Okahirongo Elephant Lodge

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Okahirongo Elephant Lodge

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Purros, Purros Conservancy in the Kunene Streek, Purros, Namibia

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Nestled in the remote beauty of Namibia’s Kaokoland, this chic lodge combines luxury with endless outdoor adventures, striking views, and exceptional hospitality.  

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These 7 New Safari Lodges Are Worth Planning a Trip Around

"After an extensive refurbishment by Sanctuary Retreats, this hideaway in Namibia’s arid Kaokoland region is the perfect place for spotting desert-adapted elephants, giraffes, and zebras." - Travel + Leisure Editors

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Louise M

Google
The combination of a very luxurious lodge in a very remote location - Namibia’s northwest close to the Angola border – and the very friendly staff made our two-night all-inclusive stay at Okahirongo Elephant Lodge so memorable – including two activities each day. Expensive? Yes. Worth it? Definitely! The meals were five-star, great wine, attentive waitresses and beautiful, rugged scenery. Special thanks to Dieter, Dana and Dione from their family-owned Ondjamba Safaris who booked this accommodation for us as part of our 14-day guided Namibian highlights tour. Dieter knows the remote, rugged Purros area very well and made sure we had a very competent, safe driver. The ‘roads’ are an ‘experience’! The highlight of our stay was spending a morning visiting the authentic nearby Himba village with Okahirongo’s guide Day and his assistant guide Mourhenye to meet some of the tribe who still live a very traditional life. A lifelong dream for my partner – and now lifelong memories for both of us of a very special region. That afternoon, Day and Mourhenye took us ‘on safari’ to try and find one of about 12 rare desert-adapted elephants in the Purros Conservancy. For nearly three hours, they used their superb ‘bushmen’ skills to track down an elephant for us. They were as excited as us to drive around a corner and spot one. They patiently waited while we took LOTS of photos from the safety of our VERY comfortable safari jeep. They topped off this magical day by setting up a picnic table/linen tablecloth and drinks – we enjoyed G&T – on the top of a mountain overlooking roaming giraffes while we admired a gorgeous sunset – with no other car or person in sight. We are now huge fans of the Namibian tradition of a ‘Sundowner’ – ‘happy hour’ in the African bush at sunset. Special thanks also to the very friendly and professional Hilma, from Okahirongo Elephant Lodge, who regularly checked in with us to ensure we were having the best experience there. And, finally, a huge thanks to the brilliant housekeeping staff – our washing was returned ‘gift-wrapped’ in paper and our dirty suitcases were cleaned. And it was very emotional leaving with all the staff outside to farewell us with their traditional singing and dancing.

Nicholas F

Google
Unforgettable experience staying at Elephant Lodge on our honeymoon. The setting is extremely beautiful and remote, rarely do you get to enjoy the complete silence that can be experienced here during the night. Enchanting experience being so close to nature and all of the animals nearby. The staff were exceptional, and it was a pleasure to get to know them through the course of our stay. Our guide, Edison, was very knowledgable and helpful. Special thanks also to Hilma, the manager on site, who went above and beyond to help us with an issue we had with our car. Would definitely recommend, and hope that we will be back in the not-to-distant future! N & J.||P.S. the food was also delicious!

David M

Google
In the middle of nowhere sprouts this luxury lodge. The infinity pool is wonderful . Only 6 sun beds but lots of lounge areas to sit in next to the pool. The room was unique with a walk way separating the bedroom and bathroom. The out door shower was Devine. There is a walk in indoor shower as well. Coffee & tea making facilities such a plus. Plenty of drinking water in the rooms. Love the big front entry door. Make use of the comfy sun sofas on your private lookout verandah. Our ranger pronounced to us as ‘OneA’ (spelt differently) was fantastic. Nothing was a problem for him. Changing plans was no hassle. He is Himba and knows his stuff. A truly memorable experience. We stayed 4 nights as we chartered a plane to get there. Landing in Puros airstrip 30 mins drive from the lodge. Stay at least 2 to 3 nights to really take it all in.

