Onguma Forest Camp
Onguma Nature Reserve C38, Namutoni, Etosha National Park
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Why people book this hotel
“Great lodge design Closeness to animals Natural local materials Very very fr…”
“Top Lodge, Top Service”
“The location is fantastic and close to the Etosha gate”
“Lovely location in the forest with lots of birdlife and animals such as kudu at …”
“Food was great, view from lodge, room and service of the staff was amazing”
“Beautifully spacious and comfortable rooms tastefully decorated with the outside…”
“The amazing dinner and breakfast, and the game drives were also very nice”
“A group of 5 elephants came to drink there while we were having breakfast which …”
“The friendliness and care of the staff, the beautifull accommodation, the food a…”
Overview
With garden views, Onguma Forest Camp is situated in Namutoni and has a restaurant, room service, bar, garden, year-round outdoor pool and terrace. The lodge features both WiFi and private parking free of charge. There is a private bathroom with shower and free toiletries in each unit, along with a hairdryer. Breakfast is available each morning, and includes buffet, à la carte and continental options. Onguma Private Game Reserve is 10 km from Onguma Forest Camp, while Ovambo Military Memorial is 32 km from the property.
Traveller reviews
Yauhen
extended_group
April 28, 2026
“Amazing camp!”
We loved everything about the property. The reserve is just on the edge of Etosha, very conveniently located and absolutely beautiful. Our house was beautifully decorated, with lots of thoughtful details. The amazing dinner and breakfast, and the game drives were also very nice. I wish we could stay there for longer, make sure you spend enough time there to fully enjoy it.
Andrea
couple
March 27, 2026
“Very impressive and close to nature lodge with wonderful open air close to the animals dining and great guides”
Great lodge design Closeness to animals Natural local materials Very very friendly and competent staff , especially the guide
Uwe
couple
January 10, 2026
Top Lodge, Top Service
Jaco
extended_group
September 28, 2025
We loved our experience at Onguma. Because it has its own wildlife and it is on the doorstep of Etosha, it feels like it is an extention of the Etosha experience. The friendliness and care of the staff, the beautifull accommodation, the food and the wateringhole with loads of animals right next to the swimmingpool made it an awesome stay.
Anna
family_with_children
July 15, 2025
“Great for viewing animals up close”
Lovely lodge in the forest in a private reserve which boarders Etosha. Very nice staff & good food. There is a water hole right by the restaurant area. A group of 5 elephants came to drink there while we were having breakfast which was amazing. We highly recommend the sundowner drive within the Onguma reserve. Our guide (Jason) was fantastic & very informative and we saw an elephant, lions and white rhinos. You get a lot closer to the animals than when you’re in Etosha and there are max 3 vehicles at any one place so it doesn’t feel too crowded.
Ronnie
extended_group
April 15, 2025
“Amazing place, great service and game drives! We`ll be back!”
The pictures of this place was beautiful, but the reality was better. We had 2 nights and 3 days here, and it exceeded our expectations. Food was great, view from lodge, room and service of the staff was amazing. We had 2 sundowner drives and one sunrise drive. Saw lots of animals, favourite was 2 big males roaring on a sunrise drive and 2 lionesses hunting on a sundowner drive. All drives we had was with other people, which just added to the fun. Since we wanted to go back with our families/kids next time in Namibia, we asked to see th Bush Camp as well. They obliged and got a guided tour of the camp and talk to the manager. Couldn`t ask for more and ended up eating lunch at the bush camp whick was also very beautiful. We had dik diks outside our bungalow many times and Go Away birds as well. Really enjoyed ourselves :)
Rachit
couple
October 1, 2024
The location is fantastic and close to the Etosha gate. Elizabeth was a great host all through our trip and the staff was very polite and courteous. The waterhole is amazing with a variety of animals coming over during the day.
Andi
couple
August 12, 2024
“Highly recommended”
Friendly staff, good service. Relaxing stay. Dinner is delicious. We saw four lions and three pairs of baby and mama giraffes during our morning game drive.
