Namibia lodges range from authentic and rustic desert lodges, to more of a barefoot luxury experience. In Namibia, you don’t find the world’s most lavish lodges but ones which are luxuriously in fitting with their surroundings. However, there are plenty of options which offer chic and tasteful luxury for you to return to after a day of exploration. Comparatively to the rest of safari Africa, the “fly in” lodges are not too expensive either; though they are very remote, and as such, the flights can add up to mean you need quite deep pockets to explore a few regions in one trip.
Shipwreck Lodge Namibia: The best authentic desert lodge in Namibia
Shipwreck Lodge is the best example of those who want to experience Namibia in all its glory, don’t want to do this in halves, and don’t want added luxuries which may take away from this experience. The aptly named Shipwreck Lodge is designed to replicate a historical shipwreck you can find on the coast of this eerie land. The rooms are relatively small but offer a real experience in themselves. You can imagine what it might have been like to be held captive by this harsh and unforgiving land as so many have been in the past… Though you are in perfect comfort whilst doing so!
This lodge is utterly unique and to stay here will cost you around $1,000 per person per night. There are cheaper options out there though, so if you want a place to base yourself which isn’t quite so costly, then let us know. However the flights make up much of many people’s budget, so really, to do Namibia well you have to have quite a big budget.
The best desert-chic lodge in Namibia
At the top end of Namibia’s lodges is undoubtedly Hoanib Skeleton Coast from Wilderness Safaris which is the ultimate desert chic getaway. Aside from its location in the heart of a beautiful scenic backdrop in an area which is peppered with a fantastic array of desert adapted species, Hoanib is fabulous inside as well as out. You are welcomed by a sleek design, warming fires and elegant, spacious rooms. We absolutely love it. You can stay here for around $1,500 per person per night… This is the very top end of Namibia accommodation, and when you compare it to the rest of safari Africa, this is not a huge amount for the experience you get.
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Namib Outpost - Sossusvlei
Our View
Namib Outpost is a beautiful lodge tucked into the granite outcrops that is synonymous with the Sesriem/Sossusvlei region. The camp is very good value for money and provides a beautiful spot in which to base yourself to explore Sossusvlei and its surrounds. Being small and intimate, there is a real lodge feel here and with little extras such as the sundowner deck and an extra bed to sleep under the stars, it rivals any camp in the area.
Our Rating:
Cost: $450
Okonjima Bush Camp - Okonjima
Our View
Okonjima Bush Camp provides a wonderful opportunity to immerse yourself within a true safari setting, whilst being able to explore a beautiful game reserve. Spending time with some of the continents rarest creatures is what Okonjima is all about about we think that Bush Camp is the place to stay here. It is head and shoulders above its sister Plains Camp.
Our Rating:
Cost: $560
Okonjima Plains Camp - Okonjima
Our View
Okonjima Plains Camp provides a very good value opportunity to enjoy Okonjima Nature Reserve, with the same excellent activities and guiding that Bush Camp can offer. However it's large size detracts from that true safari feel and we feel that if you are to visit Okonjima, then Bush Camp is the more preferable accommodation.
Our Rating:
Cost: $250
Ongava Lodge - Etosha
Our View
Ongava Game lodge is the largest of Wilderness Safaris lodges in Etosha and ultimately are least favourite. As much as we appreciate the quality of the operational side of this lodge we don’t see the point of spending the same amount here as at Ongava Tented Lodge but getting what we believe is a far less quality experience. In our view the only reason to stay here would be because clients are hesitant about staying in a tented camp! It is rare for us not to like a Wilderness Safaris lodge – they are after all the best operator in the whole of Southern Africa but as much as this lodge is quite good value, the experience at Ongava Tented right next door is far superior.
Our Rating:
Cost: $837
Ongava Tented Lodge - Etosha
Our View
Ongava Tented Camp is a charming small tented camp in a private reserve owned by Wilderness Safaris just outside Etosha. There are only eight rooms here, all of which look over a small watering hole that attracts game throughout the day and night. The camp is stylish, very well run and is beautifully unpretentious. The location enables guests to make use of the private reserve it is located in but also to game drive into Etosha. Overall a great little camp and our first choice for good value accommodation in Etosha.Our Rating:
Cost: $837
Onguma Bush Camp - Etosha
Our View
Onguma Bush Camp is exceptionally good value for money and perfect for families with children. You get a sprinkling of all the luxuries you could need - including a pool - but for a fraction of the cost as you would get on safari in other southern African countries.
Our Rating:
Cost: $182
Onguma Camp Kala - Etosha
Our View
Opened in 2022, Onguma Camp Kala is one of Etosha National Park’s crown jewels. It’s exclusive, slick, and importantly, located on the banks of an action-packed waterhole - meaning you don’t even have to leave the luxury of camp to be on safari.
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Cost: $1,338
Onguma Forest Camp - Etosha
Our View
Onguma Forest Camp is a barefoot luxury safari experience that takes things back to basics, but with a sprinkling of safari romance. Recently renovated - and formerly called Onguma Etosha Aoba - this camp is a brilliant value for money, with everything you could possibly want for an authentic and memorable safari experience.
Our Rating:
Cost: $170
Onguma Tented Camp - Etosha
Our View
Onguma Tented Camp is old school safari romance, with elegant dining and the draw of a brilliant waterhole out the front of camp which acts like a magnet to passing wildlife. It’s chic, luxurious, but still has the under canvas safari magic, where you feel totally immersed in the surrounding nature.
Our Rating:
Cost: $815
Onguma The Fort - Etosha
Our View
Onguma’s The Fort’s name is warranted. The desert-coloured geometric complex sits in the middle of the Etosha with brilliant views into the surrounding pans. Set in amongst 100s of camel thorn trees, it feels like The Fort could have been there for years, weaving in and out of its natural surroundings. It’s also exceptionally good value for money.
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Cost: $573
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