Reviews of Okonjima Plains Camp
Wildlife sightings and reviews
395 independent comments and wildlife information from our travellers who have visited Okonjima Plains Camp and kindly agreed to share their thoughts. They do not necessarily represent the views of Expert Africa
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"Okonjima Plains Camp review"
However we thought that the level of service other than our guide was poorer than almost all the other places we stayed over our 24 days away. The staff on the main desk were offhand, our room was not cleaned or serviced and when we raised the issue we were told we had requested that the room was not cleaned which was not the case, and still no-one dealt with it, we requested a slightly late check out (midday) as we were on a morning drive and wanted a quick shower after breakfast as we were flying out later in the day but no flexibility was allowed.
We also found the main building and our accommodation without atmosphere although clean and practical." See all these reviews: 18n in Namibia; 3n in Botswana
"Okonjima Plains Camp review"
We even were awakened by a lion roaring in the morning." See all these reviews: 15n in Namibia; 1n in South Africa
"Okonjima Plains Camp review"
Then we did a last moment splurge for a one night stay in a beautiful Okonjima Villa in the wilderness. No real fences, no barriers... We were the only guests and, other than a hostess, chef, and a caretaker, we were far away from civilization. There are no lions on the reserve, but plenty of leopards, so not allowed outside after dark. Staff was already nearby to attend to anything we needed. Loved every moment there...
For tours, we did a leopard tracking with a guide a came across a big male leopard right after a kill.
We also did a rhino tracking on foot with the guide and 2 rangers. They tracked 4 male white rhinos which we were able to observe for about 30 min.
Both guided tours were incredible experience and we felt safe at all times." See all these reviews: 14n in Namibia
"Okonjima Plains Camp review"
The staff were great, the food excellent and the leopard tracking really great. Our guide was Denis who took us to a leopard who had just killed a Baboon. Then on our return he took us to a female leopard.
The visit to the Africat foundation was educational and insightful on the conflict with farmers and wild predators.
We enjoyed watching the two Lions, which although captive/rescued were in such close proximity.
We regret not staying longer at Okonjima." See all these reviews: 17n in Namibia
"Okonjima Plains Camp review"
Room had amazing views across the bush, lots of animals walking by.
The afternoon drive was excellent, guide was knowledgeable, went beyond basic information. Was skilled at positioning car for photos - the Leopard sighting was a good one - he was able to provide a viewing experience without making us feel we were intruding upon or upsetting the animal.
Guide offered to take photos of us and when we asked him about insects, he was able to point out some cool critters immediately that we had just not seen (very cool, as the little guys often get overlooked)
Dinner was a high standard, good drinks service/variety
Breakfast was great, wide range of food/drink - one of the waiters was very personable (young fella, can't remember name :(
On way out of Okonjima we saw a Dung beatle rolling its ball across the dirt road- a manager had stopped in front of us and we watched the little critter dig a hole - the manager was really knowledgeable and gave good advice about roads
The whole vibe at the lodge was positive. We would have liked to stay another night." See all these reviews: 15n in Namibia
"Okonjima Plains Camp review"
Great guides to help track and locate leopards." See all these reviews: 14n in Namibia; 3n in Botswana
"Okonjima Plains Camp review"
However, the staff were extremely friendly and helpful, the standard rooms very spacious and comfortable, and excellent food. With just a 2 night stay and an early start the day we left, there was not enough time to do all the activities, although I think that coming from the abundant wildlife in Etosha then it was not necessary for us to do the game drives, The leopard tracking and the night drive were worth doing. And after doubting that we would want to continue to support Africat after all these years the visit to the Africat Foundation convinced us that it was still a very worthwhile cause." See all these reviews: 22n in Namibia
"Brilliant safari experience"
The food was terrific, the overall service excellent, and the activities very exciting. We enjoyed our afternoon radio tracking a leopard. The accommodation is just unbelievable - we had panoramic windows out onto the plains, with jackals and springbok pottering past our veranda, and warthogs attempting to steal our breakfast." See all these reviews: 9n in Namibia
"Motel with leopards"
Everything is on a grand scale; the rooms are huge, the dining room is huge, the distance between is huge - we had to drive between them.
The camp itself is in a central area within the reserve. The central area has some wildlife but nothing considered dangerous. It was nice to lie in bed with a view of animals from the picture window at the foot of the bed.
We went on a leopard viewing trip and did see a leopard. But, viewing a collared leopard in an enclosed reserve felt more like visiting a zoo." See all these reviews: 20n in Namibia
"Okonjima Plains Camp"
The meals were excellent; we had one dinner on the outside deck and one in the dining room. Our final meal was a superb packed breakfast which we picked up at 6am as we headed for Windhoek airport.
It must be disappointing for the Africat folks to have to put their cheetah program on hold." See all these reviews: 12n in Namibia; 1n in South Africa
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