HannuShares Africa

Google
This is a special lodge on a very special location. You have to be there to understand what is so special, go there you will not regret it. The staff are very friendly and knowledgeable to aid you in understanding this harsh environment with the special people that live there. All rooms are very special and well placed with privacy and stunning views. The pool, bar, and restaurant you will remember long after you have left

Anisa White

Google
We came here from long hours drive. The place is so beautiful and elegant, but the part with the service and stuff have to be improved. Unfortunately, there’s only two people that we met were really able to be in a standard in the hotel. No connection, poor activities, basic food and low service.

Old Man R

Google
We had misgivings about staying here for several reasons, including cost. But all went well in the booking process with our questions being answered promptly and thoroughly. We went and it was a god choice.||We normally explore areas with our own vehicle but due to recent heavy rains this may have proved a bit foolhardy as the river was still flowing and the sand soft. Even on arrival in Purros we were pleased to find that they had kindly sent a vehicle to guide us over the river Hoarusib to the Lodge on the hill above. That was a start to a pleasant stay.||The architecture is a bit quirky, in reminded me of Lilliput in the Disney film, but it works internally. There are about 8 bungalows set along a ridge divided by the central communal areas such as office, pool, lounges and restaurants. I say restaurants (plural) as there were several rooms where private dining would be possible but as we were almost the only guests that was a bit academic during our stay.||All was immaculately clean and maintained.||Our bungalow was well equipped and fitted out and was one of the nicest of places. The bedroom was accessed from a gate to a small lobby and on the other side was the bathroom complete with bath and washbasins as well as shower stall . A really nice idea. At the end of the lobby/hall was a lounge and sunbed on a small balcony/stoop with tremendous views out over the harsh desert lands and mountains. There was much to look sat from a family of Ostrich to a daily parade of Springbok going about their business in total security. I dare say elephant and other large mammals pass by in season as there were many animal tracks criss crossing the desert.||Meals were very nicely cooked from a choice of main courses. The was a hint of italian in the cooking process and when I enquired if the chef was italian, I was proudly told that she was 'pure blood Himba'. As the informant was proudly Ovambo it was good to see that the lodge was providing good work for local Namibian people.||Due to the conditions I took advantage of their game drives each morning and their guide 'Wahni' was excellent and hard working in seeking out wildlife and birds as well as explaining the local way of life and its interaction with wildlife.||All in all a very nice place to stay for a few days in teh sparse Purros area and we plan to return again on our next trip.

CCWestFinchampstead

Google
After 4 nights at Okahirongo River Camp we moved to Elephant Lodge. A very different view from the room and communal areas, but again somewhere that makes you think there is no one else around most of the time. Friendly and helpful staff make sure that everything is good for you, and the recent refurbishment has created a magnificent place to stay.|There are a number of scenic drives on offer. We went as far as the edge of the Skeleton Coast, searched for desert-adapted elephants, and generally explored the landscape and wildlife of the area.|Very comfortable, good food, smiles - what more do you want?|I would recommend a minimum of 3 nights so that you can fit in some of the longer drives.

susan g

Google
Unbelievably beautiful camp in a desolate, isolated area. The rooms are very comfortable, lovely, and clean and the common areas gorgeously decorated. The staff and especially the manager, Hilma were the best of any lodge we stayed in while traveling in Namibia. Although the staff were unobtrusive, they were immediately available to help in any circumstance, and proactively offered drinks, coffee, etc.||||The food was great and the wildlife excursions tracking the desert adapted elephant were memorable. It was particularly interesting to visit the nearby Himba camp, where relatives of our guide lived. The women demonstrated various aspects of their lives and were friendly and welcoming.||||The one improvement I would recommend is that the lodge offer free wifi. I understand the remoteness, but the lodge is quite expensive and one would think that wifi would be included.||||Although one can fly here, most people probably drive and it should be noted that the road here is the most terrible road we experienced while driving all over Namibia, deeply rutted in spots, extremely rocky, areas of sand. The end of the road near the lodge took us 2 hours to drive 55 kilometers. ||||The staff waits for you in a village near the lodge in order to guide you directly there. It should be noted that you have to cross a dry river, but during the rainy season, if there is water in the river, then the lodge is inaccessible by car. ||||Our stay here was incredible and one of our best memories of Namibia.