Discover the Beauty of Namibia
Nestled in the heart of the Ongava Game Reserve, Anderssons at Ongava stands as a haven of contemporary styling with a touch of Afro-Mediterranean flair, presenting a bold vision for ecotourism. Named after Charles Andersson, an early European explorer of the wonders of Etosha Pan, this lodge offers exceptional game-spotting opportunities, allowing guests to marvel at wildlife from the comfort of their rooms.
The central bar and relaxation area, strategically positioned to overlook a bustling waterhole, seamlessly blend into the landscape, providing a panoramic view of wildlife in convivial surroundings. Anderssons at Ongava is home to the Ongava Research Centre, a hub of scientific excellence dedicated to expanding humanity’s knowledge of African bush wildlife and ecology.
Designed with a deep connection to the wild, the lodge features a waterhole and nearby underground viewing hide, offering guests a water-level perspective of Ongava Game Reserve’s prolific wild and birdlife. The centrally positioned infinity-edge swimming pool and surrounding lounge area provide sheltered nooks for relaxation with views of the waterhole and beyond.
The social area, where guests gather for meals and share experiences, includes an undercover and open-air dining area, a spacious lounge and bar, a sunken observation terrace, and open fireplaces to ward off the winter chill. The camp also caters to specialist photographic parties with a dedicated photographic nook for image review and editing.
For a deeper understanding of the region’s scientific endeavours, guests can explore features such as a uniquely Namibian curio shop, library, complimentary Wi-Fi, and connectivity to research data developed through years of cutting-edge scientific efforts on Ongava.
Within the camp’s bounds lies the Ongava Research Centre, where resident scientists work both in the lab and within the Game Reserve. Guests interested in interfacing with the science and research can visit the Ongava Visitor Centre, which houses a self-guided exhibition area. Additionally, the adjacent 36-seat auditorium is designed for interactive presentations and discussions, adding an educational dimension to the guests’ wildlife experience.
Anderssons at Ongava offers a contemporary accommodation experience with various room types designed to immerse guests in the surrounding wilderness. While specific details on the number of rooms are not provided, the lodge ensures a comfortable and stylish stay.
The rooms feature breathtaking contemporary styling with a touch of Afro-Mediterranean flair, allowing guests to enjoy the natural beauty of the Ongava Game Reserve from the comfort of their accommodations. The lodge’s design emphasises a connection to the wild, offering intimate views of the prolific wildlife and birdlife through waterhole-facing rooms.
The suites at Anderssons at Ongava are meticulously crafted to seamlessly blend with the surrounding landscape. Incorporating rocks and other natural elements, the design mirrors the environment and the dramatic allure of Etosha. Constructed with natural stone and featuring a spacious, solid build with an innovative roof structure, these suites provide guests with a climate-controlled sanctuary amidst the bush.
Anderssons at Ongava offers various suite options, including Standard Suites and a Family Unit. Each suite is a testament to thoughtful design, ensuring a harmonious connection with the natural surroundings. Additionally, guests can indulge in the tranquillity of their private viewing deck, offering a 180-degree panorama to immerse themselves in the breathtaking beauty of the wilderness.
Full- or half-day guided morning game drives in the Etosha National Park, Namibia’s prime savannah wilderness area, allow you to see the massive salt-pan and perennial springs that provide the water required by the Park’s high-density big game population. Full day activity on request and comes with packed lunch.
Offered seasonally at Anderssons at Ongava and subject to an available walking guide, the guided nature walks through the reserve will proudly showcase the abundant array of life, from the unusual plants to the arid-adapted animals with a chance of potentially approaching white rhino.
Guided afternoon/evening game drives take place on the private Ongava Game Reserve. The reserve is famed for its population of rhino and lion, as well as other game such as the endemic black-faced impala.
Guests can interface with science and research across Anderssons at Ongava, and part of this experience is an immersion into the world of natural history and science at the new Ongava Visitor Centre. With dozens of in-depth displays that feature information on the geology, animals, plants and ecological functioning of this fascinating region, guests are encouraged to meander through the self-guided exhibition area.