Mathew
couple
August 11, 2024
“Lovely and enchanting!”
The setting is beautiful and its largeness permits privacy for each of the facilities!
Francois
family_with_children
July 20, 2024
“It was a dream staying here”
Stunning setting, close to Namutoni in private game reserve. Beautifully spacious and comfortable rooms tastefully decorated with the outsides blending in perfectly with surroundings.
Anna
family_with_children
July 17, 2024
“Superb lodge in lovely setting”
Lovely location in the forest with lots of birdlife and animals such as kudu at the waterhole. The beautiful open planned restaurant & bar overlooks the waterhole & there’s also a raised area for a campfire in the evening. Friendly and welcoming staff. Excellent food which was cooked on an open bbq by a campfire in the night we stayed.
Ralf
couple
June 29, 2024
“Friendliest lodge with best service on our trip.”
One word: excellent
David
couple
March 21, 2024
“The staff, food and game viewing were absolutely brilliant. Will recommend to all our friends. Thank you for the best ex”
The whole experience was fabulous.
Ernst
couple
March 21, 2024
We enjoyed the stay a lot, very close to the Etosha National Park, all staff were very friendly and professional, food was delicious 😁👍☀️
DARIUSZ
couple
February 21, 2024
“Beatiful place”
Very beautiful location.Very good staff.
Brendan Oliver
couple
February 8, 2024
“A 3 star lodge for a 4 star price in a 5 star location”
nice lodge, wonderful staff, perfect safari possibilities, perfectly sitzated
Brooke
couple
January 25, 2024
Perfect location for Etosha national park. Set in its own private game reserve so lots to see. The watering hole fabulous with lots of visiting Kudu and zebra. The best part was the food! Amazing! 5*! Our waiter Kumolo (not sure of the spelling - sorry) was very attentive and his service was impeccable. Definitely will be back.
Rob
family_with_children
December 19, 2023
“A restorative and tranquil experience and made especially unique by the staff and location.”
The chef's ability to prepare hot, flavourful food was excellent. Our Etosha trip was a short six days, and the food was far above the average meals at Halali and Dolomite, especially compared to Dolomite being a like-for-like facility. We loved the camp's layout around the waterhole and the shaded respite from the day's heat. The staff, especially Moses, was attentive and on point regarding hospitality. He was gentle and accommodating and always made sure we were comfortable. (Unlike the lack of hospitality we received at the other two establishments). We avid birders love seeing and experiencing the different bird life at Onguma Forest Camp.
Giusva
couple
December 14, 2023
Everything
Kalcher
couple
December 7, 2023
Great waterhole with lots of Kudu, Steenbock and giraffe
Facilities
Activities
Spa and wellness centre, Massage, Spa facilities, Back massage, Foot massage, Couples massage, Head massage, Full body massage, Game drives, Walking tours, Themed dinner nights
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Entertainment and family services
Board games/puzzles
Food & Drink
Breakfast options, Restaurant, Bar, Special diet menus (on request), Wine/champagne, Coffee house on site
Food & drink safety
All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
General
Heating, Non-smoking throughout, Air conditioning, Designated smoking area, Non-smoking rooms, Family rooms, Safety deposit box
Internet
Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi
Outdoors
Outdoor furniture, Outdoor fireplace, Outdoor pool, Sun terrace, Outdoor pool (all year), Garden, Terrace
Parking
Parking, Free parking, Parking on site, Private parking
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed
Pool and wellness
Pool with view, Pool/beach towels, Swimming pool, Swimming Pool, Sun loungers or beach chairs, Sun umbrellas
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
Carbon monoxide detector, Carbon monoxide sources, 24-hour security, Smoke alarms, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Access to health care professionals, Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available
Services
Daily housekeeping, Concierge service, Private check-in/check-out, Luggage storage, Packed lunches, Tour desk, Room service, Ironing service, Laundry
Standard Twin Room
The twin room provides air conditioning, a private entrance, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 2 beds.
Quadruple Room
The spacious quadruple room features air conditioning, a private entrance, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower. The unit has 4 beds.
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