and Africa. His passion for and dedication to massage therapy originated in the East, where he was trained and educated from the best teachers in their respective fields. Having the opportunity to spend considerable time with monks in Thailand, has also led him to incorporate focused awareness into his massage therapies.