Situated in the heart of Owamboland, just outside Etosha National Park
Communal tourism is still in the fledgling stages. However, an increasing number of indigenous people are starting to take fate into their own hands by getting actively involved in the tourism industry. One such example is the Ongula Traditional Homestead Lodge near Ohangwena.
Built within the boundaries of an active homestead, Ongula is the first lodge in Namibia to introduce visitors to the authentic, traditional lifestyle of the Ovambo, the largest cultural group in the country. Stopping over at Ongula is a definite “must” when travelling the area north of Etosha National Park.
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Namibia is best visited between May and October when safari viewing is at its best. Between the winter months of May and July, daytime temperatures are moderate, while nights can get quite cold, so remember to pack a warm jacket. The veld fills with baby animals during the summer months of November and December. This is also an excellent time for birders as many migrant bird species have returned. The rainy season is from November to April, resulting in dramatic thundershowers and even desert flooding.
Rooms
Luxury Rondawel
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Each Luxury Rondawel is uniquely decorated and offers 2 Twin Beds, Private en-suite facilities ( with shower only), Tea/ Coffee station, Mosquito Nets and gauze sliding doors and Enclosed veranda
Family Room
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Family Luxury Rondawel is uniquely decorated and offers 2 Twin Beds, Private en-suite facilities ( with shower only), Tea/ Coffee station, Mosquito Nets and gauze sliding doors and Enclosed veranda. 3 adults can also be accomodated.
Female Volunteer Yurts
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Male Volunteer Yurts
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Campsite
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Terraced and leveled with clean sand, shared ablution facility with Shower (cold), electricity points, running tap water and shades.