The 10 best Lodges in Etosha National Park, Namibia

This Fort is unlike any other, the only one of its kind in Namibia, built in exactly the right spot to give our guests probably one of the best sunset views in the whole of Namibia. Overlooking the beautiful scarceness of the Etosha Pans, decorated only with its wild animals and hundreds of Camel Thorn trees that dot the landscape. Accommodation consists of twelve Bush Suites with fire places for the winter months and air coolers for the summer months. Each suite has an indoor and outdoor shower. The one and only Fort Suite is situated inside the Main Tower of the main complex. It has a large beautifully designed bedroom that leads into a lounge area and out onto a private viewing deck.

Guests rave about the view: the restaurant and chalets, situated on a hillock, offer magnificent views of the African bush savannah. All of the 65 double room chalets have air conditioners and mosquito nets, and a choice of three swimming pools between them. Apart from the restaurant and bar there is a wooden platform for sundowners high above the Mopani bush.

Situated only 25 kilometres from Andersons Gate at the edge of the magnificent Etosha National Park and close to the main road between the towns of Outjo and Okaukuejo; Toshari Lodge is ideally positioned for day visits into the park; on your own or on our expertly guided tours. A warm welcome awaits you. Toshari Lodge offers a range of accommodation options, including 22 Standard Rooms, 13 Luxury Rooms, 3 Family Rooms and 3 Campsites. Free WiFi is available throughout the property, and each room is equipped with mosquito nets, air-conditioning, a small outside sitting area from where you can enjoy the tranquil bush and a tea/coffee station for your convenience. All rooms have ensuite bathrooms, with essential amenities and laundry service is available at a small additional fee. The three private campsites each have their own ablution facilities, and hot water. Campers are welcome to use the facilities at the lodge whether it be drinks, meals, WiFi or a refreshing dip in the pool.

The well-established Ongava Lodge is situated along the southern boundary of Etosha National Park in the privately owned Ongava Game Reserve. Situated as it is close to the top of a hill in the foothills of the Ondundozonanandana Mountain Range, the vantage point is beautiful and overlooks a well-frequented waterhole and the plains beyond. Ongava Lodge offers luxury accommodation in 14 rock and thatch en-suite chalets. There are impressive views over the camp's waterhole from the main lounge and dining areas and there is also an inviting pool to cool off in the heat of the day. Meals are either served in the main dining area under thatch or on the dining deck under the stars.Activities include game drives into Etosha, visting hides, and nature drives and walks on the reserve. Ongava has resident white and black rhino, giving guests staying at Ongava the opportunity to see both species.

Onguma Forest Camp is now the new and more aptly re-named Onguma Etosha Aoba! “Tucked into the forest along the dry riverbed is an intimate and relaxed bush camp with a taste of yesteryear safari-style.” Situated in the forested area of a riverine environment, the recently renovated Onguma Forest Camp offers high thatched ceilings, an impressive wine cellar to complement delicious meals served under the stars, a refreshing swimming pool and an elevated viewing deck both overlooking a large and active waterhole.

Hobatere Lodge is strategically located 65 km north of Kamanjab on the western border of the Etosha National Park. The lodge has an airstrip and is situated in a concession area of 8,808 ha which is home to a wide selection of game, including elephant, giraffe, eland and Hartmann's zebra.

At just 14 km from the Etosha Andersson Gate on the C38, we are perfectly located. Mopane Village Lodge offers the ultimate in rugged refinement in the form of lodge and self-camp accommodation options at our amazing outdoor location. After a day in the wild guests can relax at the pool and enjoy campfire dinners under the stars as a perfect setting to relive the memory treasures of the day.

Mokuti Etosha Lodge is the closest lodge to the Etosha National Park. Just 50 meters outside the gates of Etosha National Park. Mokuti is the gateway to a unique safari experience as well as the perfect destination for incentives, weddings and honeymoons. Experience magical moments in Etosha National Park in our Game viewing vehicles or venture on your own, Experience sundowners and night drives on our property to compliment your experience that feeds your imagination, leaving you with tales to tell for many days and years to come. After your exciting journey a visit to Omulilo Spa, a place that evokes the perfect harmony between natural beauty and pure relaxation. All rooms are situated in chalets with thatched roofs in the widespread and tranquil gardens. A fully equipped gym, tennis courts and an awe-inspiring visit to the Ontouka snake park is an experience not to be missed. Enjoy the local delicacies of the various restaurants at Mokuti. Mokuti Etosha Lodge is ideal for families with all the various facilities, Stunning swimming pool nestled in expansive gardens create a feeling of total relaxation.