Etosha National Park, Namibia

Andersson's at Ongava

Name: Andersson’s at Ongava
Address: Etosha National Park

Luxury Ongava retreat with panoramic wilderness views

Exquisite lodge with exceptional African bush experiences

Anderssons at Ongava offers an unforgettable Namibian safari experience imbued with Afro-Mediterranean elegance. This extraordinary lodge invites you to explore nature with unparalleled comfort and style. From the moment sunlight filters through the mopane bush, awakening the landscape, Anderssons promises a seamless blend of relaxation and adventure.

The lodge’s nine suites serve as a harmonious extension of the surrounding environment. Constructed with natural stone and warm wood elements, each suite is a sanctuary of tranquility, featuring climate-controlled interiors and expansive glass frontages that frame the wilderness. Step onto your private viewing deck, where a sweeping 180-degree panorama immerses you in the sights and sounds of Ongava Game Reserve. Wildlife viewing becomes a part of your daily routine as the animals roam freely here, often within view of your suite.

Central to the lodge is a bar and relaxation area that seamlessly integrates with the landscape, overlooking a vibrant waterhole. Here, you can gather in convivial surroundings, sipping cocktails while observing wildlife. Nearby, the Ongava Research Centre invites you to delve into the cutting-edge efforts that drive conservation and expands understanding of African ecology.

Begin a day here with an early morning game drive in an open 4×4 vehicle. For a different perspective, venture into the underground photographic hide, where you can capture intimate moments of wildlife at eye level. Back at the lodge, the infinity-edge pool is a serene oasis that is perfect for cooling off under the African sun. Relax in the library, taking in the tranquil ambiance and panoramic waterhole views.

Highlights

Relax in spacious suites with private viewing decks that give panoramic views of the Ongava wilderness

Savour Afro-Mediterranean-inspired cuisine in a dining area that offers breathtaking vistas of the African bush

Cool off while soaking in the beauty of the surrounding landscape in the infinity-edge pool

Capture wildlife in their natural habitat and without disturbance from the secluded photographic hide

Embark on expertly led game drives in open 4x4 vehicles

Modern house with large windows at dusk, under a vibrant purple and orange sky.

A cozy bedroom with a warm light, looking out onto an autumnal landscape through a glass door.

Aerial view of a unique circular building with a green roof in a dry landscape.

Rhinos by a waterhole under a night sky with a bright moon.

Person photographing zebras through a viewing window.

A serene wooden patio with two chairs and a small table overlooking a sunset in a peaceful landscape.

Open-air dining area with tables under a thatched roof at dusk, overlooking a serene, dusky landscape.

Cozy interior of a room with large windows overlooking a sundrenched landscape.

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