Reviews of Ongava Tented Camp
Wildlife sightings and reviews
163 independent comments and wildlife information from our travellers who have visited Ongava Tented Camp and kindly agreed to share their thoughts. They do not necessarily represent the views of Expert Africa
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"Outstanding experience"
Lodge welcome was friendly, a real sense of enthusiasm evident among staff.
Facilities and activities explained clearly. We had an excellent guide - Tuli. We went on 3 game drives with him, he was very knowledgeable. He was able to drive around to provide good camera angles for us.
We appreciated the refreshments after the game drive, and the turn down service before bed time. It was great to have Michael, our rifle guide to escort us to our room.
The staff were friendly and engaged in conversations and discussions with us, not only about safari, but also about being a Namibian, personal lives, and worldly topics. This provided us with insights and enjoyable conversations.
The pool was looking a little green, so that had put us off swimming in it, however, the next day it was being cleaned. We got some cool photos of an elephant drinking from it so no worries!
The deck was a fabulous place to enjoy our refreshments and to view the wildlife.
It was great that there was a library there, we enjoyed browsing through the literature.
All of the food was tasty. In regards to snacks, perhaps there could be portion options - I realize that many Westerners go to Africa and enjoy the experience of a Safari and being waited upon, (and eating) but portions were often too big. One afternoon I just asked for some nuts with a beer and received Biltong, nuts, fruits etc - it was appreciated but . . . I just can't eat that much" See all these reviews: 15n in Namibia
Black Rhino
2 sightings
Elephant
3 sightings
Leopard
1 sighting
Oryx
6 sightings
White Rhino
3 sightings
Wildebeest
8 sightings
Zebra
6 sightings
"Ongava Tented Camp review"
In Etosha, I was fortunate enough to have a good siting of honey badgers, and the drive also produced other animals.
The location of the camp with its own water hole is great; even saw a black rhino at the water hole as well as elephants.
I would stress that given it is a reserve, guiding has to be inventive, and my guide Sven, certainly was able to do so." See all these reviews: 10n in Namibia
Black Rhino
3 sightings
Elephant
3 sightings
Giraffe
10 sightings
Lion
7 sightings
Oryx
10 sightings
White Rhino
5 sightings
Wildebeest
10 sightings
Zebra
10 sightings
"Amazing"
The attention to detail here was second to none & even though we didn’t do as well with the wildlife spotting we thoroughly enjoyed it." See all these reviews: 9n in Namibia
Black Rhino
1 sighting
Eland
3 sightings
Elephant
2 sightings
Giraffe
5 sightings
Oryx
3 sightings
White Rhino
2 sightings
Wildebeest
3 sightings
Zebra
4 sightings
"Ongava Tented Camp review"
Food good." See all these reviews: 12n in Namibia; 2n in Zimbabwe
Black Rhino
2 sightings
Elephant
5 sightings
Giraffe
10 sightings
Lion
4 sightings
Oryx
10 sightings
Spotted Hyena
3 sightings
White Rhino
4 sightings
Wildebeest
10 sightings
Zebra
10 sightings
"Ongava Tented Camp review"
"The most ecologically conscious lodge we saw"
Salomom did a great job in tracking the wild animals in the reserve; unfortunately he could not use his tracking skills in the Etosha park, because vehicles cannot leave the roads. Therefore staying in a private reserve was a definite plus." See all these reviews: 10n in Namibia
Black Rhino
1 sighting
Eland
1 sighting
Elephant
Multiple sightings
Giraffe
Multiple sightings
Lion
3 sightings
Oryx
Multiple sightings
White Rhino
2 sightings
Wildebeest
Multiple sightings
Zebra
Multiple sightings
"Ongava Tented Camp review"
Great company so they organised for us to go to tented camp. Great staff, friendly and helpful.
Good drives, lots to see, good food." See all these reviews: 16n in Namibia; 8n in Zambia; 4n in Botswana; 2n in Zimbabwe
"Best camp of the trip"
Elephant
4 sightings
Giraffe
4 sightings
Lion
4 sightings
Oryx
10 sightings
Roan antelope
1 sighting
Sable antelope
1 sighting
Spotted Hyena
1 sighting
White Rhino
2 sightings
Wildebeest
1 sighting
Zebra
8 sightings
"Wonderful game drives"
We were delighted to learn that Jason, our guide, had been trained by Enos (from Hoodia Lodge) so we knew we were in very good hands. We had three excellent game drives with Jason, two in the Ongava reserve and one in Etosha and in each drive Jason managed to lead us to lions, elephants and rhino (black and white).
One of the highlights of staying here is the waterhole so close to the communal areas so you see elephant, giraffe, white rhinos, and various buck at all times of the day and night." See all these reviews: 17n in Namibia
Black Rhino
Multiple sightings
Elephant
1 sighting
Giraffe
10 sightings
Lion
10 sightings
Oryx
10 sightings
White Rhino
2 sightings
Wildebeest
10 sightings
Zebra
10 sightings
"Comfortable tents - very close to animals"
A good guide, prepared to listen to what we wanted to see - he spent 3 hours trying to find us elephants but failed. Later that evening an enormous bull silently appeared at the waterhole while we were having supper. Just brilliant!" See all these reviews: 14n in Namibia
Elephant
1 sighting
Lion
3 sightings
Oryx
3 sightings
White Rhino
3 sightings
Wildebeest
3 sightings
Zebra
3 sightings
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Mushara Lodge
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Dolomite Camp
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Namutoni Camp
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Hobatere Lodge
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Mushara Outpost
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Safarihoek Lodge
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Onguma Camp Kala
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Onguma Forest Camp
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A short drive from Etosha National Park's southern entrance, Etosha Safari Lodge is a convenient base from which to explore the park.
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Only 4km from Etosha's southern entrance, Taleni Etosha Village is an affordable 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.
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
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Mokuti Etosha Lodge
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Etosha Oberland Lodge
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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.
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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.
Onkoshi Camp
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Toshari Lodge
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