Reviews of Okaukuejo Camp
Wildlife sightings and reviews
726 independent comments and wildlife information from our travellers who have visited Okaukuejo Camp and kindly agreed to share their thoughts. They do not necessarily represent the views of Expert Africa
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"Comfortable accommodation, great waterhole."
The waterhole was a short walk away and we were overwhelmed with the gathering of a large herd of 31 elephants silhouetted against the sunset, never to be forgotten.
The restaurant was chaotic having diners all turning up at once, unaware that they should have booked a table for a time slot, which was not explained at check in or in any literature. Service very slow and food cold. There seemed to be no organisation/ person in charge!" See all these reviews: 16n in Namibia
Elephant
10 sightings
Giraffe
10 sightings
Oryx
10 sightings
White Rhino
5 sightings
Wildebeest
10 sightings
Zebra
10 sightings
"Okaukuejo Camp review"
The waterhole is also a massive plus point - 25 elephants at one time! However, the accommodation and food available are a disappointment - we were aware that that was likely. Namibian Wildlife Resorts could really improve this, which would improve the overall experience, but has a monopoly, I suppose there is no incentive for them to do so.
We stayed 2 nights here which was enough and also stayed outside the park for a few nights which was excellent. Overall, the waterhole and night drive compensated for the less good facilities in this location." See all these reviews: 16n in Namibia
Black Rhino
Multiple sightings
Brown Hyena
1 sighting
Elephant
Multiple sightings
Giraffe
Multiple sightings
Lion
1 sighting
Oryx
Multiple sightings
Spotted Hyena
1 sighting
White Rhino
1 sighting
Wildebeest
Multiple sightings
Zebra
Multiple sightings
"Okaukuejo Camp review"
Waterhole great for viewing animals including elephant, rhino and giraffe" See all these reviews: 15n in Namibia
Black Rhino
1 sighting
Brown Hyena
1 sighting
Eland
Multiple sightings
Elephant
1 sighting
Giraffe
Multiple sightings
Oryx
Multiple sightings
Spotted Hyena
1 sighting
Wildebeest
Multiple sightings
Zebra
Multiple sightings
"Okaukuejo Camp review"
The lodge itself is something that has to simply be tolerated in order to spend time at their waterhole. The dinner served is barely edible and the dining area very depressing–fluorescent lighting in a dark and dingy dining hall. The rooms are very small to the point of being uncomfortable (our son injured himself on the end table while we stayed there) and the amenities are minimal.
Beware of relying on the gas station at camp for fuel -- they were out of diesel during our stay and we had a bit of a scare that we wouldn't make it." See all these reviews: 9n in Namibia
Black Rhino
6 sightings
Elephant
10 sightings
Giraffe
10 sightings
Oryx
10 sightings
Wildebeest
10 sightings
Zebra
10 sightings
"Okaukuejo Premium Waterside Chalet"
We had spent the previous 3 days experiencing Etosha from the car with our kids, and us adults had had to sacrifice our own enjoyment on more than a few occasions when the kids had seen more than enough of a particular waterhole. Okaukuejo gave us the chance to gaze to our heart's content while the kids played, and the first floor balcony felt like the royal box at the theatre, with a seemingly nonstop stellar cast below us. We spent a blissful afternoon with between 50 and 60 elephants bathing and causing a fabulously dusty noisy ruckus, and an evening with so many rhino, elephants and giraffe sharing the stage that even the kids were left speechless.
The camp itself was crowded and in need of repair, with numerous small defects in the chalet which ought to have mattered considering the price we were paying. Food in the strip-lit noisy restaurant was better than we expected, although we were glad to only be there for 2 evening meals, and we were also pleasantly surprised by a couple of lovely staff members we met in the restaurant (especially Ruth...what a star!).
I can well imagine all the reasons people might choose not to stay at Okaukwejo, and from time to time the noise and behaviour of some other guests around the waterhole was difficult to ignore. However for our family at least, the camp gave us a different way to access the joy that is Etosha and we'd go back in a heartbeat." See all these reviews: 22n in Namibia
Black Rhino
10 sightings
Elephant
10 sightings
Giraffe
10 sightings
Oryx
10 sightings
Wildebeest
10 sightings
Zebra
10 sightings
"Okaukuejo Camp review"
Pretty touristy but central in the park." See all these reviews: 12n in Namibia
"Okaukuejo Camp review"
Black Rhino
2 sightings
Elephant
3 sightings
Giraffe
3 sightings
Lion
3 sightings
Oryx
10 sightings
Wildebeest
10 sightings
Zebra
10 sightings
"Okaukuejo Camp review"
There was significantly less wildlife in Etosha on this visit than there had been on our previous ones. The late rains this year may have had something to do with this but also a number of the waterholes were empty of water or exceptionally low so there was little game viewing to be done around them - and certainly very few elephant. Despite that, and the long grass, we had a few wonderful sightings - Aus and Klein Namutomi were particularly enjoyable.. Okaukuejo waterhole was full and several different animals visited day and night - tending towards zebra and antelope of differing types during the day and giraffe and rhino at night.
We weren’t expecting much of the food in the restaurant but it was worse than even our low expectations, though you could get freshly cooked eggs for breakfast. The restaurant staff were uniformly helpful and friendly. Would highly recommend bringing snacks - very few of the rooms have the equipment to self-cater which is a shame.
Overall, we would stay here again because of the waterhole and the standard of the room but sincerely hope they do something about the available food." See all these reviews: 17n in Namibia; 3n in Botswana
Black Rhino
10 sightings
Elephant
10 sightings
Giraffe
Multiple sightings
Oryx
10 sightings
Spotted Hyena
2 sightings
Wildebeest
10 sightings
Zebra
10 sightings
"Okaukuejo Camp review"
Food was adequate. Grounds are nicely maintained. Lots of big tour groups stay here so some areas were crowded at different times of the day.
