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Okonjima Luxury Bush Camp

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8/10

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Highlights

- Luxurious chalets with views
- Walking trails and game drives
- Leopard sustainability programme
- AfriCat carnivore care centre

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Overview

Designed in honour of Okonjima’s cattle-farming history, and situated in Okinjima Game Reserve in Namibia, this luxury bush camp offers guests a great base from which to spot some of the best game in the region. Sightings of wild dog and spotted hyena are common, along with the chance to see rare species such as rhino and pangolin; if very lucky, the elusive leopard might even reveal itself.

Guest accommodation consists of a variety of abodes serving different purposes. There are 8 thatched African-style chalets, with semi-detached, open lounges or ‘salas’. Each chalet is isolated, ensuring privacy, and features two queen-sized beds, and comfortable leather chairs. The luxurious honeymoon junior-suite provides stunning views of the surrounding plains and comprises an en-suite lounge with fireplace, a bathtub, and a wheelchair-friendly outdoor ‘Bush’ shower. There’s also a birdbath outside each chalet to attract birds right up to the chalet front doors.

Communal facilities are found in the Lapa, a main structure which takes the form of an indigenous camelthorn pod. It includes a kitchen and dining area, separate lounges with fireplaces, outdoor fireplaces, and a private swimming pool overlooking the grassy plains.

There are a number of activities on offer in Okonjima Nature Reserve. Today’s visitors are privileged to play their part in a long-term project relating to the sustainability of the local leopard populations by collecting and collating data with their professional guides. While AfriCat’s Cheetah Rehabilitation Project has ceased due to the density of rival species threatening the success of the initiative, a highly informative visit to the AfriCat Carnivore Care and Information Centre where old or vulnerable carnivores are looked after in captivity is strongly recommended – it’s a genuine pleasure to enjoy AfriCat’s educational afternoon trail, followed by a relaxing sundowner complete with wildlife spotting opportunities. The reserve also offers interactive, off-the-beaten-track nature trails which cleverly combine game drives with short guided walks, along with the chance to seek out some of the 250 bird species in the region.

Families with children over the age of 12 are welcome at the Luxury Bush Camp. Although there are no child-care services, and opportunities for children to participate in activities are limited, facilities are family-friendly with a pool, lovely gardens and comfortable surroundings to enjoy. The guided nature trails, which combine short walks with game drives, make for a popular family choice.

What customers are saying after travelling with Tourdust

Average Rating

based on 540 reviews

(5.00/5)

  • We had such a good holiday. You did a fantastic job!

    The house in Marrakesh was ridiculous. We effectively had it to ourselves. The accommodation was borderline palatial.

    I actually think that the time we had in Marrakesh was sufficient. We could potentially have done a day by a pool but I think we’d done enough souk-ing by the end of Day Two.

    The hotel in the mountains was a shade more rustic than I was expecting, but all great fun. Stunning views. The guide / mule / cook team were excellent and our guide (Hassan) tailored the treks to our capabilities well. He was superb, and really made an effort with the kids. The second and third day of trekking were particularly good. Such an adventure for the kids.

    All the logistics worked seamlessly. Every aspect went like clockwork. Top marks. The advice on tipping was also much appreciated (I hate thinking that I’m getting mugged off or am potentially not giving enough…).

    From my seven-year-old son:

    I thought it was GREAT. The food was amazing and the culture was very interesting. My favourite bit was scrambling up rocks in the Atlas Mountains.

    In retrospect, I’d probably do the trip in reverse. Flopping on the roof terrace after the rigours of the mountains would have been even more satisfying.

    MissingHenry O reviewing Boutique Marrakech & Atlas Mountains on 05 June 2025

  • We had an extraordinary time. It was magical and we couldn't hav asked or hoped for more. Thank you both so much for all of your time and assistance.

    MissingEmma M reviewing Best of Botswana for Families on 18 November 2024

  • We had an amazing experience - absolutely loved it.
    Mohamed and Said were great and very patient especially with me going downhill - was quite nervous about the scree slopes and paths.

    Will be a trip we remember forever

    MissingMaritta B reviewing Atlas Valleys & Villages Trek - Value on 11 November 2024

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