The watering hole at the lodge had lots of activity day and night. Lions roaring all night was a treat. The location is wonderful for the daily safari drives. We saw many types of wildlife and many species of birds." See all these reviews: 16n in Namibia; 8n in Botswana; 2n in Zimbabwe
Black Rhino
3 sightings
Brown Hyena
1 sighting
Cheetah
2 sightings
Eland
10 sightings
Elephant
10 sightings
Giraffe
10 sightings
Lion
10 sightings
Oryx
10 sightings
Sable antelope
10 sightings
Spotted Hyena
1 sighting
White Rhino
6 sightings
Wildebeest
10 sightings
Zebra
10 sightings
"Okaukuejo Camp review"
Very good local waterhole illuminated at night - we saw interactions between elephants and a black rhino.
We also saw a large group of mongoose frolicking nearby.
The restaurant was busy and slightly disorganised but the staff were very pleasant and welcoming.
We spent sunrise to sunset out in the park, self driving, and saw a wide range of wildlife - a great place to be for 2 days." See all these reviews: 15n in Namibia
Black Rhino
2 sightings
Elephant
10 sightings
Giraffe
10 sightings
Lion
2 sightings
Oryx
10 sightings
Wildebeest
10 sightings
Zebra
10 sightings
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Alternative places to stay in this same area.
Halali Camp
The smallest of Etosha's erstwhile restcamps, overlooking its own floodlit waterhole, Halali has a superb location near the centre of Etosha Pan.
Mushara Bush Camp
The family-friendly Mushara Bush Camp offers great value and is an excellent base from which to explore Etosha National Park.
Ongava Lodge
With fantastic views over a private reserve bordering Etosha, the smart Ongava Lodge offers driving and walking safaris on the reserve, and guided drives in Etosha.
Ongava Tented Camp
Set around a waterhole on a private reserve, the small Ongava Tented Camp combines understated comfort with activities that include walks and night drives.
Onguma Tented Camp
Onguma Tented Camp is a lovely, little tented camp which centres around an attractive waterhole a short drive from the Von Lindequist Gate to eastern Etosha.
Mushara Lodge
Close to the eastern entrance to Etosha, the comfortable Mushara Lodge is well-placed for exploring the park in your own vehicle or on a guided drive.
Dolomite Camp
Opened in 2011, Dolomite Camp allows visitors access to the far west side of Etosha National Park, which was previously off limits to most visitors.
Onguma Bush Camp
For great wildlife viewing without breaking the bank, the affordable and understated luxury of Onguma Bush Camp could be perfect.
Namutoni Camp
Centred on an old fort, the government run Namutoni Camp is located just inside Etosha National Park, close to Fisher's Pan.
Hobatere Lodge
To the west of Etosha National Park, on the edge of Damaraland, Hobatere Lodge offers good game-viewing on its own reserve.
Mushara Outpost
Intimate and luxurious, Mushara Outpost is well-placed on a private reserve to explore nearby Etosha National Park on your own or on a guided drive.
Safarihoek Lodge
At the heart of the private Etosha Heights Reserve, Safarihoek Lodge offers comfortable accommodation and excellent game-viewing.
Onguma The Fort
The Fort is the jewel in the crown of the Onguma lodges, and arguably the whole of eastern Etosha.
Onguma Camp Kala
For a bird’s eye view across African bush, the stilted rooms at Onguma Camp Kala are truly special.
Onguma Forest Camp
From its woodland setting on the Onguma Reserve, Forest Camp is within easy striking distance of Namibia’s flagship national park.
Etosha Safari Lodge
A short drive from Etosha National Park's southern entrance, Etosha Safari Lodge is a convenient base from which to explore the park.
Little Ongava
The beautifully located and luxurious Little Ongava is a stunning place to stay in order to explore Etosha National Park and the private Ongava Reserve.
Taleni Etosha Village
Only 4km from Etosha's southern entrance, Taleni Etosha Village is an affordable base from which to explore the park.
Etosha Safari Camp
Funky, low-key and very original, Etosha Safari Camp is well placed for visiting Etosha National Park on a self-drive or guided safari.
Andersson's at Ongava
With game drives on both its private reserve and in Etosha, Andersson's at Ongava also offers access to the Ongava Research Centre.
Mountain Lodge
In the heart of the private Etosha Heights Reserve, the family-friendly Mountain Lodge offers game drives and bush walks within an exclusive environment.
Mokuti Etosha Lodge
With 106 rooms, child-friendly Mokuti Etosha Lodge is more like a hotel than a lodge. Facilities to include a gym, spa, tennis courts and even a snake park.
Etosha Oberland Lodge
A short drive from Etosha National Park's southern entrance, Etosha Oberland Lodge is a very comfortable base from which to explore the park, with excellent food.
Vreugde Guest Farm
Vreugde Guest Farm is a delightful owner-run and working sheep farm where you can expect a warm welcome and charming hospitality.
Villa Mushara
Offering luxury on a peaceful private reserve close to Etosha, Villa Mushara is a great choice for honeymooners & those wishing to indulge themselves.
Etosha King Nehale
A short drive from the national park's northern entrance, Etosha King Nehale Lodge is an interesting and comfortable base from which to explore the park.
Safari House
The private Safari House on the Etosha Heights reserve is a great option families or friends travelling together.
Toshari Lodge
Smart and professionally run, the hotel-style Toshari Lodge is well-placed for self-driving in Etosha National Park.
Onkoshi Camp
Onkoshi Camp is owned and run by Namibia Wildlife Resorts. Built on elevated wooden platforms it overlooks Etosha Pan.
